Concerts in the Courtyard

A free outdoor concert series with local bands, food vendors, themed nights, and fun for all ages!

Select Thursdays | 5:00-7:00PM in Spring & Fall

About the Event:

Established in 2022, Concerts in the Courtyard is a FREE music performance series presented by Marana Parks & Recreation in the Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex courtyard. Concerts are 5-7PM on select Thursdays of the month for two 4-month seasons in spring (February-May) and fall (September-December), for a total of eight shows per year. The series focuses on offering a diverse array of genres while supporting local talent by only booking Southern Arizona bands and performers. Each concert night also features onsite food vendors so guests can enjoy dinner and a show, as well as a special theme or community activity for extra fun.

Program notes: Concerts are rain or shine but subject to cancellation for public safety reasons. There is limited seating available onsite; attendees are encouraged to bring their own seating, such as folding chairs or blankets. This is a family-friendly event; dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times.

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Community Engagement:

Town Departments and/or Community Partners will be set up with fun promotional opportunities to provide resources, knowledge, and experiences for the public to enjoy at every concert. Check the schedule below to see what community engagement is planned for each night!

Fall 2026

SEPTEMBER 17TH

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Chalako The Band (Latin styles & rock)

Chalako The Band is an eclectic Tucson band with elements of rock, blues, jazz, pop, Tejano, cumbia, and salsa! Chalako's recent highlights include the Arizona Bowl tailgate party, Tucson Meet Yourself, Nam to Sand Jam, the 4th Avenue Street Fair and much more. Learn more.

Community Engagement

  • HISPANIC HERITAGE NIGHT

Food Trucks

OCTOBER 22ND

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Znora (Halloween rock 'n' roll)

Znora (pronounced “Zuh-nora”) is a high-energy three-piece rock outfit hailing from Tucson, Arizona. Founded in 2019 by vocalist/guitarist Adrian Negrete, the band rounds out with Johny Rohde on bass and Josh Montaño on drums. With a musical palette that spans original psychedelic-blues rock and spirited covers of classic rock anthems from the ’60s through the ’90s, Znora delivers both punchy grooves and melodic flair. Learn more.

Community Engagement

  • TOWN OF MARANA'S 5TH ANNUAL HALLOWEEN TREAT TRAIL

  • Trick-or-Treat and Meet-&-Greet with the Town of Marana's staff! All Town Departments participate by dressing up and decorating a themed booth to hand out candy from. Community Partners like Marana Food Bank and Northwest Fire District also join in on the spooky fun.

Food Trucks
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Event Partner: This event is presented in partnership with Bayer. Learn more about Bayer's work in Marana here.

 

 

NOVEMBER 19TH

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OnesAll (Funk, pop, & rock)

OnesAll is a fun funk/rock band from Tucson, AZ featuring a family of musicians. The band fuses thick funky grooves, tight vocals and exciting rock sounds into fun dance and performance songs. OnesAll plays original material, and also tributes great bands/artists like Toto, Heart, John Mayer, Stevie Wonder, James Brown, Chaka Kahn, Michael Jackson, etc. Learn more.

Community Engagement

  • FOOD DRIVE WITH MARANA FOOD BANK

Food Trucks 

DECEMBER 10TH

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Blondie All Over ('80s hits & Christmas favorites)

Returning to the Concerts in the Courtyard stage, Blondie All Over is a high-energy tribute to Blondie and other blondes who rocked and moved us from the '60s through the '80s and on. This band pulls you out of your seat and onto the dance floor with hit after hit from Billy Idol, The Bangles, The Go-Go's, Madonna, Stray Cats, P!nk, Lady Gaga, and many more. Featuring Rae Moreland, Tristan Outlaw, Esteban Guglielmo, and Jeff Bozarth. Learn more.

Community Engagement

  • FREE PHOTO WITH SANTA & MRS. CLAUS

Food Trucks
  • TBA

 

Spring 2026

FEBRUARY 19TH

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The Wildcat Jazz Band (New Orleans jazz)

The Wildcat Jazz Band has been performing for audiences throughout the USA since 2004. They recorded six cds and sold tens of thousands around the world. Leader/Singer and banjo is Rob Wright. Rick Peron, trumpet. Rob Boone, trombone. Marco Rosano clarinet, Evan Dain bass, Ray Templin, piano and Chris Constantine, drums. They perform often at the Gaslight Music in Oro Valley. Learn more.

Community Engagement:

  • MARANA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NIGHT

  • All attendees can grab a free piece of King Cake at the event provided by Marana Parks & Recreation (while supplies last).

Food Trucks

MARCH 19TH

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TuneSmith (Motown, R&B, Latin, and jazz)

With many years of experience together, having previously performed with the late George Howard, TuneSmith is a group of musicians that strives to produce well-crafted music. Their variety of genres and songs is sure to get you moving, dancing, and grooving! Learn more.

Community Engagement:

  • MARANA #DOGLIFE NIGHT

  • Bring your furry family to listen to great music and meet some local organizations that support the dog community in Marana! 

Food Trucks: 

APRIL 16TH

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Little House of Funk (Crowd-pleasers and variety hits)

Connie, the "Rockin' Granny," knows how to start a party, engage the crowd, and keep it F-U-N. Her joy is contagious, and band second-to-none. Featuring the legendary Ed DeLucia on guitar, keyboard wizard Chris Pena, bass phenom Rafe Centuori, vocal and sax master Y and master drummer Joshua Carruthers. Learn more.

Community Engagement:

  • HEALTH & WELLNESS NIGHT

Food Trucks:

MAY 21ST

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The Mark Miller Band (Country)

The acclaimed Mark Miller Band was founded in 2017 by Mark Miller and Dan Hawk. Since its inception, the band has performed extensively throughout Arizona, California, and Montana, building a strong regional following. Blending the best of ’90s country with today’s modern country sound, the Mark Miller Band stands out thanks to its seasoned, highly-talented musicians and vocalists. Their energetic performances and authentic style have earned widespread attention and praise, including multiple Best of Tucson awards. The band has also shared the stage with several national touring acts, including Lexington Lab Band, David Nail, Braxton Keith, Casey Donahew, Jon Wolfe, David Allan Byrne, Love & Theft, and more. Learn more.

Community Engagement:

  • FIRST RESPONDERS' AND #SPLASHSAVVY NIGHT

  • Featuring: Marana’s Aquatics Team, Northwest Fire District, Marana Police Department, and more!

Food Trucks:
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Event Partner: This event is presented in partnership with ICCU. Learn more about ICCU's work in Marana here.

 

Past Performances

Fall 2025
  • September: XPLOSION
  • October: Blondie All Over
  • November: Garrett James & The Wanderers
  • December: Jovert Steel Drum Band (Tucson High Magnet School)
Spring 2025
  • February: NOLAtude
  • March: OnesAll
  • April: No Sand Beach Band
  • May: Southern Reins
Fall 2024
  • September: Chalako The Band
  • October: Znora
  • November: Bad News Blues Band
  • December: Blondie All Over
Spring 2024
  • February: TuneSmith
  • March: Mr. Boogie Woogie & the Weed Whackers
  • April: Bad News Blues Band
  • May: No Sand Beach Band
Fall 2023
  • September: XPLOSION
  • October: Blondie All Over
  • November: (canceled due to weather)
  • December: Good Trouble 
Spring 2023
  • January: Little House of Funk
  • February: Mr. Boogie Woogie & Bourbon Street Bash
  • March: XPLOSION
  • April: Jesse Colt Band
  • May: OnesAll
Fall 2022
  • September: ROH Band
  • October: Good Trouble
  • November: What’s the Big Idea?
  • December: Catalina HS Falcon Steel Drum Band 
Inaugural Season - Spring 2022
  • February: OnesAll
  • March: Kevin Pakulis and his Band
  • April: Little House of Funk
  • May: Heart & Soul

 

Media and News

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In the News

AT A GLANCE

Fall 2026:

 

09/17 –Chalako The Band

 

10/22 – ZNORA

 

11/19 – OnesAll

 

12/10 –Blondie All Over

LOCATION

Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex (11555 W. Civic Center Drive, Marana, AZ)

 

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