4th of July Events in Greater Phoenix, AZ – 2017 Edition

That time of year when we celebrate our nation’s independence is nearly upon us! The greater Phoenix area has plenty of family-friendly events throughout the Valley where you can enjoy fireworks, kids’ activities, rides, games, entertainment, food and drink, and all-around fun times.

Below is an expansive listing of events greater Phoenix residents can look forward to for the July 4, 2017 holiday. While most events take place on Tuesday the 4th, note that some are being held in advance of Independence Day.

Phoenix & Valley of the Sun Independence Day Fireworks and Events

Click on the name of any of the events below for more details on:

• Specific activities offered
• When the fireworks will start
• Cost of admission and reservations for special areas
• Limitations on what you can bring to the venue
• The venue’s location
• Whether activities will be indoors or outdoors (most are outdoors)

Ahwatukee

Ahwatukee Red, White & Boom Fireworks Festival – Fri, 7/1/17, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Pecos Park (CANCELLED)

Anthem

Anthem Independence Day Celebration – Mon, 7/3/17, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Community Park

Cave Creek

3rd of July Fireworks – Mon, 7/3/17, starting at 5:30 p.m. – Harold’s Cave Creek Corral

Chandler

July 4th Fireworks Spectacular – Tue, 7/4/17, 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. – Tumbleweed Park

Fountain Hills

Fourth at the Fountain – Tue, 7/4/17, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Fountain Park

Glendale

Westgate Firework Fest – Tue, 7/4/17, 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. – Westgate Entertainment District

Goodyear

Star Spangled 4th – Tue, 7/4/17, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Goodyear Ballpark

Litchfield Park

Fourth of July Splash Bash – Tue, 7/4/17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. – Litchfield Park Recreation Center

Mesa

Arizona Celebration of Freedom – Tue, 7/4/17, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Mesa Convention Center

Peoria

4th of July Celebration – Tue, 7/4/17, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Peoria Sports Complex

Phoenix

Fabulous Phoenix 4th – Tue, 7/4/17, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Steele Indian School Park

Tempe

July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival – Tue, 7/4/17, starting at 5 p.m. – Tempe Town Lake

Scottsdale

4th of July Celebration – Tue, 7/4/17, 3 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. – Westworld of Scottsdale

Summer Concert (Mogollon) & Fireworks – Sun, 7/2/17, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. – McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park

Surprise

4th of July Celebration – Tue, 7/4/17, starting at 4:30 p.m. – Surprise Recreation Campus

Have a Cool Fourth of July

Given how hot it is in the Valley this time of year, be sure to bring plenty of water with you to these events, and anything that can offer you shade. Check the event pages for details on what each venue provides and what you’re allowed to bring with you in terms of food, drink and shade.

From our families to yours, we wish you a happy, healthy, safe and fun Independence Day!