SEDONA, Ariz. – The city of Sedona invites the public to attend free community events the first week of July to celebrate America’s 250th birthday! Family friendly events include Stars, Stripes & Skates, Dive-In Movie and the Sedona Summer Splash. All three events will be held at the Sedona Community Pool, located 570 Posse Ground Rd.
Stars, Stripes & Skates: a free mid-summer synthetic ice-skating rink with free skates will be available to the public during the following days and times:
- July 1 – 3, 2026 – 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- July 4, 2026 – noon to 9:30 p.m.
- July 5, 2026 – 1:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Dive-In Movie: enjoy a free family-friendly movie (Finding Nemo, 100 minutes, rated G) while floating in the pool or relaxing poolside from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, July 3, 2026. Bring your swimsuit, towel and your favorite float. Popcorn will be provided.
Sedona Summer Splash: a July 4th celebration will be from noon to 4 p.m. with activities, music, games and raffles
In addition to the free open swim at the pool and music by DJ Frsh, right outside the pool area there will be food for purchase from La Tapatia, and a wet zone including slip and slides, a dunk tank, friendly kid competitions and games, a free hourly raffle with prizes and much more.
Recreation swim will be limited to 300 people at one time, but festivities outside the pool gate will not be limited. Swim attire is required for pool use and water shoes or other secure foot covering are recommended for the wet zone.
Special thanks to event partners and sponsors: Arizona Water Company, Tiffany Construction, APS and the Sedona Fire District. Only ADA service dogs are welcome at these events.
For more information about these and other Parks and Recreation Department events, go to www.sedonaaz.gov/events or call (928) 282-7098.