ASU Tempe, Arizona
Your Complete Guide to Opportunity Hack Events at Arizona State University
Welcome to one of our premier hackathon venues! Located in the heart of Tempe, just 10 minutes from Sky Harbor Airport, ASU provides the perfect environment for innovation and collaboration.
Select Your Venue (2 locations)
Engineering Center G-Wing
501 E Tyler Mall, Tempe, AZ 85281
Hayden Library
300 E Orange St., Tempe, AZ 85281
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10 min from PHX
Parking
5 options available
Hotels
4+ nearby options
Transit
Light rail accessible
Event Venue
Engineering Center G-Wing
Main event venue - ECG Building, Room 101
501 E Tyler Mall, Tempe, AZ 85281
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Venue Features:
Venue Gallery
Video tour of the ASU Engineering Center G-Wing venue
Hackers collaborating in ASU ECG 101 Generator lab during an Opportunity Hack event
Exterior view of the Engineering Center G-Wing - our main event building
Inside the G-Wing Generator Lab - spacious collaborative workspace for hackathon teams
Volunteers and participants working together in the Generator Lab during a hackathon event
Workshop room across the courtyard - additional meeting space for breakout sessions
Food and refreshment station in the main Generator Lab - keeping hackers energized!
Getting Here
Sky Harbor Airport (PHX)
10-minute drive
- Rental car - Multiple agencies available
- Rideshare (Uber/Lyft) - $20-30 typical cost
- Phoenix Sky Train + Light Rail - Connect to ASU
- Hotel shuttle service - Check with your hotel
Public Transit
Valley Metro Light Rail
- ASU/Downtown Phoenix Light Rail stops at campus
- Multiple bus routes serve the university area
- Day passes available for convenient travel
- Mobile ticketing through Valley Metro app
Parking Options
Tyler Street Parking Structure
Closest parking structure to the venue
2-minute walk
Paid parking
Apache Blvd. Parking Structure
Large parking structure with good availability
5-minute walk
Paid parking
Rural Road Parking Structure
Additional option if other structures are full
8-minute walk
Paid parking
ASU Maintenance Parking Lot
Perfect for drop-off - closest to G-Wing entrance
1-minute walk
Drop-off only
Visitor Parking - South Apache
Visitor designated parking area
10-minute walk
Paid parking
Visitor Parking 27
Limited time visitor parking option
12-minute walk
1-hour parking only
Recommended Hotels
Prices shown are estimates and may vary by date. Book early for the best rates!
Graduate by Hilton Tempe
Modern hotel with university-themed design, walking distance to ASU campus
225 E Apache Blvd, Tempe, AZ 85281
0.5 miles from venue • Tap for directionsAmenities:
The Westin Tempe
Upscale hotel with premium amenities and services
1333 S Rural Rd, Tempe, AZ 85281
1.2 miles from venue • Tap for directionsAmenities:
Tempe Mission Palms - Destination by Hyatt
Resort-style hotel in downtown Tempe with full amenities
60 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281
1.8 miles from venue • Tap for directionsAmenities:
Residence Inn Tempe Downtown/University
Suite-style accommodations perfect for longer stays
510 S Forest Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281
1.5 miles from venue • Tap for directionsAmenities:
Local Area Information
Dining Options
Mill Avenue and ASU campus offer numerous restaurants, cafes, and food courts within walking distance.
Gas & Services
Multiple gas stations and convenience stores nearby for any last-minute needs.
Campus Resources
ASU campus provides additional amenities including libraries, student centers, and recreational facilities.
Ready for Your Hackathon Experience?
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