Things to Do in Tempe, AZ
Tempe, Arizona, hosts around 500 upcoming events, with approximately 150 scheduled within the next 30 days. Sports and fitness activities lead the list with about 200 listings, followed by theater and performing arts at roughly 150 entries. Concerts and live music account for about 80 events, while community social gatherings, comedy shows, and nightlife options make up the remainder. Only about 5 percent of these listings are free to attend. The most popular venues include ASU Gammage, Tempe Diablo Stadium, Marquee Theatre, Desert Financial Arena, and Mullett Arena. Major performers with upcoming dates feature the Valley Suns, Arizona State Sun Devils men's basketball team, Arizona State women's basketball team, Arizona State Sun Devils hockey squad, and Sparky's Fairway. Founded in 1879 and home to a population of about 180,000 according to 2020 data, the city offers a diverse program where free options are limited but available.
City facts
- Weather
- 67°F · Mainly clear · High 74° / low 56°F
- Population
- 180,587 (2020)
- Elevation
- 456 m
- Founded
- 1879
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Frequently asked questions about events in Tempe
- How many events are free in Tempe this month?
- About 5 percent of the roughly 150 events listed for the next 30 days are free. Exact counts change daily, so only a small fraction of the total program does not require a ticket.
- Which venues have the most upcoming events in Tempe?
- The venues with the highest number of listings include ASU Gammage, Tempe Diablo Stadium, Marquee Theatre, Desert Financial Arena, and Mullett Arena. These locations host the majority of sports, theater, and concert performances.
- What is the most common type of event listed for this city?
- Sports and fitness events are the most common category with about 200 listings. Theater and performing arts follow with approximately 150 entries, while concerts account for about 80.
- Which performers have upcoming dates in Tempe?
- Upcoming performers include the Valley Suns, Arizona State Sun Devils men's basketball team, Arizona State women's basketball team, Arizona State Sun Devils hockey squad, and Sparky's Fairway. These acts appear across various venues throughout the region.