The Tempe Festival of the Arts is one of my absolute favorite spring time events in the valley. Downtown Tempe is lined up with over 150 street vendors mixed with artists, yard art company's and food trucks. I really lucked out for my shopping experience this year. I came came looking to spice up my back yard visually and WOW I was not let down. I found company selling desert cactus & plant metal yard art which looked almost identical to the real thing so of coarse I'm ordering. The Asian gong was an amazing find for the price and coolness of it. Beautiful coloring and only $450 can't you believe it. However the gem of the street fair was finding a fire pit table that can be custom designed. I can't wait to have this amazing fire pit for my deck for the summer.
If your stomach is grumbling well that means your hungry and you'll find lots of options for food and beverage. Plus all the local restaurants & bars are open serving your needs as well. You'll just need to walk around cause the vendors are spread through out the festival. Ok, Franks tip of the day and that's pay to park. You'll be able to find a few parking buildings and it's only $10, it's well worth it to pay to play.
Well, that's my story and I hope you enjoy the festival if you come down.