UNIQUE Indoor Experiences You Must Try
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Downtown Tempe’s Best Indoor Activities
When it's too hot to handle, keep it cool with these indoor experiences in Downtown Tempe. From potting plants, to creating a DIY souvenir, candle-making or even creating your own scented potion. The long days and even longer season can leave you feeling cooped up and craving something fun to do indoors. Don’t sweat it—we’ve got you covered! We did the late-night scrolling so you don't have to, and this is your roundup of the indoor things you can do (RIGHT NOW) in summer 2025! You can also give us a follow on Instagram or Tiktokto get an inside look at the things going on downtown.
When it's too hot to handle- give these experiences a try!
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1 Make Your Own Scented Candle 516 S Mill Ave Tempe, AZ 85281 Candle Chemistry on Mill Did you know that you can craft your very own custom candle? Candle Chemistry is a popular spot and for good reason. You can choose from over 100 fragrance oils and blend your own signature scent. Located in the heart of Tempe, this boutique lets you choose from over 100 fragrance oils to blend your signature scent. Whether you prefer floral, fruity, or earthy aromas, the possibilities are endless. There is no reservation required! A Make Your Own Candle experience allows you to select, pout, mix and personalize your candle. You get to create a keepsake that is truly one-of-a-kind. This is perfect for date nights, family outings, or a relaxing solo activity. |
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2 Create a personalized souvenir 740 S Mill Ave, Unit 120 Tempe, AZ 85281 Tutugether Crafting Together DIY tufting, crafting and charm-making! Unleash your inner artist through tufting, resin-pouring, and decoden charm-making. Whether you're crafting a custom rug, decorating a phone-case or mirror, or pouring a keepsake marble figurine, Tutugether provides unlimited high‑quality materials, expert instructors, and full-service finishing (backing, trimming, packing). This is a perfect spot for a date night, group party, or just a place to hang out with your friends and have fun! |
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3 Pot Your Own Plant or Enjoy A Unique Hands On Workshop 518 S Mill Ave Tempe, AZ The Plant Mill Pot a Plant, or enjoy a hands on experience at one of The Plant Mill's upcoming summer events. Painting, crafting, earring making and more- they offer events all throughout the year. Visit their website for details |
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4 Create Your Own Potion 420 S Mill Ave, #105 Tempe, AZ 85281 Lotions & Potions A fan favorite, is the scent bar at Lotions & Potions. You can work with a staff member to create your very own custom fragrance - choosing from a large library of available scents. Next, you can create your custom scent in the form of a body oil, perfume, lotion, or potion of your choosing. No appointment necessary - just show up! |
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5 Trivia Nights, Board Games, and More! 20 W 6th St Tempe, AZ 85281 Snakes & Lattes Snakes and Lattes hosts a number of fan-favorite events. All of them indoors, and as you sip or savor delicious drinks and eats, you can enjoy board games, trivia nights, social events and more. Visit their website for details on upcoming events this summer! |
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6 Have an Escape Room Experience 414 S Mill Ave, Suite 112 Tempe, AZ 85281 United Escapes of America United Escapes of America Tempe is a fun and unique entertainment experience! Each escape scenario is a real-life, interactive adventure designed for groups. |
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7 Summer 2025 Boa Games 398 S Mill Ave, Ste. 101 Tempe, AZ 85281 Every Saturday in July from open to close, head over to Caffe Boa for Summer 2025 Boa-Games. Bring a board game or some cards, and play while enjoying delicious food and drink! Forgot your game? They will have some to rent. Also enjoy food and drink deals every Saturday. Snap a photo and tag @caffeboaonmill on Instagram and you will receive 15% off your food purchase that day in July. Let the games begin! |
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8 Events at Alter Ego 108 E. University Drive Tempe, AZ 85281 Alter Ego has a pretty spectacular lineup of summer events! From Chef's Themed Dinners, to Floral Workshops and Paint Nites. Check out their lineup of happenings this summer and sign up before they fill up! |
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9 Karaoke & Pizza 414 S Mill Ave Tempe, Az 85281 414 Pub & Pizza Tempe's best place for karaoke and pizza! Karaoke 365 nights a year, live music, open for lunch, happy hour 3 - 8pm weekdays and all day on the weekends. Hours can vary so check directly with 414 Pizza for their summer hours. |
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10 Go to a Movie 730 S Mill Ave Tempe, AZ 85281 |
A NOTE TO OUR READER
Downtown Tempe businesses need your support now more than ever. With Mill Avenue under construction, the streets may look different, but these businesses remain open and ready to serve you. Your visit matters and every purchase makes a difference. Show your love this summer: make a special visit, tell a friend, leave a positive review, or give a follow on social media. Even during construction, it’s easy to get around and find parking in Downtown Tempe with Tempe TRiP. Plan your visit today!