Every year we bid farewell to the old year and welcome in the new year with the Fiesta Bowl Block Party, one of the biggest block parties in the country. The Fiesta Bowl Block Party has been named by USA Today as one of the top ten places in America to ring in the new year. You and about 100,000 of your friends will be entertained with rides, music, dancing, fireworks and an evening full of family fun.
Enjoy these pictures of the Fiesta Bowl Block Party!
When is the Fiesta Bowl Block Party
New Year’s Eve, Thursday, December 31 from 5 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.Where is the Fiesta Bowl Block Party
Downtown Tempe in the Mill Avenue District. Here's a map to the general area. The entrance gates are located at the following locations: Mill Ave. & University Dr.; 5th St. east of Mill Ave.; 5th St. west of Mill Ave. (by Ash Ave.); 3rd St. & Mill Ave.You can get to the event by METRO light rail. Use the 3rd Street & Mill station, since there's an entrance gate to the event right there. Here's a METRO map, which also shows where the Park 'n' Ride stations are located. METRO Light Rail will operate with late night hours until past 2 a.m. on New Year’s Eve.
The Arizona Department of Transportation usually provides detailed motorist information, including any travel or road restrictions, for this event. Call 5-1-1, then *7. The call is free.
When Can I Buy Tickets For the Fiesta Bowl Block Party?
Tickets are on sale now if you want to buy them online.How much does it cost to get in?
$20 at the gate or online.$15 in advance in advance at Fry’s Food & Drug Stores with a Fry’s VIP Card if purchased by December 30th. Buy three discount tickets and you will receive a fourth ticket free.
Are you a Tempe resident? If yes, Tempe residents have two weeks left to save up to $15 per ticket with the voucher found in the November issue of Tempe Today. Tempe residents are eligible to purchase up to four block party tickets per household at $5 each. Through 5 p.m. Dec. 26, residents can bring the voucher and proof of residency to purchase their tickets at the following locations: Escalante Community Center, 2150 E. Orange St.; Kiwanis Recreation Center, 6111 S. All-America Way; Westside Multi-Generational Center, 715 W. Fifth St.; North Tempe Multi-Generational Center, 1555 N. Bridalwreath St.; Pyle Adult Recreation Center, 655 E. Southern Ave.; Tempe Parks and Recreation, on the second floor of 3500 S. Rural Rd.; and the Rio Salado Operations Center, 620 N. Mill Ave. Tempe residents who no longer have their November issue of Tempe Today can download a copy at www.tempe.gov/tempetoday/.
What happens at the Fiesta Bowl Block Party?
The Fiesta Bowl Block Party always has nationally known musical entertainment. Attendees will rock out to headliner the Doobie Brothers at 10:30, as well as 35 bands and entertainers on 10 stages. The Dueling Pianos return and the Dance Club has moved to a new location on the back patio of the Brickyard building. New this year: Fiestaville is where the fans of the visiting teams of both the Insight Bowl and the Fiesta Bowl join in the celebration of the southwest and football. You can see the entire schedule of events at the various stages online.Is the Fiesta Bowl Block Party appropriate for kids?
Kid’s Cove has moved to the City Hall Park located 6th Street east of Mill Avenue. It features all kinds of activities for young children (2 – 12 years) and a game zone. Look for a Ferris wheel on Mill Avenue and other carnival activities on 6th Street.What else should I know?
There are five beer gardens located throughout the event site, 21+ only permitted inside. The Fiesta Bowl Block Party features fireworks shows at 10 p.m. and midnight.What if I have more questions about the Fiesta Bowl Block Party?
Visit the Fiesta Bowl Block Party online.Do you have pictures?
Picture Gallery: Fiesta Bowl Block PartyHappy New Year!
All dates, times, prices and offerings are subject to change without notice.
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