If you are searching for a little holiday magic this season, you’ve come to the right place. Downtown Tempe is your headquarters for holiday fun. We don’t just deck the halls; we light up the streets (and the lake), fill the district with cheer, and turn up the fun with festive events that officially kick off Thanksgiving weekend.

Downtown Tempe is modernizing on-street parking with the installation of new multi-space meters. These innovative kiosks manage multiple parking spaces through a single unit, replacing the outdated system of one meter per parking space.

Parking in Downtown Tempe doesn’t have to be a guessing game—it can actually be part of the fun (yes, really!). With so much to see, do, and explore, the last thing you want is to circle the block 20 times. Luckily, we’ve got this helpful, insider’s guide to make parking simple, stress-free, and dare I say, enjoyable. Whether you're a local or just visiting, here’s everything you need to know – from getting to and through the downtown district, to finding parking locations closest to your destination. Let’s get started!