Freedom Fest at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess (pictured)

Between vintage air shows viewed from the Princess pool and lagoon lawn, a kids concert from Grammy award-winning Secret Agent 23 Skidoo and a Michael Jackson tribute band, this is the place to be on the Fourth. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m., and the Michael Jackson concert will continue after. Come out for an exciting night of family fun and entertainment at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. Click here for more information. 

Scottsdale’s 4th of July Celebration (WestWorld of Scottsdale)

Be red, white and COOL this Fourth of July at the WestWorld Scottsdale, Fourth of July Celebration. This indoor event features a petting zoo, pony rides and carnival activities and will close out the night with fireworks. Family activities begin at 4 p.m., with fireworks starting at 9 p.m. Tickets should be purchased in advance. Click here to get them now.

4th of Zooly at the Phoenix Zoo

With a catered BBQ dinner at the Lakeside Lawn and free carousel rides and stingray bay entrance, the Phoenix Zoo is the place to be this Independence Day. Guests are invited to VIP seating at the back of the zoo, where they will have a full view of the Tempe Town Lake Spectacular Fireworks. Event activities will begin at 7 p.m. To purchase tickets, click here.