Festivals

Discover Tempe’s Festival Side

Discover Tempe’s Festival Side

Tempe is known for hosting amazing festivals. From the biannual Tempe Festival of the Arts, the Dragon Boat Festival, the Aloha Festival, Oktoberfest, and the Innings Festival, Tempe has festivals covered. Grab your sneakers and head outside to enjoy Tempe’s beautiful festival weather.
 
Second Sundays on Mill

Through Apr 14

Second Sundays on Mill

Downtown Tempe - Mill Avenue

Through April 14, 2024

On the Second Sunday of each month (October-April) Mill Avenue closes to traffic, and pedestrians are invited to explore a monthly outdoor market, featuring live music and entertainment, vendors, pop-ups, activations, seasonal themes and plenty of fun for the entire family.

Pat's Run at Mountain America Stadium

Apr 13

Pat’s Run

Mountain America Stadium

April 13, 2024

Pat’s Run is the signature fundraising event for the Pat Tillman Foundation. Held annually to honor Pat’s legacy, the 4.2 mile Run/Walk will wind through the streets of Tempe, AZ.

Pride Flag

Oct 19 - Oct 20

Phoenix Pride Festival

Steele Indian Park

October 19, 2024 - October 20, 2024

The Phoenix Pride Festival is a two-day celebration designed to bring our diverse LGBTQ+ and allied communities together for a weekend of camaraderie and celebration at Indian Steele Park.

Arizona Sports & Music Festival

Oct 19

Arizona Sports & Music Festival

Tempe Sports Complex

October 19, 2024

Arizona Sports League presents the Arizona Sports & Music Festival, sponsored by Hello Sugar, at Tempe Sports Complex on Oct. 19. Choose your sport, grab a drink and enjoy the best day of sports and music!

Water Lantern Festival

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Water Lantern Festival at Kiwanis Park

Kiwanis Lake

November 1, 2024 - November 2, 2024

The Water Lantern Festival brings people together to Light The Water in a magical night that includes food, music and beauty as the lanterns reflect upon the water of Kiwanis Lake.

two couples walking on the streets at the Tempe Festival of the Arts

Dec 6 - Dec 8

Tempe Fall Festival of the Arts

Downtown Tempe

December 6, 2024 - December 8, 2024

The Tempe Festival of the Arts offers visitors a distinct shopping experience each fall and spring in Downtown Tempe. More than 300 artist booths line Mill Avenue and the surrounding streets presenting unique, and hand-made artwork.

 
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