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Welcome to the heart of Tempe

Home to the historic Mill Avenue, ASU, and the perfect mix of outdoor adventure, culture, iconic landmarks, and creative energy. Whether you’re craving brunch, a craft cocktail, or an outdoor adventure, you’ll find it here.

Discover Why We're the Downtown With it All!

Downtown Tempe is an urban and walkable destination for outdoor adventure, foodie experiences, an energetic nightlife, cultural arts, and iconic events - all in a day’s trip and without leaving the district.

AZ's Only Waterfront City

Food, Drink & Nightlife

Local Treasures

Retail Shopping

Events & Happenings

Arts & Entertainment

BLOOM it Yourself- Floral DIY and Learn How to start your Floral Business

Country Dancing Lesson's @ Neon Spur

AZ Brew Hopping - Brewery Excursions

Canopy Tempe Downtown

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Food & Wine

Jeopardy! Bar League at Alibi

PROMISCUOUS - A 2000's CLUB BANGERS THROWBACKS PARTY

The Inside Scoop

There is always something happening downtown!

Restaurants & Dining • Shopping & Leisure • Spotlight • Outdoor Recreation

Win at REEL Love

Do you love Downtown Tempe? Show us and you can win $250! Downtown Tempe's REEL Love social media contest runs through August 31, 2025. Get the inside scoop and enter today!

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UNIQUE Indoor Experiences You Must Try

When it's too hot to handle, keep it cool with these indoor experiences. From potting plants, to creating a DIY souvenir, candle-making or even creating your own scented potion.

Restaurants & Dining

What Makes a Burger Sexy?

Sexy Burger is the newest (and sexiest) spot on Mill Ave. If you like fresh and locally sourced ingredients, then this is the place for you. Get the inside scoop on what makes their burgers so sexy.

What's Happening Downtown?

It's Easy to Get Around

Tempe TRiP combines parking availability, transportation options, optimal routes and click-to-pay in one single application with no download required.

Tempe Trip

Your First Look at Masala Maniac

Masala Maniac serves up authentic Indian Grub and they are located right on Mill Ave. Get an inside look at their restaurant and what makes them so special!

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Pardon Our Mess - Mill Ave Improvements Underway

Southbound Mill Avenue is currently closed to vehicular traffic from Fifth Street to University Drive for the Downtown Streetscape Improvement Project through August 8. But don’t worry—businesses are open, and pedestrian access remains available! Learn about the project that is currently underway, and how you can still support businesses this summer!

Read about the project

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