Cities across the West Valley are gearing up to celebrate America’s birthday with fireworks, food, music, and fun for the whole family.

Light Up the Sky at Phoenix Raceway

Friday, July 4, gates open at 6 p.m. and fireworks at 8:25 p.m.

Phoenix Raceway, 7602 Jimmie Johnson Dr., Avondale

Presented as the West Valley’s largest fireworks display, Avondale’s “Light Up the Sky” celebration promises a 25-minute show lighting up the night sky.
This free, family-friendly event invites guests to tailgate with friends, explore food trucks and exhibitors, and enjoy face painting, crafts, and Kid Zone games. Live music will energize the crowd leading up to the fireworks finale.

Buckeye’s Independence Day Celebration

6-9 p.m. Friday, July 4

Buckeye Municipal Airport, 3000 S. Palo Verde Rd., Buckeye

Buckeye invites residents to a tailgate-style celebration filled with live music, games, and patriotic spirit. Bring blankets, chairs, and yard games for a casual evening outdoors. Enjoy food truck fare while listening to local musical talent, including 13-year-old country singer Evelyn Errante and the Rob West Band. The night ends with a drive-in style fireworks show at approximately 8:30 p.m.

Goodyear’s Independence Day Celebration and Drone Show

6-9 p.m. on Friday, July 4

Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear

Goodyear is launching a new tradition this year with a spectacular patriotic drone show, a first for the city. The high-flying visual display will cap off an evening of live music, food trucks, and family-friendly activities at Goodyear Ballpark. Admission, parking, and activities are all free.

Sparkle in the Square in Litchfield Park

6-9 p.m. on Thursday, July 3

279 N. La Loma Ave., Litchfield Park

Litchfield Park kicks off the festivities a day early with its charming “Sparkle in the Square” celebration. Expect food trucks, face painting, lawn games, a pie-eating contest, a water balloon toss, and a fireworks show to finish the night.

Whether it is fireworks or drones, live music or lawn games, West Valley cities are offering a variety of ways to celebrate the Fourth of July. Each location encourages packing picnic blankets and joining family and friends to commemorate the holiday.