If you can't find something to do on Independence Day in Greater Phoenix, you must never leave the house! There are so many places to enjoy 4th of July fireworks, 4th of July picnics, 4th of July barbecues, 4th of July concerts, games, water play and other family activities. I have no doubt that several hundred thousand people every year are out somewhere in the Valley of the Sun having a grand ol' Independence Day at one event or another.
Some people prefer attending a smaller, easy-going community Independence Day celebration, while others want to go see big-name entertainment and huge fireworks displays. We have those choices, and everything in between.
Phoenix Area Communities Celebrate the 4th of July
Many of these June 29th through July 4th events are sponsored/supported by cities or towns or local Chambers of Commerce. They are all family oriented, with activities for kids, unless otherwise stated. They appear in alphabetical order by city.
All of these events and festivals offer free admission, although there may be a parking charge or fees for some activities or food at the event.
If you are interested in July 4th activities that have an admission charge (that's not always a bad thing!) check the listing for 4th of July festivities that charge admission. See the Phoenix 4th of July Guide for photos, fireworks laws, events and more.
4th of July 2012 / Independence Day 2012 - Free Admission
Ahwatukee
Ahwatukee Red, White and BoomAnthem
July 3
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
Ahwatukee Bike Parade
No event in 2012
Anthem Independence Day CelebrationApache Junction
July 3
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? No
Apache Junction Hometown 4th of July CelebrationAvondale
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
4th of July in AvondaleBuckeye
No event in 2012
Buckeye's Old Fashioned Independence Day CelebrationCasa Grande
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? No
Live Bands? Yes
Casa Grande 4th of July Family Fun DayCave Creek
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? No
Cave Creek's Independence Day Fireworks Celebration at Harold’s CorralChandler
July 3
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? No
Live Bands? Yes
Chandler’s 4th of July Fireworks SpectacularFlorence
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
Florence 4th of July Rock ‘n’ Roll Freedom Fest and the 4th of July Freedom Parade at Anthem at Merrill RanchGilbert
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
Gilbert's Fire in the SkyGlendale
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? No
Live Bands? No
4th of July in GlendaleGoodyear
No event in 2012
Goodyear's Star Spangled FourthMaricopa
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
Great American BarbecueMesa
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
Arizona Celebration of FreedomPeoria
June 29 and 30
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
Lake Pleasant Celebration & FireworksPhoenix
July 3
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? No
Note: free admission but there is a $10 parking charge
Light Up the Sky in MaryvaleScottsdale
July 3
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? No
Live Bands? Yes
Freedom Wireless Fabulous Phoenix Fourth
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
Scottsdale's July 4th Family BarbecueSurprise
No event in 2012
Surprise's Annual July 4th CelebrationTolleson
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? No
Live Bands? No
Free admission. Ticketed event, limited number of tickets.
Tolleson Fourth of JulyWickenburg
July 4
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? Yes
Wickenburg Fireworks & Family Fun Celebration
July 3
Fireworks? Yes
Water Activities? Yes
Live Bands? No
Phoenix July 4th Photos
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Greater Phoenix 4th of July Celebrations Photo Gallery
You can see photos of 4th of July events from all over town! - Fireworks Photo Gallery
These pictures of Arizona fireworks were submitted by people just like you.
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- July 4th Celebrations Statewide, from Community Information & Referral
All dates, times, prices and offerings are subject to change without notice.
