City of Tempe, AZ
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CALENDARS
There’s so much to explore and do in Tempe, like recreation on Tempe Town Lake, live concerts, premiere culture experiences, and more. Peruse the calendars below to find what calls to you.
ANYTIME FUN!
In addition to events, the city offers many opportunities to play a sport, take a swim, get involved, try out a new hobby and have fun.
Parks + Recreation
Tempe offers more than 50 parks, three lakes for fishing, fun classes to keep you fit, exciting summer camps, free family community events, pools, recreation centers and more. Enjoy Tempe Town Lake on your kayak, stand-up paddleboard, sailboat or canoe. Don't have a watercraft? Check out one of the many rental offerings.
Bikes + Trails
Tempe is one of the leading bike communities in the country with over 220 miles of bikeways. The city is Bicycle Friendly Gold Certified. Grab your bike, rent a scooter, climb A Mountain, then enjoy a cool beverage or meal at a Mill Avenue stop.
Volunteering
Lend a helping hand. Connect to your community by volunteering. Sign up to give an occasional ride to a senior or read to a local kid. For some ideas to get you started visit tempe.gov/volunteer or tempeaction.org.
Arts + Culture
See a show, take a class or visit an exhibit or gallery in Tempe! Explore all of the creative and cultural experiences the city has to offer at Tempe Center for the Arts, Tempe History Museum and Edna Vihel Arts Center. View art across the city through Tempe Public Art or engage with art for all ages through Tempe Community Arts programs. Plus, check out shows and concerts and music venues across the city.
Stay informed
Stay current with your community: read Tempe newsletters, door hangers and postcards; follow us on social; attend neighborhood and city meetings. Tempe values input from community members. Look for projects where you can provide feedback or join a board or commission, topics range from transportation to parks and recreation to sustainability.