Performing & Visual Arts

Tempe’s Performing and 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.
 
Fernando Botero

Through Mar 31

Fernando Botero: The Master” at Desert Botanical Garden

Desert Botanical Garden

Through March 31, 2024

Harmony of color and beauty of form come together in this exhibition of paintings, drawings and monumental sculpture celebrating the visionary Colombian artist, Fernando Botero — at Desert Botanical Garden from Oct. 7, 2023 to March 31, 2024.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Ballet Under the Stars at Tempe Center for the Arts

Through Jun 1

Ballet Arizona

Ballet Arizona

Through June 1, 2024

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!

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. 

Tempe Center for the Arts

Apr 27

TCA presents “BODYTRAFFIC” 

Tempe Center for the Arts

April 27, 2024

Bursting with cutting-edge “vivid theatricality,” “BODYTRAFFIC” takes the stage with compelling works that embody the company’s energy, sophistication and sheer joy in dancing.

 
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