Fun in the sun accentuates the excitement and spirit
you’ll find in Tempe. The city is packed with history,
culture, shopping, dining, nightlife, sports and special
events. Treat yourself to an NFL
Arizona Cardinals game, have a shopping spree at
Arizona Mills or Arizona's only
IKEA, kayak on Tempe Town Lake, enjoy a Broadway
performance at
ASU's
Gammage Auditorium, hike in the picturesque Papago
Park or simply lounge by the pool. It is all here for
you to enjoy.
Arts &
Culture
Tempe's status as a
university town has created a welcoming environment for
artistic expression. Whether you prefer contemporary
art, live music from up and coming bands,
art festivals, Broadway shows or performance art,
Tempe fits the bill. By day, view works of art by the
likes of Georgia O'Keefe. By night, have your pick of
Mediterranean, Mexican, Thai or American cuisines before
you attend a stellar performance at a Frank Lloyd
Wright-designed masterpiece, ASU's
Gammage Auditorium . Top off the evening by sipping
coffee at a sidewalk café, while listening to local
musicians.
Sports &
Outdoor Activities
Tempe's outdoor activities
and sporting events add to Tempe's dynamic lifestyle. We
are home to the NFL
Arizona Cardinals, the
Tostitos Fiesta Bowl and all of the intercollegiate
athletics at
Arizona State University. Tempe hosts the
Angels Major League Baseball Spring Training games
at
Tempe Diablo Stadium. Tempe has numerous parks,
soccer fields, lighted tennis courts, pools, golf
courses and our own two-mile urban oasis,
Tempe Town Lake. Get up and go to Tempe!
Shopping
Tempe has a kaleidoscope of shopping choices from
nationally known department stores to outlets and
specialty boutiques. A unique shopping experience awaits
you along downtown
Tempe’s Mill Avenue. This area is filled with gifts,
jewelry, souvenirs, clothing, footwear and specialty
shops. You can also enjoy a variety of shopping
experiences beyond the downtown area.
Arizona Mills or, Arizona’s largest value-oriented
mall, boasts more than 175 shops, restaurants and
entertainment venues under one roof. If you're shopping
for beautiful, functional items for your home at the
lowest possible price, don't miss Arizona's only
IKEA located in Southern Tempe.
Rated "FOUR STAR" by Golf Digest's "Best Places to Play", this par
72, Pete Dye Scottish links design boasts exceptional playing conditions
year round. Sun Devil Clubhouse is home to award-winning Trophy Room
Restaurant. The Trophy services contemporary Southwestern cusine and is
open for breakfast, lunch and specializes in special events. Banquet
facilities available for groups of 30-200.
Ken McDonald Golf Course
Municipal 18-hole championship golf course, lighted driving range,
fully equipped golf pro shop and Bogie's Clubhouse restaurant. Golf
instruction available; Jennifer Marsh, Facility Manager; Eric Kulinna,
Director of Instruction.
Fun in the sun accentuates the excitement and spirit
you’ll find in Tempe. The city is packed with history,
culture, shopping, dining, nightlife, sports and special
events. Treat yourself to an NFL
Tempe has a kaleidoscope of shopping choices from
nationally known department stores to outlets and
specialty boutiques. A unique shopping experience awaits
you along downtown
