Tempe’s Performing and Visual Arts

Performing & Visual Arts

Tempe’s Performing and Visual Arts

A passion for theatre and a love of visual arts are easily satisfied in Tempe. Tempe is truly an arts and cultural hub with a full season of Broadway shows, museum exhibits, local theatre productions, arts festivals and more. Public art by local and internationally known artists give beauty and depth to our urban landscape.
 
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.

Music in the Garden

Through Nov 22

Music in the Garden: Fall 2024

Desert Botanical Garden

Through November 22, 2024

The Desert Botanical Garden presents a spectacular lineup of talent for the Music in the Garden Fall Concert Series on select Friday evenings in October and November.

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.

Mullett Arena in Tempe, AZ

Through Nov 29

Mullett Arena Special Events

Mullett Arena

Through November 29, 2024

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

Tempe Center for the Arts in Tempe, AZ

Nov 21

48 LIVE at Tempe Center for the Arts

Tempe Center for the Arts

November 21, 2024

Tempe Center for the Arts presents a new local artist series, 48 LIVE. This series is dedicated to giving emerging artists a stage. 48 LIVE features a slate of musical, theatrical, dance and visual artists from around the 48th State.

ZooLights at The Phoenix Zoo

Nov 27 - Jan 12

ZooLights at the Phoenix Zoo

Phoenix Zoo | Arizona Center for Nature Conservation

November 27, 2024 - January 12, 2025

ZooLights at the Phoenix Zoo, the Valley’s most cherished holiday tradition, is back with millions of twinkling lights, all new animal lanterns and light displays, an enhanced Santa experience and a brand new music and light show!

OXDX Holiday Market at Tempe Center for the Arts

Nov 30

Native Holiday Market by OXDX

Tempe Center for the Arts

November 30, 2024

Tempe Center for the Arts presents the "OXDX Holiday Market,” a celebration of Indigenous artistry and local businesses brought to you by local clothing and design label, OXDX Clothing.

Kimberly Akimbo at ASU Gammage

Dec 3 - Dec 8

ASU Gammage presents “Kimberly Akimbo”

ASU Gammage

December 3, 2024 - December 8, 2024

ASU Gammage presents a new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order). “Kimberly Akimbo” is the winner of 5 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL.

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.

Tempe Center for the Arts in Tempe, AZ

Dec 14

TCA presents “The Adventures of Frosty’s Missing Hat”

Tempe Center for the Arts

December 14, 2024

Frosty’s hat has gone missing, leaving him frozen solid, and his friend Karen teams up with Cindy Lou Who, the Grinch and more to bring it back. Along the way, they face challenges, forge new friendships and uncover the true spirit of the season.

 
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