Join Chandler in commemorating America’s 250th birthday! This year-long celebration honors our nation’s heritage and our community’s diverse spirit.
Experience America’s story through themed events and activities across Chandler for all ages. Participate in the fun and earn points for prizes by signing up for Chandler’s Red, White, & Blue Pass.
Find out what about activities around the state at Arizona America250.
Red, White, & Blue Pass
Chandler is celebrating the Semiquincentennial anniversary of America throughout 2026. You can get in on all of the fun by signing up for the Red, White, & Blue Pass! This free digital pass features activities, programs, exhibits, and events to participate in throughout the year, accumulate points, and redeem prizes. Just check-in by scanning the QR codes at each point of interest to get your points for participating.
Featured Activities
27 Flags Exhibit
Discover how the American flag has evolved through 27 versions since its adoption.
Tour Chandler to see historic flag replicas while exploring our city’s iconic facilities; locations listed below.
Swim 250
What’s your 250?
Join Chandler Aquatics for Swim 250 - Lap Swim Challenge. The quarterly challenge will allow you to set your own personal goal - whether it is 250 laps, 250 minutes, or 250 miles.
AZ Read 250 Challenge
Feb. 14 - Aug. 31 | All Chandler Libraries
In partnership with the Arizona State Library, the AZ Read 250 Challenge encourages people of all ages to read 25 books by Aug. 31. To participate, print the tracker or pick one up at your local library; track your progress; then bring the tracker back to your local library to earn a prize.
27 Flags Exhibit Locations
The flags will be displayed together at the Chandler Multicultural Festival and the State of the City.
They will be on display at the locations listed below starting on Feb. 13.
- Flag #1 | Chandler City Hall
- Flags #2 & #3 | Downtown Library
- Flags #4 & #5 | Community Center
- Flags #6 & #7 | Senior Center
- Flags #8 & #9 | Sunset Library
- Flags #10 & #11 | Chandler Museum
- Flags #12 & #13 | Basha Library
- Flags #14 & #15 | Chandler Nature Center
- Flags #16 & #17 | Chandler Airport
- Flags #18 & #19 | Hamilton Library
- Flags #20 & #21 | Tumbleweed Recreation Center
- Flags #22 & #23 | Tennis Center
- Flags #24 & #25 | Neighborhood Resources
- Flags #26 & #27 | Vision Gallery