By Taylor Skeivik
Sunday, June 30th
Independence Day Concert: Kick off the Independence Day holiday week with the Scottsdale Philharmonic! Join for a patriotic concert featuring guest conductor Dana Graybeal and a beautiful venue with ample, free parking. Enjoy a selection of classical and patriotic music. Concert tickets start at $20, with free tickets available online for students and active military/veterans. 4 to 6pm. La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 E Bell Rd., Scottsdale. scottsdalephilharmonic.com
Red, White & Choo & Choo: All aboard for a mix of old-school attractions and modern family fun to celebrate Independence Day! There will be bounce houses, water slides, foam cannons, face painting, games, rides, live music by Rock Lobster and of course, fireworks! Tickets must be purchased online and are $15 per person ages 3 and older, ages 2 and under are free. 4 to 9pm. McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, 7301 E. Indian Bend Rd., Scottsdale. Visit therailroadpark.com for ticket information and more.
Wednesday, July 3rd
Anthem’s Independence Day Celebration: Anthem Community Park will have a fireworks display, fun rides and water slides, activities, petting zoon and festival food! Families bring blankets and lawn chairs and sit back to enjoy the fun-filled event. Parking and admission are free. Food, beverages, and some activities will have fees – unlimited water slide and obstacle course wristbands will be $25 each. 5:30 to 9:30pm. Anthem Community Park, 41703 N. Gavilan Park Pkwy., Anthem. onlineatanthem.com
Celebrate America at Pleasant Harbor: Join us for our annual July 3rd Fireworks Celebration along the shores of Lake Pleasant. There will be free kid activities with inflatable waterslides and bounce houses. Enjoy food trucks, novelty vendors, and more. So come enjoy the fun! Lawn chairs and coolers are welcome. Canopies allowed until sunset then they MUST be taken down. The event itself is free to attend, however there is a parking fee to enter Pleasant Harbor: $35 per vehicle; or $40 with vehicle and watercraft. Festivities begin at 5pm and fireworks begin at 9:00pm. Pleasant Harbor at Lake Pleasant, 8708 W. Harbor Blvd., Peoria. pleasantharbor.com/event/
Thursday, July 4th
Avondale’s Light Up the Sky Independence Day Celebration: Ignite your celebration at the Light Up the Sky Independence Day Celebration! VIP guests will dance to a DJ, play cornhole, and enjoy gourmet food. The free general admission area offers tailgate parking with friends and family, a variety of food trucks, games in the Kid Zone, and live music, all leading up to a spectacular 25-minute fireworks show at 8:25pm. 6 to 9pm. Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale. avondaleaz.gov
Buckeye’s Independence Day Celebration: Grab some blankets and chairs to enjoy this tailgate style Independence Day Celebration. Invite your favorite people, bring fun yard games, and do not forget the water! This festive event will also include All-American eats & treats with a variety of food trucks and vendors and a concert! The patriotic celebration will finish with a drive-in style firework show at approximately 8:30 pm. 6 to 9pm. Buckeye Airport, 3000 S. Palo Verde Rd., Buckeye. buckeyeaz.gov/community/residents/events-in-buckeye
Chandler’s July 4th All-American Bash: Celebrate Independence Day in Downtown Chandler and enjoy live music by Cold Shott and the Hurricane Horns, yard games, food vendors, pyrotechnics and more! This year, at 8:20pm there will be a 5-minute pyrotechnic show instead of fireworks as part of the concert. 7 to 9:30pm. A.J. Chandler Park: Stage Plaza, 178 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler. Learn more at: chandleraz.gov/4thofjuly
Fabulous Phoenix Fourth: Celebrate Independence Day at the annual Fabulous Phoenix Fourth! This free, family-friendly event features live music, exciting children’s activities, food and beverage vendors, an exhibit of antique and classic vehicles, including military displays, and a spectacular fireworks show. Don’t miss an unforgettable evening of fun and festivities! 6 to 10pm. Steele Indian School Park, 300 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix. phoenix.gov
Fountain Hills Fourth at the Fountain: Put on your red, white, and blue and join friends and neighbors at Fountain Park to celebrate Independence Day in Fountain Hills! The festivities start at 7:00 PM with music and prizes, followed by a performance from Rock Lobster from 7:30 to 9:00 PM. The evening will end with a spectacular fireworks display over the picturesque Fountain Lake at 9:00 PM, with the world-famous fountain illuminated in red, white, and blue. This is a community-wide event open to all ages and completely free of charge. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, and picnic baskets to relax and enjoy a fun-filled evening in the park. Food vendors will be available, offering Italian ice, frozen lemonade, and other treats to help beat the heat. Fountain Park, 12925 N. Saguaro Blvd., Fountain Hills. experiencefountainhills.org
Gilbert 4th of July Celebration: Join in for the 2024 Gilbert 4th of July Celebration at Gilbert Regional Park. The free, family friendly event will feature live performances from Chad Freeman & Redline, Dirt Road- The Jason Aldean Experience and Kenny Chesney Tribute, aerial entertainment, food trucks, and of course a firework show at 8:50pm to end the evening, weather permitting. Admission is free. Onsite parking is $15 per car. 4 to 9:30pm. Gilbert Regional Park, 3005 E Queen Creek Rd., near Higley and Queen Creek. gilbertaz.gov
Goodyear’s Star-Spangled 4th: Goodyear will celebrate Independence Day with a boom! Enjoy live music on stage, indulge in food trucks and drinks, and have fun with bounce houses, all leading up to the main event – a mesmerizing patriotic fireworks show! Admission, activities, and parking are free! Gates open at 6pm, fireworks start at 9pm. Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear. goodyearaz.gov/events
Maricopa’s Great American 4th & Tailgate: The City of Maricopa is ready to celebrate! Take delight in live music performances, water slides, an exclusive pool party, a beer garden, food trucks, vendors, and much more! Cap off the night by grabbing a spot on the lawn to watch the most popular fireworks show of the year! Visit the website as space is limited and you must reserve your space. Prices vary. 7 to 9:30 pm. Copper Sky Regional Park, 4345 MLK Jr. Blvd. Maricopa.ga4th.com
Mesa’s Celebration of Freedom: Join the City of Mesa for a fantastic patriotic event! This FREE event has plenty of family friendly activities including live music by the Bayou Bandits, Laser Light Show, War Reenactments, Yankee Doodle Kids Zone, Great All-American Car Show, Superhero Stunt Show, Fallen Soldiers Memorial, food, drinks, and more! Followed by a spectacular fireworks display at 9:30pm! 6 to 10pm. 263 N. Center St., Mesa. azcelebrationoffreedom.com
Payson’s Hometown 4th of July: There isn’t a single better place to spend 4th of July than in Arizona’s hometown: Payson. Come enjoy family fun and gorgeous weather. If you’ve been before, you know that it’s magical. If you have never been, what are you waiting for? Make this 4th of July one to remember with live music by Moonshine Mafia and Donny Grubb Band, pie eating contest, yard games, kids water zone, food trucks, and more. Fireworks are scheduled to start at 9p.m. Find out more (like parking maps, FAQs and more) about this free and fun-filled day at paysonrimcountry.com/4thofjuly. 1000 W. Country Club Dr. Payson, AZ 85541
Peoria‘s All-American Festival: Join the city of Peoria for its All-American Festival! This annual Independence Day celebration features free, family-friendly entertainment including live music by The Spazmatics, an 80’s New Wave tribute band, outdoor games, thrilling BMX performances by the Superhero Stunt Team, a variety of food and beverage vendors serving all-American classics, and the BEST FIREWORKS SHOW in Arizona! Free admission. 6p.m. to 9p.m. Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria AZ. For more information visit peoriaaz.gov
Schnepf Farms Hometown Fourth: Celebrate our Country’s Independence Day at Schnepf Farms, a patriotic event for the entire community! This event will have water inflatables, music, food trucks, beer & wine garden, vendors, fireworks and more! Tickets are $40/Carload. This Car Pass includes admission for everyone in your car. We will not be selling tickets onsite. 4-9p.m. 24810 S. Rittenhouse Rd., Queen Creek. Parking maps and tickets are available online at schnepffarms.com
Scottsdale’s 11th Annual 4th of July Celebration: Come out for a day filled with excitement and celebration at Scottsdale’s Independence Day event! The festivities will feature the largest fireworks display in Scottsdale history starting at 9:00 PM, with the event ending promptly after. Enjoy bull-riding and mutton busting for kids presented by Copper State Rodeo Company. Watch the 2nd Annual Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers Summer Slider Eating Contest Championship on the mainstage, with 14 finalists competing for grand prizes. Participate in lively games such as musical chairs, cake walks, and more. The event will also feature the presentation of colors and the National Anthem. Savor delicious BBQ provided by M Culinary and celebrate outstanding leaders in the 5th annual Parade of Heroes. Please note that this is a cashless event. 5 to 9p.m. WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale. Purchase tickets online at: scottsdale4th.com
Surprise Independence Day Celebration: There are a couple viewing options here. Join us at the Surprise Community Park(Mark Coronado Park) from 6 to 9pm, where entertainment and food trucks are available for purchase. At Surprise Stadium you can enjoy a free baseball game before the fireworks show! The Oakland A’s and Texas Rangers minor league teams will face off at 5 p.m. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. The stadium will remain open after the completion of the game for those who would like to watch the fireworks from the stadium seats. Surprise Community Park, 15960 N Bullard Ave, Surprise. Surprise Stadium, 15850 N. Bullard Ave., Surprise. surpriseaz.gov
Tempe Town Lake July 4th Festival: Enjoy an evening filled with family-friendly fun, live entertainment, delicious food, kids’ activities, and a spectacular fireworks display. The event will feature bands playing your favorite hits, along with tasty eats and exciting festivities for kids, all leading up to a grand fireworks show. The Kids Zone will offer a free inflatable village for all ages, with a variety of rides, rock climbing walls, and more. Savor the taste of summer with a range of paid food options to satisfy any craving, including smoothies, ice cream, paletas, and chocolate-covered delights. 4 to 10pm. Tempe Beach Park, 80 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe. tempe4th.com
Wickenburg 4th of July Spectacular: Join the Town of Wickenburg for the 4th of July Spectacular! This event is bigger and better than ever before with Live Music from Zero Gravity Fighters, vendors, food trucks, off – road showcase, water slides, face painting, and much more! Bring your chairs, blankets, and coolers. Free. 6 to 9:30p.m. Firework show at 9p.m. Sunset Park, 3020 W. Wickenburg Way, Wickenburg. wickenburgaz.org/event