Music, Art + Culture events & things to do this week in Bisbee, Arizona
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Listings (Tuesday – Monday)
Coming Soon
Useful Links
ETC
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Person of the Week
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Tuesday May 19
A Craft Group is at Electric Brewing Bring knitting, crocheting, quilting, beading, etc. 1 pm weekly
Artist meet & greet at City Hall – Ann Moats quilt art 3 – 5 pm refreshments will be served
Soulful blues from Al Holbrook 3pm https://bit.ly/4cosbDd followed by Shantih Nicechops sings with heart and soul 7 pm Gene’s Place https://bit.ly/4u49ZGS
Foolaloof, spontaneous sonic exotica featuring Brian Mullins, TS Henry Webb, John Cordes, Michael Gregory, Lisle Ellis, and Adam Smolin 6 pm at the Bisbee Grand
Timothy Dick goes the solo route Hitching Post 2 – 4:30 pm
Open Mic at Hitching Post hosted by Norman Clearman – 6-ish to 9 – sign up to perform or just relax and listen
Pool tournament at St Elmo $5 buy-in winner takes all
Weds May 20
Leather Tooling at the Senior Center every Weds 10 am – noon
Spanish Language Group meets at Electric Brewing 4 – 6 pm
Bartender Bingo 7 pm Hitching Post
Still Kickin’ aka Scott Muhleman, Victor Vega, George Green and Evan Hubbard, playing electric blues 3 – 6 pm Gene’s Place followed by Carousel Night 7pm – an ever-rotating musical experience
Jam Night at the Bisbee Grand 6-10ish – 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).
Thursday May 21
Tonky Honk (Timothy Dick, Sam Panther, Mikey DeCosta, Jess Pruitt) play funky country St. Elmo 2 – 4:30
Xtreme Bingo at the Thirsty Lizard. Free to Play, 21+, 9 Games Total. Lots of Prizes, Lizard Bucks, and Jackpots up to $15K! 3pm
Soulful blues from Al Holbrook 2pm Hitching Post https://bit.ly/4cosbDd followed by Karaoke with Josh 7pm
Pie & Sky – free pizza and stargazing at Bisbee Science Lab 519 W Melody Ln 7 – 9pm Speaker TBA
Live collaboration between multi-instrumentalist Serena Gabriel and legendary ambient pioneer Steve Roach! Blending ancient instruments—lyre, harmonium, flute, and voice—with immersive analog synthesis, Gabriel and Roach create expansive sonic environments that feel both deeply primal and otherworldly. With special guests local ambient artists Andante 7 – 10 pm Bisbee Grand Get tickets $12.51 adv $15 DOS https://www.eventbrite.com/e/serena-gabriel-with-steve-roach-and-special-guest-andante-tickets-1987063327904?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Alex Wilkerson tour kickoff party with guests Aurelia Anne Cohen and Tapestries at Drifter Gallery 54 Main St. Sober bar by Empath Sober Bar. Cacao drinks by Sam Rosmary! 6:30pm
Mark Winters “Tom Petty meets Jon Meyer with a little nerd vibe” 3pm https://bit.ly/4nAoGhX followed by Celtic Night 7pm – a wee bit of Ireland in the desert Gene’s Place
Bowling for Dildos at St Elmo 9-11 pm – a Bisbee tradition! https://bisbeeaz.com/blog/bowling/
Whiskey Lickers, Bisbee’s jug-less jug band https://sptfy.com/whiskeylickers play the Silver King/Room 4 Bar patio for locals night, drink specials with local ID. 7:30 pm
Friday May 22
Bisbee Grand Burlesque Getaway all weekend at the Bisbee Grand tickets and info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bisbees-grand-burlesque-getaway-tickets-1985884794880?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Painting with Mary at the Senior Center noon – 2 pm
Karaoke at Electric Brewing 6 pm
Mark Winters “Tom Petty meets Jon Meyer with a little nerd vibe” 7 pm Hitching Post
Sabrina Solo and fashion show as part of Bisbee Grand Burlesque Getaway Bisbee Grand 8-11 pm more info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bisbees-grand-burlesque-getaway-tickets-1985884794880?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Bisbee Hall-of-famer and member of The Flock TS Henry Webb with John Cordes and Michael Gregory with spoken word play Room 4 Bar/Silver King 7 – 10pm https://bit.ly/3OVr9pO
Desert Sirens rock the stage 7pm followed by Stargazer Karaoke at the Thirsty Lizard
DJ KBK spins at Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight
Saturday May 23
Bisbee Grand Burlesque Getaway all weekend at the Bisbee Grand tickets and info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bisbees-grand-burlesque-getaway-tickets-1985884794880?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Bisbee Community Market 9-1 pm in Warren Vista Park Vendors of locally produced food, artists, collectibles, and live music. Come out to enjoy our beautiful year round climate and support the community!
Tournament style Texas hold ’em poker game weekly on Saturdays at 1 pm. $10 buy in. Come have some fun at Electric Brewing.
Come Dance with Us! Tap Dance Classes @ 1pm in City Park! All levels welcome! Tap shoes not essential! $10 For more info: 702-771-9825
Out of the Blue perform jazz, funk, psychedelic, and blues every Saturday at Bisbee Social Club 2 – 5 pm
Screening of episodes from Twin Peaks TV show at Hitching Post Saturdays at 7pm on the patio
Moonflower Mirage, 6-9pm at the Bisbee Badassery – a collaboration between singer-songwriters Charlie Bridges and Michael Montoya. Moonflower Mirage is advancing towards new frontiers in folktronica, wyrd folk, indie rock, Latin music, and musical theatre.
Funky, horn-based Latin grooves from Ruta Verbena https://spoti.fi/3Ad7RFt 6pm Dot’s Diner/The Shady Dell
All-Star Burlesque Showcase part of Bisbee Grand Burlesque Getaway Bisbee Grand 8-11 pm more info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bisbees-grand-burlesque-getaway-tickets-1985884794880?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Karaoke with Josh 7 pm Gene’s Place
Americana from Aurelia Anne Cohen 8pm https://spoti.fi/3Ng40KU at Santos 78 Main St.
DJ Ian Gee on the decks at Bisbee Social Club (BSC) 9 – midnight
Jules Jazz Lounge (Juliana from Mahavia) sings torch songs on the patio at Room 4 Bar in Silver King Hotel 7 – 10 pm
Want to plan ahead? Don’t forget to scroll down to see what’s Coming Soon in Bisbee!
Sunday May 24
Ecstatic Dance 2nd and 4th Sundays 10:30 warm-up 11:00 am start. Dance like no one is watching because no one is! Club Kilimanjahro aka Club K $10 suggested donation
Bisbee Grand Burlesque Getaway all weekend at the Bisbee Grand tickets and info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bisbees-grand-burlesque-getaway-tickets-1985884794880?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Amelia Doll, 4-7pm at the Bisbee Badassery. Known for their empowering vocals and rich emotional texture, Amelia’s music moves like a conversation between the sacred and the everyday.
Game Night at the Thirsty Lizard 5pm Bring your own game or grab one from the Lizard library! Board games, card games, party games, and more. All are welcome – no experience needed and rules taught.
Gypsy Piano Blues 3 pm Gene’s Place
Foolaloof, spontaneous sonic exotica featuring Brian Mullins, TS Henry Webb, John Cordes, Michael Gregory, Lisle Ellis, and Adam Smolin 6 pm Hitching Post
Americana from Adam Gaffney https://spoti.fi/3CTYRGZ Electric Brewing 2 – 4 pm plus potluck
Live band burlesque brunch Bisbee Grand noon with sexy rockabilly from Taco Vultures
Comedy Open Mic hosted by Castle Rock Kenny at Carley’s Bar sign up at 6pm – make us laugh, won’t you?
Monday May 25
Manic Mondays at the Bisbee Grand $5 margaritas
Writer’s Group at Warren Peace Cafe 10am – noon Bring us something to read.
3-ball pool tournaments at Hitching Post 6 – 9 pm $1 buy-in
Open Mic at St Elmo. 8 pm Hosted by Shantih Nicechops, one lucky performer wins what’s in the tip jar!
Metal Monday with Galena and friends 8pm Hitching Post
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Also coming soon:
Bisbee Pride June 19 – 21
Bisbee Pirate Weekend August 8 – 10 https://www.bisbeepirateweekend.com/
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!
Old Bisbee Ghost Tour – Haunted and macabre stories of Bisbee – voted AZ’s best ghost tour! https://www.oldbisbeeghosttour.com/
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
Vintage art machine in the Convention Center now re-stocking. Filled with mini-art, jewlery, and creative surprises from everywhere. Call 520 – 432-6000 or email bisbeeartscommission@gmail.com
Write a letter to future residents of Bisbee for the City of Bisbee’s 50-year time capsule to be buried on July 4, 2026 and opened in 2076! What does life look like right now—and what do you hope comes next? Contribute a letter to our time capsule and leave a message for future readers to discover. Share your memories, predictions, advice, or a snapshot of everyday life today. Your words will help tell our story, preserved for generations to come. Copies of letters will also be displayed at the Copper Queen Library and on our website. Drop your letter off at the CQL no later than Friday, June 19, 2026! Or, submit your letter on our website by clicking here : https://www.bisbeeaz.gov/…/Lib…/Letters-to-the-Future-79
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
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