4:00 PM-5:00 PM

Safford City - Graham County Library · 808 S 7th Avenue, Safford, AZ 85546

Weekly on Thu, until 2026-12-18 · Next occurrence Jun 25, 2026

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7:00 PM

Graham County Fairgrounds New Soccer Fields

Part of Gila Valley 250

Enjoy an evening of live music on the United Way Graham and Greenlee Counties Community Stage before the fireworks as the ZGF Band performs a mix of dance music, party favorites, and crowd-pleasing hits. Presented by Energy Solutions and hosted by Graham County, this free concert will keep the energy high and the celebration going as families and friends gather for the Freeport-McMoRan Fireworks.

6:00 AM

Edd Hubbard Field · 101 S Main St, Pima, AZ 85543

Part of Gila Valley 250

Building on several years of tradition, KeyHole Properties and the Eastern Arizona Historical Society and Museum will offer a patriotic community breakfast featuring pancakes, eggs, and bacon, along with a brief patriotic program hosted by the Town of Pima. The free event is expected to serve approximately 1,000 people, with elected officials from across the Gila Valley helping serve breakfast. Donations will be accepted. Photo Courtesy of David Bell, News Director for Double R Communications.

5:30 AM

Parade Route

Part of Gila Valley 250

The People’s Parade is a family-focused Independence Day tradition celebrating community participation in the Gila Valley 250 4th of July festivities. The parade features decorated bicycles, walking families, and informal community entries such as the Gila Valley Freedom Band. The event is intentionally non-commercial and non-political, with no organizational entries or political participation allowed. It is designed as a simple, open, and family-friendly celebration with no registration required, making it easy for children and families to participate safely and creatively. Photo Courtesy of David Bell, News Director at Double R Communications.

1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Community Pool · 1024 W Main St, Safford, AZ 85546

Part of Gila Valley 250

Cool off this Independence Day at Big Buckle Roofing LLC Safford Pool Day, presented by Gila Valley Mortgage and hosted by the City of Safford. The pool will be open free of charge from 1 to 5 p.m., giving families a chance to beat the summer heat and enjoy an afternoon of fun in the water. The first 200 children in attendance will receive complimentary hot dogs and chips while supplies last. Bring the family and make a splash as part of the Gila Valley 250 Independence Day celebration. Photo Courtesy of City of Safford.

5:00 AM

Town of Thatcher

Part of Gila Valley 250

A patriotic early-morning wake up across the Gila Valley. Photo courtesy of Thatcher Fire Department.