Tempe Festival of the Arts is a large, free outdoor festival in downtown Tempe, Arizona, featuring hundreds of artists, live entertainment on multiple stages, and a wide array of food and beverages. Thousands of visitors browse more than 350 artist booths and 400+ exhibitors along Mill Avenue, creating a lively celebration of visual and performing arts. The event highlights the local arts scene with diverse entertainment across two stages, drawing community and regional crowds to downtown Tempe.