Looking for an exciting Fourth of July weekend? Scottsdale’s Independence Day celebrations include everything from fireworks displays to poolside DJs and much more. Here’s the inside scoop on the best ways to celebrate, Scottsdale-style!
Special Events
Get in the spirit of the holiday on June 30th at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park’s annual Red, White & Choo-Choo celebration. The fun starts at 4 p.m. and includes water slides, pie-eating contests, unlimited train and carousel rides, a live DJ and spectacular fireworks.
On the actual holiday, be red, white and cool at Scottsdale’s 4th of July Celebration, an evening of live entertainment and fun for the whole family. Highlights include the Parade of Heroes, Summer Slider Eating Contest, circus performers, a backyard barbeque, Disney shows and, of course, the largest fireworks display in Scottsdale history! Gates at WestWorld of Scottsdale open at 5 p.m.
Resort Celebrations
The Fourth of July Freedom Fest at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is hotter than ever this year! Join us for four patriotic nights of music, honoring our great country with top-notch performances. Kick off the festivities with Josh Ross on July 4th, followed by Nate Smith on July 5th, and cap it off with Lily Meola on July 6th. To close out each night, treat family and friends to an unforgettable fireworks display that gets longer and more spectacular each evening, leading up to an explosive finale on July 4!
The good vibes also will be flowing at Hotel Valley Ho’s Oh Pool July 5-7 with poolside cocktails and music courtesy of DJ Adrian Michaels, DJ Pulse, and DJ Darkslide.
Check out Summer in Scottsdale for even more great tips, tricks and events to keep you cool and entertained all season long!
