Story Time Character Hour

On the second Saturday of every month, the Campus Store hosts Story Time Character Hour at our SUMC location (with some exceptions). Story Time is an engaging event for children ages two to five. It’s full of reading, activities, and crafts— complete with the chance to meet and take pictures with their favorite storybook characters! Our most popular events feature kid-favorite characters such as Paddington, Pete the Cat, and Rainbow Fish. Best of all, the event is absolutely FREE and open to the public.

Due to high attendance in previous years, arrive early to snag your spot! The afternoon sessions typically have more room—perfect for families who prefer a little extra space to enjoy the story!

Date
Time
Story Time Character / Theme
Location Information
December 13, 2025
Morning 10:30-11:30am
Afternoon 2:00-3:00pm
Olaf from Frozen
Campus Store - Lower Level
January 10, 2026
Morning 10:30-11:30am
Afternoon 2:00-3:00pm
Pete the Cat in partnership with Arizona Astrobiology Center
Campus Store - Lower Level
February 7, 2026
Morning 10:30-11:30am
Afternoon 2:00-3:00pm
Clifford in partnership with children's author Adiba Nelson
Campus Store - Lower Level
March 2026
N/A
Cancelled due to Tucson Festival of Books (March 14–15)
N/A
April 4, 2026
Morning 10:30-11:30am
Afternoon 2:00-3:00pm
Bluey and Bingo Earth Day Celebration
Campus Store - Lower Level
May 2, 2026
Morning 10:30-11:30am
Afternoon 2:00-3:00pm
Sid the Science Kid in partnership with PBS
Campus Store - Lower Level
June 6, 2026
Morning 10:30-11:30am
Afternoon 2:00-3:00pm
Paw Patrol Marshall & Chase Kickoff Summer Reading Program
Campus Store - Lower Level

Where Can I Park?

The Campus Store, Student Union Memorial Center: Parking in the Second Street Garage (on Mountain Avenue just south of Speedway Boulevard) is usually available on the weekend for $2 per hour. Visitor parking is also available for $2 per hour at the Highland Avenue, Main Gate, Park Avenue, Cherry Avenue, and Tyndall Avenue garages. Alternative free parking on the weekends is generally available behind the Speech and Hearing Sciences Building on East Second and Palm Drive, lot #3039. Hourly pay parking is available on campus through the Passport Parking App. This parking rate is also $2 per hour. Please be sure to read and abide by posted signs when parking on campus.