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The Tempe Festival of the Arts is a beloved community event that has been taking place in Tempe for over 50 years. It is held annually in early December and early to mid-March and is one of the oldest festivals in the Southwest. The festival has become a point of pride for Tempe and a favorite of residents and visitors. Guests can enjoy art from over 350 artists nationwide, local music, a Kids Block, and various food options on the historic Mill Avenue. This urban fine art festival consistently ranks among the Top 100 Classic & Contemporary Craft Shows in the nation by Sunshine Artist magazine. It has been honored with the prestigious Pinnacle Award from the International Festival and Events Association. The spring and fall events each attract nearly 225,000 visitors to Downtown Tempe throughout a 3-day weekend.

Fort McDowell Adventures offers a variety of western adventures for groups of all sizes and any occasion. Located on the historic 25,000-acre Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation just minutes from Mesa, the adventures include City Slicker Cattle Drive, Segway tours in the desert, kayaking or riding the trail along the Verde River, and Jeep tours through Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation. Whether you want to enjoy a trail ride through the ever-flowing Verde River, experience a city-slicker cattle drive, or take a hay wagon ride, there are plenty of options. You can also explore the desert from a Segway, mountain bike, river raft, kayak, or Green Zebra TomCat Cart.

Detours American West has provided single-day and multi-day tours in Arizona and the Southwest. Their guides drive guests in a fleet of luxury SUVs and custom high-roof touring vans, offering safe, comfortable, and stylish ways to explore the best destinations in the Southwest. The carefully selected tour guides are highly experienced and passionate trip leaders with one common goal—sharing this stunning region with visitors worldwide. Whether you’re from New York or New Zealand, the tour guides can’t wait to show you why the Southwest is such a special place. Whether you want to escape with just your family or a particular group or wish to journey with new friends, Detours American West offers several ways to accommodate all travel styles. From private tours to public day tours and overnight adventures to tailor-made trips for the most discerning traveler, we are ready to make your next vacation unforgettable.