# Best Art Events in Tempe

- **Subtitle**: From open streets to intimate readings, the creative side of Tempe up close
- **Category**: Art
- **Display Name**: Arts events
- **Type**: category

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## About

Art in Tempe is not hiding in white-walled galleries, it is out in the streets, parks, and odd corners of old houses. Open Streets Tempe is the clearest example. The city hands whole stretches of road back to people on foot and on bikes, and the result feels like a walking sketchbook. You get murals, pop up makers, chalk art under your shoes, and that nice moment where you realize half the crowd is actually local artists checking out each other’s work.

Then there is Eisendrath House, which is the opposite energy: slow, historic, and a little haunting in the best way. The Saturday Open House turns this restored adobe into a living time capsule, where the architecture, the desert views, and the small details all read like an art installation that just happens to be real life. It is the kind of place Tempe people quietly recommend to friends who are into spaces and stories as much as paintings.

If your version of the best art in Tempe involves kids and paint on everything, Free Art Friday: Wiggles & Wheels is your scene. It leans fully into messy creativity, with little ones rolling, stamping, and scribbling their way through projects while parents get a rare moment to breathe and chat. It feels more like a laid back creative club than a class, which is exactly why regulars keep coming back.

And for anyone who likes their art loud, sweaty, and crowd-surfed, Marquee Theatre and Tempe Beach Park carry a lot of the visual culture in this town. Shows like Slightly Stoopid or Ari Lennox at Marquee are technically concerts, but the stage design, lighting, posters, and crowd style all add to Tempe’s art identity. On the quieter end of the spectrum, Private Tarot & Oracle Card with Crystals Readings with LYNN taps into a more mystical, one on one vibe, where the visuals are cards, crystals, and ritual. Together, these are the art events in Tempe that actually shape the scene, not just decorate it.

Quick picks for art in Tempe:
• Open Streets Tempe: Street level creativity with locals running the show
• Eisendrath House Saturday Open House: Historic architecture as living art
• Free Art Friday: Wiggles & Wheels: Low pressure, high mess creative play
• Slightly Stoopid in Tempe at Marquee Theatre: Loud, visual, and full of character
• Ari Lennox at Marquee Theatre: Big voice, big atmosphere, strong design details
• Private Tarot & Oracle Card with Crystals Readings with LYNN: Intimate, ritual based visual storytelling

## Art Events in Tempe

- **Event Name**: Theory of a Deadman at Marquee Theatre
  - **Date**: Wed Sep 16 2026 (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/theory-of-a-deadman-at-marquee-theatre/2400030144056443
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Ryan Castro at Marquee Theatre
  - **Date**: Wed Sep 30 2026 at 08:30 pm – Wed Sep 30 2026 at 10:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/ryan-castro-at-marquee-theatre/2400030215534645
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: The Green at Marquee Theatre
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Thu Sep 24 2026 (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/the-green-at-marquee-theatre/2400030142034829
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: From First to Last at Marquee Theatre
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/from-first-to-last-at-marquee-theatre/2400030609547926
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: D Savage at Marquee Theatre
  - **Date**: Sun Sep 20 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun Sep 20 2026 at 10:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/d-savage-at-marquee-theatre/2400030573852640
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Arch Enemy at Marquee Theatre
  - **Date**: Tue Oct 06 2026 at 06:15 pm – Tue Oct 06 2026 at 08:15 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/arch-enemy-at-marquee-theatre/2400030124211625
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: The Aquabats at Marquee Theatre
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Oct 09 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/the-aquabats-at-marquee-theatre/2400030481810601
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Arch Enemy and The Black Dahlia Murder
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Marquee Theatre - Tempe, AZ
🏠 Address: 730 North Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281
🌆 City: Tempe
📍 Location: 33.4369, -111.944🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Arch Enemy and The Black Dahlia Murder, the most anticipated gathering of the sea
  - **Date**: Tue Oct 06 2026 at 06:00 pm – Tue Oct 06 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/arch-enemy-and-the-black-dahlia-murder/3200030186445256
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre - Tempe, AZ
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Candlebox - Can't Quit You Tour, Fall 2026
  - **Description**: THIS SHOW IS GENERAL ADMISSION. BALCONY SECTION IS 21+. BALCONY SEAT TICKET MUST BE PURCHASED FOR SEATING. NO SEATS ON THE MAIN FLOOR. STANDING ROOM ONLY. NO REFUNDS/ EXCHANGES UNLESS HEADLINER CANCELS. ALL TICKET SALES ARE SUBJECT TO SERVICE FEES. PARKIN
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  - **Date**: Sun Oct 04 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/candlebox-cant-quit-you-tour-fall-2026/200030502067404
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Soulfly - D-LOW Memorial Show at Marquee Theatre
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 15 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu Oct 15 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/soulfly-d-low-memorial-show-at-marquee-theatre/2400030481574335
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art
- **Event Name**: Ryan Castro
  - **Date**: Tue Sep 29 2026 at 05:00 pm – Wed Sep 30 2026 at 10:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/ryan-castro/2300030224918549
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre - AZ
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Soulfly: Tribal Technology Tour
  - **Description**: Soulfly

Venue: Marquee Theatre
Tempe, AZ

Date: Oct 15, 2026 - 05:30 PM
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 15 2026 at 05:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/soulfly-tribal-technology-tour/200030678620739
  - **Venue**: Tempe, Arizona
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Death From Above 1979
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sun Oct 11 2026 at 10:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/death-from-above-1979/2300030142085032
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre - AZ
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Death From Above 1979 at Marquee Theatre
  - **Date**: Sun Oct 11 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun Oct 11 2026 at 10:00 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/death-from-above-1979-at-marquee-theatre/2400030067427640
  - **Venue**: Marquee Theatre
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Penn Cole: Burn of the Everflame
  - **Description**: Join internationally bestselling author Penn Cole, celebrating the highly anticipated release of her never-before-published final book.About this EventJoin internationally bestselling author Penn Cole, cel
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 18 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Sep 18 2026 at 10:30 pm (-07:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/tempe/penn-cole-burn-of-the-everflame/100001991248078606
  - **Venue**: Changing Hands Bookstore
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  - **Price**: USD 39
  - **Categories**: art, literary-art

## Trending Events in Tempe

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  - **Description**: We’ll be learning to paint this magical, mystical manifestor at a fun, friendly Paint Party!As you add the stars, strands and other adornments – you can infuse them with your own intention.Customize the background and details
  - **Venue**: Painting Friends Studio in Sozo Healing House
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- **Event Name**: Paint Your Pet! (or something else) Paint Party
  - **Description**: Get ready to paint your Furry BFF 🎨🐾Send me a well-lit photo of your pet and I'll pre-outline your canvas!No pet? No problem - still come paint with us. Go to facebook.com/PaintingFriends to find what you'd like to paint &amp
  - **Venue**: Sozo Healing House
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- **Event Name**: Pumpkin Spice Latte Paint Party
  - **Description**: Paint your favorite drink& get into a cozy fall mood!Select the type of drink you will paint & how you want to adorn itCustomize the background, drink and details to your own artistic style$40 incl
  - **Venue**: Painting Friends Studio in Sozo Healing House
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- **Event Name**: Boney Bouquet Paint Party
  - **Description**: Give yourself a (boney) hand for painting this bizarre bouquet Choose your own flower colors and elements Customize the background and details to your own artistic style$40 includes 8×10 canvas (pre-outlined), paints,
  - **Venue**: Painting Friends Studio in Sozo Healing House
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- **Event Name**: Tempe LOVE Scavenger Hunt for Couples Date Night!!
  - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/-2gjHn9I0_cCITY L
  - **Venue**: Recommended scavenger starting point or other city spot of your choice! (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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  - **Venue**: ASU Gammage
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  - **Venue**: Talking Stick Resort & Casino
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  - **Description**: Join us for a mesmerizing evening at "The Phantom of the Opera"! 🎭 Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of music, drama, and romance. Don't miss this timeless classic brought to life on stage. Reserve your tickets now at the link below, and experience
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Art events in Tempe?
  - **A:** Theory of a Deadman at Marquee Theatre (Wed Sep 16 2026 at Marquee Theatre), Ryan Castro at Marquee Theatre (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 08:30 pm at Marquee Theatre), The Green at Marquee Theatre (Thu Sep 24 2026 at Marquee Theatre), From First to Last at Marquee Theatre (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:00 pm at Marquee Theatre), D Savage at Marquee Theatre (Sun Sep 20 2026 at 08:00 pm at Marquee Theatre).
- **Q**: What Art events are happening in Tempe in September 2026?
  - **A:** Theory of a Deadman at Marquee Theatre (Wed Sep 16 2026 at Marquee Theatre), Ryan Castro at Marquee Theatre (Wed Sep 30 2026 at 08:30 pm at Marquee Theatre), The Green at Marquee Theatre (Thu Sep 24 2026 at Marquee Theatre), D Savage at Marquee Theatre (Sun Sep 20 2026 at 08:00 pm at Marquee Theatre), Ryan Castro (Tue Sep 29 2026 at 05:00 pm at Marquee Theatre - AZ).
- **Q**: How can I find Art events in Tempe?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Art events in Tempe on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Art events in Tempe?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Art events in Tempe?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Art events in Tempe include Marquee Theatre, Marquee Theatre - Tempe, AZ, Marquee Theatre - AZ.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Art events in Tempe?
  - **A:** Prices for Art events in Tempe range from USD 39 to USD 39. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Art events in Tempe?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Art events in Tempe include Vivid Events, Seat Geek, Luckyman Concerts.
- **Q**: Are there any online Art events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Art events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Art events in Tempe?
  - **A:** Follow the Art category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Art events are listed in Tempe.

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