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 – October 6
Crafty Tuesdays with Andrea Bring your mending, knitting, coloring book, or whatever. The Sewing Machine Doctor is in for cleanings and service estimates. Electric Brewing 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Beginner Ballet-Teen/Adult Traditional ballet barre, center work, and light choreography. Technique according to what is aligned with your body and experience. No experience necessary. Wear something comfortable to move in. $15 per class. Bisbee Community Y – 26 Howell Avenue, Old Bisbee 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Ian Martinez talented guitarist shreds classic rock and latin tunes Gene’s Place 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Open Mic with Zane sign up to perform, or just relax and listen Hitching Post 6:00 PM
THEATER returns to Bisbee!! An evening of fun creative Improv by you the participant! Welcoming all from ages 12 to 112! Were trying to get the community together to organized a theater group again. Looking for instructors and volunteers, participants of all levels! Object Hotel 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dylan Panther playing original music Gene’s Place 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Pool Tournament $5 buy-in winner takes all St Elmo 6:30 PM
Death Dealer Union L.A. goth rock with guests The Wind Below from Tucson. Bisbee Grand 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM – More Info
Wednesday – October 7
Leather Tooling Every Weds Senior Center 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
The Irregulars Jazz and blues from Derek Dickson, John Cordes, Ehrenn Stonner, Josh Hampton Gene’s Place 3:00 PM
Spanish Language Group Electric Brewing 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Night (Farmer’s) Market a convenient midweek source in Old Bisbee for locally grown produce, cheese, bread, soap, meat, and more. Object Hotel 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Jam Night 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). Bisbee Grand 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Bartender Bingo Hitching Post 7:00 PM
Al Holbrook Known for his "cosmic soul" style, his music blends elements of blues, funk, Americana, jazz, and desert storytelling. Gene’s Place 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM – More Info
Pool League Hitching Post 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Thursday – October 8
Tonky Honk (Timothy Dick, Sam Panther, Mikey DeCosta, Jess Pruitt) play funky country St Elmo 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Simon Spencer pianist, ukulele and accordion player Gene’s Place 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM – More Info
Salsa classes and other ballroom dances. No partner needed $10 fee. Studio Kilimanjahro 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Trivia with Vicki Come join us for craft beverages and test your brain with Vicki's endless supply of questions. Free to play. Hitching Post 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Celtic Night A wee bit of Ireland in the desert Gene’s Place 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Whiskey Lickers Bisbee's jug-less jug band plays original thrash-folk for Locals Night – drink specials with Local ID. Silver King/Room 4 Bar 7:30 PM – More Info
Bowling for Dildos A Bisbee tradition! St Elmo 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM – More Info
Friday – October 9
Bisbee Blues Band will NOT be playing at Gene's Place on Friday this week. We will be back next Friday. Gene’s Place
Painting With Mary Senior Center 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Karaoke Hosted by Natalie & Joe. Sing your heart out! Bring snacks or grab some take-out from your favorite neighborhood restaurant while you're at it. Electric Brewing 6:00 PM
Sky Creature "if Enya fronted Minor Threat" Gene’s Place 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM – More Info
Alex Wilkerson atmospheric and honest, sunny indie rock with a dark side. Silver King/Room 4 Bar 8:00 PM
Sabrina Solo amazing one-woman band Bisbee Social Club 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM – More Info
Saturday – October 10
Bisbee Community Market Vendors of locally produced food, artists, collectibles, and live music. Come out to enjoy our beautiful year round climate and support the community! Warren Vista Park 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Free Chess Lessons All ages and experience levels. We provide all the coaching and equipment. We love teaching total beginners! Clocks and scoresheets are available for tournament style games. Copper Queen Library 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tap Dance Classes Come Dance with Us! All levels welcome! Tap shoes not essential! $10 For more info: 702-771-9825 City Park 11:00 AM
Johnny Rockit acoustic covers and originals Gene’s Place 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Texas hold ’em poker game Tournament style weekly on Saturdays, $10 buy in. Come have some fun! Electric Brewing 1:00 PM
Out of the Blue performing jazz, funk, psychedelic, and blues every Saturday Bisbee Social Club 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Wine Tasting Join us for a special wine tasting and charcuterie pairing! Skyhaven wines will be on site pouring from 2-5. Tickets online at the website. Legion Bar & Grill 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM – More Info
Tonky Honk (Timothy Dick, Sam Panther, Mikey DeCosta, Jess Pruitt) play funky country Bisbee Grand 2:00 PM
CSP Bisbee Plein Air Festival Reception, awards and show Come to the Plein Air Festival awards reception, vote for peoples choice, and see and buy the art! Artist paint Old Bisbee’s historic architecture, sprawling staircases, vintage streets, industrial mining remnants, and colorful homes set amidst the scenic Mule Mountains. Central School Project 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM – More Info
Los Amigos of Bisbee. Good stuff Copper Queen hotel 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Ian Martinez talented guitarist shreds classic rock and latin tunes Gene’s Place 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Second Saturday Art Walk galleries around town open, often with live music and refreshments 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
There Is Nothing Wrong Here Chimera27 presents a slightly surreal show. Local artists. Music by Simon Spencer. Slightly surreal snacks. Nothing is exactly what it seems. everything you see will need a closer look. But, don't worry, there's nothing wrong here. Chimera27 Gallery 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Alex Wilkerson atmospheric and honest, sunny indie rock with a dark side. Bisbee Badassery 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Melissa Reaves powerful vocalist and stage presence with Phillip Bynoe and Sam Panther. Doors 5:30pm Dot’s Diner/The Shady Dell 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – More Info
SCYLD ambient/electronica with guest Jordan Manley Silver King/Room 4 Bar 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Chalako the Band Latin and classic rock, bring your dancing shoes St Elmo 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM – More Info
One Ghost New wave, classic rock covers and originals Bisbee Social Club 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM – More Info
Sunday – October 11
Ecstatic Dance 10:30 warm-up. Dance like no one is watching because no one is! Club Kilimanjahro aka Club K $10 suggested donation
Studio Kilimanjahro 11:00 AM
Simon Spencer Simon Spencer is a Bisbee songwriter sharing upbeat tunes about anger, humiliation and sometimes love (but, like, universal love) on accordion, piano, and ukulele. Bisbee Badassery 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – More Info
Community Synergy “Together We Thrive “ Eco Festival Free Community Event featuring live music from Bisbee Blues Band, Gemini, and Bisbee Rhythm Review with other performance artists wondering the event. Food vendors, Beer Garden, Children’s Fun Zone, Natural Building Demonstrations, Interactive Art, Free Fall Gardening Kits, Art Raffle, Arts and Crafts Vendors, Environmental Information Booths, and more! Oldfield Oasis 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM – More Info
The Panther Band "Death folk" Blues, Rock, Originals Bisbee Grand 2:00 PM
Game Night 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 Thirsty Lizard 5:00 PM
Poetry night Hitching Post 5:00 PM
Comedy Open Mic Hosted by Castle Rock Kenny – make us laugh, won’t you? Carley’s Bar 6:00 PM
Monday – October 12
Manic Mondays $5 margaritas all day Bisbee Grand
Writer’s Group all levels, bring something to read Warren Peace Cafe 10:00 AM
Pictionary Hitching Post 4:00 PM
Bisbee Tap Dance Classes Come make some noise with Tap Artist Alesha Drew and Musician Eliza Steele. Tap shoes not essential. All levels welcome, $10 cash for a 45 minute class. City Park 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM – More Info
Open Mic Hosted by Shantih Nicechops. One lucky performer wins what’s in the tip jar! St Elmo 7:00 PM
Karaoke with Josh Hitching Post 7:00 PM
This Week in Bisbee Additional Sponsors:
Coming Soon:
Bisbee 1000 Oct 17 https://www.bisbee1000.org/
B.R.A.T.S. Parade October 24
Ozomatli concert benefit for Bisbee Coalition for the Homeless at Warren Vista Park November 7 https://www.purplepass.com/events/384502-ozomatli-concert-benefitting-bisbee-coalition-for-the-homless-nov-7th-2026
Sidepony 13 November 13 – 15 https://linktr.ee/sideponyfest
Bisbee Woman’s Club Home Tour and Chair Auction November 27 & 28 https://www.bisbeewomansclub.com/home-tour-chair-auction
This Week in Bisbee Useful Links
Bisbee True Crime Tour – No ghosts… just skeletons… 21+ up only! https://bisbeetruecrimetour.com
Hike with the Muleteam around Bisbee & beyond – muleteam.blogspot.com
ETC
Introducing Community Synergy! Come join us Sunday, October 12 from 2-6pm at Oldfield Oasis! Enjoy live music and dance from local artists while getting to know us and each other and our goals for working with our community to become sustainably self-reliant. There will be food and drink available and admission is free!
A monthly gathering for people who love dogs and other pets . We will reflect on the place animals have in our lives, and make room for blessing, gratitude, and remembrance. **Bring your dog**. Bisbee Presbyterian Annex Second Saturdays 4 – 5:30pm
Goar Park Lunches is moving! For now …As of Monday, September 21, we are returning to our roots and will be serving meals in Goar Park every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at Noon.There will be no interruption of service! This will be a temporary home base as our staff and board actively pursue multiple options for a new place to set up shop. Updates will be posted on our website and socials. Stay tuned, and see you at lunch!
https://goarparklunches.org/
MONSTERS REALLY WANTED! We’re still a few creatures short of a full infestation for this year’s Halloween Show & Haunted House. Have you ever wanted to lurk in the shadows, unleash blood-curdling screams, terrify unsuspecting guests, or simply spend a few evenings having an absurd amount of Halloween fun? Sign Up Here https://www.gardensatmilehighranch.com/2026cast
Explore Bisbee and Southern Arizona in style with Copperlight Carriage. Enjoy private luxury limousine transportation for sightseeing, special occasions, and unforgettable local adventures. Visit ridecopperlight.com to learn more.
The newest place to shop for clothes is at the Science lab on Melody Lane only two doors down from the Library Annex! We have racks full of gently used, cleaned clothing in a full range of sizes. There are men’s, coats, sportswear, dresses, skirts, long and short sleeve tops as well as shoes and jewelry. Come out and take a look around on Fridays from 10-2. You will be amazed my the selection!
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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This Week in Bisbee Person of the Week!
Alisha Forrester Drew is originally from Australia, but has lived and performed all around the world including Seoul, Singapore, Las Vegas and Nashville. She first met her wife Christina seventeen years ago, when they lived in the Arizona valley, but they would always come to Bisbee. Finally, they moved here this year. Alisha has been teaching tap dance twice a week in City Park on Saturdays and Mondays. Her favorite thing about Bisbee? “The spirit of the town.” Tell her you saw her in TWIB!