Downtown Tempe will transform into a vibrant corridor of color and activity as Tempe Blooms returns for its third annual two-day run, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, to Sunday, Jan. 25, along Mill Avenue.
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Sponsored by the Arizona Flower Market, Tempe Blooms features floral installations, live art, local vendors and creative programming woven throughout Downtown Tempe. More than 80,000 visitors are expected throughout the weekend.
“During the two days, floral and art combine into this immersive experience within the Downtown Tempe District where it is already walkable,” said Bethany Kennedy, Downtown Tempe’s director, strategic marketing and communications.
“It is enhanced through Tempe Blooms with these large-scale floral creations that are created by local florists.”
Twenty-one large-scale floral installations crafted from real botanicals will appear throughout Downtown Tempe on buildings, public spaces and near historic landmarks.
Created by local floral designers using flowers sourced through Arizona Flower Market, the installations transform the district into an open-air floral gallery and offer photo opportunities for guests to explore while highlighting the creativity of the local floral community.
“It’s such an amazing opportunity,” said Alexis Rigler with Arizona Flower Market.
“When it was presented to me, my mind was blown. We’ve always wanted to bring something to life in this way, but you need a strong team for it, right? This ended up being even more than we expected.”
In addition to the floral displays, Tempe Blooms will include live mural painting from 10 artists working across the district. Their pieces will develop over the course of the weekend, offering attendees a chance to watch the creative process unfold. Live music will be staged at multiple locations, with performances ranging from acoustic sets to small ensemble acts.
The Flowerful Market will see more than 60 local vendors offering handcrafted goods, art, floral-inspired products and botanically themed items. Arizona Flower Market’s “Build Your Own Bouquet Bar” will be available, alongside a curated selection of pre-made bouquets, forever roses, flower crowns and additional floral offerings for purchase.
Live music will be performed throughout Downtown Tempe across 10 locations, featuring four DJs and 16 rotating musicians. The performances will be spread across the district to enhance the experience as guests explore the floral installations, live art and participating businesses.
The Kids Area includes hands-on planting stations and educational programs focused on plant science.
Participating Downtown Tempe restaurants, bars and retailers will offer limited edition floral-inspired food, cocktails, mocktails and merchandise throughout the weekend, extending the Tempe Blooms experience into businesses across the district. Guests can look for the official “Stop Here” Tempe Blooms window poster to identify participating locations.
Downtown Tempe has more than 20,000 parking spaces available across the district. Valley Metro Light Rail makes a stop near the event at Third Street and Mill Avenue, and guests can park for free at 13 Park & Ride locations around the Valley. Visitors can also take advantage of $10 event parking at select garages. On-street parking is available throughout the district and is free on Sundays.
Information: downtowntempe.com/tempeblooms
