Updated for 2009
Tempe, Arizona is probably best known for being the home of Arizona State University. Many popular events take place during the year in and around downtown Tempe, which includes Tempe Town Lake and Tempe Beach Park. The July 4th celebration is very well attended, and it is usually televised.
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What is it called?
The official name of the event is "CBS 5 Tempe Town Lake Festival Produced by the Kiwanis Club of Tempe".Do You have any pictures?
Yes! Here are pictures of the festivities at the July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival.Where is the July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival?
Tempe Town Lake in downtown Tempe, Arizona.When is it?
Saturday, July 4th. Gates open at 4 p.m.What will happen at the July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival?
The Tempe Marketplace Fantastic Family Fest is an inflatable village with rides, activities, rock climbing wall and more. The Main Stage features local live entertainment.The SRP Fireworks Show will be shot from the Mill Avenue Bridge and choreographed to patriotic and classical music. Food and beverages are available for purchase. Adults can visit the Budweiser Beer Garden.
Tentative Event Schedule:
4 p.m. - Gates open at Tempe Beach Park
4 – 5 p.m. - Telescope performs
5 – 6 p.m. - Lil Debbie and the Blue Plate Special performs
6 p.m. - Flag retirement by Eagle Scout candidate, Cenric Nigbur, in an effort to earn his Eagle Scout award
6 – 8 p.m. - Joey Arroyo Band performs
6:40 p.m. - Mayor Hugh Hallman welcomes attendees
7 p.m. - National anthem performed by Star-Spangled Idol winner, Kianna Martinez
7:10 p.m. - Flyover of F-16s from the 62nd Fighter Squadron from Luke Air Force Base
8 – 9 p.m. - Calumet performs
9:20 – 10 p.m. - ProTix Fireworks Spectacular
10 – 11 p.m. | Calumet performs
Splash Playground at Tempe Town Lake will be open.
What does it cost?
Children 12 and under are free. Anyone showing a current military ID is free. Tickets at the door are $8, or two for $15 (until sold out).Are there any other discounts available?
You can get $5 advance tickets at various City of Tempe locations through July 3rd. You can get $5 advance tickets at Fry’s and Fry’s Marketplace stores (June 3rd until noon on July 4th). Advance general admission tickets are $6 each when purchased through www.ProTixonline.com or at 1-866-9ProTix but a service charge will be added. Tickets will be sold at the gate until park reaches capacity. Pre-sale tickets will be honored all night.How do I get to the July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival, and where should I park?
Here's a map and directions to Tempe Town lake. There are several pay lots near Tempe Town lake, but parking is always tough during big downtown Tempe events like this one. You can find parking maps and information about free bus transportation online.The Arizona Department of Transportation usually provides detailed motorist information, including any travel or road restrictions, for this event. Call 5-1-1, then *7. The call is free.
What else do I need to know?
Last year more than 50,000 people attended the festival. First come first serve on lawn seating. Blankets and portable chairs welcome. No pets. No food or coolers. Only manufacturer's sealed containers of water (1 gallon / per person) allowed, no other food or beverage. No skates or bicycles. No pets.What if I have more questions?
Visit the July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival web site, or you can call the hot line at 480-350-5189.Looking for another 4th of July community or special event? All the celebrations and fireworks are listed in the Greater Phoenix July 4th Celebration Index.
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