As the place to be, Tempe is known for the many special events it hosts each year. From sporting events to festivals and shows, there are abundant activities to choose from such as:
- Tempe Festival of the Arts (Fall and Spring) - More than 250,000 shoppers visit the Mill Avenue District each Fall and Spring to take in the sights, smells and artistry of this annual event. The fesitval is one of the top juried events in the US and features tasty treats, street entertainers and artists' masterpieces.
- Circle K Tempe Music Festival - The stage is set every Spring at Tempe Beach Park for some of the most popular musical acts in the country. The two-day event also features a Garage Band competition to give the local up and coming bands a chance to be in the spotlight.
- Tempe Oktoberfest - Break out the beer steins and the polka bands! Every October, a little bit of Germany lands at Tempe Beach Park for an annual celebration with proceeds going to Tempe Sister Cities programs.
- My Nana's Salsa Challenge - Chips, salsa and margaritas! What a great way to spend the day. Each year, Tempe Beach Park is the home of this flavorful event that benefits the Arizona Hemophilia Association.
- Fiesta Bowl Block Party - Ring in the New Year with thousands of others in Tempe's Mill Avenue District. The party includes live music, headline concert, street performers, beer gardens and fireworks at 10pm and midnight.
- July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival - Tempe hosts the largest July 4th celebration in Arizona. All are invited to Tempe Beach Park to celebrate the birthday of the Red, White & Blue with a huge fireworks display and musical entertainment.
- Arizona Dragon Boat Festival - Every year Tempe Town Lake hosts this rare sight in Arizona. The race brings competitors from all over the country and the colorful boats are a sight so see.
- APS Fantasy of Lights - Celebrate the holiday season in Tempe's Mill Avenue District. The area is lit up with lights throughout December and events include Opening Night with Santa, fireworks and the always popular Fantasy of Lights Boat Parade on Tempe Town Lake.
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