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.
Click here to explore other local independence celebrations and join us in honoring 250 years of American history through community voices, storytelling, and connection.
FIREWORK FEST AT WESTGATE
Celebrate America’s birthday at Westgate’s free patriotic celebration packed with live music, festive bites & drinks, family-friendly activities, local vendors + a dazzling display of fireworks!
- When: July 3 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Address: Westgate Entertainment District
- Cost: Free Admission
ANTHEM’S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
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.
- When: July 3 from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Address: Community Park [41703 N Gavilan Peak Parkway]
- Cost: Free Admission
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AVONDALE’S LIGHT UP THE SKY
Located at Phoenix Raceway, featuring a 25-minute fireworks display at 8:25 p.m. with activities, food trucks, and a Kid Zone.
When: July 4, starting at 6 p.m. with fireworks starting at 8:25 p.m.
- Address: Phoenix Raceway [7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr.] in Avondale
- Cost: Free Admission
GOODYEAR'S STAR-SPANGLED 4TH
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.
- When: July 4 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Address: Goodyear Ballpark [1933 S Ballpark Way]
- Cost: Free admission
RELATED: Test your knowledge of USA history with our fun America 250 quiz
ALL-AMERICAN FESTIVAL IN AVONDALE
The festival features family-friendly activities, interactive kids' zones, live music and entertainment, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display.
When: July 4 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Address: Main Stadium at Peoria Sports Complex [16101 N. 83rd Ave]
Cost: Free Admission
SURPRISE’S INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
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!
- When: July 4- celebration starts at 6 p.m., and fireworks are scheduled to begin at 8:45 p.m.
- Surprise Community Park [16089 N. Bullard Ave.]
- Mark Coronado Park [15960 N. Bullard Ave.]
- Cost: Free Admission
38TH ANNUAL FABULOUS PHOENIX 4TH
The annual Fabulous Phoenix 4th is renowned for hosting one of the “largest fireworks displays in the Southwest.” This free event draws thousands of attendees to Steele Indian School Park in Central Phoenix, offering an impressive fireworks show and a variety of fun activities for the entire family.
- When: July 4 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The fireworks show is slated to start at 9:40 p.m.
- Address: Steele Indian School Park, located at 3rd St. and Indian School Rd in Phoenix
- Cost: Free Admission
BUCKEYE’S INDEPENDENCE DAY
Bring your friends and family and enjoy a relaxed evening celebrating Independence Day with the Buckeye community as we honor America’s 250th anniversary.
- When: July 4 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Address: Buckeye Airport [3000 S. Palo Verde Rd.]
- Cost: Free Admission
SCOTTSDALE'S 13TH ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Enjoy fireworks, a rodeo, mutton busting, games, and BBQ.
- When: July 4 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Address: WestWorld of Scottsdale [16601 N. Pima Rd.]
- Cost: You can purchase tickets for the event right here.
TEMPE RELOCATES ‘FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION’
This year's 'Tempe 4th of July Celebration' will be held once again at the Tempe Diablo Stadium.
The city initially scheduled the 2026 celebration at Tempe Town Lake on the Fourth of July, featuring live music, food trucks, water slides, a beer garden, and a fireworks display lighting up the sky, with tickets available for purchase. However, plans have now been updated, and those who have purchased tickets to the event “will soon receive an email with refund information,” as announced by the city.
According to a news release by the city, the relocation of the event is due to “unforeseen circumstances with the company contracted to produce the event.” The news release says, “On Tuesday, June 23, Allure Event Company notified the City of Tempe that they would be unable to proceed with the production of this year’s event at Tempe Beach Park.” You can read the city’s full statement right here.
Here's what you need to know if you plan on going to the Tempe Diablo Stadium celebration:
- The event takes place on Saturday, July 4, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fireworks are expected to start at approximately 9 p.m.
- Tickets are $2.50 each “in honor of America 250.”
- Children 5 and under are free.
- The city shared that more ticket information will be available on Tuesday, June 30, at tempe.gov/Tempe4th.
FOURTH AT THE FOUNTAIN IN FOUNTAIN HILLS
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!
- When: July 4 from 6:30 p.m. and fireworks slated to begin at 9 p.m.
- Address: Fountain Park in Fountain Hills [12925 N Saguaro Blvd]
- Cost: Free admission
ARIZONA CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM IN MESA
Billed as "the coolest Independence Day celebration in Arizona," the event features live entertainment, family activities, and festivities honoring America's 250th birthday.
- When: July 4 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Address: Mesa Convention Center & Mesa Amp complex [263 N. Center St.]
- Cost: Free Admission
GILBERT’S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Experience live performances, a drone show, and a fireworks finale! General admission is free for everyone—upgrade to VIP for exclusive perks.
- When: July 4 from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Address: Gilbert Regional Park [3005 E Queen Creek Rd]
- Cost: General admission is free, while the VIP experience is an optional upgrade; on-site parking is available for $20 per car.
SAN TAN VALLEY’S COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
Every resident 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.
- When: July 1 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Address: Poston Butte High School [32375 N Gantzel Rd] in San Tan Valley
- Cost: Free Admission
CASA GRANDE’S 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
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.
- When: July 4 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. - fireworks are slated to begin at 9 p.m.
- Address: Paul Mason Sports Complex [2525 N. Pinal Ave] in Casa Grande
- Cost: Free Admission
ALL-AMERICAN BASH IN CHANDLER
Celebrate the 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.
- When: July 4 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Address: Dr. A.J. Chandler Park: Stage Plaza [178 E. Commonwealth Ave.]
- Cost: Free Admission
