In the United States, the 4th of July is a time to celebrate the birth of our nation, honor our heroes, and enjoy some fireworks with family and friends. If you’re looking for some ways to have fun this Independence Day in Pima County, AZ, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the events and activities you can check out this year:

• City of Tucson 24th Annual 4th of July “A” Mountain Fireworks Celebration: Watch the sky light up over downtown Tucson from various locations, including the Tucson Convention Center and the Mercado District. The show starts at 9:15 p.m. and will last about 20 minutes. You can also watch it online on the city’s Facebook page or website. For more information, click here.
• Marana’s 2021 Star Spangled Spectacular: Head to Crossroads at Silverbell District Park for a festive evening of food, music, and fireworks. There will be 25 food vendors, a splash pad and playground for kids, and patriotic tunes playing over the speakers. The event is free and runs from 5 to 9:30 p.m., with the fireworks show starting at 9 p.m. For more information, click here.
• Oro Valley’s July 4th Fireworks Show: Enjoy a spectacular display of fireworks from the comfort of your home or neighborhood. The town of Oro Valley will launch larger than usual fireworks from Naranja Park that can be seen from a greater distance. You can also watch the show live on Oro Valley’s Facebook page or website. The show starts at 9 p.m. and will last about 30 minutes. For more information, click here.
• Pima’s Small Town U.S.A. Independence Day: Experience a classic small town celebration in Pima, with a pancake breakfast fundraiser, a parade, games, vendors, live music, and more. The event starts at 6:30 a.m. at Heritage Park and ends with a fireworks show at dusk at the Pima High School football field. For more information, click here.

No matter how you choose to celebrate the 4th of July in Pima County, AZ, we hope you have a safe and happy holiday!