Sports fans, outdoor lovers, foodies and families all agree: Fall is the perfect time to visit Tempe. The temps are cooling and our calendar is filling up with seasonal events — from festivals and markets to sporting events and concerts — you won’t want to miss. Tempe is the perfect event and festival location – fall through spring, you will find a variety of fun events in our city.

ASU Homecoming week is Nov. 17-23, 2024. This exciting week is filled with a variety of spirited festivities, including the annual Lantern Walk and Homecoming Parade and Block Party, followed by ASU football hosting BYU for the big game.

Lucky for those who visit or live in Tempe, Arizona, there are plenty of restaurants, bars, and even shopping centers that are dog friendly. Check out our list of our favorites places that welcome our furry friends.

Pride in Tempe: You’re invited to exciting LGBTQ+ events — including Downtown Tempe’s second annual Pride Party, the Phoenix Pride awards reception and more — taking place in throughout Pride month and beyond in Tempe.

Where to shop for one-of-a-kind apparel items in Tempe? Browse this variety of shops and pop-ups for the perfect vintage, retro, consignment, thrift, custom and limited-edition pieces, perfect for wardrobe additions for your next ‘fit check.

In Tempe, these restaurants are known for their delicious patio vibes. Here’s where to savor the scene and the cuisine while dining alfresco.

Which Tempe restaurants are the best for family dining? There are a few that are always a sure bet for a good time, and a family-friendly atmosphere for the kiddos. Here’s our short list of family-friendly restaurants in Tempe.

Discover Asian American and Pacific Islander-owned restaurants and businesses in Tempe with this guide, and support local entrepreneurs throughout AAPI Heritage Month and beyond.

Your guide to Tempe’s ever-evolving roster of women-owned restaurants and businesses that welcome your patronage.

To give you ideas for your next date in Tempe, we asked three local couples to share their itineraries for a perfect romantic day in Tempe.

With these excellent, family-owned Thai restaurants serving up authentic, fresh and flavorful dishes in Tempe, Thai is always a good idea. Find out where to savor authentic Thai cuisine.

Extend your summer by spending Labor Day weekend in Tempe. Plan your poolside retreat, sip and savor alfresco and soak up the Sonoran Desert sun before the arrival of fall.

For fragrant, savory, spicy and delicious Middle Eastern/Mediterranean and Asian food, Tempe’s Apache Boulevard is peak foodie heaven. Also known as the “Spice Trail,” this lineup of authentic, international culinary adventure along this route is as good as it gets.

Among the buildings, walkways, breezeways and courtyards on the Arizona State University Tempe Campus, you’ll find some of Tempe’s best hidden gems  — ranging from public art and delicious dining to inconspicuous nods to history and heroes. Here are our top nine.

The 2024-2025 Desert Financial Broadway Across America – Arizona series at ASU Gammage kicks off in August. Get ready for an exciting season of Broadway!