Stay cool concerts, BBQ pool party, Fourth of July celebrations, and more.
July 04, 2025
Happy Fourth of July, Gilbert. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Gilbert Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead:
-
Stay cool concerts 🎶
-
4th of July events 🎆
-
River cleanup 🚣
-
Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Planning board greenlights project: The Mesa Planning and Zoning Board voted 4-0 last week to back Copa Health’s plan to replace a 12-unit building with a 36-unit complex at Beverly and Auburn despite neighbors’ safety and traffic concerns — read the full story.
Stay cool concert series: Chandler Center for the Arts is beating the heat with free, air-conditioned Friday night shows July 25th through August 29th. Blues, R&B, country-pop, flamenco, and more await — see the full lineup and RSVP.
Mesa reins in data centers: Mesa adopted new zoning rules, including 400-foot setbacks, 60-foot height caps and a formal definition for data centers, to free up land for higher-wage industries and mandate sound and water reports — read the full story.
Compare rates for free: The average driver pays $175 a month on car insurance, but most of us are paying way too much. If it’s been a while since you shopped around, you’re likely part of that “most of us” — this comparison tool can save you hundreds.
Highlights this week
-
New $1 trillion industrial complex pitched
-
New program teaches kids how to ride bikes
-
AZ budget includes massive arts investment
-
Volunteer to clean up the lower Salt River
-
Swap or sell your extra sewing supplies
🫶 We got your back
Crunch time: When your stomach starts growling for something crispy, herby, and downright irresistible, Phoenicia Pita Kitchen whips up golden falafel that’ll have you reaching for extra tahini—and maybe a second pita—faster than you can say “chickpea bliss.”
Frankly fantastical franks: When you need a quick bite that packs a punch, Mugsy Dogs is the reigning champ of mustard, relish, and risk-it-all topping combos. Think loaded chili-cheese dogs with a dash of sriracha and pickled jalapeños—because sometimes comfort food needs a kick.
Up, up, and away: Bubbles of Joy has everything you need to keep your celebration floating high. From jumbo latex and foil balloons to streamers, plates, napkins, and even those sneaky confetti poppers, they’ve got the basics (and the bounce) to make any party pop.
Energy efficiency on a budget: New windows and doors may not seem glamorous, but they can deliver real savings — windows can reduce utility bills by 7-15% and doors by up to 35%. To sweeten the savings, Renewal by Andersen is offering $400 off per window and $850 off per door right now.
👀 Why just read it when you could be in it?
Own or manage a local business? Thousands of your future fans read our emails — advertising your products, services, listings, and events with us is easy.
You can advertise with us or submit an event for free.
📆 Gilbert happenings
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🏊 BBQ Pool Party | Independence Day @ Golfland Sunsplash | Friday (7/4) at 11 am – Dive into Mesa Golfland SunSplash’s biggest pool party of the year, complete with BBQ bites, pool games, and sun-soaked vibes. Bring your shades—and your appetite—for an all-day splash fest.
🎲 4th of July Neon Bingo @ Solterra at Chandler | Friday (7/4) at 1 pm – Light up your Bingo card with glow-in-the-dark daubers and compete in a festive, neon-bright showdown. Don your most vibrant red, white, and blue for this standout Independence Day game night.
🎆 Arizona Celebration of Freedom @ Mesa Convention Center | Friday (7/4) at 6 pm – Downtown Mesa turns into the ultimate 4th of July festival with food trucks, BMX stunt shows, classic cars, and a splash zone for cooling off. Stick around for live music, a laser light extravaganza, and fireworks that light up the Arizona sky.
This weekend
📓 Crops of Luv – First Saturdays @ Apache Wells Community – Mesa | Saturday (7/5) at 10 am – Calling all scrapbook savants: join Crops of Luv to craft memory books for Wish Families. Bring your favorite tools—adhesives and paper are on the house—and spend your morning turning photos into heartfelt keepsakes. Craft for a cause and leave with stories bound in love.
🤠 6th Annual 4th of July Cash Classic @ Welcome Home Ranch | Saturday (7/5) at 6 pm – Think you’ve got the fastest rope this side of the Sonoran? Tag in for the Cash Classic where $10K and bragging rights are on the line. Books close at 6 pm sharp—pick your runs, partner up, and rope like there’s no tomorrow. Saddle up, partner, and may the best cowpoke win!
🎸 Sinshrift @ The Rosetta Room | Saturday (7/5) at 6 pm – Ready for a sonic smackdown? Sinshrift and friends Phathoms, At My Mercy, and Majin Mood crank riffs and drop beats all night long. All ages welcome—grab your crew, snag your spot on the dance floor, and rock out until you drop.
🎵 Judy & The Drag-Ins @ Icons Sports Grill | Saturday (7/5) at 8 pm – Judy & The Drag-Ins are back to blow the roof off Icons Sports Grill with a powerhouse set of rock anthems, classic hits, pop bangers, and country crowd-pleasers. Bring your squad, snag a seat early, and stock up on drinks and snacks—trust us, you’ll need the fuel to keep dancing until midnight.
🍵 Mom & Me Crafting & Tea Party: Victorian Theme @ Event Upon Time | Sunday (7/6) at 1 pm – Don your fanciest hats and dive into Victorian-inspired cardmaking and scrapbooking over delicate sips of tea. Bring personal keepsakes—photos, recipes, heirlooms—and craft memories alongside mom (or anyone who’s like family). Tickets via Eventbrite; come ready to glue, giggle, and gossip in true proper style.
🥁 Chandler Drum Circle @ Chandler Public Library | Sunday (7/6) at 2 pm – Beat the Sunday blues with a free, family-friendly gathering where drums are provided and good vibes are on tap. Whether you’re a seasoned percussionist or just learning to find the beat, this monthly circle welcomes all ages and skill levels (kids must be accompanied). Bring your hands, your rhythm, and your community spirit for a half-hour of groove and grin.
🎶 Live music & entertainment
-
7/4 Campbell Brothers @ Grill on the Green – 6 pm
-
7/4 Pop Punk and Emo @ O.H.S.O Gilbert – 9 pm
-
7/4 Hard & Heavy and more @ Icons Sports Bar – 9 pm
-
7/4 Briggs Ashman and more @ Jolie’s Place – 9 pm
-
7/5 BadJune @ Local Legends Bar & Grill – 2 pm
-
7/5 Sinshrift and more @ The Rosetta Room – 6 pm
-
7/5 Dead Don’t Dance @ StarZ American Bar & Grill – 8 pm
-
7/5 Pretty Cül @ Good Time Charli’s – 8:30 pm
-
7/6 Arizona Avenue Band @ Icons Sports Grill – 3:30 pm
-
7/6 Painted Soul @ The Forum Complex – 5 pm
-
7/6 Donny Grubb @ On The Green Sports Grill – 6 pm
🏠️ Price Is Right – Gilbert edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
*This️ 👇️ could be your listing. Hit us up if you’ve got a home (or 12) to sell.
Listed by: Janine M. Igliane (Keller Williams Integrity)
This custom-built 1990 charmer sprawls across nearly an acre with a paid-off solar roof and brand-new shingles overhead. Seven roomy bedrooms and 4.5 baths, including a finished basement begging for movie marathons, live large in 5,298 sq ft. Gourmet kitchen, cozy living nooks and elegant finishes keep things warm, while fruit trees and a sparkling pool add backyard swagger.
Minutes from freeways, downtown Gilbert and the best eats, this private oasis brings space, style, and sunshine together.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
Gilbert Brief may receive a commission on purchases made through affiliate links in this newsletter. Content marked with an * is paid advertising. The company may also generate commission from affiliate links in the newsletter.
You received this email because you are signed up for emails from Gilbert Brief.
Update your email preferences or unsubscribe here
© 2025 BaseLocal
220 W. Congress Street
Detroit, MI 48226, United States of America
