Get fired up for July 4th fun! Celebrate America’s birthday in style at Glendale’s 4th of July Celebration at Glendale Community College with hot dogs, water slides, music and fireworks.
The fun starts with free swimming at the GCC pool beginning at 1 p.m. Gates open for the event at 6 p.m., with free admission and free parking. Entertainment on the APS Main Stage begins at 7 p.m., including a patriotic program and an F-16 flyover by a Luke Fighter Squadron, followed by musical entertainment. The awesome fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 8:40 p.m.
Entertainment for children will include a juggler on the kid’s stage. Parents can keep little ones cool and happy with an inflatable water slide, or other inflatable games that will be available for a small fee.
Bleacher seating is available inside the stadium, as well as acres of grass for blankets and lawn chairs throughout the college grounds and at Sahuaro Ranch Park. Coolers will be permitted inside the stadium, but subject to search upon entry. However, glass containers and alcohol are prohibited. Food and beverages will be available for purchase during the event, as well.
For more information, call the Special Events Hotline at 623-930-2299, or visit www.glendaleaz.com/events. Glendale’s 4th of July Celebration is sponsored by APS, KTVK News Channel 3, The Arizona Republic, Snapple AOX, Diamond Resorts, KOOL, KMLE and JAMZ.
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Glendale July 4, 2008
Free swim starts at 1pm, with the main event starting at 7pm 28th Annual Glendale Hometown 4th of July Glendale Community College 59th Ave & Olive Ave 623-930-2299 Live entertainment, family fun, F-16 flyover, free swimming, food and drinks capped off with a fireworks display starting at 8:40pm. Free www.glendaleaz.org Sponsoring Agency: City of Glendale
July 3, 2008
6pm-9:30pm Rev White & Boom!Phoenix International Raceway7602 S Avondale Blvd 623-333-2400 Tours of the raceway, entertainment, and the largest fireworks display in the Southwest Valley. Free www.avondale.org Sponsoring Agency: City of Avondale Tempe July 4, 2008
Annual Fourth of July Parade and Picnic The parade starts at New Life Anglican Church and goes down Country Club to Redfield.Parade ends at Stroud Park where the picnic will be held.Neighborhood parade and picnic. Residents are invited to decorate bikes, cars, and pets for the parade. Free hotdogs, drinks, and condiments provided at the picnic. Residents are encouraged to bring side dishes and desserts to share. Free www.camelotvillage.org Sponsoring Agency: Camelot Village Surprise July 4, 2008
6pm-8:30pm Annual 4th of July Celebration Surprise Stadium (15850 N Bullard Ave)Community Park (15953 N Bullard Ave) 623-222-2000 Family events, entertainment, games, food, beverages, and more. Free events at the park and ticketed events at the stadium. Call or visit website for details.www.surpriseaz.com Sponsoring Agency: City of Surprise Scottsdale July 4, 2008
5pm-7:30pm Grand Ol’ Family Picnic Scottsdale Stadium 7408 E Osborn Rd 480-312-0217 Old fashioned games, arts and crafts, watermelon and pie eating contests, and more family fun. There will be no fireworks at this event, but there will be information on area fireworks shows. Free admission.www.ScottsdaleAZ.gov Sponsoring Agency: City of Scottsdale Phoenix July 3, 2008
6pm-10pm Annual Fabulous Phoenix Fourth Steele Indian School ParkIndian School Rd & 3rd St 602-495-0739 Entertainment, carnival, family activities. Free www.phoenix.gov Sponsoring Agency: City of Phoenix Peoria July 4, 2008
5pm-10pmJuly 4th All American Festival Peoria Sports Complex Mariners Practice Field16101 N 83rd Ave 602-773-7564 Entertainment, children’s activities, a water zone, food, vendors, F-16 flyover, fireworks, and more. $5 age 13 and over, free for children age 12 and unde rwww.peoriaaz.com Sponsoring Agency: City of Peoria Goodyear July 4, 2008
6:30pm-10pm Independence Day Celebration Newlan-Estrella Lakeside Amphitheater 10310 S Estrella Pkwy Entertainment, family fun, and a fireworks display. Free www.goodyearaz.gov Sponsoring Agency: City of Goodyear Chandler July 4, 2008
Call for schedule of events Red, White and Boom Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass5700 N Loop Rd 480-502-5600 Cookout, live entertainment, and fireworks display. Free admission. Call for event admission prices.www.rawhide.com Sponsoring Agency: Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass
If I happen to miss any. Be sure to leave a comment and let me know.Hope this helps you in your search. Have a Happy 4th of July!
