Events: Arizona - Phoenix - Scottsdale

Scottsdale 4th of July Celebration presented by Plexus Worldwide, returns for the 5th year to the 300,000 square-foot fully air-conditioned Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center at WestWorld, Wed., July 4 4pm-9:30pm, for a full night of Fourth-of-July fun suitable for all ages.

This 5th year celebration takes on the theme ‘Jurassic Fourth Dinosaur Encounter’ featuring dinosaurs roaming the event and dinosaur-themed rides for kids to enjoy, hot on the heels of the popular feature film released this summer.

This red white and blue event brings together rides, interactive games and food for the whole family, all within a cool environment, ending the night with a bang -- a fireworks show at approximately 9pm. 

VIP TICKETS.  A real value, guests have the option to upgrade their Scottsdale 4th experience with a VIP ticket. Adult VIP tickets in advance are $25; VIP kids, $30. VIP admission includes unlimited food by Chef Michael DeMaria of M Culinary, including “DinoDog” hot dogs, “BrontoBurger” hamburgers & cheeseburgers, “Jurassic Garden” green salad, “Pterodactyl Apple” cobbler à la mode, “Megalodon Melon” watermelon, and beverages in a VIP area encompassing the south side of the Equidome and South Hall. This ticket delivers a photo booth to capture patriotic moments, as well as unlimited access to all the fun, games, and festivities for the whole family throughout the event.

LOADS OF INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT. General admission tickets include free activities:

• Fireworks
• Jurassic 4th Dinosaur Encounter by Dino Crew Entertainment

o   Walk with dinosaurs

o   Fossil Dig Challenge

o   Dino Egg Dig

o   Meet & Greet Photo Experience

o   Race to Escape- Avoid the Obstacles and Dinosaur

o   Dino-mite Giveaways

o   Enter-to-Win a Jurassic Park Movies Prize Pack

• Good Karma K9Z Stunt Show, featuring rescued canine friends in action…

o   Tight Rope

o   High Jump

o   Frisbee

o   Wall Climb

• Extreme BMX shows by Stunt Masters
• Pony Rides by Carter’s Farm
• Petting Zoo by Carter’s Farm
• Bull Riding Show by Mercer Rodeo
• Mutton Busting by Mercer Rodeo
• Mini Bucking Broncos Performed by Junior Circuit Rodeo Competitors
• Game Trucks
• Food and Beverage Options

Kids wristbands are also available for unlimited fun featuring exciting rides and features:

• Uproar Carnival Ride
• Tubs of Fun Carnival Ride
• Ballistic Swing Carnival Ride
• Train Obstacle for Toddlers
• Jurassic Adventure Playland
• Jurassic Survival Obstacle Course
• Adrenaline Rush Extreme Obstacle Course
• Western Toddler Playland
• Toddler Slide
• Western Double Lane Slide
• Kong Slide

TICKETS.  Tickets at Scottsdale4th.com.  Adult tickets prices: tickets in advance are $15/general admission; VIP tickets in advance are $25, and include reserved open seating for Fireworks, unlimited access to the VIP area food & beverage stations, exclusive access to a photobooth.

Kids general admission ticket are $12 in advance; Kids VIP tickets are $30 in advance.  Kids 5 and under free.

Family four-pack tickets are also available for purchase online.  See website for details.  For a limited time, Scottsdale residents are eligible for a discount offer through Fri., June 15, with promo code Scottsdale.  Applies only to General Admission. Ticket prices increase at the door/day of event. Military and First Responders are FREE with ID. Parking is $5.  

FIREWORKS ONLY IN POLO FIELD. Guests also have the option to park on the polo field at WestWorld with friends and family for $20 a carload to see the fireworks show set against the McDowell Mountains.  Polo field lot opens at 7pm. Fireworks show starts at 9pm.

Visit  Scottsdale4th.com for the latest event updates.