Restaurants and bars across Tucson are ready to light up Independence Day 2026 with festive menus, live music and holiday weekend fun. July 4 falls on a Saturday this year, giving locals an extended weekend to celebrate.<\/p>\n
Annual Fourth of July celebration at the Arizona Inn<\/h2>\n
2200 E. Elm St.<\/strong><\/p>\n The Arizona Inn hosts its annual Independence Day Celebration on 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. Set on the Inn\u2019s main lawn, the evening features a slow-cooked summer feast served on the African Terrace. The spread includes house-crafted ribs and sliders, beer-and-mustard glazed chicken, grilled shrimp, watermelon and feta salad, and green chile cornbread. Dessert stations include a build-your-own strawberry shortcake and a chef-attended s\u2019mores experience. Beverage service runs 6-10 p.m. on the lawns.<\/p>\n Live music comes from Dos Sue\u00f1os, an electric violin and guitar duo. Admission is $65 for adults and $25 for children ages 12 and under. Children 5 and under are complimentary. Reservations are required at arizonainn.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n 311 E. Congress St.<\/strong><\/p>\n Hotel Congress hosts its Fourth of July Waterslide Party and Indepen-DANCE celebration beginning at 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. The event features live entertainment, waterslides, and dancing, with all-ages fun continuing until 10 p.m., after which it becomes a 21-and-over party. The 15-foot Stars & Stripes waterslide, cornhole, and giant Jenga round out the lineup, alongside hot dogs and live music all day and night. Americana acts include a Neil Young set from Bjorgo, a Bruce Springsteen set from Baby Dog, and a Dolly Parton set from Miss Priscilla Priddy & the Priddy Boys. Good Day Good Night keeps the party going through the night. Check hotelcongress.com<\/a> for tickets and pricing.<\/p>\n 1803 E. Prince Rd.<\/strong><\/p>\n Ghini\u2019s French Caffe celebrates summer and France all month long. From July 3-5, guests can enjoy 2-for-$15 classic mimosas Friday through Sunday. The cafe also runs a summer special all month: add a 187ml Prosecco to any entr\u00e9e for $10.<\/p>\n July specials on the food menu include:<\/p>\n Seasonal drinks include the All-American Caramel Apple Pie Mimosa ($13), Berry Iced Matcha, Ros\u00e9 Sangria, and the French Lavender Lemonade Mimosa ($1 off all month).<\/p>\n For Bastille Day, the cafe runs 2-for-$15 French Lavender Lemonade Mimosas during Bastille Week, July 14-19. Tuesday, July 14, also brings a Bastille prix fixe menu, served 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, July 16, marks Ghini\u2019s 34th birthday, celebrated with berry shortcake and 2-for-$15 French Lavender Mimosas.<\/p>\n 5501 N. Hacienda del Sol Rd.<\/strong><\/p>\n The 10th annual Red, White & Brew takes place at 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, at Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort. Guests can enjoy a buffet of grilled favorites, classic side dishes, desserts, and cold beer, with live music from The Xcelerators. The event runs until 10 p.m. Tickets from prior years have ranged from $85 to $110 per adult, all-inclusive. Check here<\/a> for pricing and availability.<\/p>\n 7000 N. Resort Drive<\/strong><\/p>\n Loews Ventana Canyon Resort hosts a full weekend of family-friendly activities and resort entertainment to mark America\u2019s 250th birthday. Guests can enjoy dive-in movies, lawn games, guided morning hikes, stargazing experiences, live music, happy hour specials, and poolside fun throughout the holiday weekend. The resort\u2019s weekly Blues, Brews & BBQ Sunday Brunch at The Canyon Club runs 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and features live blues music and local beers on tap. Visit loewshotels.com<\/a> for holiday programming details.<\/p>\n 267 S. Avenida del Convento<\/strong><\/p>\n The Mercado District and MSA Annex plan to host their annual Fourth of July Fiesta with live music and food trucks. Nearby food and beverage outlets, including Westbound Bar, Rollie\u2019s Mexican Grill, Seis Kitchen, Agustin Kitchen, Whole Slvce Pizza, Decibel Coffee, and Presta Coffee, are expected to be open. Check the Mercado District\u2019s Instagram<\/a> closer to the holiday for confirmed lineup details and timing.<\/p>\n Love Tucson food? So do we.<\/strong> That\u2019s why our stories are free to read \u2014 and focused on the chefs, farmers, and restaurants that make Tucson so delicious.Waterslide party and Indepen-DANCE at Hotel Congress<\/h2>\n
July specials and Bastille Day at Ghini\u2019s French Caffe<\/h2>\n
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10th annual Red, White & Brew at Hacienda del Sol<\/h2>\n
Independence Day weekend at Loews Ventana Canyon Resort<\/h2>\n
Fourth of July at the Mercado District<\/h2>\n
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