• This February, the Cruise, BBQ, & Blues Car Show rolls back into Tucson—and it’s more than just a car show.
• It’s a full-throttle celebration of craftsmanship, culture, and community.
• Presented by Art State Arizona, the event puts the art of the automobile front and center, spotlighting the intricate design, engineering, and creativity behind custom and classic cars.
• From the flawless chrome to the stitched leather interiors, every detail is a work of art.
• With over 30 award classes—including Best Paint, Best Engine, and People’s Choice—this is a festival where form and function share the spotlight.
• Fuel up on mouthwatering BBQ from local legends, groove to live blues music, and bring the whole family for a day of hands-on activities, high-octane creativity, and community fun.
• Every dollar raised supports Art State Arizona’s mission to make the arts essential to everyday life in Arizona—funding cultural programs, artist opportunities, and creative experiences that transform public spaces, healthcare environments, and local economies.
• Because at Art State Arizona, we believe that art isn’t just on the canvas—it’s in the garage, the stage, the street, and the heart of every community.
• Special thanks to Hughes Federal Credit Union for underwriting our efforts to bring this beloved event back to our community.

The Cruise, BBQ, & Blues Car Show will be held one day only, Saturday, February 7, 2026. Visit us for more details.

Art State Arizona (formerly SAACA) is a nonprofit reimagining what’s possible when arts and culture are treated not as luxuries—but as essential infrastructure.

What began in 1997 as the Greater Oro Valley Arts Council, and later evolved into the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, has grown into a statewide organization advancing creativity as a powerful force for community health, economic vitality, and social connection.

We are artists, cultural workers, educators, business leaders, healthcare professionals, and community organizers—uniting across sectors to shape an Arizona where the arts are integrated into every aspect of life.

Art State Arizona isn’t just a name. It’s a vision—of Arizona as a national leader in creative well-being, cultural innovation, and economic transformation through the arts. We’re here to make that vision real.