Tubac is a beautiful artists’ colony located in southern Arizona. Nestled in the Tumacacori Highlands between the Santa Cruz River Valley and the Santa Rita Mountains. It’s known for it’s stunning sunsets and desert vistas. Home to a variety of artist galleries, Tubac has become a home away from home for many artists in the American Southwest.

Tubac is also a popular wedding and honeymoon location. From horseback riding to hiking, bird watching and mountain climbing, you’ll never run out of things to do in Tubac. Apart from it’s amazing galleries and outdoor activities, Tubac is also famous for being one of the world's top destinations for relaxation. If you are looking for peace and tranquility Tubac is the place for you.

Established in 1752 as a presidio, Tubac was the first Spanish settlement in what is now Arizona. Tubac was one of the primary stops along the Camino Real (the “Royal Road”) from Mexico to Northern California. Tubac's most famous Spanish resident was Juan Bautista de Anza. While stationed at Tubac in the late 1700s, de Anza built the chapel of Santa Gertrudis, the foundations of which lie beneath today's St. Ann's Church.

From the 1930s–1960s, Tubac evolved into an art colony. Painter Dale Nichols opened an art school in the small desert village in 1948 and restored some of Tubac's historic buildings. Students included watercolorist Al Romo and sculptor Bob Brisley. Tubac also hosts the Tubac Festival of the Arts which is an immensely popular annual event that dates back to the 1960s.

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We are proud to host our festival in Tubac & Green Valley, Arizona.