Fourth of July is just around the corner, and we’re here to help you find the best ways to celebrate with your friends and family. There isn’t a better place to celebrate the Fourth than in Phoenix Valley, soaking up the gorgeous natural views and balmy summer nights! Below, we’re covering all of the top ways to celebrate the season, and plan to help you to make the most out of your local community experience in Phoenix Valley.
1. Soak up free fun at the Arizona Celebration of Freedom (Mesa, AZ)
This family hit is completely free to attend and is one of the city’s most popular events. Attendees can enjoy Arizona’s largest free Fourth of July firework show, and spectacular live entertainment. The gathering is held at the Mesa Convention Center and Mesa Amphitheater near 1st Street and University Drive.
The event has fun for all ages and starts at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 4. You’ll be able to enjoy delicious eats from some of Mesa’s most popular food vendors and hot spots, as well as a variety of signature drinks and snacks. There are also several beer gardens featuring handcrafted IPAs and other delicious beverages of choice. The celebration is going even bigger in 2022 and will feature a BMX event, live music, the Great All-American Car Show on-premises, and historical reenactments.
Finally, the night concludes with fireworks beginning at 9:30 p.m. — giving you Instagram-worthy snapshots and the perfect ending to your 2022 Fourth of July.
2. Tempe’s Red, White, and Floom Independence Day Celebration (Tempe, AZ)
Looking for something a little more laid back? Come down to Tempe Beach Park, and enjoy a free Fourth of July celebration a day early! This event is a smaller, community-based event and is perfect for the kids, kicking off the festivities early on July 3, 2022. The best part? Admission is completely free!
Beginning at 6:00 p.m., you’ll be able to roam the park and eat at some of the finest food trucks that Tempe has to offer. Explore the grounds and take in free live musical entertainment, children’s activities and recreational booths, and a dazzling firework show over Tempe Town Lake.
3. Fourth of July Freedom Fest at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess (Scottsdale, AZ)
Looking to celebrate the entire weekend of the Fourth? We’ve got you covered. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is one of the most beautiful places to stay in the state, offering breathtaking desert views and indulgent comfort and amenities throughout the grounds. Take a stay-cation and celebrate poolside with some of the most delicious culinary offerings that the Phoenix Valley has to offer. Then, savor a nightly firework display during the Fourth of July Freedom Fest from July 1-4. The Fairmont will be lighting up the night with a grand display that allows you to view from your favorite spots —including Sunset Beach, Princess Pool, or Lagoon Lawn.
The hotel has also connected with retired veterans in the area to put on an exclusive vintage airshow, featuring fly-overs from WWII, Korean War, and Vietnam War-era aircraft. Get out and explore at the hotel events, or stick to poolside movies and libations as you celebrate the birth of our nation. There’s no wrong way to celebrate!
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