Holidays

Celebrate 4th of July in Tempe

May 14, 2024

Fireworks, festivities and other summertime happenings in Tempe.

Each year, 4th of July weekend is the perfect summer holiday for celebrating the season with friends and family. Whether your holiday weekend plans include barbecue, cocktails, pools or fireworks, we have the scoop on Independence Day events that you won’t want to miss out on.

Find out where to celebrate the red, white and blue in Tempe, including classic summer happenings and perfect perches for watching fireworks displays. We’ve also included some of our favorite activities for 4th of July itinerary inspiration, as well as fireworks displays throughout Greater Phoenix too.

Be sure to check back often, as this list will continue to grow as we learn of additional happenings.

4th of July Weekend Events in Tempe

July 4: The 73rd Annual Tempe 4th of July Celebration
Tempe Beach Park | 80 W. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281

The City of Tempe, in partnership with the Kiwanis Club of Tempe, invites you to celebrate Independence Dat at the Tempe’s 73rd annual 4th of July celebration. This year, the festivities return to Tempe Town Lake from 4 to 10 p.m., and will include live entertainment, a variety of food vendors, games, inflatables and a rock-climbing wall in the family fun zone, photo ops and fireworks display over the lake.

Gates open at 4 p.m. and live music begins at 5 p.m. The National Anthem will be performed at 9:15, followed by the fireworks display.

Please note: This is a ticketed event. General admission is $12; children under 10 are free with a paid parent/guardian. VIP admission is also available for $100, and includes shaded and seating areas as well as specialty food and drinks.

July 6: Red White and Brew Bar Crawl
Fat Tuesday, 680 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281

Gather your friends, don your stars and stripes and prepare for an epic evening of patriotic festivities and themed drinks, throughout Downtown Tempe’s Mill Avenue. Continue your 4th of July celebration as you sip your way from one venue to the next. Each bar will greet you with unique drink specials for toasting to freedom and good times. Be sure to grab your tickets in advance. Tickets include:

• Pub crawl wristband for free entry into participating bars
• Custom digital pub crawl map
• One shot and one taco
• Generous drink specials and themed drinks
• Select food specials
• Live music/bands/DJs at certain venues
• Photographer/videographer capturing the best moments
• Free afterparty
• Pub crawl staff on site and more!

4th of July Weekend Events throughout Greater Phoenix

July 4: All-American Festival, Peoria
Peoria Sports Complex | 16101 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria, AZ 85382

Peoria’s annual All-American Festival returns to Peoria Sports Complex from 6 to 9 p.m. This celebration includes live music by The Spazmatics, family-friendly entertainment, more than 25 food and drink vendors, carnival-style and outdoor games, and spectacular fireworks. The event will span across the Peoria Sports Complex’s Main Stadium and a sensory room will be available in the Visitor’s Clubhouse.

July 4: Arizona Celebration of Freedom, Mesa
Mesa Convention Center in Downtown Mesa | 263 N. Center St., Mesa, AZ 85201

The Arizona Celebration of Freedom is free and open to all ages from 6 to 10 p.m. Spend the evening in Downtown Mesa to enjoy a patriotic car show, live entertainment, food vendors, activities and fireworks display at approx. 9:30 p.m.

July 4: All-American Bash, Chandler
Dr. A.J. Chandler Park: Stage Plaza | 178 E. Commonwealth Ave., Chandler, AZ 85225

Celebrate 4th of July in Downtown Chandler with live music, yard games, food vendors and more. Cold Shott and the Hurricane Hornswill perform two 60-minute sets for the crowd to enjoy and rock out to (7:05 to 8:05 p.m. and 8:25-9:25 p.m.). This year, there will be a 5-minute pyrotechnic show as part of the concert. 

July 4: Gilbert 4th of July Celebration, Gilbert
Gilbert Regional Park | 3005 E. Queen Creek Road, Gilbert, AZ 85298

Join the City of Gilbert for the 2024 Gilbert 4th of July Celebration presented by Earnhardt Auto Group and Haydon Building Corp. This free, family-friendly event, which takes place from 4 to 9:30 p.m., feature live music performances, food and drink vendors, aerial entertainment, drone show and fireworks. VIP experience upgrades available.

July 4: Scottsdale 4th of July Celebration at WestWorld, Scottsdale
WestWorld | 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Scottsdale’s 11th annual 4th of July celebration takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. at WestWorld. Festivities include live performances, parade of heroes, bull riding, an indoor backyard barbecue, slider-eating contest, family friendly games and so much more — with the largest fireworks display in Scottsdale’s history scheduled for 9 p.m. Tickets can be purchased through here. This is a cashless event.

July 4: Star Spangled 4th, Goodyear
Goodyear Ballpark | 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, Arizona 85338

Celebrate Independence Day at Goodyear’s Star Spangled 4th. This celebration, which takes place from 6 to 10 p.m.) includes live bands, food and drink vendors, bounce houses and a mesmerizing patriotic fireworks show. Attendance, activities, and parking are free.

July 4 : Fabulous Phoenix 4th, Phoenix
Steele Indian School Park | 300 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85012

The annual Fabulous Phoenix 4th returns to Steele Indian School Park for 2024. From 6 to 10 p.m., this free, non-alcoholic family event attracts thousands of attendees eager to spectate as one of the largest fireworks displays in the Southwest — more than 7,800 aerial effects — dazzles the Phoenix night sky. Food and beverage vendors, arts and crafts, and promotional items will also be a part of. the festivities. ATMs will not be available.

Red, White and View

For those looking to spectate without attending an event, Tempe has several great viewing areas to catch firework displays taking place throughout the Valley.

Hotel Rooftops

Make a reservation at one of these Tempe hotels with a rooftop pool with a view. For more information, check out our Rooftops Pools blog.

AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown: 100 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-642-6140 

Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown: 108 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-968-6800 

Hyatt Place/ Hyatt House Tempe / Phoenix / University: 601 E. 6th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-207-1578

Omni Hotel Tempe at ASU: 7 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 602-794-8600

Residence Inn by Marriott Tempe Downtown/University: 510 S. Forest Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-967-2300 

Tempe Mission Palms Hotel and Conference Center: 60 E. 5th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-894-1400 

The Westin Tempe: 11 E. 7th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-968-8885 

Tempe Restaurants with Spectacular Views

Alibi at Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown: 108 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 602-612-7872

Lou’s Bar & Grill at Papago Golf Club: 5595 E. Karsten Way, Phoenix, AZ 85008 | 602-275-8428

Lucero Rooftop Restaurant & Bar at Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU: 7 E. University Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281 | 602-794-8600

Pier 54: 5394 S. Lakeshore Drive, Tempe, AZ 85283 | 480-820-0660 

Rustler’s Rooste: 8383 S. 48th St., Phoenix, AZ 85044 | 602-431-6474 

Skysill Rooftop Lounge at The Westin Tempe: 11 E. 7th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 | 480-968-8885

Top of the Rock Restaurant at Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes: 2000 W. Westcourt Way, Tempe, AZ 85282 | 602-431-2370 

Tempe Hiking Trails

Papago Park: 1000 N. College Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281

“A” Mountain: Mill Ave. and Third St., Tempe, AZ 85281

For additional trails in and around Tempe, check out this hiking guide.

Things To Do During 4th of July Weekend

Start planning your 4th of July weekend itinerary with Tempe’s wide variety of activities and things to do that will keep the entire family entertained!

Indoor Activities in Tempe to Stay Cool this Summer:
Stay cool this July 4th by participating in indoor activities that offer tons of fun for the whole family, with a bonus of amazing air conditioning!

Tempe Splash Pads and Water Fun:
What makes the 4th of July in Tempe just a little bit better? Water! Splash your way through Tempe at nearby splash pads, water parks and pools.

Frozen Treats & Refreshing Summer Drinks:
Beat the heat with cool and delicious frozen concoctions and delights while watching the fireworks show.