From what started out as a small territorial gathering 123 years ago, has now grown into one of the biggest state fairs in the nation. Running from mid-October to early November, this year’s Arizona State Fair promises to be the most exciting to date, featuring a huge array foods, exhibits, livestock, thrilling rides and world-class entertainment.

Catch a wave and a movie. For the past several years, Tempe Parks have turned the wave pool at Kiwanis Park into a fun for all movie night. For several weeks during the summer months, a tube rental gets you in the pool and enjoying a G rated movie.