Showstopping fireworks exhibitions and blatant displays of patriotism weren't the only action happening over the Fourth of July weekend in the Valley. Pool parties attended by the tanned and toned types (many of whom were clad in red, white, and blue swimwear) and headlined by such superstar DJs and Dillon Francis and Paul Oakenfold took place at Scottsdale spots like Talking Stick Resort, Maya Day and Nightclub, and the W Hotel.
Photos by Benjamin Leatherman