4th of July events around Arizona

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ANTHEM

  • Independence Day Celebration (July 3). The Anthem Community Council hosts an evening of traditional fireworks, water slides, rides, inflatables, music, dancing and food. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. 5:30-9:30 p.m.; fireworks finale at 9:00 p.m. Free admission and parking; $20-$25 wristbands available for purchase. Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway, Anthem.

AVONDALE

  • Light Up The Sky Independence Day Celebration (July 4). Ignite your celebration and come on out to Light Up the Sky Independence Day Celebration. VIP guests will dance along with DJ, play cornhole and devour gourmet food. The FREE general admission area can enjoy tailgate parking with their friends and family, enjoy variety of food trucks, play games in the Kid Zone, and enjoy live music before being dazzled by 25-minute spectacular fireworks show that starts at 8:25 p.m. Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale 85323.

CHANDLER

  • All-American Bash (July 4). Celebrate 4th of July in Downtown Chandler and enjoy live music, yard games, food vendors and more. 7:00-9:30pm. This year there will be a 5-minute pyrotechnic show as part of the concert. The show will begin at 8:15 p.m. at the Dr. A.J. Chandler Park Stage Plaza. Attendees are encouraged to come early or stay late and visit their favorite downtown businesses, including ones offering Star-Spangled Specials. Dr. A.J. Chandler Park: Stage Plaza, 178 E. Commonwealth Ave.Chandler 85225.

FLAGSTAFF

  • Drone Show (July 4). Independence Day is all about food, fun and freedom in this mountain town. So much fun, you’ll need a three-day weekend (or more) to pack it all in. Flagstaff 4th of July Weekend is an all-American, stars and stripes celebration filled with excitement—all in the cool pines. Note: we are currently in stage 2 fire restrictions so drones are being utilized in place of fireworks. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets!
  • Chamber 4th of July Parade (July 4). The 2025 Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce Independence Day Parade will follow the usual route around Historic Downtown Flagstaff. Starting at Elm & Beaver, it will go south down Beaver, turn left on Aspen to San Francisco and north on San Francisco back to Elm. 9am to 11am. Attendance is free!

    FOUNTAIN HILLS

  • Fourth At The Fountain (July 4). Join us on July 4th as we celebrate Independence Day! Put on your red, white, and blue and join friends and neighbors at Fountain Park on to celebrate Independence Day in Fountain Hills! The festivities will kick off at 7:00 pm with music and prizes. Rock Lobster will be performing from 7:30-9:00 pm. The evening will conclude with a majestic fireworks display at 9:00 PM over the Park’s picturesque Fountain Lake. Our world-famous fountain will be lit up with red, white, and blue. Fourth at the Fountain has been designed to be a community-wide event open to guests of all ages and completely free of charge. This year, attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets to relax and enjoy an evening full of fun throughout the park. Food vendors will also be on hand with Italian ice, frozen lemonade, and other goodies to help you beat the heat as well as 10 different dinner options. Fountain Hills Park, 12925 N Saguaro Boulevard, Fountain Hills 85268.

GILBERT

  • Fourth of July Celebration (July 4). This free, family-friendly event will include live performances, drone show, and a fireworks show! On-site parking will be required for $15 per car by credit card only. General admission is free. The VIP Experience is an optional upgrade. 5-9:30pm. Gilbert Regional Park, 3005 E Queen Creek Rd.,Gilbert 85298.

MARANA

  • Star-Spangled Spectacular (July 4). Celebrate America’s Birthday in Marana! The Town of Marana’s annual Star-Spangled Spectacular signature event will take place on July 4 at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park, with fireworks scheduled for 9 PM. Free attractions include the Car Show, splash pad, field games, inflatables, vendors, exhibitors, Musical Instrument Petting Zoo and Creation Station for Kids. Enjoy diverse culinary options from over 35 food vendors and buy crafts in our Vendor Market.Marana’s largest Signature Event is nestled behind the Arizona Pavilions shopping center and within the Continental Ranch neighborhood, making it the perfect event for residents to walk to or enjoy the fireworks from many vantage points.

MESA

  • Arizona Celebration of Freedom (July 4). Come to downtown Mesa for Arizona’s coolest Independence Day event. Entry into the event and activities are FREE. Enjoy food, fun, fantastic patriotic displays, activities, and fireworks! 6 to 10 p.m. Fireworks at approximately 9:30 p.m. Mesa Convention Center, 263 N. Center Street, Mesa 85201.

PAYSON

  • 4th of July Hometown Celebration (July 4). Come join Payson Parks and Recreation for an unforgettable 4th of July Celebration in Arizona’s hometown! Experience the magic of fireworks, live music, and delicious food from vendors on site. With games and water activities throughout the day, there will be endless fun for everyone. Mark your calendars, bring your family and friends, and let’s make this Independence Day one to remember! See you there! Green Valley Park, 1000 W. Country Club Drive, Payson 85541

PEORIA

  • All-American Festival (July 4). Kick off your Independence Day celebration with free admission to a Women’s Premier League soccer match, stay for the fireworks at the annual Peoria All-American Festival. This celebration is Friday, July 4, at Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Avenue. 5:00 p.m. – Desert Dreams FC vs. PHX Heat FC6:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Festival Fun (enjoy live music by the band “Saved by the 90’s”, outdoor games and activities, delicious food & beverage vendors, and the BEST FIREWORKS SHOW in Arizona). Entrance to the game, festival, and parking is free!

PRESCOTT

  • Red, White, and Boom (July 4). Celebrate the 4th of July in Prescott Valley with fireworks, live performances, and delicious food! Enjoy bounce houses, carnival rides, exciting games, and so much more. We recommend arriving early to secure your spot for a spectacular evening with friends and family. 3-9:00pm. Prescott Valley Civic Center, 7501 Skoog Blvd., Prescott Valley 86314.

QUEEN CREEK

  • Hometown 4th at Schnepf Farms (July 4). Celebrate our Country’s Independence Day at Schnepf Farms, a patriotic event for the entire community! Enjoy food trucks, craft vendors, live entertainment, fireworks, and water inflatables! Gates will open at 4pm. The show will be hosted in the big event fields on the south end of the farm adjacent to Riggs Road. Please enter the property via the 3 entrances. Check in with our parking attendants, park your vehicle and walk to the gate! Tickets are $40/Carload. This Car Pass includes admission for everyone in your car. PLEASE NOTE: you need one(1) car pass per car. Not per person. NOTE: tickets will not be sold onsite and we will sell out! Schnepf Farms, 24810 Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek 85142.

SCOTTSDALE

  • Annual 4th of July Celebration (July 4). Largest Fireworks display in Scottsdale history! Fan-favorite 406 Rodeo: bull-riding, mutton busting for kids and more presented by Lerner & Rowe. Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West Exhibit
    Kid’s Corner snow play area. 3rd Annual Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers Summer Slider Eating Contest Championship presented by Coors Light on mainstage with 19 finalists gobbling the goods for a grand prizes! Lively games such as musical chairs; cake walks; and more on the main stage presented by Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West. Presentation of colors and the National Anthem. Everyone’s favorite Backyard BBQ by M Culinary. 6th Annual Parade of Heroes presented by Right Toyota honoring outstanding leaders in eight categories. 2nd Annual Water Balloon Championship. This is a CASHLESS event. West World of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale 85260.

SURPRISE

  • Independence Day Celebration (July 4). The City of Surprise is excited to offer Independence Day fireworks on Friday, July 4. Fireworks will begin at 8:45 p.m.
  • Mark Coronado Park. FREE. Open to the public as a viewing area for fireworks. Please bring plenty of water and your own seating. All park rules apply and will be enforced.
  • Surprise Community Park. Join us at Surprise Community Park from 6 – 9 p.m. this July 4th for music and fireworks. Food will be available for purchase from a variety of food trucks. Be sure to arrive early and bring a blanket or chairs. We strongly encourage everyone to stay hydrated so please be sure to bring plenty of water. Coolers will be subject to search.

TEMPE

  • Tempe Fourth of July Celebration (July 4). Enjoy games, activities, live music, food, sweet treats and more for the whole family.End the evening with an unforgettable drone show and fireworks display! While this year’s celebration is hosted by the City of Tempe, the Kiwanis Club of Tempe stewarded the event for more than 50 years, bringing in millions of dollars to support local children and youth organizations. Tempe Diablo Stadium, 2200 W Alameda Dr., Tempe 85281.

TUCSON

  • Diamonds in the Sky (July 4). Join Pima County and Kino Sports Complex for the annual July 4th Diamonds in the Sky celebration! Gates open at 5:30 p.m.; first pitch at 6:30 p.m. There will be a spectacular fireworks show, a baseball game, lots of fun, and more. Make plans and join us! $1 hot dogs and drink specials, giveaways, games, and prizes! Free entry with charitable donation to Community Food Bank. One non-perishable food item per person or $1 donation per person. Kino Sports Complex, 2500 E. Ajo Way, Tucson 85713.

WHITE MOUNTAINS

  • Heber Overgaard: 4th of July Events.
    • July 5 
    • Independence Day Parade. Parade 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Buckskin and Forest Park.
    • Independence Day Fireworks. 5 to 9:30 p.m. (Fireworks starts at 9 p.m.) at Mogollon High School, 3450 Mustang.
    • Freedom Run. 10K Run at 6:30 a.m. and Fun Run at 7 a.m. at Capps Middles School, 3375 Buckskin Canyon Rd.
    • July 5 – 6:
    • Independence Day Celebration. Arts and craft vendors, food vendors, beer garden and live bands. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday at Tall Timbers Park.
  • Show Low: 4th of July Parade (July 4). Come to the city of Show Low for their 4th of July Parade. Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue. Parade: 9 a.m. leaving Owens heading east on the Deuce of Clubs to White Mountain Road. 650 N 9th Place, Show Low.Splash Zone: event following the parade at Frontier Park, 660 N. 9th Place

    FreedomFest: 3-9 p.m. featuring bands, food trucks, and Kid Zone at Show Low High School, 500 W Old Linden Rd

  • Snowflake/Taylor: Independence Day Celebration & Night Rodeo (July 4-5). Held on Friday and Saturday closest to July 4. Arts & Crafts show both days, food vendors, a flag raising ceremony, firing of the anvil, rodeo, cowboy poetry, dance, patriotic program, and fireworks.Taylor Rodeo Park, W Center St., Taylor 85939.
  • Springerville/Eager: 4th of July Events (July 4).
    • 4th of July Parade. This year’s theme is Made in America. 10 a.m. at the Eager Stoplight. eagaraz.gov
    • 113th Round Valley Rodeo. Starts at 1:30 p.m. (gates open at 12:30 p.m.). $10, $5 Military, Free ages 8 and younger when accompanied by an adult. 191 S. Highway 180, Springerville. roundvalley.rodeo
    • 4th of July Dances. July 4 -5 at the Blue building at the rodeo grounds from 9 p.m. to Midnight. $5 per person. 191 S. Highway 180, Springerville. roundvalley.rodeo

WILLIAMS

  • 4th of July events (July 4 – 7). Come out and celebrate Independence Day and the weekend in Williams!
  • July 4:
  • Annual 4th of July Parade & Fireworks. Parade starts at 6 p.m. Lineup starts on 9th and Route 66 by Family Dollar.  Fireworks start at 9 p.m. at Sweetwater Well Site North of I40 on Airport Road.
  • July 4 – 6:
  • World Series of Team Roping Qualifier. Watch all the action during the World Series of Team Roping Qualifiers at the Williams Rodeo Grounds, 750 Airport Rd.
  • July 5:
  • Habitat for Humanity Grand Opry. Live music, Food, Beer Tent, Carnival Games, Cake Walk, Auction, Arts & Crafts Show, Surprises! 12:30 to 5 p.m. 300 W Railroad Ave.
  • Steam Saturdays. Take the Grand Canyon Railway to the Grand Canyon. The Grand Canyon Railway celebrates the history of rail travel with several steam-powered excursions to Grand Canyon National Park on the first Saturday of the month from March to October. 9:30a.m. Check for prices, RSVP required. Grand Canyon Village, AZ 86023

YUMA

  • 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular (July 4). Featuring live music, a Kids Zone, Food Vendors, Drinks, and a 20-minute fabulous Fireworks Spectacular Show! 6 to 10 p.m.; fireworks at 9 p.m. $1 per person; parking is first-come, first-served. Desert Sun Stadium, 1280 Desert Sun Drive, Yuma 85365.

VIRTUAL

  • PBS: A Capitol Fourth (July 4). Tune in to Arizona PBS for a national celebration of America’s birthday. This all-star salute will feature coverage from cameras around Washington, D.C., ensuring viewers are front and center for the nation’s greatest fireworks display. 5:00p.m (8:00pm ET)

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