Fun ways to celebrate the Fourth on all four days of the long weekend around the Valley to the High Country.
(Note: City of Phoenix has canceled its Fabulous Phoenix Fourth, Light Up the Sky at the American Family Fields and After Dark in the Park due to supply chain issues affecting access to fireworks. Pleasant Harbor at Lake Pleasant also announced the cancellation of its annual fireworks due to supply chain issues.)
Friday, July 1–Monday, July 4
Lights on the Lawn 2022
6–10 p.m.
Continental Country Club
2380 N. Oakmont Drive, Flagstaff
[email protected]
https://tinyurl.com/kkthwudh
$50–$150/Concert tickets; Free/Admission on the 4th
A weekend-long celebration full of eats, live music, lawn games, fundraisers, kids zones and finally, a laser light show. See the full schedule of events online.
Saturday, July 2
Independence Day Picnic
3–11 p.m.
New River Kiwanis Community Park
48606 N. 17th Ave., New River
602-739-1235
www.newriverkiwanis.org
Free
Bring food from home or purchase a burger on site. Watch a pick-up softball game between the Phoenix Fire Department and the Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical teams. Plus, live music, bounce houses and fireworks.
Saturday, July 2
Independence Day Bash
4–9 p.m.
Triple Creek Kitchen & Spirits
300 N. Montezuma St., Prescott
928-533-5104
www.visitarizona.com/events/independence-day-bash
Free
Local businesses put on a show, including a live performance by country artist Josh Scott, food, drinks and fun at the splash pad.
Sunday, July 3
Westgate’s Firework Fest
5–9 p.m.
Westgate Entertainment District
6770 N. Sunrise Blvd., Glendale
480-387-5678
www.westgateaz.com/event/america/
Free
Live music by Nashville band The Roads Below, dinner deals from nearby establishments, face painting, balloon twisting, splash zone, beer garden and of course, a fireworks show.
Sunday, July 3
The 22nd Annual Independence Day Event
5:30–9:30 p.m.
Anthem Community Park
41703 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy., Anthem
Free admission and parking; $20/All-You-Can-Ride wristbands
www.onlineatanthem.com
Water slides, carnival rides, inflatables, stilt walkers, jugglers, glitter tattoos, a beer garden, food trucks, dancing, National anthem observance and fireworks. See a full list of community park area/street closures online, as well as the traffic control plan. Wristbands recommended to be purchased in advance at Anthem Community Center or Anthem Civic Building.
Sunday, July 3
Red, White and Biltmore
6–10 p.m.
Arizona Biltmore
2400 E. Missouri Ave., Phoenix
602-955-6600
www.arizonabiltmore.com/resort-activities
Free
Dress in patriotic wear for fun food trucks, festive libations and a laser show. Open to the public.
Monday, July 4
Clarkdale’s Old-Fashioned 4th of July
7 a.m–11 a.m.
Clarkdale Town Park
1011 Main St., Clarkdale
928-639-2400
www.clarkdale.az.gov
Free
Children’s parade, kids games, fire truck rides and an ice cream social.
Monday, July 4
Flagstaff Independence Day Parade
9–11 a.m.
Historic Downtown Flagstaff
W. Elm Ave. & N. Beaver St., Flagstaff
[email protected]
www.flagstaffchamber.com
Free
Gather along the streets of downtown Flagstaff to view the patriotic parade, hosted by the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce.
Monday, July 4
4th of July Wet Fest
Noon–4 p.m.
Sedona Community Pool
570 Posse Ground Road, Sedona
928-282-3113
https://bit.ly/3HFigJt
Free
One giant pool party amongst the red rocks, featuring a live DJ, food trucks, face painting, a photo booth and giant water slides.
Monday, July 4
A Flag Fourth
3–5 p.m.
Pepsi Amphitheater at Fort Tuthill Park
113 E. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff
928-774-5107
www.flagstaffsymphony.org
Free
Escape the Valley heat to enjoy an outdoor patriotic pops concert up north, put on by the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra. Bring chairs, blankets and sunscreen.
Monday, July 4
Red, White and Boom
3–9 p.m.
Mountain Valley Park
8600 E. Nace Lane, Prescott Valley
928-759-3090
www.prescottvalley-az.gov
Free
An inflatable playground, live music, food trucks, beer garden and a fireworks display. Bring chairs, blankets and coolers.
Monday, July 4
Cottonwood 4th of July Fireworks
4–9:30 p.m.
Verde Valley Fairgrounds
800 E. Cherry St., Cottonwood
928-634-5526
www.verdevalleyevents.com/event/cottonwood-4th-of-july-fireworks
Free
An extravaganza full of kid’s games, a VFW patriotic salute, free food and a festive fireworks display.
Monday, July 4
Scottsdale 4th of July Celebration
5–9:30 p.m.
WestWorld of Scottsdale
16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale
480-656-9940
www.scottsdale4th.com
$15/General admission; $41/Adult VIP barbecue; $21/Children VIP barbecue; $41/Vehicle premier parking; $26/Vehicle general parking; $20/Vehicle fireworks only
All-American food, bull riding, mutton busting, dog shows, balloon artists, face painters, cake walk, live musical performances and the show’s largest fireworks display yet.