Tempe
Located 10 miles east of Phoenix, Tempe is a college town full of breweries and nightlife. Check the dates at Tempe Improv, which hosts comedians like Craig Robinson, Pauly Shore, and Tacarra Williams. Pre-game at Four Peaks, an award-winning brewery with plenty of shareable snacks, like their popular nachos that are topped with pickled jalapenos.
Queen Creek
Queen Creek, located 33 miles north of Phoenix, is a small town with a big punch. You can easily spend the afternoon horseback riding, hiking, and shopping. However, we’d recommend booking a date at Queen Creek Olive Mill. Enjoy the 45-minute Olive Oil 101 Tour and pick up a few bottles as souvenirs.
Scottsdale
Situated 11 miles northeast of Phoenix, Scottsdale is its most famous neighbor. You and your sweetie can easily spend the whole day exploring Old Town, wandering through museums, and checking out upscale restaurants. Just be sure to sip an energy drink when the sun goes down, because the nightlife scene is huge. Check out dance clubs like The Mint Ultra Lounge, Wasted Grain, and Maya.