The Fourth of July is a date that has become synonymous with the United States of America. It was on July 4, 1776, that the Declaration of Independence was adopted by Congress to solidify the break with the British Empire voted upon 2 days earlier.

We mark that birth of our country with parades, picnics, concerts, and spectacular fireworks displays.

There are several events scheduled throughout Arizona. Please choose a location from the menu below.

If you are involved with an event not mentioned below and would like to list it here, please let us know.

Please note: Fireworks displays may be canceled without notice due to weather or fire danger.

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Avondale - Return to the top of the page

July 3, 2008
6pm-9:30pm

Rev White & Boom!

Phoenix International Raceway

7602 S Avondale Blvd

623-333-2400

Tours of the raceway, entertainment, and the largest fireworks display in the Southwest Valley. Free

www.avondale.org

Sponsoring Agency: City of Avondale

Benson - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
9am-9pm

Benson Fourth of July

Parade starts on 5th Street to Gila to 7th Street

Events at Lions Park

520-586-4293

Parade in the morning followed by live entertainment and music. Fireworks begin at 8:45pm. Free

www.bensonaz.com

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Benson

Bisbee - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Starts at 9am

4th of July Celebration

Various locations throughout Bisbee

Starts in Tombstone Canyon. Fireworks after dark at Vista Park.

520-432-6016

Coaster Races down Tombstone Canyon at 9am with the Bisbee Iron Man Mile footrace starting between heats. Parade in the Warren section starts at 11am. Mining contests including Mucking at 2pm and Hard Rock Drilling at 4pm at Brewery Gulch followed by fireworks at Vista Park. Free

www.bisbeearizona.com

Sponsoring Agency: Bisbee

Buckeye - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
6pm-9pm

Celebrate 4th of July Buckeye Style

Earl Edgar Recreational Complex

Miller Rd & Beloat

623-349-6354

Family activities in the park and in the Spectacular Splash Park along with music and food. Fireworks start at 8:45pm. $2 admission per person.

www.buckeyeaz.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Buckeye

Bullhead City - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
9pm

Rockets Over the River

Best Viewing is along the Colorado River

South of the Laughlin Bridge

702-298-2214

Fireworks display choreographed to music over the river visible from Bullhead City. Free

www.laughlinchamber.com

Sponsoring Agency: Laughlin Chamber of Commerce

Casa Grande - Return to the top of the page

July 2, 2008
7:15pm

Red, White and Blue Family Parade

Paul Mason Sportsplex

2525 N Pinal Ave

520-421-8677

Floats and decorated scooter, bikes, kids, and dogs are invited to participate in this parade. Free

www.ci.casa-grande.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: City of Casa Grande

July 4, 2008
10am-2pm

4th of July Family Day in the Pool

Palm Island Aquatics Park

1115 N Brown Ave

520-421-8650

Activities and games during open swim for children and adults. $1/adults, 50 cents for children age 17 and under

www.ci.casa-grande.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: City of Casa Grande

July 4, 2008
10am-2pm

Fourth of July Family Day

Carr-McNatt Park

1115 N Brown Ave

520-421-8650

Open swim at the Palm Island Family Aquatics Park and family activities. $1 for adults, 50 cents for children age 17 and under

www.ci.casa-grande.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: City of Casa Grande

July 4, 2008
5pm

4th of July Family Day

Paul Mason Sportsplex

2525 N Pinal Ave

520-421-8677

Old-fashioned celebration with food, games, and live entertainment. Fireworks begin at 8pm. Free

www.ci.casa-grande.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: City of Casa Grande

Cave Creek - Return to the top of the page

July 3, 2008
2pm

Spirit of Freedom

Cave Creek Museum

Corner of Basin & Skyline off Cave Creek Rd

480-488-2764

Open house and celebration of Independence Day. Local artist Jason Williamson will donate his watercolor painting Spirit of Freedom to the museum. Free

www.cavecreekmuseum.org

Sponsoring Agency: Cave Creek Museum

July 3, 2008
6pm

Third of July Fireworks

Harold's Cave Creek Corral

6895 E Cave Creek Rd

480-488-1906

Indoor and outdoor concerts, BBQ, family fun, and a fireworks show at 9pm. Free admission, but reservations are recommended.

www.haroldscorral.com

Sponsoring Agency: Harold's Cave Creek Corral

Chandler - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Gates open at 5:30pm. Special ceremonies start at 9:15pm followed by fireworks at 9:30pm.

Red, White and Boom

Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass

5700 N Loop Rd

480-502-5600

Cookout, live entertainment, family activities, and fireworks display. Free admission. Call or visit the website for fees for various events.

www.rawhide.com

Sponsoring Agency: Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass

July 4, 2008
4pm-10:30pm

4th of July 7-Up Fireworks Spectacular

Tumbleweed Park

2250 S McQueen Rd

480-782-2735

Family fun and games, entertainment, food and drinks, carnival, fireworks display. Free

chandleraz.gov

Sponsoring Agency: Chandler Lions Club and the City of Chandler

Chino Valley - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
5pm-10pm

July 4 Red, White & Boom!

Old Home Manor Fields

Perkinsville Rd

928-636-9780

Food, entertainment, and fireworks. Free

www.chinoaz.net

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Chino Valley

Clarkdale - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
7am-11am

Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration!

Clarkdale Town Park

Main Street

928-634-9591

Flag raising ceremony and pancake breakfast followed by the Children's Parade at 9am. Entertainment including patriotic music and family activities follow. Free admission. Food, soft drinks, and arts and crafts available for purchase.

www.clarkdale.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Clarkdale

July 4, 2008
10am-1pm

July 4th Celebration and Firecracker Express

Verde Canyon Railroad

300 N Broadway

800-320-0718

Barbecue and live music followed by a train ride through the Verde Canyon. $7 for barbecue. Call for train reservations.

www.verdecanyonrr.com

Sponsoring Agency: Verde Canyon Railroad

Coolidge - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Noon-10pm

Fourth of July Celebration

Kenilworth Sports Complex

671 E Coolidge Ave

520-723-4551

Family fun, bouncers, arts and crafts, games, a DJ, and food booths. Fireworks start between 9am and 9:30pm. Free

www.coolidgeaz.com

Sponsoring Agency: City of Coolidge

Cottonwood - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Starts at 3pm

4th of July Celebration

Verde Valley Fairgrounds

800 E Cherry St

928-639-3200

Family fun, entertainment, food and drinks, fireworks. Free

cottonwood.verdevalley.com

Sponsoring Agency: City of Cottonwood

July 4, 2008
Starts at 3:30pm

Annual Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza

Cottonwood Kids Park

12th St

Water slides, giant inflatable rides, watermelon and pie-eating contests, and other family and children's activities. Food served 4pm-6pm with soft drinks and roasted corn available for purchase throughout the event. Fireworks start at 8:45pm. Free admission with $1 parking to benefit the Cottonwood Police Explorers

cottonwood.verdevalley.com

Sponsoring Agency: Cottonwood Chamber of Commerce

Flagstaff - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
10am

Annual 4th of July Parade

Historic downtown Flagstaff

800-842-7293

Community parade with music, floats and more. Free

www.flagstaffchamber.com

Sponsoring Agency: Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce

July 5 & 6, 2008
8am-5pm

Independence Day Festival

Pioneer Museum

2340 N Fort Valley Rd

928-774-6272

Living History reenactors including artillery demonstrations, traditional crafts, and camp cooking demonstrations. Free

www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org

Sponsoring Agency: Pioneer Museum

Florence - Return to the top of the page

July 3, 2008
11:30am

4th of July Indoor Patriotic Picnic and Potluck

Florence Senior Center

520-868-7622

Indoor picnic with burgers, salads, chips and dips, games, and other activities. Register by June 27, 2008. $3 per person

www.town.florence.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: Florence Senior Center

July 4, 2008
Call for schedule

July 4th Celebration

Florence Pool & Heritage Park

600 N Main St

520-868-5837

Mud volleyball, water games, dunk tank. Fireworks display at 8:30pm. Free

www.town.florence.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Florence

Fort McDowell - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
2pm

Fourth at the Fort

Fort McDowell Casino

Fort McDowell Rd & the Beeline Hwy (Rt 87)

800-THE-FORT (843-3678)

Family events, entertainment, and contests for adults followed by fireworks at 9:45pm. Free

www.fortmcdowellcasino.com

Sponsoring Agency: Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation

Glendale - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Free swim starts at 1pm, with the main event starting at 7pm

28th Annual Glendale Hometown 4th of July

Glendale Community College

59th Ave & Olive Ave

623-930-2299

Live entertainment, family fun, F-16 flyover, free swimming, food and drinks capped off with a fireworks display starting at 8:40pm. Free

www.glendaleaz.org

Sponsoring Agency: City of Glendale

Goodyear - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
6:30pm-10pm

Independence Day Celebration

Newlan-Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater

10310 S Estrella Pkwy

Entertainment, family fun, and a fireworks display. Free

www.goodyearaz.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Goodyear

July 4, 2008
6:30pm-10pm

Star-Spangled Fourth

Goodyear Community Park

3151 N Litchfield Rd

623-882-7534

Live entertainment, water rides, kids activities, food and drinks. Fireworks start at 9:35pm. Free admission. $10 for all-you-can-ride kids wristbands.

www.goodyearaz.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Goodyear

Heber-Overgaard - Return to the top of the page

July 4-6, 2008
Call or visit the website for the schedule of events

Independence Day Celebration

Festival at Tall Timbers Navajo County Park

Fireworks at Mogollon High School

928-535-5777

Parade (July 5 at 11am), arts and crafts, family fun, and fireworks (July 5 in the evening). $5/car for parking at Tall Timbers Park and Mogollon High School.

www.heberovergaard.org

Sponsoring Agency: Heber-Overgaard Chamber of Commerce

Litchfield Park - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
10am-5pm

Fourth of July Splash Bash

Litchfield Park Recreation Center

100 S Old Litchfield Rd

623-935-9040

Coin toss, greased watermelon contest, wet t-shirt swimming contest, and more. $2 per person

www.litchfield-park.org

Sponsoring Agency: City of Litchfield Park

July 4, 2008
7pm-10pm

Fourth of July Celebration

Litchfield Park Town Center

623-935-9040

F-16 flyover, food, music, and fireworks. Free

www.litchfield-park.org

Sponsoring Agency: City of Litchfield Park

Marana - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
6pm-11pm

Star Spangled Spectacular

Ora Mae Harn Park

13250 N Lon Adams Rd

520-382-1950

Food, games, arts and crafts, and contests. Fireworks start at 9pm. Free

www.marana.com

Sponsoring Agency: City of Marana

Mesa - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
6pm

Fourth of July Celebration

Mesa Community College

1833 W Southern Ave

480-461-7000

Entertainment, food, rides for the kids. Fireworks display starts at 9pm. $5 for parking and admission per vehicle. $1 per person if you're not parking on campus.

www.mc.maricopa.edu

Sponsoring Agency: Mesa Community College

Morristown - Return to the top of the page

July 3, 2008
8:45pm

Annual Fireworks Celebration

Lake Pleasant Regional Park

41835 N Castle Hot Springs Rd

602-372-7460 x 200

Fireworks display launched from Waddell Dam over the lake. $5/vehicle, $2/watercraft

www.maricopa.gov/parks/lake_pleasant

Sponsoring Agency: Lake Pleasant Regional Park

Oatman - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Noon

Sidewalk Egg Fry Contest

Downtown Oatman

Route 66

928-768-6222

Wild West Shootouts featuring Ghost Rider Gunfighters followed by the sidewalk egg frying contest. Free

www.oatmangoldroad.com

Sponsoring Agency: Oatman Chamber of Commerce

Page - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Call for events schedule

Independence Day "Heart of America"

City Park for daytime events

Lake Powell National Golf Course for fireworks

928-645-2741

Family activities with fireworks show after dark. Free

www.pagelakepowellchamber.org

Sponsoring Agency: Page-Lake Powell Chamber of Commerce

Patagonia - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
11am parade, 8pm fireworks, and events ongoing throughout the day

Annual 4th of July Celebration

Town Gazebo for daytime activities

Patagonia High School for fireworks

888-794-0060

Parade, food, music, dancing, BBQ, and vendors during the day. Fireworks display at 8pm. Free

www.patagoniaaz.com

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Patagonia

Payson - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
3pm-5pm family games, 7pm-9pm family entertainment followed by fireworks

July 4th Fireworks & Family Fun Day

Green Valley Park

1000 W Country Club Dr

928-474-5242

Family games, fun, and entertainment, followed by a fireworks display over Green Valley Lake at the end of the evening. Free

www.ci.payson.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Payson

Peoria - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
5pm-10pm

July 4th All American Festival

Peoria Sports Complex Mariners Practice Field

16101 N 83rd Ave

602-773-7564

Entertainment, children's activities, a water zone, food, vendors, F-16 flyover, fireworks, and more. $5 age 13 and over, free for children age 12 and under

www.peoriaaz.com

Sponsoring Agency: City of Peoria

Phoenix - Return to the top of the page

July 3, 2008
10am-2pm

Independence Celebration Block Party

Imagine School at Camelback

5050 N 19th Ave

602-344-4620

Free food, face painting, contests, and family activities. Free

www.imagineschools.com

Sponsoring Agency: Imagine School at Camelback

July 3, 2008
7pm-10pm

Light Up the Sky Festival

Maryvale Baseball Park

3600 N 51st Ave

602-262-4539

Musical entertainment, kids' rides and craft activities, topped off with fireworks at 9:30pm. Free

www.phoenix.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Phoenix

July 4, 2008
6pm-10pm

Freedom Wireless Fabulous Phoenix Fourth

Steele Indian School Park

Indian School Rd & 3rd St

602-495-0739

Entertainment, carnival, family activities. Free

www.phoenix.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Phoenix

Prescott - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
11am-10pm

July 4th Celebration

Pioneer Park

1200 Commerce Dr

928-777-1349

Water slide, bungee jumping, carnival rides, inflatables, vendors, live music, and food Free admission. Carnival ride wrist bands $5 each.

www.cityofprescott.net

Sponsoring Agency: City of Prescott

July 5, 2008
6pm

Movie in the Park: Independence Day

Watson Lake Park

Highway 89

928-777-1122

Outdoor showing of the movie Independence Day. Free

www.cityofprescott.net

Sponsoring Agency: City of Prescott

Safford - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Parade starts at 10am. Festival starts at 7pm

Graham County Fourth of July

Parade: Main Street starting at the Courthouse

Festival:Graham County Fairgrounds - 527 E Armory Rd

928-428-7180

Parade through downtown Safford followed by entertainment and fireworks at the fairgrounds. Free

www.safford.govoffice.com

Sponsoring Agency: City of Safford

Saint Johns - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Call for schedule of events

Fireworks & Rubber Duck Race

Lyman Lake State Park

11 miles south of St Johns on US 191

928-337-4441

Rubber duck races, family fun, and fireworks by the lake. $5/vehicle park entry fee

www.azstateparks.com/Parks/parkhtml/lyman.html

Sponsoring Agency: Lyman Lake State Park

Scottsdale - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
8:30am

Freedom Parade

Mescal Park

11015 N 68th St

480-991-7955

Watch the parade or decorate your stroller, bike, skateboard, horse, pets, golf carts, or wagons and be in the parade. Free

www.scottsdaleaz.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Scottsdale

July 4, 2008
9am-11am

Independence Day Bounce

BounceU

8970 E Bahia Dr

480-502-0210

Bouncy family fun. $6.95 for the first child and $5.95 for each sibling.

www.bounceu.com

Sponsoring Agency: BounceU

July 4, 2008
5pm-7:30pm

Grand Ol' Family Picnic

Scottsdale Stadium

7408 E Osborn Rd

480-312-0217

Old fashioned games, arts and crafts, watermelon and pie eating contests, and more family fun. There will be no fireworks at this event, but there will be information on area fireworks shows. Free admission.

www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Scottsdale

July 4, 2008
5pm-8pm

July Fourth Celebration

Eldorado Park

2311 N Miller Rd

480-312-2771

Live entertainment, crafts, and family fun. Free

www.scottsdale.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Scottsdale

Show Low - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
All Day

Freedom Fest

Show Low High School Parking Lot and Football Field

928-537-2326

Family activities throughout the day followed by fireworks after dark. Call for details. Free

www.showlowchamberofcommerce.com

Sponsoring Agency: Show Low Chamber of Commerce

July 4, 2008
9am

4th of July Parade

Deuce of Clubs

928-537-2326

Parade through Show Low. Free

www.showlowchamberofcommerce.com

Sponsoring Agency: Show Low Chamber of Commerce

Sierra Vista - Return to the top of the page

6pm July 3, 2008
All day July 4, 2008

Fourth of July Festivities

Veterans' Memorial Park and surrounding area

3105 E Fry Blvd

520-266-2304

Street dance on July 3 followed by family activities July 4 including the Pets & People Parade at 8am, displays, food and entertainment throughout the day, and fireworks at 7pm. Free

www.visitsierravista.com

Sponsoring Agency: Sierra Vista

Springerville-Eagar - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
9am-9pm

Annual July 4th Parade & Rodeo

Round Valley Rodeo Grounds

928-333-2123

Parade, rodeo competition, BBQ, and fireworks. $5 for rodeo events

www.springerville-eagarchamber.com

Sponsoring Agency: Springerville-Eagar Chamber of Commerce and the Apache County Sheriff's Posse

Surprise - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
6pm-8:30pm

Annual 4th of July Celebration

Surprise Stadium (15850 N Bullard Ave)

Community Park (15953 N Bullard Ave)

623-222-2000

Family events, entertainment, games, food, beverages, and more. Free events at the park and ticketed events at the stadium. Call or visit website for details.

www.surpriseaz.com

Sponsoring Agency: City of Surprise

Taylor - Return to the top of the page

July 5, 2008
Call for a schedule of events

July 4th Celebration & Rodeo

Taylor Rodeo Complex

928-536-7366

Flag raising ceremony, traditional firing of the anvil, BBQ, rodeos, dancing, patriotic program, and fireworks after dark. Free

www.snowflaketaylorchamber.org

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Taylor

Tempe - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008

Annual Fourth of July Parade and Picnic

The parade starts at New Life Anglican Church and goes down Country Club to Redfield.

Parade ends at Stroud Park where the picnic will be held.

Neighborhood parade and picnic. Residents are invited to decorate bikes, cars, and pets for the parade. Free hotdogs, drinks, and condiments provided at the picnic. Residents are encouraged to bring side dishes and desserts to share. Free

www.camelotvillage.org

Sponsoring Agency: Camelot Village

July 4, 2008
4pm-11pm

CBS5 July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival

Tempe Beach Park

Rio Salado Pkwy

480-350-5189

Family activities, entertainment, fireworks over Tempe Town Lake. $6/age 13 and over, Free/age 12 and under.

www.tempe4th.com

Sponsoring Agency: City of Tempe and the Kiwanis Club of Tempe

Tolleson - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
6pm

Independence Day Celebration

Tolleson Veterans Park

8601 W Van Buren St

623-936-7111

Food, waterslide, contests, games, and music. F-16 flyover at 7:30pm followed by fireworks. Free

www.tollesonaz.org

Sponsoring Agency: City of Tolleson

Tombstone - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Call for schedule

Family Style 4th of July

Medigovich Field

Mountain View Rd north of US 80

520-457-3994

Softball tournament for all ages, food, children's activities, fireworks display after dark. Admission to various events varies

www.tombstone.org

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Tombstone and Tombstone Knights of Columbus

Tubac - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
10am-noon

Old-Fashioned Fourth of July

Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

1 Burrel St

520-398-2704

Children's games and celebrations. Free

www.tubacaz.com

Sponsoring Agency: Tubac Presidio State Historic Park

July 4, 2008
4pm

Fourth of July

Tubac Golf Resort & Spa

1 Otero Rd

520-398-3522 / 520-398-2704

Fireworks display. Bring a blanket or chair. Food and drinks available. Free admission. $5 for parking. $65 for VIP tickets include a special meal, seating, and parking.

www.tubacaz.com

Sponsoring Agency: Tubac Golf Resort & Spa

Tucson - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
Call for event schedules

4th of July Celebration

Tucson Convention Center

260 S Church Ave

520-791-4101

Food drinks, entertainment, and a classic car show. Let Freedom Sing concert of patriotic songs (tickets may be purchased at the door). Fireworks over "A" Mountain (conditions permitting) at 9pm. $4/vehicle parking and free admission to most of the events

www.tucsonaz.gov

Sponsoring Agency: City of Tucson

July 4, 2008
6pm

Fredompalooza

Club Congress at Hotel Congress

311 E Congress St

520-622-8848

Live entertainment and barbecue followed by fireworks. $5 admission

www.hotelcongress.com/club

Sponsoring Agency: Hotel Congress

July 5, 2008
6pm

Celebrate Freedom

Old Tucson Studios

201 S Kinney Rd

520-883-0100

Family fun, live entertainment, and fireworks after dark. $5-$10

www.oldtucson.com

Sponsoring Agency: Old Tucson Studios

Wellton - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
After dark

4th of July Fireworks

Butterfield Park

10234 Dome St

928-785-3348

Food booths and fireworks. Free

www.town.wellton.az.us

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Wellton Parks and Recreation Commission

Williams - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008

Small Town 4th of July

Various locations

Chamber offices at 200 W Railroad Ave

Parade, BBQ, ice cream social, arts and crafts, family activities. Fireworks in the evening. Free

www.williamschamber.com

Sponsoring Agency: Williams Chamber of Commerce

Winslow - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
10am children's parade with fireworks after dark

Fourth of July Family Day & Fireworks

Festivities at Winslow City Park

Fireworks at Winslow High School

928-289-2434

Parade followed by an old fashioned carnival with family activities and a youth talent show. Flag retirement ceremony just before dusk. Fireworks display at dusk. Free

www.winslowarizona.org

Sponsoring Agency: Town of Winslow

Yuma - Return to the top of the page

July 4, 2008
7am

21st Annual Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony

Friendship Tower at the Ray Kroc Complex

Friendship Park

928-343-1715

Flag raising ceremony with military color guard and firing party, patriotic music, and guest speaker. Free

www.caballeros.org

Sponsoring Agency: Caballeros de Yuma

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