Music, Art + Culture events & things to do this week in Bisbee, Arizona
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Featured Events of the Week
Listings (Tuesday – Monday)
Coming Soon
Useful Links
ETC
Venue Listings
Person of the Week
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Tuesday December 2
Today is Giving Tuesday – a great day to support local nonprofits in Bisbee. Here is a list of nonprofits – but you can also support KBRP community radio by becoming a member
Craft Group at Electric Brewing 1pm – 3pm Bring quilting, knitting, crocheting, beading, etc.
Jim Harrelson at Gene’s Place 2pm – 5pm Every week for the month of December
Mule Mountain Trio at Hitching Post 2pm – 4:30pm Timothy Dick, Evan Hubbard, Steve Peavey play classic country and the occasional A-Ha tune
Open Mic at Hitching Post Saloon 6pm – 9pm with your host Zane Miller. Sign up to play or just relax and listen
Pool Tournament at St Elmo Bar 7pm – 10pm $5 buy-in, winner takes all
Wednesday December 3
Leather Tooling at Bisbee Seniors Association 10am – 12pm
Short Notice at Gene’s Place 3pm – 6pm Derek Dickson, David Dean, Scott Muhleman play a wide variety of originals and covers every week.
Spanish Language Group at Electric Brewing 4pm – 6pm
Jam Night at Bisbee Grand Hotel 6pm – 10pm – bring your ax, sticks, and picks, and play with a gaggle of Bisbee’s best musicians but players of all levels are welcome and encouraged to sign up for a 20-minute slot. Full drum kit, keyboard, and amp backline (usually a guitar and bass you can borrow, too).
Pool League at The Thirsty Lizard 6pm – 10pm
Carousel Night at Gene’s Place 7pm – 9pm An ever rotating musical experience.
Thursday December 4
Tonky Honk at St Elmo Bar 2pm – 4:30pm (Timothy Dick, Sam Panther, Mikey DeCosta, Jess Pruitt) play funky country
Football on the Big Screen at Bisbee Royale and Legion Bar & Grill 5:15pm – 8:15pm
Trivia with Vicky at Hitching Post Saloon 6pm – 9pm
Celtic Jam at Gene’s Place 7pm – 9pm Hosted by the Rooks
Simon Spencer at Silver King Hotel (Room 4 Bar) 7:30pm – 9:30pm Playing original music and musical theater songs on the ukulele, accordion, or piano for Local’s Night. Drink specials with local ID
Dallas Lee at Bisbee Grand Hotel 8pm – 11pm Americana
Bowling for Dildos at St Elmo Bar 9pm – 11pm a Bisbee tradition! <more here>
Friday December 5
Luna Worldcast at Gene’s Place 3pm – 6pm Singer/songwriter from New Jersey with haunting vocals <more here>
Concert Without Borders at Naco Arizona Port of Entry 4pm – 7pm both sides of the border come together for an unforgettable evening. Expect special guests, amazing live performances, local vendors, food, art, and community — all united in one celebration of culture, music, and connection.
Astra Kelly and Sam Panther at Genes Place 4pm “Folk rock bitten by the South” <more here>
Karaoke with Joe at Electric Brewing 6pm – 10pm
Moonflower Mirage at Silver King Hotel (Room 4 Bar) 7pm – 10pm Mike Montoya and Charlie Bridges team up for more experimental forms of pop music and theater
Stargazer Karaoke at The Thirsty Lizard 7pm – 10pm Kids welcome to sing the first hour.
CSP Movie Series – ‘Chulas Fronteras’ at Central School Project Space 7pm – 10pm Harrod Blank, Les Blank’s son, also a filmmaker and truly a maker of magic and wonder in Douglas with his Art Car world, will be present and will lead a Q&A following the screening of this timeless beautiful movie that speaks to immigration, and celebrate food, music, resilience, and love of life.
Carvin Jones at Hitching Post Saloon 7:30pm Blues legend voted one of the 50 greatest guitarists of all time by Guitarist Magazine. Snag your tickets in his website! <more here> Opening the show at 6pm is Johnny Rockit and the Derelicts
Weenstravaganza 19 at Bisbee Grand Hotel 8pm – 11pm Bisbee all-stars playing the music of Ween <more here>
Sabrina Solo (Rock) at Bisbee Social Club 9pm – 11:55pm one-woman powerhouse <more here>
Saturday December 6
Bisbee Community Market at Vista Park 9am – 1pm Vendors of locally produced food, artists, collectibles, and live music. Come out to enjoy our beautiful year round climate and support the community!
Chess Club at Copper Queen Library 10am – 12pm All levels welcome, boards and pieces provided
Pop Up Art Mart & Wellness Event at 121 Black Knob Vw 10am – 2pm Christmas decorations, art and gift ideas from talented local artists. Organic elderberry syrup, fermented veggies, fire cider and other tinctures. Eco printed scarves, tie dyed shirts and more. Ever bearing strawberry plants.
The Infinite Face at Carriage House Studio 12pm – 4pm Carriage House Studios. International portrait show runs until Dec. 6
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker at Electric Brewing 1pm – 4pm $10 Buy-in. Come have some fun
Pet Fashion Show at The Carrick Hotel 1pm – 2pm Join us on the red carpet with your furry companions dressed in their most festive holiday fashion! Complimentary chili for all guests
Pictures With Krampus at Grassy Park 1pm – 4pm Are you tired of the same old pictures with Santa? Are you too dark and brooding to enjoy Christmas magic and miracles? Join us for pictures with the folklore legend himself, Krampus!! Photo packages are $25, you will receive up to 5 edited digital photos (delivered within 1-2 weeks).
Brian Mullins’ Avant Coastguard! at the Bisbee Badassery 2pm comprised of volunteers from southern Arizona committed to high desert rescue from pedestrian music
Out of the Blue at Bisbee Social Club 2pm – 5pm play jazz, funk, psychedelic, blues
Matt Felix LIVE! at The Thirsty Lizard 2pm – 5pm
Los Amigos at Copper Queen Hotel 4pm – 7pm a “friend”-ly mix of Latin and classic rock covers
Bisbee Community Chorus sing-along at First Baptist Church 1173 W Hwy 92 5pm Singing some of your favorite Christmas tunes
Trivia at Electric Brewing 5pm – 7pm
Desert Grooves at Gene’s Place 6pm – 9pm
Friends of the Furball fundraiser at Santos 7pm – 9pm Fundraiser for Friends of Bisbee Animal Shelter with donation buckets, food, drinks and new wave music. Unfortunately the Furball had to be postponed this year. We are stepping in to help out our Bisbee critters!! There will be Food and Drinks that 100% of the sales will go to. Including our Prom Punch.
The Schisms at Hitching Post Saloon indie/hard rock you can dance to https://bit.ly/44dbvv0 7 – 10 pm
Mahavia at Silver King Hotel (Room 4 Bar) 8pm – 11pm Original and traditional Latin, Spanish, and Flamenco music <more here>
Bisbee Rhythm Revue at Bisbee Grand Hotel 8pm – 11pm Bisbee All-Stars playing R n B classics
Chalako the Band at St Elmo Bar 9pm – 1am Latin and rock classics and originals, bring your dancing shoes <more here>
DJ Gid Zillah at Bisbee Social Club 9pm – 11:55pm singing, rapping, and playing old-school hip hop and more
Want to plan ahead? Don’t forget to scroll down to see what’s Coming Soon in Bisbee!
Sunday December 7
Sunday NFL Football at Legion Bar and Grill 10am – 10pm all day and night on the screens/projector
Coffee and jazz with Juniper Djinn 10am Earl’s Cafe
Warren Peace Cafe presents…”Beca Reyes, Scott Muhleman, and Friends” at 123 Arizona Street 12pm – 2pm They are known for creating immersive live experiences, where their harmonies and dynamics invite listeners into a reflective, almost meditative state.
Astra Kelly at Bisbee Badassery 1pm – 4pm Folk rock bitten by the South <more here>
Church of Blues at First United Methodist Church Bisbee 2pm – 4pm A non-denominational musical fellowship where Music is our Religion, Rhythm is our Doctrine, and Harmony is our Prayer. Musicians bring your instruments.
Citizens Art Chat @ The Gallery at 40 Main from 2 – 4 pm. As the final event to BISBEE NOW!, the purpose of a Citizens chat is to bring forward-thinking ideas to the public square so that individuals may benefit from collective knowledge and accelerate their own learning. The discourse will end with audience feedback. * Limited refreshments will be served. This is somewhat serious business, not brunch *
Derren Crosby at Electric Brewing 2pm – 4pm Local musician of Maha Via and LocoMundi plays solo
Bisbee Community Chorus Holiday Concert at 24 Howell Ave 3pm – 5pm Special guests The Sugar Beats (Daniele Panther, Beca Reyes, Brenda Pratt $15 admission, kids free.
Matt Felix at Bisbee Grand Hotel 3pm – 5pm ROCK/COUNTRY
Comedy Open Mic at Chuckleheads 8pm – 10pm Make us laugh, won’t you? Winner of audience award gets $10 prize.
Monday December 8
Manic Mondays at Bisbee Grand Hotel 9:30am – 11pm $5 margaritas all day!
Writers Group at Warren Peace Cafe 11am – 1pm All levels and genres welcome. Bring something for us to read.
Football at Bisbee Royale and Legion Bar and Grill 6pm – 10pm
Pool Tournament at Hitching Post Saloon 7pm – 9pm
Open Mic at St Elmo Bar 7pm – 9pm hosted by Shantih Nicechops, one lucky performer wins what’s in the tip jar!
This Week in Bisbee Additional Sponsors:
Bitchin’ Pickins’ Bisbee located in the historic Brewery Gulch is your one-stop shop for vintage and antique clothes, gifts and home goods! Open Thursday through Sunday 10-4 and by appointment, you’ll always find something surprising at Bitchin’ Pickins’! 63 BC Brewery Ave, 360-904-3843
THE COPPER PIG … a neighborhood eatery. Sunday thru Wednesday 5 pm – 8 pm reservations required | 520-432-9970 | 412 Arizona St. Visit www.thecopperpigbisbee.com for menu
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Coming Soon Flyers
Also coming soon:
Bisbee Community Chorus Holiday Singalong – Saturday, Dec.6, 5pm, First Baptist Church, 1173 W. Highway 92
Bisbee Community Chorus Winter Concerts – Sunday, Dec. 7 and Dec 14, 3pm, Presbyterian Annex, 24 Howell, Old Bisbee
Bisbee Arts Commission New Year’s Eve Party featuring Flam Chen December 31
This Week in Bisbee Useful Links
More City Events including Copper Queen Library education and wellness events for adults and kids: https://www.bisbeeaz.gov/2351/Events
For a complete list of Senior Center activities email activities@bisbeeseniors.org
B-Active Bisbee – E-bike rentals, cart tours, refresh bar, and more https://bactivebisbee.com/
Bisbee Science Lab www.bisbeesciencelab.org
Discover Bisbee Arizona – the official website of Bisbee https://www.discoverbisbee.com/
BisbeeAZ.com https://bisbeeaz.com/ interesting articles plus hotel and food info. Win a free trip to Bisbee!
Things to Do in Bisbee https://www.thingstodoinbisbee.com
Queen Mine tour and reservations: https://www.copperqueenmine.com/
The Bisbee Observer – our local newspaper – subscribe today! https://thebisbeeobserver.com/
Bisbee Enclave: Online directory of businesses in Bisbee: https://bisbeeenclave.com/
Bisbee Wire – Bisbee financials, left-leaning politics http://bisbeewire.com/
Bisbee Bikeways newsletter – https://mailchi.mp/8458a3bc2425/project-update-16196387?e=[UNIQID]
Hike with the Muleteam around Bisbee & beyond – muleteam.blogspot.com
Bisbee Monthly Calendar Section https://thisweekinbisbee.com/monthly-bisbee-event-calendars/
Health & Wellness, Beauty: https://thisweekinbisbee.com/health-wellness-listings/
TWIB Podcast https://bit.ly/4f176hO
ETC
Join The Carrick Hotel for Festive Community Ornament Decorating! Stop by to pick up an ornament or decorate one right here with us. You can use any materials you like, such as paint, glitter, fabric, and more. Please return your finished ornaments by Christmas Day—or as long as our tree is up! All submissions will be proudly displayed, adding sparkle and joy to our community tree for
years to come.
Also The 3nd Annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest! Stop by The Carrick Hotel to pick up a decorating kit. Prizes for the best decorated. To RSVP: Call, email, or visit us to reserve your gingerbread kit and arrange a pickup time. Return your completed gingerbread house by 7:00 PM on December 7th to be showcased in our Bisbee Community Gingerbread Village.
The Cigar Band is looking for talented musicians in Cochise County to perform and record with. This is not a cover band. I have over 30 songs I’ve written and want musicians who can bring their own creativity to the mix to make something truly new and unique. Link to a demo for two of my songs https://youtu.be/yKk1Npby94I?si=PIUveNPwA3rGvRhv My list of influences is too long to include. If you are interested and play one or more of the following instruments – lead guitar – upright bass or electric bass guitar – keyboard/piano – drums – Harmonica Or vocals, I don’t want to always need to be the singer please contact Jack at thecigarbandofficial@gmail.com
Voice lessons. Improve your vocals! Experienced singer and teacher, James Aliberti offers vocal lessons remotely online. BA from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), WAC Theatre, Film, and Television; and MS from the Boston University College of Communication. For more info: jamesalushnature@gmail.com
Seeking performers for a Protest Music festival January 3, 2026 at OldField Oasis. Same people who hosted Chiricahua “Get Up Stand Up” Festival in Rodeo last May. we are looking to add to our list of performers. The event will be held at Luke Oldfield’s property at 5288 N Lead St Ave. Interested performers should contact Scott at 530-321-5579 (text is best) or makeithappenman@gmail.com.
Plants for Sale: A wide variety of plants for sale with fresh selections arriving weekly from local growers.Tomatoes, Peppers, strawberries, herbs, lots of flowers, pollinator plants, cacti, succulents, ground covers, shrubs, and trees. Focusing on Native and environmentally appropriate plants. Under The Chairy Tree on Highway 80, just east of the traffic circle. Follow the red chairs. Fridays & Saturdays. 11-4. For more info: Kenneth 520-366-1466
Bisbee Fiber Arts Guild is a cooperative of weavers, spinners, knitters and other artisans. We are located in the basement of the YWCA, at 26 Howell Ave. The public may visit our work studio and fiber arts shop from 10:00 to 4:00 , Fridays – Mondays from October through May. For more info visit http://bisbeefiberarts.com/
Bridge club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Senior Center 10 am. We are always looking for new members. Beginners welcome. Lessons given.
LADIES’ NIGHT CLOTHING EXCHANGE Wednesdays at St Elmo. Come in and trade your old clothes or just pick something out for a donation. Donations will be given to the woman’s shelter in Bisbee.
The Stepping Back in Time Walking Tour with historian Boyd Nicholl will take you through the streets of Bisbee while sharing the community’s history. The tour starts at the Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum building stairs each Saturday at 2:00 pm and is limited to 12 guests. https://bit.ly/BMHMWalkingTours
Lonnie Mitchell’s dance lessons have moved to the Covenant Presbyterian Church Annex. We will have social dancing after the lessons in West Coast Swing and Salsa. Only $5 per person. More info: 480 586 5961.
Nick Mueller offers private chess lessons for individuals and groups via Cascade Tutoring – cascadecochise@gmail.com for more info
The Bisbee Rotary Club is looking for new members! Feel free to join us at one of our meetings to get to know our club. The Bisbee Rotary Club meets the first and third Thursday of the month at 5:15pm at the VFW, 1326 Highway 92. Come learn about how the Bisbee Rotary Club works to improve our community, while having fun! For more info, contact sherrielmorgan@gmail.com
Have a tune in your head? Steve Moramarco will help you turn it into a song. One on one songwriting lessons email moremarkable67@gmail.com
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