Tempe Festival of the Arts has a 50+ year history in Tempe and takes place in early December and early to mid-March each year.  It is one of the oldest festivals in the Southwest. The festival has grown to become a Tempe point of pride and a favorite of our residents and visitors. Guests enjoy artists from around the country, local music, a Kids Block and many great food options - all located on the streets of historic Mill Avenue.

Artist Booths

Food Trucks

Entertainment

Beer & Wine 

Festival Entertainment

The festival presents well-known local and regional music at multiple locations throughout the event. More than two dozen street entertainers are on-site for your enjoyment. You’ll find henna artists, musicians, magicians, caricature artists, along with other fun entertainment.

The Bluegrass Experience with Jam Pak

Contagiously fun pickin’ and grinnin’ by the award-winning childrens music group and others! All day jamming! That’s what bluegrass is all about so come on over. There will be instruments on hand or bring your own. Everyone is welcome to join in the Bluegrass Experience fun! On 7th St and Mill Ave.

Henna Shoppe

Henna art from top local merchant. On Mill next to the Valley Art.

Photo Booth

Stop by and take some photos with your friends and families at our free photo booth hosted by Pajarita Creative. The photo booth is located on the east side of Mill Ave between 5th St. and 6th. St.

Kids Block & Atomic Balloons

Head over to Kid's Block on Saturday and Sunday. We are featuring to a one of kind zany one man show called "Dangerously Fun Juggling" by James R. Juggler. Check program for showtimes throughout the weekend.

Kid's Block will also feature Atomic Balloons on Saturday and Sunday. Several designs to choose from. Come pick your favorite. Free to all.

Schedule:

The Bluegrass Experience W/jam Pak at 7th & Mill

Friday

10:00am - 5:30pm - All Day Jam Pak Community Jam

12:00am - 2:00pm - Igor and The Jam - Jam Leaders

Saturday

10:00am - 11:00am -  Jam Pak Blues 'N' Grass Neighborhood Band

11:00am - 12:00pm - Valley Sounds with Jaden Kennhy

12:00pm - 1:00pm - Scotty and the Rented Mules

1:00pm - 2:00pm - The Crumpled Bills Kin of Jam Pak

2:00pm - 3:00pm - Cabin John

3:00pm - 4:00pm - Three Angstrom Flat - Will Vincent + Hudson Everett

4:00pm - 5:30pm - Cisco and the Racecars

Sunday

10:00am - 11:00am - Jam Pak

11:00am - 12:00pm - The Macadamia Nuts

12:00pm - 1:00pm - Three Legged Dog

1:00pm - 2:00pm - FRESH APPLES

2:00pm - 3:00pm - Fair Black Rose

3:00pm - 4:30pm - Mighty Good Jam

Records & Rhythms

Friday

10:00am - 12:00pm - Mitch Freedom

12:00pm - 2:00pm - Leonard Sandwich

2:00pm - 4:00pm - Nano

4:00pm - 5:00pm - J-Me Lee

Saturday

10:00am - 12:00pm - Grassy Noel

12:00pm - 2:00pm - Apetight

2:00pm - 3:30pm - Aaron Lim

4:00pm - 5:00pm - AZ Rhythm Connection

Sunday

10:00am - 12:00pm - Matty Rob

12:00pm - 2:00pm - Jordan Rowley

2:00pm - 3:30pm - Layton

4:00pm - 5:00pm - AZ Rhythm Connection

Unplugged Lounge at 5th & Mill

Friday

10:30am - 12:30pm - Chris Garcia

1:00pm - 3:00pm - Rocking Acoustic Duo

3:30pm - 5:30pm - Wyves Duo

Saturday

10:30am - 12:30pm - Grand Canyon Woodwind Trio

1:00pm - 3:00pm - Chad Rubin Duo

3:30pm - 5:30pm - Southwest Diamond Duo

Sunday

10:30am - 12:30pm - Russell Alan

1:00pm - 3:00pm - Yan the Man

3:30pm - 5:30pm - Lisa Liz

Centerpoint Stage

Friday

10:00am - 11:30am - Rideshare Jazz

12:00pm - 1:30pm - Gustavo Angeles Band

2:00pm - 3:30pm - Jimmy Pines and Washboard Jere

4:00pm - 5:30pm - People Who Could Fly

Saturday

10:00am - 11:30am - Groove Machine

12:00pm - 1:30pm - Walt Richardson and Friends

2:00pm - 3:30pm - Ritmo Latino

4:00pm - 5:30pm - Ruta Verbana

Sunday

10:00am - 11:30am - Lost In The Sun

12:00pm - 1:30pm - Joey Gutos Band

2:00pm - 3:30pm - Nicki Park Band

4:00pm - 5:30pm - Medio Pinto

Urban Art Experience 

Friday

10:00am - 5:00pm - Syn DJs

Saturday

10:00am - 5:00pm - Syn DJs

Sunday

10:00am - 5:00pm - Syn DJs

Admission: Free

Date: March 8 - 10, 2024

Time: 10am - 5:30pm

Location: Downtown Tempe

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