July 4, 2026
263 N. Center Street
Downtown Mesa
6 – 10 p.m.
Fireworks at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Entry into the event and activities are FREE.

Event Map (coming soon)

IMPORTANT: Lighting throughout the event will dim and/or be turned off at approximately 9:05 p.m. to prepare for fireworks.  PLEASE WATCH YOUR CHILDREN so they do not get separated from you. Each event entrance and all information booths will have wristbands available for your children. Please take one so that you can write your name and phone number on it just in case you do become separated.

Relax on the grass at Stage America and enjoy the live music throughout the night, as well as the Salute to America program before the fireworks, while playing tailgate-style games.

Soulitify
Soulitify is a dynamic R&B, Pop, and Latin-inspired cover band comprised of seasoned musicians who have been shaping the Valley’s music scene since childhood. Blending rich vocals, tight musicianship, and vibrant rhythms, the group delivers a fresh, high-energy take on crowd-favorite hits. Known for their electrifying stage presence and signature sound, Soulitify has earned a reputation as one of Arizona’s premier R&B/Pop acts.

Featuring professional BMX stunt riders performing amazing stunts & jumps on customized ramps located near the All American Food Court.  The riders are the top talent from right here in Arizona and you don’t want to miss the awesome finales!

Head into the Mesa Amphitheatre to celebrate America250 in style! Enjoy the rousing patriotic music of the US Coast Guard Auxiliary Arizona Band, an all-volunteer, nonprofit musical ensemble dedicated to honoring veterans, military families, and first responders.

Get up close and personal with a variety of military vehicles and learn more about how you can support our Troops. Displays include:

Vehicles

1942 GPW “Ford” Jeep, painted and marked for WWII U.S. Marine Corps

1942 Ford GPW Jeep – “Lil Lulu”

1944 M29C “Weasel”

1945 MB “Willy” & 1943 T6 Converto Trailer

1952 M38A1 Army Jeep

1970 M561 GAMA GOAT

1970 Kaiser Jeep XM813

1983 AMG M35A2C Deuce and a Half

1986 CUCV M1028

1993 Oshkosh M1070 – Heavy Equipment Transporter

2006 M1152 Humvee

SAS Jeep

Steyr Puch Pinzgauer Model 712

10 x 10 Medical Tent display

Aircraft

MD500 Little Bird Helicopter

T33 Jet “T Bird”

Recruiters

Army

Several Vehicles – HMMWV, LMTV, MAT-V

Enlistment Ceremony

Marines

Inflatable Drill SGT

Football Toss

Pull Up Bar

Air Force

Visit the beautiful classic cars on display.