America 250 : Everyday Hero Vignettes
America 250: The Impact of Kindness, sponsored by Northwest Christian School
America 250: Competition is Defining, sponsored by Trajan Wealth
America 250: Real Courage, sponsored by Trajan Wealth
America 250: Achieving Dreams, sponsored by Trajan Wealth
America 250: How the UAW and other unions helped shape the nation
America 250: What Tampa looked like in 1776
Pontiac Transportation Museum celebrates city's role in shaping American history
Koli Equestrian Center offers horseback journey through Arizona’s indigenous history
America 250: Celebrating the impact of Henry Ford's moving assembly line
Passport250 offers a new way to discover Arizona’s landmarks and hidden gems
French woman walks America to honor the flag discovered in her father's pocket
Trump says UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
Events in Your Area
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Swim 250 at Hamilton Aquatic Center - July 1
CHANDLER - Chandler Aquatics invites you to swim, splash, and move your way through a year of themed challenges — all built around the number 250. Track your progress, earn rewards, and try something new each quarter! -
Community Festival - July 1
SAN TAN VALLEY - The entire community is invited to gather for San Tan Valley’s Community Festival, a celebration honoring the Fourth of July, America’s upcoming 250th Anniversary, and the Town of San Tan Valley’s Operational Independence Day. It will end with a drone show. -
Firework Fest at Westgate - July 3
GLENDALE - Celebrate America’s birthday at Westgate’s free patriotic celebration packed with live music, festive bites & drinks, family-friendly activations, local vendors + a dazzling display of fireworks! -
Celebrate America at Pleasant Harbor - July 3
LAKE PLEASANT - Join us at Pleasant Harbor for a festive July 3rd celebration with fireworks, live music, and free kid activities. -
Anthem - Independence Day Celebration - July 4
It's Anthem's Independence Day Celebration with a fireworks display, water slides, activities, and festival food! Families bring blankets and lawn chairs and sit back to enjoy the fun-filled event. -
Avondale - Light up the Sky - July 4
Located at Phoenix Raceway, featuring a 25-minute fireworks display at 8:25 p.m. with activities, food trucks, and a Kid Zone. -
Buckeye - Independence Day - July 4
Bring your friends and family and enjoy a relaxed evening celebrating Independence Day with the Buckeye community as we honor America’s 250th anniversary. -
Casa Grande - 4th of July Celebration - July 4
Celebrate the 4th of July with the City of Casa Grande. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with fireworks, inflatables, a bubble zone, lawn games, food trucks, and family fun. Admission is free and open to the public. -
Chandler - All-American Bash - July 4
CHANDLER - Celebrate 4th of July in Downtown Chandler and enjoy live music, yard games, food vendors and more. This year, there will be a 15-minute pyrotechnic show as part of the concert. -
Flagstaff - Fourth of July in the Pines - July 4
Recognized as a top small-town celebration, Flagstaff’s Fourth of July weekend offers cool mountain air, a historic downtown parade, and endless all-American fun. Instead of traditional fireworks, the festivities culminate at 9 p.m. with a mesmerizing, eco-friendly drone show designed to safely light up the night sky without the risk of wildfires. -
Florence - Freedom Fest 2026 - July 4
Celebrate 250 years of American independence at Florence's Freedom Fest 2026, featuring family activities, the town's biggest fireworks show, and a major concert by Sheila E. Join the fun on Saturday, July 4, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Florence Multipurpose Field and Aquatic Center -
Fool Hollow Lake - Independence Day Fireworks - July 4
Celebrate Independence Day at Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area with family activities and a beautiful day in the pines. Free entry into the park to see the fireworks is available starting at 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. -
Fountain Hills - Fourth at the Fountain - July 4
Put on your red, white, and blue and join friends and neighbors at Fountain Park on Saturday, July 4th to celebrate Independence Day in Fountain Hills! -
Gilbert - 4th of July Celebration - July 4
Experience live performances, a drone show, and a fireworks finale! General admission is free for everyone—upgrade to VIP for exclusive perks. -
Goodyear - Star Spangled 4th - July 4
Celebrate Independence Day with an unforgettable night at the Goodyear Ballpark! Enjoy food trucks, live music, and family fun, then experience the city's massive drone show, a stunning patriotic display in the sky. Entry, activities and parking are free. -
Mesa - Arizona Celebration of Freedom - July 4
Billed as "the coolest Independence Day celebration in Arizona," the event features live entertainment, family activities, and festivities honoring America's 250th birthday. -
Payson - Independence Day Celebration - July 4
Spectators can see fireworks, live music, and delicious food from vendors, with games and water activities throughout the day. -
Peoria - All-American Festival - July 4
The festival features family-friendly activities, interactive kids' zones, live music and entertainment, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display. -
Phoenix - Fabulous Fourth - July 4
The annual Fabulous Phoenix 4th features one of the largest fireworks displays in the Southwest. This free event attracts thousands of attendees to Steele Indian School Park in Central Phoenix for an incredible fireworks show and fun activities for the whole family. -
Prescott - Freedom Festival - July 4
Celebrate Independence Day and the nation's 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with the annual City of Prescott Freedom Festival at Pioneer Park. The festivities feature food trucks, a beer garden, live entertainment, family activities, and a fireworks display. -
Scottsdale - All American Afterglow - July 4
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday this Fourth of July at W Scottsdale’s “All American Afterglow.” Starting at 6:00 p.m., the adults-only (21+) Night Swim at the iconic WET Deck features live DJs, cocktails, and Scottsdale’s only chilled pool. Guests will enjoy a high-energy rooftop party culminating in front-row views of a dazzling fireworks display. Tickets start at $25, with VIP cabanas available. Hotel guests receive complimentary access. -
Scottsdale - Fireworks Over Fountain Court - July 4
Experience the magic of Fireworks Over Fountain Court at Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort. The resort lights up the night sky with spectacular fireworks displays set against the stunning backdrop of Fountain Court. -
Scottsdale - 4th of July Celebration at WestWorld - July 4
Enjoy fireworks, a rodeo, mutton busting, games and a BBQ. Fireworks begin approximately at 9:00pm, set against the McDowell Mountains -
Surprise - Independence Day Celebration - July 4
Celebrate your Fourth of July with spectacular fireworks, entertainment, delicious food and fun. Each year, we offer multiple ways to celebrate before the big show, including music and a pool party! -
Tempe - Tempe Town Lake celebration - July 4
Tempe 4th is Arizona’s biggest Fourth of July celebration, bringing the community together for an unforgettable night of energy, music, and patriotic pride. Enjoy a spectacular fireworks show lighting up the sky, alongside an exciting lineup of food trucks, refreshing water slides, a lively beer garden, and countless attractions for all ages. -
Williams - Arizona 4th - July 4
Celebrate the Fourth of July at Cureton Park with a patriotic community event honoring America's 250th Anniversary and the Route 66 Centennial. Enjoy festivities, music, and family fun. Bring your friends, wear red, white, and blue, and celebrate where freedom meets the open road!
Events In Your Area
America 250: The Stories
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Your 2026 Fourth of July guide on where to see fireworks in the Valley
With the Fourth of July just around the corner, cities all over the Valley are gearing up for some incredible celebrations! Here’s a list of events you’ll want to check out for your Fourth of July plans.
Step back in time at new U.S. history-themed ice cream shop in Chandler
The Utah-based ice cream shop is renowned for its American Revolution-themed atmosphere, inspired by the 1700s, and specializes in serving handcrafted “super-premium ice cream.”
French woman walks America to honor the flag discovered in her father's pocket
A French woman has made it her mission to walk and run across the United States — American flag in hand — as an act of gratitude toward a country of which she is not a citizen.
Trump suggests UFC structure on White House lawn could stay up permanently
Could a UFC arena become a permanent fixture on the White House lawn? President Trump thinks so. What do you think — should it stay or go?
One flag, 50 capitols: Glendale mayor completes 7-year patriotic mission
Glendale's mayor spent 7 years flying one American flag over all 50 state capitols to inspire patriotism ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary.
Trump to headline 'Great American State Fair' after artists drop out
President Donald Trump is now slated to headline a Freedom 250 event celebrating America's 250th anniversary after several musical acts dropped out over concerns about the event's political ties.
