A Star-Spangled Spectacular in Scottsdale
Thursday, July 2 – Saturday, July 4, 2025
250th Year Celebration
Freedom Fest at the Princess is Scottsdale’s ultimate destination for celebrating America’s 250th birthday—three nights of live concerts, fireworks, family fun, and unforgettable summer experiences.
The weekend reaches new heights on Friday night with the Valley’s biggest drone show. From six sparkling pools and dive-in movies to the NASCAR Phoenix Raceway pace car simulator experience, Freedom Fest is best experienced with a three-night stay.
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4th OF JULY EVENTS
Concerts Under the Stars
July 2-4 | 8PM
Head over to the Princess Lagoon Lawn, where we will be celebrating with energetic live music and military parachutist jumps from the All Veterans Parachute Team! Nightly live music with high-energy band and DJ sets.
Concerts Under the Stars
Thursday, July 2nd
Sapphire Sky
Get ready to turn up the energy this Fourth of July at Freedom Fest at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, where the unforgettable sounds of Sapphire Sky will light up the night. Known for their dynamic stage presence and genre-spanning performances—from Top 40 hits and hip-hop to country classics, rock anthems and Motown favorites—this high-energy band brings the perfect soundtrack to a night of celebration under the desert sky. Whether you're dancing with friends or singing along with the whole family, Sapphire Sky ensures the party doesn't miss a beat.
Friday, July 3rd
Paradigm
Celebrate with Paradigm, live at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. Known for their explosive energy and crowd-thrilling mashups, Paradigm delivers a nonstop party experience featuring today’s Top 40 hits and feel-good classics—no 80s, just nonstop energy and crowd favorites. From singalong anthems to current chart-toppers, they set the perfect soundtrack to keep the vibe moving and the dance floor alive. Come ready to unwind, connect, and enjoy a high-energy atmosphere built for unforgettable nights.
Saturday, July 4th
Rubix Kube
This Independence Day, get ready for an electric evening at Freedom Fest with Rubix Kube, taking the stage at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. This wildly fun, interactive experience brings the biggest hits, boldest fashion, and over-the-top spirit of the 80s back to life—part concert, part party, and all-out nostalgia. From iconic anthems to nonstop crowd engagement, come ready to sing, dance, and relive the decade like never before.
Saluting Heroes & Vintage Air Show
JULY 4 | 4:45 PM
Saluting America's heroes, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess will host a one-of-a-kind vintage air show Saturday, July 4, where a dozen military aircraft that flew in WWII, Korea and Vietnam will fly over the resort, flown by retired veterans.
Best place to watch: Princess Pool
Drone Show
July 3rd
The can’t-miss centerpiece of Freedom Fest 250? An incredible 400-drone aerial spectacular lighting up the Scottsdale sky on Friday, July 3rd—an all-new experience unlike anything the Valley has ever seen. Combining cutting-edge technology with patriotic celebration, this unforgettable show is set to be one of the biggest right here in Scottsdale.
All Veteran Group
July 2-4
Experience the thrill and awe of parachutists as they take to the skies every night. The All Veteran Group light up the evening with their daring aerial displays, as they soar through the air with trailing patriotic flags and firework displays.
Stars, Stripes & Check-In Delights
Kick off your Freedom Fest weekend with an all-American welcome! Snap a photo at our festive photo op, and grab your scavenger hunt clues to guide your adventure across the resort. Let the red, white, and you fun begin!
Princess Ballroom Foyer
Patriotic, Poolside!
Daily
Celebrating America poolside is the place to be in Scottsdale. Join us at one of our six sparkling pools!
*Open to resort guests only.
Electrifying Fireworks
July 2-4 | 9pm
Put your eyes to the sky as we light up the night with fireworks!
Best places to watch: Lagoon Lawn, Canyon Lawn, Sunset Beach and Princess Plaza
Fun Team
July 2-5 | 10am - 4pm
Join the Fairmont Fun Team for high-energy water relays, ring-toss challenges, and plenty of unexpected surprises!
Sonoran Splash Pool & Sunset Beach Pool
Fun Team
| Thursday-Sunday | 10AM Sonoran Splash Pool & Sunset Beach Pool |
All Stars
THURSDAY - SUNDAY | 10AM - 4PM
Get in the game with our high-energy All Stars programming, designed for guests who love to stay active and have fun. Activities begin at Sunset Beach Pool and move throughout the day, ending at Splash Pool—creating a dynamic, social experience perfect for all ages.
Sonoran Splash Pool & Sunset Beach Pool
All Stars
| Friday-Sunday | 10AM - 4PM | Sonoran Splash Pool & Sunset Beach Pool |
Twilight Trailblazers | Parents Night Out
Friday & Saturday
Enjoy a well-deserved evening out while we take care of the fun! Relax, unwind, and enjoy your evening, we’ll make sure your little ones have a fun one too!
Twilight Trailblazers | Parents Night Out
Twilight Trailblazers is our evening childcare adventure designed especially for families heading to dinner or enjoying a relaxing night. From 5p – 10p, your children will enjoy a safe, engaging, and activity-filled evening with our experienced camp counselors.
Families will drop off at Trailblazers, where our counselors will walk the children to the Summer Camp Rec Center for an exciting night of games, crafts, themed activities, and plenty of fun with friends. After a high-energy evening, children enjoy a smooth wind-down before pickup.
Date | Friday & Saturday Evenings from May 29 - August 8
Location | Summer Camp Rec Center/Fairmont Gold Meeting Room
Time | 5p – 10p
Cost | $90 for 1 Child | +$50 for each additional child | Ages 6 -12
Dinner | Choice of Chicken Tenders, Hot Dog, Grilled Cheese | Severed with fruit or French fries
Catch-and-Release Fishing Derbies
July 3-6 | 8-10AM
Catch the summer vibes at our exciting fishing derbies, for prizes! $10 per person.
Lagoon Lawn
Dive-In Movies
July 2-5 | 8PM
Gather with fellow trailblazers, and watch family-favorite movies on our giant, inflatable screen while floating in our resort pool!
Sunset Beach Pool
Camp Trailblazers: Lobby Arcade
Daily
Beat the heat at the ultimate family fun spot! Enjoy a variety of games and activities for all ages in the comfort of the A/C. It’s the coolest place to play this summer! Or, gather the family to enjoy classic video and arcade games.
Camp Trailblazers: Lobby Arcade
The Arcade at Camp Trailblazers:
Sunday–Wednesday: 9:00a– 5:00p
Thursday–Saturday: 9:00a – 9:00p
Dates | May 28 - Sept 7
Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult 18+
Camp Trailblazers Hours:
Friday–Saturday: 5:00p– 10:00p
Ages | 6–12
Camp Trailblazers: Kids Club
Daily
Camp Trailblazers Kids Club offers fun, supervised activities for children ages 6-12, including themed adventures, crafts, sports, and video Games. Kids can enjoy daily activities and make new friends in a safe, educational, and engaging environment.
Camp Trailblazers: Kids Club
Day Camp Resort Guest
Half Day Experience | 9a-1p (Lunch Included) | $85
Full Day Experience | 9a-5p (Lunch Included) | $135
Trailblazers Arcade
Monday-Wednesday | 9a-5p
Thursday-Sunday | 9a-9p
Dates | May 28-Sept 7
Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult 18+
Trailblazers Arcade & Recreation Center
Friday-Sunday | 5p-9p
Dates | May 29-August 8
Ages | 6-12
Pickle Ball
DAILY | 9AM - 5PM
Stop by Trailblazers Rec Center, and reserve our pickleball court in 1-hour time blocks for an action-packed game in a lively setting. We provide the pickleball gear bag, two paddles, three balls, refreshing bottled water, and a sweat towel.
Mineral Creek Mining
Daily
Located in front of Camp Trailblazers, this interactive children’s experience begins with purchasing a bag of dirt, which campers then take to the Mineral Creek Mining setup to pan and uncover hidden minerals and treasures.
Mineral Creek Mining
Hours:
Sunday-Wednesday 9a-5p
Thursday – Saturday 9a-9p
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