Events: Arizona - Phoenix - Scottsdale

Westgate Entertainment District is celebrating Independence Day with one of the Valley's best fireworks shows, dining deals, live entertainment and more at the 6th Annual Firework Fest on Wednesday, July 4.

The festivities will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and guests are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs to relax while listening to live music, enjoying “Grab & Go” meals for the ultimate picnic and watching a spectacular fireworks display. Firework Fest is free to attend with abundant, no-cost parking in several of the surrounding lots

This year at WaterDance Plaza, live entertainment will be provided by local bands Club Country from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Crown Kings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. At Fountain Park, kids will have a chance to cool off in the splash pad and interactive water zone and families can enjoy beats by a live DJ, dancing, games and prizes leading up to the firework​s​ show at 9 p.m.

All Westgate restaurants and bars will be open with regular menu offerings as well as varying specials for Independence Day. Festivalgoers can enjoy “Grab & Go” dining deals from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. See the deals here: http://www.westgateaz.com/america/.