Phoenix Library Hours

Complete guide to library hours in Phoenix, Arizona. Discover the Phoenix Public Library system, Arizona State University libraries, and Maricopa County library branches serving the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area.

45+ Libraries
3 24/7 Locations
1.6M Residents Served

Phoenix Libraries by Area

Downtown Phoenix

Central business district with flagship libraries

  • Burton Barr Central Library
  • Phoenix Central Library
  • Cesar Chavez Branch
  • Steele Indian School
8+ Libraries

Tempe & ASU Area

University district with academic and public libraries

  • ASU Hayden Library
  • Tempe Public Library
  • ASU Music Library
  • ASU Law Library
12+ Libraries

North Phoenix

Suburban areas with community-focused branches

  • North Mountain Library
  • Desert Ridge Library
  • Ironwood Library
  • Acacia Library
15+ Libraries

Maricopa County

County library system serving metro Phoenix

  • Desert Foothills Library
  • Glendale Main Library
  • Chandler Public Library
  • Mesa Public Library
25+ Libraries

Phoenix Public Library Hours

Main Libraries

Monday - Thursday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Burton Barr Central & Phoenix Central

Branch Libraries

Monday - Thursday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Most neighborhood branches

24-Hour Study Spaces in Phoenix

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ASU Hayden Library

24/7 study areas during academic year with ASU ID access

ASU ID Required

ASU Student Union

Memorial Union with 24-hour study spaces and computer access

ASU ID Required

GCU Student Union

Grand Canyon University 24-hour study areas

GCU ID Required

Phoenix Library Tips

🌵 Desert Climate

Libraries offer cool, comfortable spaces during Phoenix's hot summer months. Many residents use libraries as cooling centers.

🚗 Parking & Transit

Most libraries offer free parking. Central libraries are accessible via Valley Metro light rail and bus routes.

📱 Phoenix Library App

Download the Phoenix Public Library app for catalog searches, event info, and digital resources access.

🎓 University Access

ASU and GCU libraries require student/faculty ID. Some offer limited public access during business hours.

Phoenix Library Services

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Technology Centers

Computer labs, internet access, printing services, and digital literacy classes available at all major branches.

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Job & Career Services

Employment assistance, resume help, interview preparation, and job search resources at Burton Barr Central.

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Children & Teen Programs

Story times, summer reading programs, homework help, and teen spaces at all Phoenix Public Library locations.

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Cultural Programs

Author events, art exhibitions, cultural celebrations, and community programming reflecting Phoenix's diversity.