Get fired up for July 4th fun! Celebrate America's birthday in style at Glendale's 4th of July Celebration at Glendale Community College with hot dogs, water slides, music and fireworks.

The fun starts with free swimming at the GCC pool beginning at 1 p.m. Gates open for the event at 6 p.m., with free admission and free parking. Entertainment on the APS Main Stage begins at 7 p.m., including a patriotic program and an F-16 flyover by a Luke Fighter Squadron, followed by musical entertainment. The awesome fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 8:40 p.m.

Entertainment for children will include a juggler on the kid’s stage. Parents can keep little ones cool and happy with an inflatable water slide, or other inflatable games that will be available for a small fee.

Bleacher seating is available inside the stadium, as well as acres of grass for blankets and lawn chairs throughout the college grounds and at Sahuaro Ranch Park. Coolers will be permitted inside the stadium, but subject to search upon entry. However, glass containers and alcohol are prohibited. Food and beverages will be available for purchase during the event, as well.

For more information, call the Special Events Hotline at 623-930-2299, or visit www.glendaleaz.com/events. Glendale’s 4th of July Celebration is sponsored by APS, KTVK News Channel 3, The Arizona Republic, Snapple AOX, Diamond Resorts, KOOL, KMLE and JAMZ.