Refreshingly Offbeat & Sunsets on Repeat
Tempe embraces an active lifestyle and laid-back atmosphere and it’s a place where community matters. Refreshingly offbeat, Tempe is a college town with a personality all its own. It’s a welcoming destination with a spirited lifestyle where you’ll find fun-filled activities at every turn. Let’s help you learn more about our city.
FALL IN TEMPE
As summer turns to fall, Tempe invites you to enjoy the season with signature events, music festivals, tailgates and vibrant performing arts.
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Top places to catch a sunset
Check out some of the best spots in Tempe to capture the most mesmerizing sunsets.
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Fun & Games
If you’re looking for something a little different, and loads of fun, Tempe is the place for you.
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Tempe’s Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope and great memories you’ll cherish forever. Experience the magic of thousands of lanterns as the soft lights reflect upon the water of Kiwanis Lake in Tempe.
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Experience the Magic of the Desert Botanical Garden
Step out of the city and into the Sonoran Desert landscapes of the Desert Botanical Garden. Home to more than 50,000 arid plants from deserts around the world — from towering cacti to colorful wildflowers — this magical oasis invites you to immerse yourself in 140 acres of natural beauty.
Exploring Greater Phoenix’s Native American Culture
Visitors and locals are invited to explore Nativa American history and heritage at these museums and ancient ruins throughout Greater Phoenix.
