Independence Day

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary across the southeast Valley

Make a splash at Queen Creek’s 4th of July Splash Bash.

Town of Queen Creek

Hometown 4th at Schnepf Farms will have plenty of activities for families or they can just relax and enjoy the holiday.

Courtesy Schnepf Farms

Sheila E. will be headlining Florence's Freedom Fest 2026 on July 4. Bands from Queen Creek will also be performing.

Courtesy town of Florence

This is a special Fourth of July as the nation hits its 250th anniversary, and residents can enjoy music, food and fireworks at events all across the region.

In Chandler, The Pickup Lines band and a pyrotechnic show highlight a 7 p.m. show at the A.J. Chandler Park east lawn and stage that includes pyrotechnics, food trucks and more Saturday night.

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