Name: Arizona Craft Beer Fest
Start: 2026-10-31
End: 2026-10-31

Class Dismissed. Fun Begins. Welcome to Recess, where grown-up playtime meets your favorite schoolyard vibes. Located at Tempe Marketplace, our immersive playground serves up crowd-pleasing eats, cold drinks, and a full lineup of games that bring back the best parts of being a kid — with none of the homework. Test your aim at Axe Throwing, own the spotlight in The Game Show Experience, or head outside for some old-school competition with Spike Ball, Tetherball, Four Square, Molkky, Bull Chipper, Yard Pong, and Subsoccer. Whether you’re ditching work or celebrating something big, Recess is your excuse to play.

Recess Tempe Marketplace

From the Royal Red Robin Burger® to the California Chicken Sandwich, guests are sure to find a burger to crave. Not in the mood for beef or chicken, but still craving a burger? No problem. Red Robin also serves turkey burgers, fish sandwiches, Gardenburgers® or vegan Boca® Burgers to satisfy every guest’s palate.

Red Robin Tempe Marketplace

One visit to the store, and you’ll discover why Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is the number one destination for chocolate lovers everywhere. Watch as chocolatiers dip crisp apples in thick, bubbling caramel from a traditional copper kettle. Linger awhile longer and learn how fudge is made by fashioning a creamy loaf on a traditional marble slab, the old-fashioned way, right before your eyes. And of course, everyone gets a free sample.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Tempe Marketplace

Slices—a unique style pizza joint—has been a Valley landmark for pizza lovers since 1998. Serving a wide variety of “New York Style” pizzas available by the slice or whole pies, as well as delicious calzones and salads, Slices has won an array of awards from the likes of Phoenix New Times, 944, The Arizona Republic, and Get Out for having exceptional pizza. The Slices team prepares products from scratch, bakes them in a stone oven and presents them on the counter for customers to see and choose. Stop in for a slice today.

Slices Tempe Marketplace

Handcrafted burgers smashed, seared and seasoned to order, using fresh, never-frozen 100% Certified Angus Beef®. Whether you choose a Classic Smashburger or decide to create your own, Smashburger’s artisan buns, fresh produce, flavorful sauces and variety of real cheeses are designed to deliver a delicious, juicy burger every time. Every great burger needs a sidekick, and the selection of signature sides—like Smashfries tossed with rosemary, olive oil and garlic, haystack onions and fried pickles—are the perfect complement to any meal. The same is true for the handspun Häagen–Dazs® shakes, served in a frosted glass. And, if you’re in the mood for something other than a burger, grilled or crispy chicken sandwiches, fresh salads and veggie burgers are sure to satisfy.

Smashburger Tempe Marketplace

The Keg Steakhoouse + Bar is the perfect place to celebrate any occasion with friends and family. Quality, comfort and value are three key ingredients that make the Keg experience unlike any other. When it comes to steak, we serve only the finest cuts, aged for tenderness and seasoned with a unique blend. Classic cocktails, delicious appetizers, succulent seafood, and an outstanding wine list round out our classic menu The Keg has introduced a brand new takeout menu for online ordering and curbside pickup. Enjoy your favorite appetizers, entrees, and desserts from home, all designed and packaged to give you the next best thing to dining in our restaurant.

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar Tempe Marketplace

Enter a mountain lodge getaway, where Twin Peaks offers everything you crave and more: hearty made-from-scratch comfort food, draft beer served at a teeth-chattering 29 degrees and all the best sports on TV shown on high-definition flat screens. All of this is served by friendly and attentive Twin Peaks Girls, offering their signature “girl next door” charisma and playful personalities to ensure adventure happens at this ultimate sports lodge.

Twin Peaks Tempe Marketplace

Come to Yogis Grill for savory teriyaki bowls, sushi, appetizers and more. Try delectable stir-fried noodles and come back craving more. Your order is prepared fresh in the open-air kitchen with plenty of customizable options—go large, low-carb, spicy, vegetarian, gluten-free and add brown rice. Want it fast, fresh and friendly? Come to Yogis!

Yogis Grill Tempe Marketplace

Experience Ultimate Moviegoing® at Harkins Tempe Marketplace with its newly renovated auditoriums including the CINÉ 1 XL featuring screens over 80’ wide, Ultimate Lounger® reclining seats, 4K laser projection and Dolby Atmos 3D object-based sound. Enjoy delicious dishes such as Harkins Big Screen Burger, Crispy Chicken Sandwich, small plates and artisan flatbreads in addition to traditional concession stand favorites. Make your movie experience complete and indulge in a drink at Harkins exclusive Ciné Bar offering a variety of wines, rotating craft beers on tap from local breweries and handcrafted cocktails.

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Ideally situated opposite the lively Tempe Marketplace, Fairfield Inn and Suites Tempe offers easy access to the Valley of the Sun. We share common spaces with the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Tempe, providing all essential elements for the perfect travel experience. Delight in free parking, spacious accommodations, luxurious bedding, top-tier services and amenities at our Tempe hotel. Enjoy complimentary breakfast in our lobby, relax by our pool, relish in delectable food and live music at The Way Station or unwind around our on-site firepit with a handcrafted cocktail. Fitness enthusiasts will love our fully-equipped 24 hour fitness center, complete with treadmills and cross-fit equipment. Planning a business event while in Tempe, our flexible event spaces position us as a preferred choice! Our convenient location places you near ASU, Mayo Clinic's Sports Medicine Center, Major League Baseball’s Sloan Park and Sun Devil Stadium. Ensure an enjoyable travel experience at the Fairfield Inn and Suites Tempe.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Tempe

It's time to go beyond. Follow trails that reveal mighty mountaintops. Wander among iconic landscapes beneath picture-perfect skies. Let the Sonoran Desert be your guide to limitless adventure.

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Come celebrate the best of Arizona beer at the 5th Annual AZ Craft Beer Fest! Presented by PHOENIX magazine in partnership with the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, the festival celebrates the AZ Craft Beer Awards and the best of Arizona brewing.

This year, the festival is moving to Downtown Mesa for a special Halloween celebration on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Event Schedule:

- VIP Entry: 11 AM
- General Admission: 12 PM
- Late Admission: 1 PM
- Event Ends: 4 PM

VIP Admission – $60

- Includes entry at 11 AM, 25 drink tickets (5 oz. per ticket) and a commemorative sample glass.

General Admission – $40

- Includes entry at 12 PM, 20 drink tickets (5 oz. per ticket) and a commemorative sample glass.

Late Admission – $30

- Includes entry at 1 PM, 15 drink tickets (5 oz. per ticket) and a commemorative sample glass.

A portion of the proceeds benefits the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild and its work supporting the AZ Craft Beer Awards competition.

Participating breweries and food trucks will be announced soon. Follow the event on Instagram and Facebook for updates.

This is a 21+ event. Valid ID is required for entry. Halloween costumes and pretzel necklaces are welcome. Empty or factory-sealed water bottles are permitted. No outside food, weapons, pets or guests under 21 are allowed.

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