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Fourth of July deals: Freebies, deals for heroes on Independence Day!

Posted at 7:51 AM, Jul 03, 2018
and last updated 2018-07-04 16:04:12-04

From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities from fireworks and firing cannons, to parades, concerts and barbecues. It's time to thank those who fought and still fight for our freedom with some deals!

First up -- fireworks of course!

Wet N' Wild is doing fireworks Tuesday and Wednesday, with scheduled showings set 15 minutes before the park closes (around 8:45 p.m.). Military members, veterans, police officers, firefighters and EMTs get free admission, and then 50% off admission for up to six family members!

Cobblestone Auto Spa is offering all veterans and active military personnel a free car wash on the 4th of July. It's a free express car wash that would normally cost $12. Military members can get $5 off any full-service wash that day during normal business hours as well. Click here to find a location near you.

Don't miss the Blue Star Program at Arizona Science Center, offering free admission for active military and their families all summer! Click here for more details.

Between July 4 and July 6, veterans get receive 15-percent off at Grimaldi's Pizzeria.

Other retailers offer military discounts both on the 4th, and in some cases year-round:

  • Get 5% off select gear every day at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's
  • Foot Locker offers 20% off on most online purchases after verifying service
  • Home Depot and Lowe's offer 10% off

Do you know of more deals for our heroes on the 4th of July? Email us, and we will add them to this list!