Aside from the crackling and grumbling sound of nearby fireworks, there may be a different kind of thunderous roar coming from your belly this Fourth of July.
Luckily, there are a few events happening around the city that complement the colorful explosions in the sky. Below you’ll find the likes of barbecue food, pool parties, pool parties involving beer, a local brewery’s anniversary, and more.
Keep checking back for more events as we get closer to the holiday.
1912 Brewing Company
2045 N. Forbes Blvd.
This is sort of a double whammy when it comes to celebrations because it’s their sixth anniversary, too.
For their sixth year, they’ll have some new beer releases, two different beer slushies, a new can release, food from The Blacktop Grill starting at noon, and then Daniela’s Cooking beginning at 4 p.m.
For more information, follow 1912 Brewing Company on Facebook.
Bella’s Gelato Shoppe
2648 E. Speedway Blvd.
With the extreme heat cookin’ up the streets of Tucson, this grand opening couldn’t come at a better time.
Bella’s Gelato Shoppe, which originally debuted as a food truck, is opening up its brick-and-mortar location at 2648 E. Speedway Blvd on Friday, July 2.
It’s been a long journey for Bella’s Gelato Shoppe’s owner, Elizabeth Sebring, who purchased the gelato truck back in 2015 from the original owners, Ken Dungey and Lisa Erickson. The shop, which used to be a Baskin-Robbins, was slated to open sometime between September and October 2020, but, like many things, the grand opening was interrupted by the pandemic.
Bella’s Gelato Shoppe is located at 2648 E. Speedway Blvd. For more information, follow Bella’s Gelato Shoppe on Facebook or visit bellasgelato.com.
Board + Brie Tucson
Online Only
The Summer Solstice board just may be the perfect addition to the upcoming holiday weekend. The board serves up to eight people on a handmade board for only $75.
You’ll want to place your order online sooner rather than later.
For more information, follow Board + Brie Tucson on Facebook.
Hotel McCoy
720 W. Silverlake Rd.
The artsy hotel is throwing a Fourth of July party for those who book a room on Sunday, July 4. Plus, you can get 25-percent off with the promo code “LETFREEDOMRING” if you book soon enough.
Each guest will get a goodie bag of Fourth of July-themed fun, a free check-in drink, complimentary breakfast, entertainment by Paul the Piano Man, and food from Dre’s Seafood and BBQ food truck.
For more information, follow Hotel McCoy on Facebook.
Loews Ventana Canyon Resort
7000 N. Resort Dr.
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and Loews Ventana Canyon Resort is hosting a holiday celebration along with incredible savings.
They’ve currently got a “Fourth of July Weekend Celebration Package” available from Thursday, July 1 – Wednesday, July 7 that includes several food-driven options. All resort activities are complimentary for guests, with exception of food and beverage.
Here’s a list of all of the events happening over the holiday weekend:
Saturday, July 3
Sunshine and Sangria Pool Party and Dive-In Movie
Kick-off the holiday weekend with poolside drink specials all day at Bill’s Grill like Frozen
Watermelon Sangria and Electric Lemonade. The fun doesn’t end when the sun goes down;
when families can enjoy a dive-in movie night under the stars.
BBQ & Beer Pool Party
Enjoy fun in the sun with a live DJ, poolside barbecue, and drink specials including buckets of beer.
Sunset Beach Party
From 5 – 8 p.m., don’t miss poolside fun under the stars featuring a live band, food & drink specials, and more.
Sunday, July 4
Fourth of July Pool Party
During the day enjoy poolside drink specials and a live DJ. Bill’s Grill poolside eatery will be
serving a holiday barbecue with corn, potato salad, and coleslaw.
Red, White & Blue BBQ at Coyote Corral
In the evening, a festive barbecue dinner is happening at Coyote Corral featuring grilled favorites,
hamburgers, and hotdogs. Enjoy complimentary snow cones, popcorn and drinks, live music,
drink specials, and a holiday-themed movie under the stars.
Cascade Lounge
Beat the heat all weekend long in Cascade Lounge with live music and specialty drinks like
Strawberry Limeade and Raspberry Moscato Margaritas.
For more information, visit loewshotels.com.
MSA Annex
267 S. Avenida del Convento
If you’ve been itchin’ to dance and let loose, this event is for you.
Beginning at 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 4, the MSA Annex is hosting an IndepenDANCE Party with the high-energy cumbia of Tucson’s Los Esplifs, DJ Herm, the Flam Chen Fire Dancers. There’s also going to be food trucks, which have yet to be announced.
Tickets are only $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
For more information, follow MSA Annex on Facebook.
Sand-Reckoner Winery and Vineyards
Multiple Locations
Sand-Reckoner Winery and Vineyardsjust is launching its newly redesigned labels with parties at two local hotspots, Westbound and The Downtown Clifton, this Fourth of July weekend.
The award-winning vineyard is hosting sundown parties with boozy ice pops and frosé custom-made with Sand-Reckoner Rosé. These events are free to attend and summer beach attire is encouraged.
Saturday, July 3 from 7 – 10 p.m.
Pop-Up Pool Lounge at Westbound
- 267 S. Avenida del Convento
- Music by DJ PC Party
- Boozy Pops
- Wine specials
- Lounge pools
Sunday, July 4 from 7 – 10 p.m.
Americana Barbeque at The Downtown Clifton
- 485 S. Stone Ave.
- DJ Rob Moonlite
- Barbecue and the fixings
- Frosé
- Photo Opportunities
For more information, follow Sand-Reckoner on Facebook.
The Tuxon
960 S. Freeway
Dive into cool vibes and a hip scene, the ultimate spot for a day at the pool.
On Saturday, July 3, The Pool Bar at The Tuxon is a “little Rodeo Drive meets the rodeo parade.” They’ll be having live DJ sets, bites to eat, and drinks to indulge in like cold boozy slushies and local craft drinks. This event is open to hotel guests only, so make sure to book your room by calling (520) 372-2853.
For more information, follow The Tuxon on Facebook.
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Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
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