Tempe Welcomes Final Four Fans
2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four
The Valley of the Sun is gearing up to host the 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, this spring. Tempe, the sports-centric home of Arizona State University, is excited to welcome fans as we countdown to the National Championship.
2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four Tournament
Mark your calendar for the 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four in Greater Phoenix. Not only will the National Semifinals take place on April 6, 2024, and the National Championship on April 8, 2024, but fans can expect over-the-top festivities, activations, events and celebrations throughout the week as well.
After all, Arizona is no stranger to hosting this mega event. In 2017, Glendale hosted the NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four tournament at the University of Phoenix Stadium, which has since been renamed to State Farm Stadium. The tournament concluded with North Carolina, Oregon, Gonzaga and South Carolina in the Final Four. UNC emerged victorious over Gonzaga, clinching their sixth National Championship.
With the 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four competitors still to be determined, the desert is ready to showcase world-class events and activities throughout the tournament. Stay connected to all the action by visiting the official Final Four website.
Get Involved
Become an integral part of all 2024 Men’s Final Four events by volunteering during Final Four week. Whether you assist in welcoming guests at the airport or managing the Volunteer Headquarters, you have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the Men’s Final Four experience. Registration is open now!
2024 Final Four Events
There will be no shortage of events to attend when the NCAA is in town. From tailgates to free concerts, red carpets to open practices, check out these FREE events to enjoy during Final Four weekend.
Apr. 5-8, 2024 | Men’s Final Four Fan Fest® Presented by Capital One
Phoenix Convention Center in Downtown Phoenix, Ariz.
Apr. 5-7, 2024 | March Madness Music Festival® Presented by AT&T, Capital One AND Coca-Cola
Location: TBA
Apr. 5, 2024 | Reese’s Men’s Final Four Friday®
State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.
Apr. 7, 2024 | Men’s Final Four Dribble® Presented by Buick
Heritage Square (Start Line) in Downtown Phoenix, Ariz.
Apr. 5,6 & 8, 2024 | Men’s Final Four Tip-Off Tailgate® Presented by Nissan
State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.
Spring To Tempe
Before or after the game, soak up sunny skies and plenty of outdoor activities this spring in Tempe, Arizona.
Learn MoreFor fans heading to Tempe, here’s everything you need to know before game time:
Tempe boasts an awesome selection of sports bars to watch your favorite teams. Explore which restaurants, bars and hotels are hosting watch parties for the 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four.
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Best Sports Bars in Tempe
Can’t attend the big game in person? No problem! From watching the NCAA Final Four to NBA games and UFC, Tempe has plenty of bars and taverns to cheer on your team to victory.
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Things to do along the Valley Metro Rail and Tempe Streetcar lines
From the Valley Metro Rail to the new Tempe Streetcar, Tempe continues to ensure that everyone can move around the city quickly and efficiently. Discover the many things to see and do like public art, shops, restaurants and other businesses.
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PHX Sky Harbor: Know Before you go!
America’s Friendliest Airport® is looking forward to welcoming travelers to the 2024 NCAA Men’s Final Four. Explore the best tips to make your travel experience smoother!
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Photo-Worthy Places in Tempe
Looking for photo-worthy moments you’ll want to remember for a lifetime? To help you find your next Instagram-worthy shot, we’ve rounded up these can’t-miss, photogenic attractions from around Tempe.
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Best Tempe Hotels For Sports Events
Tempe is the ideal location for sports fans. Whether you are in town for an amateur sporting event or for Final Four, Tempe’s hotels provide a great home base. Centrally located and with plenty of amenities, Tempe’s hotels provide a great home-away-from-home.
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Catch some sun and fun at Tempe Town Lake
It’s a bit unexpected for visitors to find a large body of water right in the heart of the city, but that’s exactly what you’ll find at Tempe Town Lake. From January to December, winter or summer, the lake is an excellent place to visit.
Learn MoreSpring Events:
2023-2024 Arizona Coyotes Hockey
Mullett Arena
Through April 17, 2024
The 2023-2024 Arizona Coyotes NHL schedule is here, and we look forward to a season full of fans and action-packed hockey at Mullett Arena in Tempe, Arizona.
Arizona Theatre Company at Tempe Center for the Arts
Tempe Center for the Arts
Through June 9, 2024
Arizona Theatre Company’s 56th Season kicks off its five-show lineup in October 2023 at Tempe Center for the Arts.
Music in the Garden: Spring 2024
Desert Botanical Garden
January 5, 2024 – 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.
Angels Spring Training Games
Tempe Diablo Stadium
February 24, 2024 – March 26, 2024
Experience all the fun and excitement that comes with spring training in Tempe, AZ. Tempe is the perfect home base to enjoy spring training baseball. From the end of February through the end of March, Cactus League Spring Training brings 15 MLB teams to 10 stadiums to play more than 200 games.
Mana Wahine at ASU Gammage
ASU Gammage
March 23, 2024
ASU Gammage presents Mana Wahine (Powerful Woman), imagery and dance from Ōkāreka Dance Company, March 23, 2024.
Malpaso Dance Company presents Malpaso at ASU Gammage
ASU Gammage
March 30, 2024
Malpaso Dance Company, one of the most sought-after Cuban dance companies with a growing international profile, performs at ASU Gammage.
AIDS Walk Arizona Festival & 5K
Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park
April 6, 2024
AIDS Walk Arizona Festival & 5K Run is the largest gathering in Arizona to support people living with HIV and raise community awareness.
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.
