ASU Move-In & Welcome Week Discounts in Downtown Tempe

Tacos, margs, and a live DJ? Yes, please! Rusty Taco is throwing an epic Back To School Fiesta to welcome you to the neighborhood. Grab your friends and enjoy incredible deals all night, including $2 Chips & Salsa, $3.99 Tacos, $5 Nachos, $5 Margs, $12 Marg Pitchers, and $3-$5 Beers. They are also hosting a "Best Fiesta Dressed Contest" where the top three winners will score Rusty Taco gift cards ($100, $50, and $25). Come hungry, dress to impress, and kick off the semester right!

Details: Back To School Fiesta is Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 5 PM to Midnight. Must be 21+ to drink. Offers cannot be combined with other discounts.

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Welcome Sun Devils! Start your semester in style with 20% off your purchase when you show a valid high school or college Student ID at checkout. To claim the discount, you must be a UO rewards member (if you aren't, they can easily sign you up at the register!). Plus, during Move-In Weekend, they are opening EARLY at 10 AM. Every $50 spent gets you a raffle ticket for an Urban Outfitters Giftcard and a Sun Devil Swag Bag, and they are giving away free Class of 2030 Tote bags while supplies last!

Details: 20% off starts August 11. Move-in weekend activations run August 15-16. Excludes gift cards and sale items ending in .99. Cannot be combined with other offers.

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Need the perfect home base for Sun Devil families? Sonesta Select has comfortable rooms, a coffee bar, an outdoor pool, and great amenities right by the ASU campus and Downtown Tempe! Book online at sonesta.com with code 2TEMPEGO for a special rate during ASU Move-In.

Details: Offer valid August 11 - 24, 2026.

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Gear up for game day at the ultimate locally-owned Sun Devil shop! Cactus Sports is throwing a Back to School BOGO Sale where all clearance items are buy one, get one 1/2 off (second item must be of equal or lesser value). Even better, grab your ASU Big XII Champs Locker Room Hat, Big XII Champion Locker Room Tee MRN, and Championship Heavyweight LR Tee GLD for just $10 each!

Details: Offer valid August 11 - 20, 2026.

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Elevate your campus fits with some amazing vintage and upcycled finds! Take 20% off your ENTIRE purchase of pre-loved clothing at Lizard Head Trading Company. Just show your student ID at checkout to claim your discount.

Details: Offer valid August 10 - 31, 2026. (50¢ & $1 mystery jewelry excluded).

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Late-night study sessions call for the best slices in town. Show your student ID and get 10% off your entire order of Prince Street's legendary pizza!

Details: Offer starts August 6, 2026. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

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Shop Local and start the school year on the right foot! The Shoe Mill is running a Welcome Back offer for all ASU students, parents, and faculty. Get $10 off any purchase of $30 or more.

Details: Offer valid August 3 - 31, 2026. $30 minimum purchase, 1 coupon per visit, limitations apply.

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Stay fueled and refreshed between classes! Pure Green is offering a delicious Tuesday Student Special Menu to help you power through your week. Stop by and grab one of their signature, nutrient-packed student smoothies for just $5. It's the perfect healthy pick-me-up for those hot Valley days!

Details: Valid on Tuesdays for in-store purchases only. Must show a valid Student ID.

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Fuel up for those early morning classes or weekend study sessions at Daily Jam! They are giving ASU students with 15% off your order all year long. Plus, during Welcome Week, you can score a free half waffle to go with your meal. Don't forget to sign up for their Loyalty program for a $5 reward, and keep them in mind for half-off coffee during midterms and finals.

Details: Free half waffle promotion runs Monday-Friday from August 17 - 28, 2026. The 15% off is an ongoing offer starting August 14, 2026. Midterm and finals half-off coffee deals apply to both semesters. Must show a valid ASU Student ID.

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Start your week right and destress with some friendly competition! Snakes & Lattes is hosting ASU Mondays. Grab your friends, order some amazing food and drinks, and you can play from their massive library of board games for FREE when you make a $20 purchase. It is the perfect way to unwind off-campus!

Details: Offer valid Mondays only from August 24 - December 28, 2026. Not available on holidays. Must show a valid ASU Student ID.

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ASU Move In Special!

Show your ASU ID and get 10% off plants. Don't have your ID yet? Bring your mom. She counts too!

Grab a coffee from Window Coffee Bar first and get 10% off your plant purchase. Then take your receipt back to them for 10% off a drink or treat.

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Welcome Sun Devils! First day of class is 8/20 so swing by for this one day happy hour special! 

Swing in 3PM- 6PM for half priced smoothies!

Looking for the perfect artisan pastry before an early lecture or a fresh loaf of sourdough for your new apartment? Proof Bread has you covered! They are welcoming the ASU community to the neighborhood with a 10% discount on your entire purchase. Just flash your ASU ID at checkout to score your savings. (Psst... this deal isn't just for students—ASU Faculty gets 10% off their total purchase, too, so make sure to tell your favorite professors!).

Details: 10% off is an ongoing offer starting August 15, 2026. Must show a valid ASU Student or Faculty ID.

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Nothing beats tacos after a long day of moving in or studying! Taco Chelo is serving up incredible food, amazing vibes, and a 10% student discount on your order. While the student discount doesn't apply during Happy Hour, you definitely won't want to miss their epic Hora Feliz! Happy hour runs every single day from 4 PM to 6 PM, and ALL DAY on Tuesdays, featuring unbeatable deals on both food and drinks.

Details: 10% off is an ongoing offer starting August 14, 2026. Student discount does not apply during happy hour. Must show a valid ASU Student ID.

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Looking for a wardrobe refresh that won't drain your bank account? This locally-owned shop is the ultimate destination for edgy, custom pieces and student-friendly prices. Knee Deep is celebrating Welcome Week with a Buy 2, Get 1 Free deal on their amazing t-shirts and tank tops. Whether you are hunting for the perfect custom-printed shirt or a standout statement piece, the hottest boutique in Downtown Tempe has everything you need to show off your unique style on campus this semester!

Details: Buy 2, get 1 free on t-shirts and tank tops. Must show a valid Student ID.

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