1:00 PM-3:00 PM

Splash Pad · 3883 W Ballpark St, Thatcher, AZ 85552

Part of Gila Valley 250

Join the Town of Thatcher and presenting sponsor Big Buckle Roofing for the Eastern Arizona College Splash Pad Party on Independence Day from 1 to 3 p.m. The Thatcher Fire Department will start the event off with a spray down. Enjoy a complimentary hot dog meal and cool off at the splash pad. Photo Courtesy of the Graham County Chamber of Commerce

9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Part of NatureSweet SalsaFest

6:00 PM-11:00 PM

Graham County Fairgrounds New Soccer Fields

Part of Gila Valley 250

Gather with friends, family, and neighbors for an evening of music, food, and community celebration at the Gila Valley 250 Music, Food Trucks, and Popsicles event. Presented by the Graham County Chamber of Commerce and hosted by Graham County, the festivities begin at 6 p.m. as food trucks open for dinner service and live music takes the main stage. At 7:30 p.m., the JustServe America250 Heart of Service Awards will recognize outstanding volunteers and organizations whose service has strengthened communities across Graham and Greenlee counties. At 7:45 p.m., enjoy a live performance by the ZGF Band, presented by Energy Transfer, featuring dance music, party favorites, and crowd-pleasing hits leading up to the fireworks show. The Freeport-McMoRan Fireworks Spectacular will begin at dusk, approximately 8:30 p.m., lighting up the sky in celebration of Independence Day and America's 250th anniversary. Following the fireworks finale, the ZGF Band will return to the stage for a live music and dancing encore, presented by Energy Transfer, keeping the celebration going late into the evening. Complimentary popsicles will be available while supplies last.

8:00 PM-11:59 PM

The Ranch Restaurnt and Dirty Cowboy Saloon @ 4369 U.S. 191, Safford, Arizona, 85546, United States

Every 2 weeks on Fri · Next occurrence Oct 16, 2026

Kick up your heels at Line Dancing every other Friday at 8 PM at The Ranch Restaurant & Dirty Cowboy Saloon Free line dancing lessons for families, beginners, and experienced dancers—everyone is welcome! Stay after and keep dancing the night away. Come early to enjoy a delicious dinner, refreshing drinks, and great service before the fun begins.