Benson, Arizona: The day before, on July 3rd, the city of Benson in Arizona (See the map to locate it from our BVI Hotel in Tucson) is celebrating Independence Day. Festivities start at 9am with the traditional parade with horses and antique tractors. You would be able to assist to a water fight between fire departments or  music and a magic show the same morning. The afternoon schedule is still to be announced. At night will be the start the official part of Independence Day with the national anthem and the patriotic reading, just before some spectacular fireworks people could “adopt”. For more information about the exact schedule and location, please follow http://www.cityofbenson.com/
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If you want to experience even more traditional celebration of the Independence Day near Tucson in Arizona, you should go to one of the following cities (South of Tucson):

- Tombstone: In addition to the fireworks, there is, among others, a softball tournament organized on Medigovich Field & Allen Street

- Bisbee: Lots of sports events in Bisbee Arizona, such as a home team baseball game or an iron man mile, before the unavoidable fireworks.

- Sierra Vista: The whole week-end of Independence Day will be busy in Sierra Vista Arizona, as there are plans on both July 3rd and July 4th. If there are obviously fireworks on the schedule, you can assist in particular to a young talent show and street dance.

- Tubac: Probably the most old fashioned celebration of Independence Day 2010, with especially competitive games for your kids, and, you know it, fireworks.

If you want to stay in the beautiful city of Tucson, there will be a Tucson Toros Baseball Game against the Yuma Scorpions counting for the minor league on July 4th. Parades, Games and lots of other activities are programmed for Independence Day. Check in our Motel in Tucson and enjoy the quality of our accommodations celebrating the 4th of July with us.

Where can you find a unique museum recreating the landscape of the Sonora Desert? In Tucson, Arizona of course!

This summer, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum stays open late on Saturday night so that visitors can also appreciate the nocturnal wildlife of Sonora Desert. In fact, this incredible museum owns more than 300 animal species and 1,200 plant species that can be seen from its 2 miles of  paths. For more information about the Desert Museum in Tucson, check out their website or this Wikipedia link.

What is the Saturday Museum Special? The summer special allows visitors to visit the Desert Museum until 10 pm (Watch out: no entry after 9.15pm) on Saturday nights only. As a reminder, from Sunday to Friday, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is open from 7am to 2.30pm (June – August).

Where is the Desert Museum in Tucson located? Please see the Map below

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How much would it cost? Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum Summer rates are $9.50 for one Adult and $2.25 for Kids from 6 to 12 years old. The admissions after 4pm are only $7 (Kids fare doesn’t change).

Where can I stay when I come in Tucson? Stay at our Best Value Inn Hotel in Tucson! Comfortable guest room with 1 King Bed for $41.99/night

When you stay our Hotel in Tucson Arizona, we encourage you to go see one of the home Baseball team: The Tucson Toros.

The city of Tucson is really proud of its Baseball team competing in the Golden Baseball League. You can attend the games on summer evenings at Hi Corbett Field in Reid Park. To know when the next game is, check out the online schedule on the official Tucson Toros website.

Yesterday, Toros finally won a game against Victoria Seals 12 – 4, after a 7 game losing streak!

For all Tuscon Toros Fans, several night events are scheduled this summer, such as fireworks and kid activities. The full promotional schedule is also available on the Toros website.

Americas Best Value Inn in Tucson, AZ is western hospitality at its finest! Our motel is conveniently located close to most attractions in Tucson. Including casinos, golfing and the University of Arizona.

Enjoy our motel rooms and hotel amenities. Relax in our sparkling, crystal clear outdoor pool surrounded by palms in our courtyard. A great team is looking forward to see you in our great location for great prices!

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