Event Summary

The Tempe Fall Festival of the Arts returns to Downtown Tempe, Dec. 6-8, 2024. The three-day street fair, art walk and pop-up market consistently ranks among the Top 20 Art Festivals in the nation by Sunshine Artist and has received the Pinnacle Award from the International Festival and Events Association.

The Tempe Fall Festival of the Arts receives more than 1,000 applications from artists across the country. From these applicants, a jury comprised of members of the local art community selects the top artisans in each category to participate in the festival. During the festival, a new jury then selects the best overall artist and the top artist in each category.

Participants are separated into 18 different artistic categories for judging, ranging from woodwork to photography to ceramics and even wearable art. More than 300 artist booths line Mill Avenue and the surrounding streets, presenting unique and handmade artwork that offers visitors a distinctive shopping experience. The spring and fall events each attract nearly 225,000 visitors to Downtown Tempe over the course of a three-day weekend.

Plan Your Perfect Festival of the Arts Weekend in Tempe

Festival Schedule & Event Highlights:

Friday, Dec. 6, 2024: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Free Admission • Dog Friendly • Artist Booths • Food Trucks • Entertainment • Beer & Wine 

Where to Stay:

Downtown Tempe is the center of all the action — from Mill Avenue to Arizona State University and “A” Mountain to Tempe Town Lake. From suites to upscale retreats, here are our top hotels in Downtown Tempe for Oktoberfest weekend.

Where to Dine:

Nothing completes a festival weekend quite like a visit to one of Tempe’s famous restaurants — from dining alfresco on these patios and to these craft breweries in Tempe.

Additional Information & Inspiration:

Visit the event website to check out the full schedule and vendor details.

For more events in Tempe, visit our Tempe Events page.