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Buckeye 4th of July Celebration

Independence Day in Buckeye, Arizona

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Updated for 2009

Due to budget constraints, Buckeye will not have a 4th of July celebration this year. Check next year for 2010 information.

Buckeye is a growing community located west of Phoenix, Arizona. Wear your swimsuit and bring your towel -- there's lots of wet fun at Buckeye's 4th of July celebration.

See pictures of the Buckeye 4th of July celebration.

If the Buckeye event isn't the one you are looking for, try the Greater Phoenix 4th of July Celebration Index.

What is it called?

Buckeye 4th of July Celebration

Where is it?

Celebrate parkside at the Earl Edgar Recreational Complex, Miller Rd and Beloat. Celebrate poolside at the Buckeye Aquatic Center, 9th St. and Monroe.

When is it?

No event in 2009.

What will happen at the Buckeye 4th of July Celebration?

Buckeye residents have a choice of two ways to celebrate the 4th, parkside or poolside.

Parkside offers the Spectacular Global Water Splash Park, including water slides, slip-n-slides, splash bomb court, water volleyball courts and a rock wall. Little ones can enjoy the Toddler Water Play Pen with sprinkler fun, wading pools and water toys. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The fireworks display and music will begin at 8:45 p.m.

Poolside takes place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Families can enjoy traditional water games throughout the evening and fireworks poolside.

What does it cost?

Admission to Parkside is free. Parking is free, but limited. Admission to Poolside is $2 per person, and is limited to the first 400 people.

What else do I need to know about Buckeye's 4th of July Celebration?

Seating will be available on all four ball fields at the at the Earl Edgar Recreational Complex. Bring lawn chair or blankets. Traditional picnic foods and novelty items will be available for purchase. Glass containers and alcohol are prohibited.

Do you have any pictures?

Yes! Enjoy these photos of previous Buckeye 4th of July celebrations.

I have more questions about the Buckeye 4th of July Celebration in Buckeye.

For more information call the Town of Buckeye at 623-349-6000 or visit them online.

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.

All times, prices and events subject to change without notice.

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