Flagstaff and Grand Canyon hotels and travel information
Independence Day the Flagstaff Way
Flagstaff Fourth Celebrate the entire weekend with a host of Independence Day events. Kick-off the weekend Movies on the Square and First Friday ArtWalk. Attend the "Oldest Hopi Show in the World" at the Museum of Northern Arizona’s 79th Annual Hopi Festival of Arts and Culture. Sit in the cool pines at the Amphitheater in Fort Tuthill while watching a special Red, White & Blue concert by the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra. Visit Historic Downtown Flagstaff for events happening in and around the square including The Heritage Square Summer Concert Series, and of course the 16th Annual 4th of July Parade designated an “Arizona Treasure” by former Governor Janet Napolitano.
Finally, don't miss the premier 4th of July event in Northern Arizona and the opportunity to celebrate with family and friends in the high country.The City of Flagstaff proudly presents the "Fire-Safe Fireworks" event this Fourth of July at the Flagstaff Mall & The Marketplace. The actual show will start around 9 p.m., but spectators are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs and arrive early. Store and restaurant hours in the Flagstaff Mall & Marketplace may vary.
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For the most up-to-date information on holiday events and visiting Flagstaff throughout the year, call the Flagstaff Visitor Center at 888-774-9541
4th of July Special events 
July 4Historic Downtown Flagstaff • 928-774-4505
flagstaffchamber.com
The Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce presents this annual tradition featuring more than 100 entries including marching bands. Designated an “Arizona Treasure” by former Governor Janet Napolitano. 9 a.m.
July 4 Wheeler Park, Historic Downtown Flagstaff • 928-213-2300 • flagstaff.az.gov/recreation
Bring your family and a blanket for an entire day of music and activities at Flagstaff's annual Concert in the Park series. Bounce houses, food vendors and crafts for the kids. noon-7 p.m.; free.
12 p.m.: Stylus (classic rock/r&b)
2:15: Vincent Z (world music)
3:30: Porchlights (folk/bluegrass)
5 p.m.: Dave Logan Band (Folk/Rock/Roots)
July 4 Pepsi Amphitheater in Fort Tuthill • 928-774-5107 • flagstaffsymphony.org
Bring the kids, a blanket, some lawn chairs and come for a concert of stirring celebratory music. With selections from Oklahoma to music from True Grit, this July 4th concert promises to delight the entire family. Sponsored by the Coconino County Board of Supervisors and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. 3:30 p.m.
July 4 Flagstaff Mall and Marketplace • 888-774-9541
printable pdf map • flagstaffmall.com
The City of Flagstaff and Flagstaff Mall have teamed up to present the Fire-Safe Fireworks event. Bring your blankets and chairs and plan to arrive early! Fire-Safe Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
July 4 Grand Canyon Railway, Williams • 1-800-THE-TRAIN • thetrain.com
Ride to the Grand Canyon behind Grand Canyon's historic steam locomotive 4960, fueled by waste vegetable oil. 9:30 a.m.
Museum of Northern Arizona • 928-774-5213
musnaz.org
Award-winning artists from the 12 Hopi villages bring the mesas to Flagstaff at the "Oldest Hopi Show in the World." Carvers, painters, jewelers, potters, quilters, and basket and textile weavers fill the booths. Cultural presentations, storytelling, music, and dances fill the Museum. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Coconino Center for the Arts and The Pioneer Museum • 928-779-2300
flagfolkfest.org
Proudly showcasing the best in folk and acoustic music in Arizona and beyond. Featuring well over 100 acts on four stages, workshops, jams and more. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. both days
July 4 Lowell Observatory • 928-233-3210 • lowell.edu
Astronomer Wes Lockwood will present a program about his long-term research of the sun and sun-like stars. Also view breathtaking celestial objects through telescopes and enjoy exciting multimedia programs. 5-9:30 p.m.
July 4-8 Mormon Lake Lodge • 928-354-2227 • mormonlakelodge.com
Team ropers come out for a festive weekend full of friendly competition, hosted by Jack & Stacey Fuller.
Presented by Flagstaff Cultural Partners, Historic Downtown Flagstaff • 928-779-2300 • FlagstaffArtWalk.com
Enjoy live music and refreshments, meet local artists, and browse and shop for original artwork at Flagstaff’s many downtown galleries. 6–9 p.m.; free.
Downtown Flagstaff • 928-213-9233 • alpinepedaler.com
Leaving the Mother Road Brewery, this 2.5 hour pub crawl on the Alpine Pedaler gives riders VIP specials at all stops. Limited seats available; sign up on website. 7 or 8 p.m.
July 6-8 Wheeler Park in Historic Downtown Flagstaff • 928-556-9498 • flagstaffartinthepark.com
Annual Fourth of July outdoor juried fine art and fine craft show. 100 artists featuring jewelry, photography, paintings, ceramics, glass and more. Live music, food, petting zoo and children’s play area. Fri and Sat 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; free.
Presented by Flagstaff Downtown Business Alliance. Heritage Square, Historic Downtown Flagstaff • 928-637-6192 • flagdba.com
Bring your chairs, blankets and kids for a fun night. Family entertainment precedes each movie beginning at 6 p.m. Movies begin at dusk; free.
The Arboretum at Flagstaff • 928-774-1442 • thearb.org
Enjoy this outdoor concert with performances with world-music influences. Bring a picnic dinner and blanket or concert chairs. 5:30-7 p.m.
Mormon Lake Lodge • 928-354-2227 • mormonlakelodge.com
The weekend is filled with kids’ games, a cookout, a parade down Main Street and wrapped up with a fireworks extravaganza.
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