Looking for somewhere to celebrate the Fourth of July this year? There are many events across the state of Arizona that weekend to celebrate our country’s independence. Check out these top 4th of July celebrations in Arizona this year.
July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival
CBS 5’s July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival produced by the Kiwanis Club of Tempe is an afternoon and evening celebration that begins at 4:00 p.m. at Tempe Town Lake.
The July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival includes the Kiwanis Club of Tempe 59th Annual Fireworks Spectacular fireworks show that will be shot from the Mill Avenue Bridge. There will be a main stage featuring live local entertainment. Those expected to perform on the main stage are NO BIG DEAL – Rock ‘n Roll High School, Roxster, Casey Lee Smith, KONGOS and the Joey Arroyo Band.
Tickets will be on sale through July 4th at all Fry’s food stores. Tickets are $6.00 at Fry’s and children 12 and under are free. Tickets at the gate will be $8.00 per person or $15.00 for two people. On-site ticket sales will stop when the park reaches capacity.
For more information visit tempe4th.com.
Freedom Wireless Fabulous Phoenix Fourth
The city of Phoenix will hold the Freedom Wireless Fabulous Phoenix Fourth for the 25th straight year on Sunday, July 4 from 6 to 10:00 p.m. at Steele Indian School Park. Entertainment begins at 6 p.m. and fireworks will begin at approximately 9:20 p.m.
There will be local entertainment, a giant misting area to cool off, inflatable rides, three stages of entertainment, a Classic Car exhibit and one of the biggest fireworks displays in the state. There will also be plenty of food and beverage vendors.
For more information visit phoenix.gov.
Fire Safe Fireworks in Flagstaff
The City of Flagstaff will hold the “Fire-Safe Fireworks” event this Fourth of July at the Flagstaff Mall & The Marketplace.
The actual fireworks show will start around 9:00 p.m., but spectators are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs and arrive early. Select stores in the Flagstaff Mall will remain open past 6:00 p.m. and most retailers at The Marketplace will be open until 9:00 p.m.
For more information visit flagstaffarizona.org.
July 4th, “A Star Spangled Shoot Out!” at Rawhide
Rawhide, located in Chandler, will hold a July 4th celebration called “A Star Spangled Shoot Out!” from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Attractions and entertainment include live music throughout town, action packed western performances and an aerial fireworks display.
Admission is $10 per person (ages 6 & up). Kids 5 years old and under are Free. Admission cost includes Rawhide attractions, entertainment and aerial fireworks display.
For more information visit rawhide.com.
4th of July at W Scottsdale Hotel
Spend the 4th of July poolside with a cool cocktail in hand listening to the pop rock beats of the Plain White T’s (“Hey There Delilah”) while taking in one of the city’s best fireworks displays (9pm), rooftop at W Scottsdale Hotel.
Additional artists include American indie pop band Chester French, W Scottsdale favorite Kelley James, DJ White and many others. Festivities get underway Friday, July 2 and last all weekend long. The hotel’s Summer Holiday Package features room rates from just $179 and includes access to W’s new indoor/outdoor VIP space, The Bungalow, featuring frozen fruit treats, luscious libations, assortment of popular magazines, variety of sunscreens and a late checkout of 4pm.
For more information visit WHotels.com/Scottsdaleoffers.