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Best Sports Bars in Tempe

Can’t attend the game in person? No problem! Tempe boasts an awesome selection of sports bars to watch your favorite team play live. Our list offers traditional sports bars, spots known for their local brews and patios that just can’t be beat.

Spring Training at Tempe Diablo Stadium

Things To Do During Spring Training Season

Enjoy sunny skies and all the spring vibes at this year’s Cactus League Spring Training games from late February through March 2024. Catch a fly ball, a tan and hopefully a few attractions while you’re in Tempe this season.

Jasmine Jo + Rowan Tree

Tempe has a latte of great coffee spots

Where to find the best coffee in Tempe, from local roasters and boutique cafes to breakfast and brunch spots.

Curry Corner

Tempe’s Apache Boulevard offers an authentic culinary experiences

When you’re hungry for some fragrant, savory, spicy and delicious Middle Eastern/Mediterranean and Asian food, there’s only one place to go—Apache Boulevard in Tempe. Apache Blvd. offers an authentic culinary Tempe dining adventure with restaurants serving Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and Asian food.

Four Peaks at Creamery Park

Perfect Parks for Picnicking in Tempe

Enjoy Tempe’s sunny weather and scenic landscapes with this guide to pairing parks with nearby takeout options for the perfect picnics.

Where to Shop Small Businesses in Tempe

Support local Tempe merchants. Tempe retailers, artists, florists and more sell everything from ASU gear to flowers to skateboards to artwork. These businesses will benefit from your patronage now more than ever, so use this list as you’re looking for gifts, or gift cards, for loved ones (or just for you).

DBG Las Noches de Las Luminarias by Adam Rodriguez

Las Noches de las Luminarias at Desert Botanical Garden

Experience the beauty of Las Noches de las Luminarias this holiday season with 8,000 flickering luminarias and twinkling lights throughout the Desert Botanical Garden.

Replicas of Hohokam pithouses on the Pueblo Grande Museum walking trail.

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.

Dirty Dough Tempe

Fresh out the oven cookies in Tempe, Arizona

So you’re looking for the best cookies in Tempe? Excellent, we’ve got you covered! We love our cookies hot and fresh baked (daily) and these local Tempe bakeries are sharing the wealth with residents and visitors alike!

Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade

Tempe’s Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade is Holiday Magic

One of the most anticipated holiday events in Tempe is coming up on Saturday, December 10th – the annual Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade at Tempe Town Lake.

Tempe Marketplace holiday light tunnel

Things to do in Tempe during the holidays

In my opinion, Tempe, Arizona is one of the best spots to get in the holiday spirit. Whether you are looking for a fun date night idea, or fun for the whole family, spending the holiday season in Tempe offers endless possibilities.

Hackett House Holiday shopping

Find gifts for everyone this holiday season in Tempe

Take your holiday shopping game to the next level at Tempe Marketplace, Arizona Mills or Downtown Tempe. Your friends and family will thank you.

A parade of ASU Cheerleaders with pom poms up in the air marching down the street

Celebrate ASU Homecoming in Tempe

ASU Homecoming week is Oct. 22-28, 2023. This excited week is filled with a variety of events that will get you in the school spirit and ready for the big football game.

Halloween Stroll

Where to Celebrate Halloween in Tempe

Spooky season is in full effect and Tempe has just what you need to make the most of your Halloween. Whether you are looking for a fun activity for the kids, an event for the grown-ups or something for the whole family, everyone will have a spooky good time in Tempe.

Four Peaks Brewery

Where To Find Tempe’s Most-Haunted Places

If you’re looking for a little spooky action and goose bumpy fun this Halloween, you might visit Tempe’s spine tingling Halloween haunts. We made it easy for you and came up with this handy list.