This holiday weekend escape to a resort or lounge at the park to celebrate the 4th of July. From barbecues at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort to patio seating in Cave Creak. Plenty of places around Phoenix will be hosting enjoyable activities for you and the family. And of course, end the fun filled weekend with a sky full of fireworks. 

 

 

Fairmont Scottsdale Princess’ Freedom Fest

Vintage air shows, live concerts and vacation packages benefiting military families will begin July 1 through the 4th at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort. Two air shows will perform on Saturday and Sunday. Fireworks will decorate the night sky every evening at 9 p.m. following live concerts that begin at 8 p.m. Visit www.scottsdaleprincess.com or call 480.585.4848 for more information on activities and room reservations.

We-Ko-Pa Resort & Conference Center: 4th of July Weekend

We-Ko-Pa is offering a two night stay as low as $179 during the holiday weekend. During July 2 to the 4th inflatable games, video game truck, live DJ, dive-in-movie, Lunar Bingo and most importantly, fireworks will be available for visitors. See www.wekoparesort.com or call 480.789.5320 for more information.

Westgate Firework Fest

On July 3 the sky will light up over Westgate Entertainment District for the fourth annual Westgate Firework Fest starting at 5 until 9:30 p.m. Westgate Firework Fest presents the West Valley’s largest firework show and offers free parking, live music, beer garden with games and dining deals. Fireworks will take off at 9 p.m. sharp. Visit www.westgateaz.com/america for more information.

Scottsdale WestWorld

An indoor Independence Day celebration will be offered on Saturday, July 2 inside the air-conditioned Tony Nelssen Equestrian Center. The event will feature an extreme trampoline show, Star Wars activity zone, a bull riding competition and firework show that begins at 9 p.m. The event will begin at 3 until 9:30 p.m. Visit www.ScottsdaleIndependenceDay.com for more information.

 

Talking Stick Resort & Casino Arizona

Talking Stick Resort and Casino Arizona will both be offering dining specials and fireworks during the holiday weekend. Reserve a table by the window and have the best seat in the house to see the Salt River Fields fireworks light off while enjoying your meal. Visit either www.casinoarizona.com or www.talkingstickresort.com for a list of restaurants included in the special and more information on holiday weekend deals.

Tempe Town Lake Festival

Food, live music, splash water playground, kids game activities, a beer garden and fireworks will be available at the Tempe Town Lake Festival on Monday, July 4. Tempe Beach Park tickets cost $8 and children 12 and under are free. The gates will open at 5 p.m. and fireworks will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m. Call 480.350.5189 or visit www.tempe4th.com for more information.

Fabulous Phoenix 4th

 The 31st annual Fabulous Phoenix 4th will feature one of the largest firework displays in the Southwest. The free non-alcoholic event will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. The events featured are live music, vendors offering food, beverages, arts and crafts and a classic car exhibit. Click here for more information.

Fourth of July Weekend at Arizona Biltmore

 A weekend full of activities featuring a live DJ, dive-in movies, kids games and more deals on golf and dining at the Arizona Biltmore, Waldorf Astoria Resort. End the weekend on Sunday, July 3 with a bang as guests can experience a stunning show of fireworks over the Squaw Peak lawn, set against the Sonoran backdrop of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Visit www.arizonabiltmore.com or call 855.689.2878 for more information.

 

3rd of July Firework Extravaganza

The spectacular 3rd of July Firework Extravaganza presented by Cave Creek Restaurants and Merchants will begin at 5 p.m. outside of Harold’s Corral. The event will host live music, kids activities and offer food and drink specials at Harold’s Corral, Roadhouse and The Horny Toad. Fireworks will begin after the sunset and a free shuttle service will be offered from 6 p.m. to midnight. Call 480.488.1906 for more information. Visit www.haroldscorral.com, www.thehornytoad.com, www.hideawayroadhouse.com to make dinner reservations.

Fireworks & Movie Night

On Sunday, July 3, Salt River Fields will host a Fireworks and Movie night event starting at 7 p.m. Sit under the stars and enjoy a movie inside the main stadium with a fireworks display afterwards. The movie that will be shown is “Smalls, Squints, Benny The Jet and The Beast.” Click here for more information. 

The Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain Barbecue and Firework Spectacular

The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain in Tucson will host the Red, White and Brew Barbecue and annual fireworks spectacular on Sunday, July 3 starting at 6 p.m. The event will be open to resort guests and the public. Enjoy a family cookout at the resort and wait to see the fireworks shoot over the mountainside. To make a reservation for the barbecue please call 520.572.3401. For more information visit www.ritzcarlton.com/dovemountain.

Red, White and Boom Fireworks Festival—Ahwatukee

Ahwatukee’s Red, White and Boom Fireworks Festival returns to Pecos Park on Friday, July 1 starting at 5 to 10 p.m. The festival will feature live entertainment by Georgia Chrome, an expanded kids zone, eating contests, food and drinks and of course a booming firework display. Admission is $5 a person and free parking will be available. Visit http://red-white-boom.com