Live Music & Concerts

Check out our live music scene

Check out our live music scene

Tempe has a history of hosting live music. Bands such as the Gin Blossoms, Jimmy Eat World and Meat Puppets got their start in and around Mill Avenue. From buskers on the streets to soloists in a pub to student performances at ASU to big name entertainers at the Marquee Theater, you will find the genre of music that fits your taste.
 
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.

Desert Botanical Garden Sonoran Sippin'

Through May 31

Music in the Garden: Spring 2024

Desert Botanical Garden

Through May 31, 2024

Music in the Garden Concert Series is back at Desert Botanical Garden with a new way to enjoy lively musical acts on select dates from January through May.

Mullett Arena in Tempe, AZ

Through Apr 14

Mullett Arena Special Events

Mullett Arena

Through April 14, 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!

Live Music at Tempe Marketplace in Tempe, AZ

Through Mar 30

Live Music at Tempe Marketplace

Tempe Marketplace

Through March 30, 2024

Back for fall, free live concerts — music performed by both local and nationally known bands and musicians — return to Tempe Marketplace's The District Stage every Thursday and Friday evening.

Tempe Center for the Arts

Through May 11

48 LIVE at Tempe Center for the Arts

Tempe Center for the Arts

Through May 11, 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.

Music in Tempe, Arizona

Through Apr 30

Live Music at Yucca Tap Room

Yucca Tap Room

Through April 30, 2024

Yucca Tap Room is Tempe's original live music venue! A Tempe landmark, Yucca has showcased live music in an intimate setting for over 40 years. Check out their monthly lineup and enjoy live music from local and national acts.

Little Cholla Tempe Market

Through Mar 28

Little Cholla Market

Culdesac Tempe

Through March 28, 2024

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.

Candlelight Concerts

Through Apr 25

Candlelight Concerts

Phoenix Zoo | Arizona Center for Nature Conservation

Through April 25, 2024

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

Light Lane in Downtown Tempe

Apr 3 - Apr 30

“Light Lane” in Downtown Tempe

Downtown Tempe

April 3, 2024 - April 30, 2024

Give art a spin! “Light Lane” combines bikes, music and visual art in the dynamic setting of Mill Avenue in Downtown Tempe.  

KITE RUNNER at ASU Gammage

Apr 9 - Apr 14

THE KITE RUNNER at ASU Gammage

ASU Gammage

April 9, 2024 - April 14, 2024

One of the best-loved and most highly acclaimed novels of our time, THE KITE RUNNER is a powerful play of friendship that follows one man’s journey to confront his past and find redemption.

ASU Pow Wow at Desert Financial Stadium

Apr 19 - Apr 21

ASU POW WOW

ASU Desert Financial Arena

April 19, 2024 - April 21, 2024

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. 

 
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