Arizona Fireworks Schedule 2010

Benson
July 4, 2010
9am-10pm
Benson 4th of July Celebration
Parade starts on 5th Street to Gila to 7th Street
Events at Lions Park
520-586-4293
Parade in the morning followed by live entertainment and music, and fireworks. Free
http://www.bensonvisitorcenter.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Benson

Buckeye
July 3, 2010
Gates open at 6pm
4th of July Celebration
Youngker High School
3000 S Apache Rd
623-349-6602
Fireworks start at dark Free
http://www.buckeyeaz.gov/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Buckeye

Bullhead City
July 4, 2010
Dusk
Rockets Over the River
Best viewing is along the Colorado River south of the bridge
Fireworks display choreographed to music over the river visible from Bullhead City. Free
http://www.visitlaughlin.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Laughlin Chamber of Commerce

Casa Grande
July 4, 2010
Starts at 6:30pm
Red, White and Blue Family Parade
Paul Mason Park
2525 N Pinal Ave
520-421-8677
Families are invited to decorate bikes, scooters, kids, and dogs for a family parade. Other festivities and fireworks to follow at the park. Free
http://www.ci.casa-grande.az.us/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Casa Grande

Chandler
July 4, 2010
4pm-10:30pm
4th of July 7UP Fireworks Spectacular
Tumbleweed Park
2250 S McQueen Rd
480-236-9123
Family fun and games, entertainment, food and drinks, carnival, with a fireworks display at 9:30pm. Free
chandleraz.gov
Sponsoring Agency: Chandler Lions Club, the City of Chandler, and Kalil Bottling Company

Clarkdale
July 4, 2010
Train leaves the station at 1pm.
July 4th Celebration and Firecracker Express
Verde Canyon Railroad
300 N Broadway
800-293-7245
Barbecue and live music followed by a train ride through the Verde Canyon. Call or visit the website for rates.
http://www.verdecanyonrr.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Verde Canyon Railroad

July 4, 2010
Starts at 7am
Old Fashioned Fourth of July
Clarkdale Town Park
Main Street
928-634-9591
Flag raising ceremony and pancake breakfast followed by the Children's Parade at 9am. Entertainment including patriotic music and family activities follow. Free admission. Food, soft drinks, and arts and crafts available for purchase.
http://www.clarkdale.az.us/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Clarkdale

Cottonwood
July 4, 2010
Activities start at 3:30pm with fireworks at 8:45pm
Annual Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza
Cottonwood Kids Park
800 E Cherry St
928-639-3200
Water slides, giant inflatable rides, watermelon and pie-eating contests, and other family and children's activities. Food served 4pm-6pm with soft drinks and roasted corn available for purchase throughout the event. Fireworks start at 8:45pm. Free admission
www.ci.cottonwood.az.us/fourthofjuly.php
Sponsoring Agency: Cottonwood Parks and Recreation Department

Flagstaff
July 3-4, 2010
10am-4pm
Independence Day Rendezvous
Pioneer Museum
2340 N Fort Valley Rd
928-774-6272
Living History reenactors including artillery demonstrations, traditional crafts, and camp cooking demonstrations. Free admission age 11 and younger, $3 admission age 12 and older
http://www.arizonahistoricalsociety.org/
Sponsoring Agency: Pioneer Museum

Florence
July 4, 2010
4pm
Freedom Fest
Heritage Park
600 N Main St
520-868-7589
Horseshoe tournament, the Florence "fiery salsa" challenge, a red, white and blue parade, and a fireworks display at night. Free
http://www.town.florence.az.us/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Florence Parks & Recreation

Goodyear
July 4, 2010
6pm-10pm
Star-Spangled Fourth
Goodyear Ballpark
1933 S Ballpark Way
623-882-3120
Call for details
http://www.goodyearaz.gov/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Goodyear

Heber-Overgaard
July 2-4, 2010
July 4th Celebration
Festival at Tall Timbers Navajo County Park
Fireworks at Mogollon High School
928-535-5777
Parade (July 3 at 11am), arts and crafts, family fun, and fireworks (July 3 in the evening). Arts and crafts all weekend. Call for parking prices
http://www.heberovergaard.org/
Sponsoring Agency: Heber-Overgaard Chamber of Commerce

Litchfield Park
July 3, 2010
10am-5pm
Fourth of July Splash Bash
Litchfield Park Recreation Center
100 S Old Litchfield Rd
623-935-9040
Coin toss, greased watermelon toss, wet t-shirt swimming contest, and more. $2 per person
http://www.litchfield-park.org/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Litchfield Park

July 3, 2010
5pm-10pm
BBQ & Fantastic Fireworks Display
Wigwam Golf Course Driving Range
300 E Wigwam Blvd
623-935-3811
Food, music, and fireworks. Free admission to the public fireworks viewing area starts at 6pm. Admission to BBQ and seating for fireworks is $15 age 13 and older, $9 ages 5-12, free for children age 4 and younger. No coolers or outside food or alcohol allowed.
http://www.litchfield-park.org/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Litchfield Park

Marana
July 3, 2010
6pm-10pm
Star Spangled Spectacular
Crossroads at Silverbell District Park
Food, games, arts and crafts, and contests, with fireworks at 9pm. Free
http://www.marana.com/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Marana

Maricopa
July 4, 2010
6pm-10pm
Annual Great American BBQ
Pacana Park
19000 S Porter Rd
520-568-9098
Family fun, hot dog eating contest, information booths, food vendors, and fireworks. Visit the website for a list of park and ride locations. Free admission.
www.maricopa-az.gov/news/bbq.php
Sponsoring Agency: City of Maricopa

Mesa
July 2-3, 2010
6pm-10pm
Arizona Celebration of Freedom
Downtown Mesa
Various locations including Heritage Lane and Mesa Arts Center
480-644-2069
Classic car show, musical performances, and family fun. Pyrotechnic display Friday night. Fireworks Saturday night. Free
http://www.azcelebrationoffreedom.org/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Mesa

July 4, 2010
Please call for a schedule of events
Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza
Living Word Bible Church
3520 E Brown Rd
480-964-4463
Carnival games, music, food, and a fireworks display. Free
http://www.thelivingwordbiblechurch.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Living Word Bible Church

Parker
July 3, 2010
Gate open 8pm, show starts 9pm
Fourth of July Celebration
Blue Water Resort & Casino
11300 Resort Dr
888-243-3360 / 928-669-7000
"TNT" AC/DC tribute concert followed by fireworks. $10 in advance, $15 day of show
http://www.bluewaterfun.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Blue Water Resort & Casino

Patagonia
July 4, 2010
Starts at 11am
Annual 4th of July Celebration
Town Gazebo for daytime activities
Patagonia High School for fireworks
520-394-0060 / 888-794-0060
Parade at 11am. Food, music, dancing, BBQ, and vendors during the day. Fireworks display at 8pm. Free
http://www.patagoniaaz.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Patagonia

Payson
July 4, 2010
Patriotic ceremony at 8am, parade at 9am, festivities throughout the afternoon, and fireworks at 9pm
4th of July Celebration in the Pines
Parade on Main Street
Other events in Green Valley Park 1000 W Country Club Dr
Patriotic ceremony starts the day followed by a parade, kids games and entertainment in the afternoon from Johnny Anonymous topped off by a fireworks show. Free
http://www.paysonrimcountry.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Payson

Peoria
July 4, 2010
5pm-10pm with fireworks starting at 9:15pm
July 4th All American Festival
Peoria Sports Complex Mariners Practice Field
16101 N 83rd Ave
602-773-8700
Entertainment, children's activities, a water zone, food, vendors, F-16 flyover, fireworks, and more. Free admission age 12 and younger, $5 admission age 13 and older
http://www.peoriaaz.com/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Peoria

Phoenix
July 2, 2010
7pm-9pm
Light Up the Sky Festival
Maryvale Baseball Park
3600 N 51st Ave
602-262-6275
Musical entertainment, kids' rides and craft activities, topped off with fireworks. Free
http://www.phoenix.gov/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Phoenix

July 4, 2010
6pm
Freedom Wireless Fabulous Phoenix Fourth
Steele Indian School Park
Indian School Rd & 3rd St
602-262-6862
Entertainment, Kids World area, classic car exhibit, refreshment vendors, and more topped off by fireworks at 9:20pm. Free
http://www.phoenix.gov/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Phoenix

July 4, 2010
6pm-10pm
4th of Zoo-Ly
Phoenix Zoo
455 N Galvin Pkwy
602-914-4333
BBQ dinner, narrated Safari Train tours, family activities, and a view of the Tempe fireworks show. $35-$40
http://www.phoenixzoo.org/
Sponsoring Agency: Phoenix Zoo

Queen Creek
July 4, 2010
5pm-10pm
4th of July Fireworks and Independence Day Celebration
Schnepf Farms
22601 E Cloud Rd
480-888-1709
Family activities and fireworks display. $10 per carload
http://www.queencreekchamber.org/
Sponsoring Agency: Queen Creek Chamber of Commerce

Saint Johns
July 4, 2010
5am-after dark
City BBQ & Fun in the Park
City Park for daytime activities
Lyman Lake State Park starting at 5pm
928-337-4517
Starts with cannon firing at 5am followed by pancake breakfast 6am-9am, patriotic program 10am-11am, BBQ at 11:30am foot races, and free swimming. Rubber duck races at Lyman Lake at 5pm followed by fireworks after dark. Carpooling to Lyman Lake recommended. Event and admission costs vary. Call or visit website for details.
http://www.stjohnschamber.com/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Saint Johns

Show Low
July 3, 2010
Call for the full schedule
Freedom Fest
Various locations throughout Show Low
Concert and fireworks at Show Low High School
928-532-4141
Annual biscuits and gravy breakfast, parade, concerts and family activities throughout the day topped off by a fireworks show. Call for a full schedule of events and admission fees information.
http://ci.show-low.az.us/departments/parks/Special_Events_2010.htm
Sponsoring Agency: Show Low Parks and Recreation Department

Sierra Vista
July 2-4, 2010
Call or visit website for event schedule
Annual Fourth of July Celebration
Veterans Memorial Park and surrounding area
3105 E Fry Blvd
520-417-6960 / 800-288-3861
Call or visit the website for event details. Free
http://www.visitsierravista.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Sierra Vista

Surprise
July 4, 2010
4:30pm-8:30pm
Annual 4th of July Celebration
Surprise Stadium
15850 N Bullard Ave
623-222-2000
Rookie baseball game between the Royals and Padres, Kid Zone games, family fun, and fireworks. Free with a canned food donation for Valley View Community Food Bank and Saint Mary's Food Bank Alliance. Tickets required for entry. Pick up tickets in advance at the Community & Recreation Services Office at 15960 N Bullard Ave.
http://www.surpriseaz.com/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Surprise

Taylor
July 4, 2010
Call for event schedule
4th of July Celebration & Rodeo
Taylor Rodeo Complex
928-536-7366
Flag raising ceremony, traditional firing of the anvil, BBQ, rodeos, dancing, patriotic program, and fireworks after dark. Free
http://www.tayloraz.org/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Taylor

Tempe
July 4, 2010
Gates open at 4pm
CBS5 July 4th Tempe Town Lake Festival
Tempe Beach Park
Rio Salado Pkwy
480-350-5189
Family activities, entertainment, fireworks over Tempe Town Lake. Tickets on sale at any Fry's Food store in advance starting June 4 for $6/age 13 and older. Tickets at the gate $8/age 13 and over or $15 for two. Free admission for children age 12 and younger and anyone showing a current military ID.
http://www.tempe4th.com/
Sponsoring Agency: City of Tempe and the Kiwanis Club of Tempe

July 4, 2010
6pm
3rd Annual BBQ Bash
Rolling Hills Golf Course
1415 N Mill Ave
480-829-9169
BBQ dinner and access to the 19th Tee restaurant for dine-in and takeout followed by a view of the fireworks over Tempe Town Lake. $5 parking, $5 BBQ. 19th Tee prices vary.
www.tempe.gov/golf
Sponsoring Agency: City of Tempe

Tombstone
July 2-4, 2010
Visit the website for schedule of events
4th of July
Various Locations
Visit website for a schedule of events. Highlights include gem & mineral show, presenting of the colors, contests and demonstrations, parade, and fireworks display. Admission varies by event.
http://www.tombstone.org/
Sponsoring Agency: Tombstone Knights of Columbus and Tombstone Vigilantes

Tubac
July 4, 2010
10am-9pm
Fourth of July
Tubac Village for daytime activities
Tubac Golf Resort for the fireworks show
520-398-2704 for information / 520-398-2211 for fireworks updates
Family activities, games, prizes, shopping, food vendors, facepainting, entertainment, and fireworks. Call for admission prices and parking information.
http://www.tubacaz.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Tubac Chamber of Commerce

Tucson
July 4, 2010
7pm-9pm for activities followed by fireworks at 9:15pm
4th of July Celebration
Tucson Convention Center Parking Lot B (off Granada between Congress and Cushing St)
260 S Church Ave
520-791-4101
Food drinks, and a car show by the Southern Arizona Mustange Club. Fireworks over "A" Mountain, conditions permitting. Call for parking fee information.
www.tucsonaz.gov/tcc
Sponsoring Agency: City of Tucson

Wellton
July 4, 2010
Fireworks go off after dark
4th of July Fireworks
Butterfield Park
10234 Dome St
928-785-3348
Food booths and fireworks. Free
http://www.town.wellton.az.us/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Wellton Parks and Recreation Commission

Wickenburg
July 3, 2010
7pm-9pm
Annual Fireworks & Family Fun
Sunset Park
Vendors and service clubs, entertainment, food and beverages, and fireworks. Free
http://www.ci.wickenburg.az.us/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Wickenburg and Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce

Williams
July 1-4, 2010
Call or visit website for event schedule
Home Town 4th of July
Various locations
Chamber office is at 200 W Railroad Ave
800-863-0546
Call or visit website for event information. Free
http://www.williamschamber.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Williams Chamber of Commerce
July 4, 2010
Call for departure schedule
Celebrating Independence Day
Grand Canyon Railway
200 W Railroad Ave
800-843-8724
Ride the Cataract Creek Rambler, a special train pulled by a steam engine on hourly short runs. $10-$15
http://www.thetrain.com/
Sponsoring Agency: Grand Canyon Railway


Winslow
July 4, 2010
After dusk
Fireworks
Email Nasser Stadium
928-289-2434
Fireworks display. Free
http://www.winslowarizona.org/
Sponsoring Agency: Town of Winslow

Yuma
July 4, 2010
Early morning. Call for details.
Annual Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony
Friendship Tower at the Ray Kroc Complex
Friendship Park
928-343-1715
Flag raising ceremony with military color guard and firing party, patriotic music, and guest speaker. Free
http://www.caballeros.org/
Sponsoring Agency: Caballeros de Yuma

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