There are new street kiosks throughout Mill Avenue District updated with the latest information about businesses, events, and more!

Be sure to check out the new QR Code--use your smartphone to get connected to the millavenue.com mobile site.

Fumbling in your cup holder for loose change will be a thing of the past as Downtown Tempe has launched a trial program offering a credit card swipe mechanism on parking meters along Mill Avenue. The minimum charge to utilize the credit card swipe feature is  $1.50 which allows for 1 hour of parking time and $2 allows for 1 hour 20 minutes which is the current parking time limit.

In addition to the credit card payment feature, there are many benefits to the new parking meters which are solar powered to eliminate battery usage. The meters will be functioning on a trial basis for the next 90 days to determine popularity and if the trial proves successful, expansion of the meters to other locations throughout Mill Avenue District will be implemented. Those who use the meters during the trial period and wish to offer feedback are encouraged to contact Adam Jones at Downtown Tempe Community at 480-355-6060

With American society in decay, railroad magnate Dagny Taggart begins to notice the mysterious disappearance of the world's leading artists, businessmen and thinkers. While struggling to keep her business afloat despite an economic crisis marked by collectivism and groupthink, Dagny soon discovers the truth about an organized "strike" against those who use the force of law and moral guilt to confiscate the accomplishments of society's productive members.

Check www.harkinstheatres.com for  

Valley Art showtimes

Tempe Live! Theatre is Tempe's only non-profit, all volunteer theatrical production company, TLT is "theater of, for, and by the community." It was founded by people who love live theater in order to offer the community a low-cost, alternative cultural venue for education and entertainment.

TLT has traditionally produced four plays each year - one representing each genre - drama, comedy, musical and mystery. Over the last few years, the focus has been on classic comedies and popular musicals in order to build an audience base. TLT serves to deliver the excitement of affordable, quality live theater to all residents of the East Valley and the metropolitan Phoenix Area.

TLT's Spring production is called "Getting Sara Married"  featuring Sara Hastings, an unmarried lawyer in her mid-thirties, much too busy to get involved in any romance. Her nosy Aunt Martha has decided to take matters into her own hands and find Sara a 'good' husband.

Visit www.tempelivetheater.org  

for performance dates and times.

If you made it out for Third Thursday you may have seen models strutting their stuff with paparazzi flash bulbs lighting up the streets. It was a great night on Mill Ave. with one of the models even sporting a candy dress and posing with eager fans.

There was candy apples, psychic readings, and even a hilarious bride milling around with prize giveaways.

The next Third Thursday is May 19, then we will take a short break until the Fall.   

If you haven't checked out Third Thursday yet - it's worth a look.

Blue Planet, the highly praised & publicized, LA-based environmental & animal welfare film festival is set to launch in Phoenix May 12-15 and will be an annual event thereafter.

Film lineup includes more than a dozen World and US Premieres.

CLICK HERE to see film schedule

At Madcap, fest-themed vendor booths will include handmade jewelry of animal figures, animal photographs for sale, rescues with adoptable rats, ducks, dogs, and cats, and will be on site all weekend. Organizations like CarbonFund.org and the Sierra Club will show attendees how to live well with a smaller eco-footprint.

Blue Planet is famous for having the vegan candy counter in the world! The Snack Bar is located in the Blue Lounge and features vegan gourmet snacks like chocolate covered walnuts, organic popcorn popped in walnut oil, and vegan s'mores with handmade marshmallows and fresh chocolate. Also included in the price of admission are delicious lunch & dinner gourmet vegan buffets catered by local vegan restaurants in the phoenix area to show how there's no compromise in taste and variety to be vegan these days!

Unique to Blue Planet are post-screening, audience interactive events that connect with issues in the films. This year the fest will highlight horses as the animal welfare focus, and water conservation for the environmental, both in films, like "Leaf the Wild Mustang, " and "Running Dry" and post-screening activities. Water conservation events, sponsored by SRP www.TogetherWeConserve.com will include the Human Faucet, Tap Water Test, and several hands-on, drought-resistant garden workshops free with the price of admission!

Visit www.madcaptheaters.com for more info

Opening: Childsplay: "The Borrowers" @ Tempe Little Theatre

The Clock family, possibly the last of the Borrowers, live under the floorboards and survive by "borrowing" what they need from the "human beans" who live above them.

Wednesday May 4  

Walk-In Wednesdays Open Mic with Walt Richardson @ Tempe Center for the Arts

All musicians are welcome. Food and beverage available from Santa Barbara Catering.

Thursday May 5  

Carolyn Eynon Singers @ Tempe Little Theatre

Guest soprano Yolanda Rhodes joins 24 singers presenting "Songs of the American Spirit." 

Friday May 6   

Captain Squeegee & The MCC Big Band @ MADCAP Theaters

You will never show like this again... unless you time travel.

Rubber @ MADCAP Theaters

RUBBER is a smart, funny and wholly original tribute to the cinematic concept of "no reason." 

Saturday May 7   

Rio Salado Triathlon @ Tempe Beach Park

The first annual IronGear Sports Rio Salado Triathlon at Tempe Town Lake.

Rubber @ MADCAP Theaters

RUBBER is a smart, funny and wholly original tribute to the cinematic concept of "no reason." 

Tempe Women's Triathlon

Women's triathlon taking place on May 7th from 5 am- 12 pm at the Tempe Beach Park.

Sunday May 8  

Closing: Billy Elliot The Musical @ ASU Gammage

The story follows Billy as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, discovering a surprising passion that inspires his family and his whole community.

Wednesday May 11  

Walk-In Wednesdays Open Mic with Walt Richardson @ Tempe Center for the Arts

All musicians are welcome. Food and beverage available from Santa Barbara Catering.

Thursday May 12  

1ST ANNUAL BLUE PLANET FILM FEST ARIZONA! @ MADCAP Theaters

Blue Planet, the highly praised & publicized, LA-based environmental & animal welfare film festival is set to launch in Phoenix May 12-15 and will be an annual event thereafter.

Friday May 13  

A Serbian Film @ MADCAP Theaters

Aware of his financial problems, Layla introduces Milos to Vukmir - a mysterious, menacing and politically powerful figure in the pornographic business.

Opening: Tempe Little Theatre: "Getting Sara Married" @ Tempe Arts Park

An unmarried lawyer in her mid-30s is much too busy to get involved in any romance. Her aunt has decided to take matters into her own hands and find her a husband.

1ST ANNUAL BLUE PLANET FILM FEST ARIZONA! @ MADCAP Theaters

Blue Planet, the highly praised & publicized, LA-based environmental & animal welfare film festival is set to launch in Phoenix May 12-15 and will be an annual event thereafter.

Saturday May 14  

A Serbian Film @ MADCAP Theaters

Aware of his financial problems, Layla introduces Milos to Vukmir - a mysterious, menacing and politically powerful figure in the pornographic business.

International Triathlon @ Tempe Beach Park

The Tempe International Triathlon is the only event in the spring where everybody shows up and is a great chance to race your competition, your friends and neighbors and everybody else who shows up.

1ST ANNUAL BLUE PLANET FILM FEST ARIZONA! @ MADCAP Theaters

Blue Planet, the highly praised & publicized, LA-based environmental & animal welfare film festival is set to launch in Phoenix May 12-15 and will be an annual event thereafter.

Sunday May 15  

International Triathlon @ Tempe Beach Park

The Tempe International Triathlon is the only event in the spring where everybody shows up and is a great chance to race your competition, your friends and neighbors and everybody else who shows up.

1ST ANNUAL BLUE PLANET FILM FEST ARIZONA! @ MADCAP Theaters

Blue Planet, the highly praised & publicized, LA-based environmental & animal welfare film festival is set to launch in Phoenix May 12-15 and will be an annual event thereafter.

Tuesday May 17  

Opening: Mamma Mia! @ ASU Gammage

MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. 

Performance with a View: Sherry Finzer and Radiant Sky @ Tempe Center for the Arts

Flautist Sherry Finzer and her trio Radiant Sky with John Calvert on guitar and Jason Wiedman on percussion perform a variety of world, new age and Latin jazz music by Caliendo, Lezcano, Piazzola, Gomez and more.

Wednesday May 18  

Walk-In Wednesdays Open Mic with Walt Richardson @ Tempe Center for the Arts

All musicians are welcome. Food and beverage available from Santa Barbara Catering.

Thursday May 19   

Third Thursday 

See what happens this Third Thursday! 

Friday May 20  

Opening: Abraham Lincoln's Big, Gay Dance Party by Aaron Loeb @ Stray Cat Theatre

Hailed BEST OF THEATRE 2009 by Backstage, a huge critical and audience hit at the NY Fringe Festival and in San Francisco, and enjoying an Off-Broadway run this fall, Stray Cat proudly brings this razor-sharp satirical smash to the Valley.

THE CHRISTIAN JACOB TRIO @ Tempe Center for the Arts

Jazz pianist,Christian Jacob with his trio; Trey Henry on bass and drummer, Ray Brinker. 

Saturday May 21  

Phoenix Fear Con IV -Horror Film Festival @ MADCAP Theaters

Phoenix Fear Con IV is the 4th annual Phoenix Fear Film Festival and convention. 

Sunday May 22  

Closing: Childsplay: "The Borrowers" @ Tempe Little Theatre

The Clock family, possibly the last of the Borrowers, live under the floorboards and survive by "borrowing" what they need from the "human beans" who live above them.

Great Strides Walk @ Tempe Beach Park

Walk day is a fun, family-oriented celebration that includes a healthy walk, Kids' Corner activities, food, and festivities that participants look forward to year after year.

Closing: Mamma Mia! @ ASU Gammage

MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. 

Sunday May 29  

Closing: Tempe Little Theatre: "Getting Sara Married" @ Tempe Arts Park

An unmarried lawyer in her mid-30s is much too busy to get involved in any romance. Her aunt has decided to take matters into her own hands and find her a husband.

Tuesday May 31  

All About Dance @ Tempe Center for the Arts

All About Dance offers an exciting, positive learning experience for dancers three years of age to adult. 

Ongoing Events

Through 7/1/2011: Made by Hand

"Made by Hand" is an exhibition celebrating Arizona's long history of artists working in fine arts crafts. 

310 S. Mill Avenue

Tempe, Arizona

85281

480-355-6060