Celebrate the Fourth with fireworks fun in the Valley
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Independence Day is right around the corner, and if you're looking for a fireworks show to celebrate America's 250th birthday, we've got you covered.
Fabulous Phoenix 4th: Live music and other entertainment, a car show, a kids zone with inflatables, games and water slides, and local vendors selling food and artisan goods.
- Steele Indian School Park, Saturday, starts at 6pm, fireworks begin at 9:40pm.
Arizona Celebration of Freedom: Head to downtown Mesa for live entertainment, games, a superhero stunt show, championship wrestling, a laser light show and more.
- 263 N. Center St., starting at 6pm, drone show at 9:25pm and fireworks at 9:35pm.
Fourth at the Fountain: Celebrate at Fountain Hills' namesake fountain with a show by Roger Clyne and The Peacemakers.
- Fountain Park, 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm, fireworks at 9pm.
All-American Festival: The city of Peoria hosts live music, family-friendly, interactive activities, patriotic photo opportunities and a roller derby demonstration.
- Peoria Sports Complex, 5–9pm
If you're looking to get out of town and beat the heat, check out these events:
Prescott Freedom Festival: Live music, games, inflatables and other family-friendly activities, plus food vendors and a beer garden.
- Pioneer Park, 3pm, fireworks at 9pm.
Celebrating America's Freedom Drone Show: High wildfire risk means no fireworks in Flagstaff, but you can take in their July 4 drone show, plus food, family activities and live music.
- Foxglenn Park, Saturday, 4pm, drone show at 9pm.
- And if you're there earlier in the day, catch the Independence Day parade in Historic Downtown Flagstaff, 9–11am.
There are plenty of other Independence Day events across the Valley and state, so check these lists to find one near you.