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Best Museums for Kids

Gone are the days of keeping quiet and not touching anything at a museum. I remember going on field trips to museums when I was a kid. They were fun, but I wouldn’t exactly say it was the best day of my life. It was hard to relate to and nothing felt like it was […]

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Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Tempe, AZ

Love traveling with your furry friend? Finding the perfect pet-friendly hotel for both you and fur baby is important, and we want to make it as easy as possible. Several hotels in Tempe are pet-friendly and offer up a perfect spot for your next stay in Tempe, Arizona.

Pedal Haus Brewery Tempe

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.

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Best Tempe Hotels For Sports Events

Check out which Tempe hotel is the best option for your sports team. Whether you’re visiting for Ironman Arizona or here for a baseball tournament, Tempe offers manicured fields, exceptional sports courts and lots of great hotels that are close to all the action.

Tempe Marketplace Food Court

Best Things To Do With a Teenager in Tempe, AZ

What do teenagers do for fun in Tempe? Lucky for you, our resident Tempe teen, Rosey, has put together a list of her favorite things to do with her friends and family in her home town Tempe.

Cafe Lalibela Ethiopian Food

Black-Owned Restaurants and Businesses in Tempe

If you’re looking to explore Black-owned businesses in Tempe, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve assembled this list of local, Black-owned restaurants and other various businesses to connect you with opportunities to shop, dine and support this valuable segment of our Tempe community.

Tempe Beach Park with dog

Bring your pet to these dog-friendly places in Tempe

Lucky for those who visit or live in Tempe, Arizona, there are plenty of restaurants, bars, and even shopping centers that are dog-friendly. Below is a list of just a few of our favorites that welcome our furry friends.

ASU Gammage sunset

Broadway shows at ASU Gammage in Tempe

The 2024-2025 Desert Financial Broadway Across America – Arizona series at ASU Gammage kicks off in August. Get ready for an exciting season of Broadway!

Daily Jam Breakfast

Brunch in Downtown Tempe is a Can’t Miss

From zesty mimosas to syrup-covered red velvet waffles, Tempe’s brunch scene has got you covered. Here are a few of our favorite weekend brunch locations.

Super 8 by Wyndham Tempe ASU Airport Pool

Budget-friendly hotels in Tempe

Love to travel, but have a tight budget? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve created a short list of where you’ll find budget-friendly, comfortable and conveniently located hotels in Tempe.

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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.

A 5-person Mariachi band plays music at the City of Tempe Tardeada event.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Tempe

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Tempe with events and experiences honoring Hispanic history and culture.

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Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend in Tempe

We could all use a weekend getaway these days, and with Memorial Day coming fast, it’s the perfect opportunity to plan that break that we all need. Head to Tempe for fun events, shopping, awesome new restaurants to try and everything in between.

Girl Hiking at South Mountain

Celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week with Tempe, Arizona

Tempe is celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week May 2-8, 2021. To help refresh and regenerate after the year we’ve all had, you may want to get outside and enjoy the Arizona sunshine.

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Date Ideas in Tempe

To give you ideas for your next date in Tempe, we asked three local couples to share their itineraries for a perfect romantic day in Tempe.