2nd Sundays on Mill 

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2024-2025 Season
Join us the 2nd Sunday in November, January, February and April from 10 AM to 3 PM for an outdoor market, live music and entertainment, snack vendors, and plenty of fun for the whole family. The outdoor market lines Mill Avenue between 3rd St. and University, and features homemade goods and gifts from Arizona local artisans, crafters, and makers. The event is FREE admission, family-friendly, and dog friendly.

Event Dates

November 10, 2024
January 12, 2025: Create
February 9, 2025: Mardi Gras
April 13, 2025: Earth Month

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While you shop the outdoor market, get creative with us! The theme is 'CREATE,' so it's all about art, making, and having fun with hands-on activities for everyone.

Check out our awesome and FREE workshops! Get crafty with Collaged Escape, where you'll make a unique keychain using collage techniques. If you're new to needlework, Hey Rosie Creations will guide you through how to create a small punch needle cactus wall hanging that’s perfect for all ages. Green thumbs can join The Plant Mill to pot your own tiny green plant friend in a cute ceramic pot!

We’ve also got DIY dog biscuit decorating with CAMP BOW WOW, where your furry friends can enjoy some tasty treats created by you. Be sure to check out the Tempe Community Arts team and design your own wearable art with the using shrinkable plastic—watch your drawings shrink down into colorful, custom jewelry! Interested in trying your hand at soap-making? In the beginner-friendly workshop from Naked Fig Soap, you’ll craft mini soaps using the melt-and-pour technique, and you’ll have the opportunity to choose your favorite scent from a selection of Arizona-inspired scents.

Come support the Kid's Market, where young artists can sell their handmade creations. Don’t miss Arizona Flower Market giving out free flower bouquets (first come, first served), and live music from seven talented musicians and DJs scattered across three locations. Plus, take a swing at our free 18-hole mini golf course and grab a snack from one of our four food vendors!

The Downtown Tempe Barber Battle CONTINUES in a high-energy, bracket-style competition where local barbers go head-to-head in categories like Mullet, Fade, and Freestyle! This exciting showdown will be showcased at each 2nd Sundays on Mill leading up to the Semifinals and Finals at the 2025 Juneteenth Block Party:

• Match Rounds: November 10 & January 12
• Quarterfinals: February 9 & April 13
• Semifinals & Finals: Juneteenth Block Party on June 14, 2025

Catch the 2nd round of Match Rounds on 6th Street & Mill Ave, where you will also find the ladies of 40 Plus Double Dutch Club jumpin' and vibin' to live mixes from a Furious Styles DJ! They will be showing off their skills, as well as, teaching you how to double dutch! Just on the other side of 6th St., check out the mini car show where Old School City will be presenting 6 classic 1930's cars for viewing and you can also shop their merch!

REMINDER: Barbers, there is still time to get in on the action! Apply here to secure your spot in the Barber Battle!

We’re giving back!! Downtown Tempe teamed up with The City of Tempe Community Health & Human Services and Beyond the Shop/Confess Project to bring you a FREE Mental Health Advocacy training and mixer for barbers and beauticians. This one-day training is a valuable opportunity to learn about supporting mental health within the community. Spots are limited, so register soon to reserve your place! Register here!

Riding to the event? Be sure to check your bike into the FREE Bike Valet from Tempe Bicycle Action Group located at 7th St. West of Mill Ave!

This is just a glimpse of the exciting things we have in store, so come join us on January 12 down on Mill Ave for a day full of creativity!

Market Application
If you're interested in becoming a market vendor and selling your handmade products at one of our upcoming 2nd Sundays on Mill events, Apply today!

Kid's Market Application
Calling all young artists! Does your child have a stockpile of art piling up? Do you have a budding entrepreneur in your household? We're inviting kids between the ages of 5 and 17 who have the ability to sell their own handmade art and products to apply to host their own space at 2nd Sundays on Mill! You can find the application HERE and read more about the rules and requirements HERE.

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