Tempe is a playground for families

Kids & Family

Tempe is a playground for families

Tempe has lots to offer families looking to have some fun. From the smallest travelers to tough-to-please teens, kids, parents and grandparents will find plenty to enjoy in Tempe. From family friendly festivals and exhibits, to kid-focused theatre, Tempe is for kids.
 
Exhibitions at ASU Art Museum

Through Jun 29

ASU Art Museum Exhibits

ASU Art Museum

Through June 29, 2025

ASU Art Museum presents a rotating display of innovative art exhibitions featuring new media, Latinx and Latin American art, contemporary craft, historical and contemporary prints and art from the Americas.

Second Sundays on Mill

Through Apr 13

Second Sundays on Mill

Downtown Tempe - Mill Avenue

Through April 13, 2025

Join Downtown Tempe on the Second Sunday of Nov., Jan., Feb. and Apr. for a monthly outdoor market, featuring live music and entertainment, vendors, pop-ups, activations, seasonal themes and plenty of fun for the entire family.

Little Cholla Tempe Market

Through May 10

Little Cholla Market

Culdesac Tempe

Through May 10, 2025

Every Thursday from 6-9 p.m., visit the Little Cholla Market for a farmers market, food trucks, shopping and music at the first car-free neighborhood, Culdesac Tempe.

Dog day at Desert Botanical Garden

Through May 10

Dog Days at the Garden

Desert Botanical Garden

Through May 10, 2025

Enjoy a “pawsitively” perfect morning stroll with your pup through the Desert Botanical Garden this fall at Dog Days at the Garden.

Desert Botanical Garden

Through May 13

Desert Sol at Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Botanical Garden

Through May 13, 2025

Awaken your senses and soothe your soul with the healing power of nature at Desert Botanical Garden. Experience and connect with a variety of cultural and healing traditions from around the world.

Ballet Under the Stars at Tempe Center for the Arts

Through May 31

Ballet Arizona

Ballet Arizona

Through May 31, 2025

Experience the artistry and excitement of Arizona’s nationally recognized ballet company, Ballet Arizona. With a blend of classics and new works, the 2024 season is something you won’t want to miss!

Candlelight Concerts

Through Apr 19

Candlelight Concerts

Phoenix Zoo | Arizona Center for Nature Conservation

Through April 19, 2025

Candlelight Concerts, presented by Fever, bring the music of Taylor Swift, The Beatles, and more to the Phoenix Zoo.

Majestic Mariposas at DBG

Through May 11

Majestic Mariposas at Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Botanical Garden

Through May 11, 2025

Majestic Mariposas at Desert Botanical Garden invites families to get an up-close and unforgettable experience when more than 2,000 native Southwestern butterflies return for the fall butterfly exhibit.

Through May 11

Orchid Fever at Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Botanical Garden

Through May 11, 2025

Explore rare and elegant orchids artfully displayed with desert plants, engaging all your senses with vibrant colors, scents, and textures. Discover Arizona's endangered orchids and Garden research efforts to preserve them.

Mullett Arena in Tempe, AZ

Through Jul 5

Mullett Arena Special Events

Mullett Arena

Through July 5, 2025

Mullett Arena is Tempe's newest entertainment destination. Check out the calendar of upcoming events and book your tickets now for an unforgettable experience!

ASU Pow Wow at Desert Financial Stadium

Apr 4 - Apr 6

ASU POW WOW

ASU Desert Financial Arena

April 4, 2025 - April 6, 2025

American Indian dancers and singing groups from across the United States and Canada will be featured at this social gathering that reinforces the common bond and spirituality existing between individuals from many North American nations through singing and dancing. 

Saguaro & Skate at DBG

Apr 5 - Apr 12

Saguaro & Skate at Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Botanical Garden

April 5, 2025 - April 12, 2025

Get ready to lace up your skates and hit the rink at Desert Botanical Garden, for a fun pop-up skate party with Zoni Girls! Get ready to show off your moves on wheels.

Pat's Run at Mountain America Stadium

Apr 12

Pat’s Run

Mountain America Stadium

April 12, 2025

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 finishing inside Mountain America Stadium. 

Dive into Diversity Festival

Apr 12

Dive into Diversity

ASU Mona Plummer Aquatic Center

April 12, 2025

Tempe is proud to host the Dive into Diversity Event Series on April 12, a groundbreaking initiative designed to expand access to the Olympic sport of diving for underrepresented communities.

 
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