Things to do in Tempe in the Fall
Fall in Tempe is Festive and Fun
As the temperatures go down in the fall, Tempe really comes to life. Enjoy the sunshine by strolling along a cactus-lined desert trail, boating at Tempe Town Lake or driving through the city on a self-guided mural tour. Try delicious pumpkin beers and sweet treats, perhaps best enjoyed on an outdoor patio. And, buy one-of-a-kind works by local makers in Downtown Tempe. Plan your visit to Tempe and see why fall is our favorite season.
ASU Football
Get ready for an action-packed football season at the legendary ASU Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.
Learn MoreVisit Downtown Tempe
With all the options to choose from, there’s no better place to enjoy your free time than on Mill Avenue.
Learn MoreSee a Broadway Show
Tempe is known to have an impressive lineup of Broadway shows in Tempe, Arizona each year at ASU Gammage. The 2022/2023 Desert Financial Broadway Across America–Arizona series kicks off in October!
Learn MoreFall Events You Won’t Want to Miss
From fun festivals and exciting events, Tempe has a plethora of activities to choose from. Explore our list of events and festivals that delight Tempe visitors throughout the fall season.
Learn MoreFall Events
2022 ASU Football Season
ASU Sun Devil Stadium/Frank Kush Field
September 1, 2022 – November 19, 2022
The 2022 ASU football season is upon us, and we look forward to a season full of fans and action-packed football at the legendary ASU Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.
Four Peaks Haunted Brewery Tours
Four Peaks Brewing Company
September 26, 2022 – November 2, 2022
Four Peaks has gathered all these spooky tales (as well as their own employees’ ghost stories) for a series of special, late-night tours through 8th Street. Join them for one—if you dare.
Movies on the Field at ASU Sun Devil Stadium
ASU 365 Community Union
September 30, 2022 – December 2, 2022
Bring a blanket, sit on the grass and enjoy your favorite films on the big screen under the stars at ASU Sun Devil Stadium.
Dog Days at the Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
October 1, 2022 – November 19, 2022
Enjoy a “pawsitively” perfect morning stroll through the Garden at Dog Days at Desert Botanical Garden.
ASU Gammage presents SIX
ASU Gammage
October 4, 2022 – October 9, 2022
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power!
Roars & Pours at The Phoenix Zoo
Phoenix Zoo | Arizona Center for Nature Conservation
October 6, 2022
Sip and stroll your way through select Zoo trails while enjoying craft beverages, wine and food. Plus, animal encounters, yard games, entertainment and more!
Movies in the Park
Kiwanis Park
October 7, 2022 – October 28, 2022
Grab the gang, your blankets, a picnic dinner and head to Kiwanis Park to enjoy a free family-friendly flick on Friday evenings this fall.
Second Sundays on Mill
Downtown Tempe – Mill Avenue
October 9, 2022 – March 12, 2023
Second Sundays on Mill closes Mill Avenue to enhance the heart of Tempe with a local market that features a fantastic selection of Arizona-made goods.
Phoenix Pride Festival
Steele Indian Park
October 15, 2022 – October 16, 2022
This year’s Phoenix Pride Festival will continue to be a two day celebration designed to bring our diverse LGBTQ+ and allied communities together for a weekend of camaraderie and celebration at Indian Steele Park.
IRONMAN 70.3 Arizona
Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park
October 16, 2022
IRONMAN 70.3 is the perfect tune-up for the full-distance race in November, or just a great way to get out and compete in a half-distance event in a phenomenal setting of Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s OKLAHOMA! at ASU Gammage
ASU Gammage
October 18, 2022 – October 23, 2022
ASU Gammage presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s OKLAHOMA! to Tempe, Arizona, October 18-23, 2022.
Strange Garden at Desert Botanical Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
October 21, 2022 – October 22, 2022
Join the Desert Botanical Garden at Strange Garden, October 21-22, for a night full of frights for the entire family.
Día de Muertos at Desert Botanical Garden
Desert Botanical Garden
October 29, 2022 – October 30, 2022
Celebrate the colorful and vibrant Mexican tradition of Día de Muertos with a two-day festival filled with music, dance and storytelling at the Desert Botanical Garden.
Halloween Stroll in Downtown Tempe
6th Street Park
October 30, 2022
Ghosts, goblins, and princesses of all ages come to 6th Street Park in Downtown Tempe for some not-so-spooky Halloween fun on October 30, 2022.
ASU Family Weekend
ASU Tempe Campus
November 4, 2022 – November 6, 2022
Join Arizona State University for Family Weekend 2022 from Nov. 4-6 for a celebration of Sun Devil spirit, pride and tradition.
Tempe Veterans Day Parade
Downtown Tempe
November 11, 2022
The Tempe Veterans Day Parade is back in Downtown Tempe on November 11th. With over 50 years of tradition, Tempe is excited to continue this annual parade honoring all military veterans.
Water Lantern Festival
Kiwanis Lake
November 12, 2022
The Water Lantern Festival brings people together to Light The Water in a magical night that includes food, music and beauty as the lanterns reflect upon the water of Kiwanis Lake.
ASU Homecoming
ASU Tempe Campus
November 13, 2022 – November 19, 2022
Return to your Sun Devil roots and connect with your favorite campus places, be a part of the traditions of Royalty Court, Lantern Walk, the Homecoming Parade and the Block Party, November 13-19, 2022.
IRONMAN Arizona
Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park
November 20, 2022
2022 IRONMAN Arizona kicks off on November 20, 2022 with a single-loop swim in Tempe Town Lake, followed by a challenging three-loop bike course through the Sonoran Desert. It finishes with a spectator-friendly run around Tempe Town Lake and Papago Park.
Las Noches de las Luminarias
Desert Botanical Garden
December 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022
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.
Tempe Fall Festival of the Arts in Downtown Tempe
Downtown Tempe
December 2, 2022 – December 4, 2022
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.
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Tempe Fall Events You Won’t Want to Miss
From fun festivals and exciting events, Tempe has a plethora of activities to choose from. Check out our list of events and festivals that delight Tempe visitors throughout the fall season.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Tempe
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month in Tempe with events and local dining experiences honoring Hispanic history and culture.
