City of Prescott, Arizona

06/25/2026

City of Prescott Announces Independence Day Holiday Closures 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRESCOTT, AZ (June 25, 2026) - In observance of Independence Day, the City of Prescott will have the following closures and modified schedules.

City Offices
City offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd, and will reopen Monday, July 6th, at 8 a.m.

Solid Waste Collection
Residential trash and recycling collection will continue their regular schedules.
Commercial collection normally scheduled for Saturday will be collected on Friday, July 3rd.

Transfer Station
The Prescott Transfer Station will be open on Friday, July 3rd, and closed on Saturday, July 4th. Normal operations will resume on Monday, July 6th.

For additional information about Solid Waste or the Transfer Station, please visit www.PrescottRecycles.com or call 928-777-1116.

Prescott Public Library
The Prescott Public Library will be closed on Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th, and will reopen on Monday, July 6th, at 9 a.m.

Library digital resources remain available 24/7, including eBooks, online databases, and streaming video, at prescottlibrary.info.

For questions and information contact Danielle Trotter, Public Engagement Manager at 928.777.1401 Ext. 4804 | [email protected]

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06/24/2026

IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

The City of Prescott is gearing up to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at the Prescott Freedom Festival on Saturday, July 4th at Pioneer Park!

Join us for an unforgettable day of family fun, entertainment, food vendors, activities, live music with The Cheek Tones & Ponderosa Grove and a spectacular fireworks show as we honor this historic milestone together.

For event details, schedules, parking information, and more, visit:
City of Prescott Freedom Festival Information

We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🎆🇺🇸

06/24/2026

🚧 Downtown Prescott Street Closures & Parking Restrictions: July 2nd–5th 🚧

If you're heading downtown during Prescott Frontier Days and Independence Day events, plan ahead and expect temporary road closures and parking restrictions.

📅 Thursday, July 2nd
🎨 Frontier Days Arts & Crafts Show
• Goodwin St (Cortez St to Montezuma St): Closed beginning at 1 p.m. July 2nd through 9 a.m. July 6th
• Courthouse Plaza parking (Courthouse side): Vendor parking only from 4–9 p.m. July 2nd and 4–8 p.m. July 5th

📅 Friday, July 3rd
🎈 Kiwanis Kiddie Parade (9 a.m.)
Road closures from 7 a.m.–12 p.m.:
• Cortez St (Carleton St to Gurley St)
• Gurley St (Cortez St to Montezuma St)
• Union St (Marina St to Cortez St)
• Goodwin St (Marina St to Cortez St)

📅 Saturday, July 4th
🤠 Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo Parade (9 a.m.)
Closures from 6 a.m.–2 p.m.

Parade Staging Area:
• Washington St, Virginia St, Pleasant St, Alarcon St & Marina St (Gurley St to Sheldon St)
• Willis St (Washington St to Montezuma St)
• Cortez St (Willis St to Sheldon St)

Parade Route:
• Cortez St (Willis St to Carleton St)
• Carleton St (Cortez St to Montezuma St)
• Montezuma St (Carleton St to Sheldon St)

Additional Closures:
• Goodwin St & Gurley St (Granite St to Marina St)
• Union St (Cortez St to Marina St)

👢 Whiskey Row Boot Race
• Montezuma St (Goodwin St to Gurley St) will remain closed after the parade until approximately 4 p.m.

📅 Sunday, July 5th
🚒 Prescott Fire Department Hose Cart Races (9 a.m.)
Closures from 6 a.m.–3 p.m.:
• Cortez St (Gurley St to Goodwin St)
• Union St (Cortez St to Marina St)

Please follow all posted detours, no-parking signs, and directions from public safety personnel. All closure times are approximate and roads will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so.

For event information, contact Recreation Services at (928) 777-1121.

06/24/2026

⚠️ Community Notice: Construction Blasting Near SR 69

As part of site preparation for the future Quick Trip gas station at 2280 E. State Route 69, controlled blasting operations will begin this week.

Test Blast: June 24th
Between 4:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m.

Additional blasting is anticipated 1–2 times per week, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), through August as needed.

What to expect:
• A warning horn will sound approximately five minutes before each blast.
• An "all clear" horn will sound after the blast is complete.
• Temporary traffic and pedestrian holds may occur in the immediate area for safety.
• Blasting will be conducted by licensed professionals and monitored by Arizona Seismic Monitoring Services.
• Utility lines and nearby structures will be monitored before, during, and after blasting activities.

Residents and businesses in the area may hear the blasts, but minimal disruption is expected.

Please see the attached map for the project location and surrounding area.

06/23/2026

City Council Voting Meeting - June 23, 2026

06/23/2026

City Council Study Session - June 23, 2026

06/23/2026

Fish "Do Not Eat" Advisory issued for Watson Lake 🚨

See the new advisory: bit.ly/4vt5yWr

Due to elevated levels of PFOS, a "Do Not Eat" advisory is now in effect for largemouth bass in this waterbody. Exposure to PFOS over time can lead to long-term health risks, so please check the latest limits before your visit.

Recreational activities such as boating, bird watching, and catch-and-release fishing pose little risk and are safe!

Learn how to reduce your risk of consuming contaminants: azdeq.gov/fca



Arizona Game & Fish Department
Prescott Recreation Services
City of Prescott, Arizona

06/23/2026

🇺🇸 Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday at the Prescott Freedom Festival! 🇺🇸

Join us Saturday, July 4th, at Pioneer Park for an afternoon and evening of family fun, live music, inflatables, games, food vendors, a beer garden for guests 21+, and a spectacular fireworks show at 9 p.m.

📍 Pioneer Park, 1200 Commerce Dr.
🕒 Gates open at 2 p.m. | Event begins at 3 p.m.
🎆 Fireworks at 9 p.m.

Admission, activities, and parking are FREE.

What to bring:
✔ Chairs
✔ Blankets
✔ Umbrellas
✔ Weighted/secured EZ-ups
✔ Picnic-style food and factory-sealed beverages

Please note that all coolers, bags, wagons, and other items are subject to search.

Not allowed:
❌ Outside alcohol
❌ Fireworks or sparklers
❌ Fi****ms or weapons
❌ BBQ grills
❌ Smoking or va**ng in the park or within 50 feet of entrances
❌ Pets (service animals only)
❌ Overnight camping

🚗 Parking & Shuttle Information

Limited parking is available at Pioneer Park, Yavapai County Development Services (1120 Commerce Dr.), and the Prescott MVD Office (1105 Commerce Dr.).

Free off-site parking and shuttle service will be available at The Potter’s House Church (5195 AZ-89). The parking lot opens at 2 p.m., with shuttle service beginning at 2:30 p.m. The last shuttle to the event leaves at 8:30 p.m. Return service will continue after the fireworks show.

Please note that shuttle space is limited and may not accommodate large coolers or EZ-up tents.

🚦 Traffic Information

All vehicle entry to the event will be from Willow Creek Road north onto Commerce Drive. Pioneer Parkway will remain open in both directions, but access to Commerce Drive from Pioneer Parkway will be restricted. Commerce Drive at Tower Road will close to vehicle traffic at 8 p.m.

Learn more and view event FAQs at Prescott-AZ.gov.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

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