California Events
Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade, the Largest 4th of July Parade west of the Mississippi!
Sunday, July 4, 2027
INDEPENDENCE DAY NATIONAL HOLIDAY July 4, 2026
Past Events
ALAMEDA: 4th of July Parade Longest Independence Day parade in the nation with 3.3 mile route.
ALAMEDA: USS Hornet 4th of July, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. with food, music and fun.
ALAMEDA: The Sun Kings, tribute to The Beatles, 3 p.m. free concert at South Shore Center. Location: Center Court, 523 South Shore Center West, Alameda, CA. Free, alamedasouthshorecenter.com (510) 521-8100
ALBANY: 4th of July Celebration Concerts in the Park 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Memorial Park features whimsical play for the kids and a band in concert for dancing and celebrating! Free, albanyca.org
ALHAMBRA: Concert & Fireworks Show in Almansor Park 4-10 p.m. Fireworks conclude the festival at 9 p.m.
ALISO VIEJO: 4th of July Celebration with low level fireworks show and Young Guns concert
ALTURAS: Fandango Days Fireworks July 3, 2026 at dusk at California Pines & Parade July 4, 2026, 10:30 a.m. The Fandango Days Parade route will start at the "old hospital" off of McDowell Street, head north onto Main Street, then turn West onto 8th Street where it will conclude. A full day of family fun and entertainment, including a concert, food, vendors and the Classic Car Show take place at the New Veterans Park. Free, alturaschamber.org
AMERICAN CANYON: 4th of July Parade, Fireworks July 4, 2026, 3-10 p.m. 4th of July Festivities Parade 3 p.m., Festival at 4 p.m. an All-Star line up of concerts, Fireworks Show at Community Park II, 20 Benton Way cityofamericancanyon.org
ANAHEIM HILLS: 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Parade at 1 p.m. from Canyon High School at the intersection of Imperial Highway and E. Santa Ana Canyon Road. The day also includes 5K Firecracker Run 7 a.m. at Canyon High School, Yankee Doodle Dog Show 9 a.m., and Peralta Park. Food, Music and Fireworks Show 3-10 p.m. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. anaheim.net
ANGELS CAMP: 49er Goat Show July 4-5, 2026 at The Calaveras County Fairgrounds. Location: 101 Frogtown Road, Angels Camp, CA. $, frogtown.org
ANTIOCH: 4th of July Parade & Fireworks 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 4-9:30 p.m. Parade 4 p.m. and Fireworks after dusk, 9:20 p.m. approx. A full schedule of events leading up to the fireworks show at approx. 9:20 p.m. at Rivertown.
APPLE VALLEY: 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks at Lenny Brewster Sports Complex 4-9:30 p.m. Free, facebook.com/applevalleyca
APTOS: Summertine Music concert series, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. features Philip & Eleanor Retamoza band performing Chicano rock and Mexican blues at California Coffee in the Beer & Wine Garden. All are welcome to listen to the free concerts. Location: 9105 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA. Free & open to public, cacoffeeaptos.com
APTOS: World's Shortest 4th of July Parade 10 a.m. parade on Soquel Drive and Party in the Park 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
ARNOLD: Cameo Plaza Concerts features the band Blow Backs, 6 p.m. Bring family & friends, lawn chairs or blankets, kick back and enjoy! Location: 1004 Highway 4, Arnold, CA. Free, cameoplaza.net
ARROYO GRANDE: Arroyo Grande Village 4th of July Concert July 4, 2025, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., featuring The Village Band 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Traditional, Patriotic Concert Band | The Mother Corn Shuckers, 7-piece Americana, bluegrass jam band, 2-4 p.m. Beer & wine sales, free concerts.
ATASCADERO: Fourth of July Music Festival will again take place on July 4, 2026, 3-8 p.m. at Atascadero Lake Park. Great musical acts, food & drinks. Festival features a dynamic lineup of Bluegrass. Newgrass. Oldgrass. Don't forget to bring your camp chair or blanket. $40 presale, $45 gate, atascadero4thofjuly.org
ATWATER: 4th of July Celebration 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Start with Run for Independence at 7:30a; Parade, at 9 a.m. Line-Up begins at Foster’s Freeze on Winton Way. Parade turns left onto Broadway, and left onto 3rd St. Parade ends past Ralston Park at Ivy. Festival at Ralston Park 9 a.m.-4 p.m. is free. Fireworks and Concert with Mike Hammar and the Nails band at 6 p.m. at Castle Air Base cost $20/car or $5 walk-in. atwater4thofjuly.com
AUBURN: Family Fourth of July Celebration 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Parade kicks off at 10 a.m. Parade route will be from the top of Lincoln Way at Pistol Pete's ending outside the fairgrounds entrance on High St. Festival downtown begins after parade and ends at 2 p.m. It includes Duck Derby "Release the Quackin' 2.o" on Central Square 10:30a-1:30p. auburnchamber.net | 4th of July Fireworks Show at Gold Country Fairgrounds July 4, 2026 starts at dusk or 9:30 p.m. approx. Free, exploreauburnca.com
AVALON: 4th of July Golf Cart Parade, Concerts and Fireworks Display, concerts and USC Marching Band performances throughout the day.
AVILA BEACH: Avila Beach Pancake Breakfast 8:30-10 a.m. $10-12.56, $5 child meals. At 11 a.m. the Doggie Parade takes place, $5 donation approx., avilabeachcc.com
BAKERSFIELD: Fireworks Show The Park at River Walk July 4, 2026, 6-9:45 p.m. Fireworks begin at approx. 9 p.m. The Park at River Walk 11200 Stockdale Highway Bakersfield, CA
BARSTOW: Fourth of July Spectacular July 4, 2026, 5-10 p.m. at Robert A. Sessions Memorial Sports Park. Concert, food vendors, a beer garden, games, water slides, art and crafts and fireworks show at 9 p.m. Location: 2800 Mayor Katy Parkway, Barstow, CA. Free, facebook.com/ BarstowCA
BASS LAKE: Bass Lake 4th Of July Firework Show "The biggest show in Madera County!" July 4, 2026. A 4th of July Boat Parade starts at 7 p.m. followed by Fireworks at 9 p.m. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, fireworks are shot from a barge between The Pines Resort and The Forks Resort around 9 p.m. Free, basslakechamber.com
BEAUMONT: 4th of July Freedom Festival Concerts and Fireworks Show, 5-10 p.m. with primary viewing and concerts at Beaumont Sports Park. Entertainment and fun. Free, beaumontca.gov
BIG BEAR LAKE: Hepcat + The Aggrolites bands ease into the 250 year celebration of America with smooth reggae music, 6 p.m. Big Bear Lake Village Concerts. Location: Big Bear Lake Village, Pine Knott Ave. & Village Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA. Free, bigbear.com
BIG BEAR LAKE: Independence Day Fireworks are shot from a barge on the lake and are visible for miles. Half hour fireworks show is billed as Southern California's largest 4th of July fireworks show. The day in the Village includes Independence Day Faire, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at Big Bear Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd.
BREA: Country Fair July 4, 2026, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. at City Hall Park. Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Country Fair, Car Show, Most Beautiful Bow Wow, Kiddie Parade, Swimming at the Plunge and free Concert in the Park. Location: 401 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA. Free, ci.brea.ca.us
BRENTWOOD: 4th of July Parade 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Downtown Brentwood. Festival in the Park with Rock Concert 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free, brentwoodca.gov
BRENTWOOD: Rag Dolls band, female Aerosmith tribute at Concerts in the Park. Bring the family, friends for this special 4th of July Concert. Free, brentwoodca.gov
BRIDGEPORT: Bridgeport Ranch Rodeo July 4-5, 2026 at Centennial Arena, S. Main Street, Bridgeport CA. 4-Person Teams compete in Bronc Riding, Team Roping, Steer Mugging, Branding, Ranch Horse Class, Doctoring. facebook.com/ bridgeportranchrodeo | rodeo
BRIDGEPORT 4th of July Celebration July 3-5, 2026. 7/4 Pancakes, 5Mi Run, Bridgeport Gateway to Adventure Parade on Main St. 10 a.m., Karaoke Sing Along, Mud Cup Volleyball, Watermelon Eating, Arm Wrestling, Grease Pole Climb, Concert by Side FX, Fireworks at Airport at Dark; Concert. Free, bridgeportcalifornia.com
BUENA PARK: Knott's Berry Farm 4th of July Fireworks. Join 4th of July activities for everyone. At 9:30 p.m., watch the dazzling Independence Day fireworks show. Park opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 11 p.m.
BURNEY: Burney Basin Days July 2-4, 2026. 7/3 is Burro Race, Softball & Pit River Casino Social; 7/4 is Lions Breakfast 7-11 a.m., Craft Faire 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Kiddie Parade at 10:15 a.m., and The Burney Basin Days Parade at 10:45 a.m. Free Fireworks Show held at Burney High School Football Field, where gates open at 6 p.m. with concert by Hook band before the fireworks show. burneychamber.com
CALISTOGA: 4th of July Parade, 11 a.m. and Laser Light Show Grand Finale at night.
CAMBRIA: 4th of July Celebration in Shamel Park 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Picnic, games and fun during the day. Fireworks can be found in Cayucos.
CARSLBAD: Legoland California 4th of July Fireworks Red, White & Boom July 4, 2026, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Fireworks start at 8:45 p.m. and are included with theme park admission. legoland.com
CAYUCOS: 4th of July Parade & Fireworks. Parade at 10 a.m. and Fireworks at beach near the pier around 9 p.m. (after dark). Sand Sculpture Contest 4 a.m.-10 a.m. Prizes for adults and kids. Parade at 10 a.m. Front Street Faire is open until 6 p.m. For great food, try the Lions Club BBQ Fireworks at the pier 9 p.m. No tickets necessary. Fireworks are free to the public and there are many great spots to watch them from town and the beach. cayucoschamber.com
CERRITOS: Let Freedom Ring July 4, 2026, 4-9 p.m. at Civic Center includes rides, food trucks, entertainment and a bell-ringing ceremony. The evening culminates with a fireworks show at 9 p.m. Free, cerritos.gov
CHERRY VALLEY: Highland Springs Lavender Festival June 6-July 19, 2026, 5-10 p.m. Spend an evening filled with entertainment & exploration at the largest organic lavender farm in Southern California. $8-16, 123farm.com
CHESTER: 4th of July Parade, Fireworks, Pancake Breakfast, Craft Fair and fun. Parade at 11 a.m. in Downtown Chester, craft fair in the park and Fireworks over Lake Almanor at dark.
CLAREMONT: 4th of July Celebration Festival 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Pancake Breakfast, Fun Run, Parade, Concert, Fireworks at Pomona College ($15)
CLAYTON: 4th of July Parade 10 a.m. on Oak Street. Join the community in celebrating America's 250th Birthday with a Pancake Breakfast 7 a.m. at Endeavor Hall, $10; Kids Parade get the party rollin' and a is followed by the Official Parade. Free to see, claytonca.gov
CLEARLAKE: Annual Redbud 4th of July Parade & Fireworks July 4, 2026, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Annual International Worm Race & Festival - Austin Park plus Carnival July 2-5, 2026, in Clearlake, CA. Free admission, clearlakechamber.org
CLOVIS: Clovis Freedom Fest Fireworks Show July 4, 2026, 5-9 p.m. at Lamonica Stadium. Central Valley's pride & joy, Freedom Fest 2026, offers a huge fireworks show, along with food, entertainment and activities for all ages. Location: 1055 Fowler Avenue, Clovis, CA. $5, cloviskiwanis.com/ freedom-fest
COLUMBIA: 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 11 a.m.- on Main Street. Parade, patriotic concert, dance in the street, and try your skill at the many contests Free, visitcolumbiacalifornia.com
COLUSA: Colusa Ribs Cook-Off & Fireworks Show Over the River July 4, 2026, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Kids Parade, $1000 buy-in for rib cook-off, activities, DJ, and evening fireworks. Location: Main Street in downtown Colusa with best viewing around 9:30 p.m. at Levee Park, 752 Main St., Colusa, CA. Free, facebook.com/ CityofColusaCalifornia
COMMERCE: Independence Day Carnival, Concerts & Laser Light Show July 4, 2026, 12-10 p.m. at Rosewood Park. Rides, slides, climbing wall, games, food vendors and concerts and 9 p.m. Laser Light Show. Free for residents, $20 for 2-day pass, non-residents, commerceca.gov
CORONA: 4th of July Parade in the morning at 9 a.m. and Fireworks Show at night featuring a great concert with two dance bands and food vendors/food trucks before the fireworks.
CORONADO: 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Over the Bay plus 6 hours of free concerts in Spreckels Park!
CORTE MADERA: Corte Madera/Larkspur 4th of July Parade & Festival. Pancake Breakfast 8:30-11:30 a.m.; Parade 10:30 a.m. Route: Redwood High School, Larkspur, Ends: Corte Madera Town Center. Festival 1-4:30 p.m. includes Marketplace with fine arts; Food Booths, Kids Arts and Crafts, Tattoos, Face painting, and Carnival Games. Special Concert with The Lucky Devils 1-4:30 p.m.! Free admission, cortemadera.org
COVINA: 4th of July Pancake Breakfast and Concert in Covina Park. Plus, Free Swimming till 3 p.m. covinaca.gov
CRESTLINE: Jamboree Days Parade July 4, 2026, 10 a.m. from Crest Forest Drive in Top Town down Fern Drive and merging onto Lake Drive before ending at Lake Gregory Drive. Town Festival 11 a.m.-5 p.m. includes beer garden and fun zone. Free, jamboreedays.com
CUPERTINO: Fire Peach band in concert playing a mix of top hits from the 1990s-2000s at this free Independence Day Concert 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Cupertino Summer Concerts in Memorial Park. Location: 21121 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Stevens Creek Blvd and Mary Ave Cupertino, CA. Free, cupertino.org
CUPERTINO: 4th of July Fireworks July 4, 2026, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Pancake Breakfast, a Concert, kids parade and the fireworks show returns with staging & launch at Hyde Middle School.
DANA POINT: 4th of July Fireworks in the Dana Point Harbor July 4, 2026, 9-9:30 p.m. Prior to the fireworks, the Condor Squadron does a flyover, featuring WWII North American AT‑6 aircraft soaring above Dana Point from 5:50 p.m. to 5:55 p.m. Free to see, and there are harbor cruises to watch the show. Fireworks can be seen from Doheny State Beach as well, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive Dana Point, CA. danapoint.org
DANVILLE: 4th of July Parade, July 4, 2026, 9 a.m. along Hartz Avenue and San Ramon Valley Boulevard from approximately 9am to noon, starting at San Ramon Valley High School at Railroad Avenue. The Parade route will end at Town and Country Drive. srvkiwanis.org
DAVIS: The 4th of July at Community Park 4-10
p.m. Fireworks start at 9:35 p.m. The 4th of
July is a free community event enjoyed by over
10,000 participants. The event includes live
music, games, concession booths offering tasty
snacks for sale and a spectacular fireworks
display. Live music, coordinated by the Davis Live Music Collective, featuring Rainbow City Park at 6:30 p.m. and RonKat Spearman’s Katdelic at 8 p.m. A 15-minute fireworks display
ends the day at 9:35 p.m. Location:
203 E. 14th St., Davis, CA. Free, cityofdavis.org
DEL MAR: San Diego County Fair Special Fireworks Spectacular at Grandstand Stage - General admission standing room only ticket is free with fair admission. San Diego County Fair is the largest annual event in San Diego County and the sixth largest fair in the US. Address: 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Del Mar, CA 92014. $Free with fair admission to upgraded seating $ tickets, sdfair.com
EL CAJON: 4th of July Fireworks Celebration July 4, 2026, 3-10 p.m. at Kennedy Park. Train Rides Arts, Crafts, Games 3-7p; DJ Danny 3-9p; Fireworks at 9p! Location: 1675 E Madison Ave. El Cajon, California Free, elcajon.gov
ELK GROVE: Salute to the Red, White and Blue 5-10 p.m. at Elk Grove Regional Park. Fireworks, Concert & Let Freedom Ride bike parade. Location: 9950 Elk Grove Florin Rd, Elk Grove, CA. Drone Show and Fireworks Spectacular starts around 9:40 p.m. Free, $15 parking, elkgrovecity.org
EL SEGUNDO: 4th of July Fireworks and Fun, July 4, 2026, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at Recreation Park. Events 10a-3p include a hula hoop contest, pie eating contest, watermelon eating contest, water balloon toss, diaper derby, sack races, and food trucks. From 5 to 9p concert, food booths, and more! Location: Stevenson Field And George Brett Field, 401 Sheldon Street El Segundo, CA. Wristbands are required $5, elsegundo.org
ESCONDIDO: Escondido 4th of July Concerts, Fireworks July 4, 2026, 4-9:30 p.m. in Grape Day. This free family-friendly event returns with concerts all afternoon/evening and fireworks show at 9 p.m. Free, artcenter.org
FOLSOM: Folsom PRCA Rodeo July 2-4, 2026 at Dan Russell Rodeo Arena. Location: 403 Stafford St. Folsom, CA $30-up, folsomrodeo.com | rodeo
FOSTER CITY: Foster City 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Starts with Pancake Breakfast 8:30-11 a.m. Celebration concerts, food available for purchase, or bring a picnic and chairs and sign up for the Dog Parade. The beautiful Ryan Park lines Central Lake. City says there are no fireworks in 2026. Free admission, fostercity.org
FRESNO: 4th Of July Fireworks at The Island Waterpark July 3-4, 2026, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Island Waterpark goes all out on Independence Day weekend with a Fireworks Show on July 3 & 4. Location: 6099 W. Barstow Ave., Fresno, CA. $50 approx., islandwaterpark.centeredgeonline.com
FULLERTON: Fullerton 4th of July Celebration Bike Parade & Fireworks in Downtown Fullerton Plaza 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Includes Bike Parade at 10 a.m. and fireworks at approx. 9 p.m. Location: 125 E. Wilshire Avenue, Fullerton, CA Free, cityoffullerton.com
GALT: 4th of July Celebration 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Officer Tonn Memorial Run, Independence Day Parade, Concert with Rock-It at Veteran's Field, Family Fun Zone and Fireworks in the Pool at the Gora Aquatic Center! Street markets starts at 9 a.m. The parade begins at 9:30 a.m. Street Market will follow on the Fourth Street Promenade! Don't miss the fireworks at 9:30 p.m. cityofgalt.org/IDC
GILROY: 4th of July Fireworks Show July 4, 2026, 9:30-10 p.m. originating from Gilroy High School, 750 W 10th Street. Fireworks can be viewed from nearby neighborhoods and at Christmas Hill Park. Residents are encouraged to avoid the traffic by walking or biking to see the show. Free, cityofgilroy.org/fireworks
GOLETA: New 4th of July Drone Show. New drone show 6-10 p.m. at Dos Pueblos High School is free admission event. Drone Show begins at approx. 9:15 p.m. Free, or optional reserved seating for a fee, cityofgoleta.org
GOLETA: Old Fashioned 4th of July at Stow House, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Concerts, tractor rides, food vendors and artisan vendors. $23.18, goletahistory.org or tickets on eventbrite
GRAEAGLE: 4th of July Celebration July 3-5, 2026 includes Parade, Fireworks, Concerts, Picnic, Pancakes and activities for all ages. Fireworks are free to see at Mill Pond on July 4 | Parade takes place on July 5, 2026. Free, graeagle.com
GRANITEVILLE: Graniteville 4th of July - Independence Day Parade July 4, 2026, 11 a.m. Free Tri Tip and Chicken BBQ at School after parade. graniteville.org
GRASS VALLEY: High Sierra Music Festival July 2-5, 2026 at Nevada County Fairgrounds. Over 50 bands perform rock tributes, indie, Americana, and a versatile mix of popular genres. $tickets, highsierramusic.com
GRASS VALLEY: Fireworks over the Dorsey interchange Hwy 49 & Dorsey Overpass. Free to see
GUSTINE: Gustine 4th Of July Parade and Fireworks Show on July 4, 2026, 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. at 5th Street & 1st Avenue, and ends at Henry Miller Park (2nd Ave. & 6th St.) where food vendors, live music and entertainment is open free to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fireworks at Gustine High School Football Field gates open 7:30p and Fireworks 9:30p approx. Location: 501 N. Ave., Gustine, CA. Free, facebook.com/ gustinerecreationdept
HALF MOON BAY: 4th of July Parade and Celebration. July 4, 2026, 12 p.m. Parade (lasts approx. 90 min.); I.D.E.S. Festival 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There's also a Pancake Breakfast to start the day, $12. Free events admission, hmbfourthofjuly.com
HANFORD: Hanford Freedom Fest & Fireworks July 4, 2026, 5-10 p.m. Live music, food vendors, drinks, and a kids’ play zone at the Hanford Softball Complex. Location: 1226 Centennial Drive, Hanford, CA. $6.62, V.I.P. options available.
HERCULES: 4th of July Fireworks Show at the Bayfront begins at approx. 9:30 p.m. Bring lawn chairs, grab food from the food trucks and enjoy the free show provided by the City of Hercules, herculesca.gov
HUNTINGTON BEACH: 4th of July Festival with Parade, Fireworks, Pancakes, 5K Run (and Concerts July 3-5.) Pancakes & 5K Run starts at 7 a.m.; Parade 10 a.m.; Concerts during day; Fireworks at 9 p.m. Free! hb4thof july.org
HOLLYWOOD: The Beach Boys with Special Guest John Stamos and July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular starts at 7:30 p.m. at Hollywood Bowl Concerts. Location: 2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA. Tickets: hollywoodbowl.com
HUNTINGTON BEACH: Schwayze - Smooth rap with West Coast vibes at SeaLegs Concerts at the Beach, 2-6 p.m. at Bolsa Chica State Beach. Huntington Beach, CA. Free, sealegsatthebeach.com
INGLEWOOD: Inglewood Music Festival featuring Susie Hansen Latin Jazz band at Darby Park. Hosted by District 4 Councilwoman Dionne Faulk, the festival runs from 12noon to 6pm. Location: 3400 W. Arbor Vitae St., Inglewood, CA. Free, susiehansen.com For info: (310) 412-5391.
IRVINE: 4th of July Spectacular Concert & Fireworks Finale features Air Supply performing at The Great Park. $, pacificsymphony.org | Ladera Ranch hosts a fun run, 4th of July Parade, Concert and Fireworks Show
IRWINDALE: 4th of July Spectacular Fireworks Show July 4, 2026, 9 p.m. at Irwindale Park. Location: 5050 Irwindale Blvd., Irwindale, CA. Free, irwindaleca.gov
JULIAN: 4th of July Parade July 4, 2026, at Noon. See the Small Town Big Parade but come early to hear concerts and participate in the Pie Eating Contest.
KELSEYVILLE: Billy Watson Band, playing blues harmonica in a street dance vibe, 7-9 p.m. at Kickin' in the Country Street Dance on Main Street Downtown, Kelseyville, CA Free, visitkelseyville.com
KING CITY: Celebrate Independence Day at Monterey County Agricultural & Rural Life Museum July 4, 2026, 10 a.m. King City Young Farmers Car Show classic cars, carnival games, crafts, face painting, sack races, watermelon eating contests, delicious food, and more at San Lorenzo Park! Location: 1160 Broadway St, King City, CA, Admission to the Museum & Park is FREE during the event! Call (831) 385-8020 posted on facebook.com
KING CITY: King City 4th of July Parade July 4, 2026, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at 2nd Street - Broadway, ends at Mildred Street. Free to see, kingcity.com or kingcitychamber.com
LAGUNA BEACH: Fireworks show from Monument Point in Heisler Park, visible at Main Beach at 9 p.m. Free, lagunabeachcity.net
LAGUNA BEACH: Sawdust Festival June 26-September 6, 2026, 11 a.m. daily. Outdoor, juried fine arts festival set among eucalyptus groves of Laguna Canyon, features sawdust on the grounds as carvers, painters, photographers, glass-blowers, jewelers and ceramic artists display their works while also creating new products. $, sawdustartfestival.org
LAGUNA BEACH: Art-A-Fair June 26-September 6, 2026. Next door to Sawdust Festival is an art festival comprised of a cooperative of independent artists from all over the world. Location: 777 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA. $, art-a-fair.com
LAGUNA BEACH: Pageant of the Masters and Festival of the Arts, The Greatest of All Time, July 9-September 4, 2026. The star-lit amphitheater's nightly production of tableaux vivant (living picture) re-creations of iconic works by Michelangelo, Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Norman Rockwell, and more are the highlight to this festival also featuring a fine arts show daily. $10-175, foapom.com
LAGUNA HILLS: City of Laguna Hills Fourth of July Celebration and Fireworks Show 4-10 p.m. at Laguna Hills Community Center. $2 Carnival rides, games, bounce house, Family Style band, food trucks, and fireworks at 9 p.m. Bring blankets and chairs. Free admission, lagunahillsca.gov
LAGUNA NIGUEL: Drone Show, pancake breakfast, fun run and concert with The Smoking Cobras + Pop Gun Rerun. Free, cityoflagunaniguel.org
LA HABRA: 4th of July Fireworks, 4-9:30 p.m. at La Bonita Park / High School. Get ready for an exciting firework show accompanied by tasty food, fun games, WWII aircraft flyover, and live music. Location: 1440 West Whittier Boulevard, La Habra, CA Tickets $10 approx., lahabraca.gov
LAKE ARROWHEAD: Fireworks Show at 9 p.m. seen over the lake is presented by Arrowhead Lake Association. Free, thelakearrowheadvillage.com
LAKE FOREST: 4th of July Parade 9:30 a.m. parade is located on Toledo Way, Serrano Road, Ridge Route, and Lake Forest. The parade starts at the corner of Toledo Way and Ridge Route Drive (in front of El Toro High School) and ends on Serrano Road before Ridge Route. There's also a 5K run and a pancake breakfast. lakeforestca.gov
LAKE ISABELLA: Lake Isabella Fireworks Show July 4, 2026, after dark 9-10:30 p.m. at Engineer Point, Barlow Road, Lake Isabella, CA. Kern River Valley Chamber of Commerce says fireworks over the lake usually begin around 9:30 p.m. Free to see, kernrivervalley.com
LAKEPORT: 4th of July Celebration at Library Park, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. is Street Fair on Park Street. Street Fair, Craft Vendors, Food Trucks, Beer & Wine Booth. Fireworks Over the Lake around 9 p.m.. lakeportmainstreet.com
LANCASTER: 4th of July Fireworks Show and concerts at Antelope Valley Fairgrounds. Free admission, cityoflancasterca.org
LA VERNE: 4th of July Parade & Fireworks Show. Parade is free to see, fireworks show & concert charges $20 and take place at Bonita High School field.
LEMOORE: Independence Day 5K Run; Fourth of July Block Party with music, vendors, kids zone. Free for most events, run charges fee, facebook.com/ CityofLemoore
LEMOORE: Fireworks 6 p.m. at Tachi Palace Casino Resort with food, live music, and a drone and fireworks show. Free, facebook.com/ tachipalace
LEMOORE: NAS Lemoore Freedom Fest 6 p.m. at the Mainside Fitness Center Field with live music, family-friendly activities, craft and command vendors, food vendors, and a spectacular fireworks display. Open to all with base access. Free, facebook.com/ NavyLifeNASL
LINCOLN: 4th of July Parade and Fireworks are highlights of a full day of activities and games starting with a Pancake Breakfast. lincolnfireworks.com
LIVERMORE: Family-Friendly Fourth of July Celebration at Livermore Municipal Airport 9 a.m.-1 p.m. features food for sale, entertainment, and you can browse aircraft. Event parking for the Fourth of July Celebration is available at Las Positas College in Lots C, D, and E, with free shuttle service to the event area provided by Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority (LAVTA). There is no charge for parking or shuttle service at this event. Free, livermoreca.gov
LIVINGSTON: Livingston 4th of July Fireworks July 4, 2026, 5-10 p.m. with Wee Miss and Mr. Livingston 4th of July Pageant, Pie Eating Contest, Carnival Games (small fee), Bingo and concert by Cover 5. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Festival at City Hall and Max Foster Sports Complex, 2600 Walnut Ave., Livingston, CA. Free + $5 parking fee, cityoflivingston.org
LONG BEACH: 6-10 p.m. Harbor Groove plays R&B, funk, cumbia music at Summertime in the SLV Concert Series, Shoreline Village, 401-435 Shoreline Village Drive, Ca Long Beach, CA. Free, shorelinevillage.com
LONG BEACH: Fireworks visible to all along the bay from Queen Mary 4th of July Celebration. Observe the awe-inspiring fireworks. Harbor Cruises are available, harbor-cruises.com
LOS ALTOS HILLS: Los Altos Hills 4th of July Parade July 4, 2026, 9:30-10 a.m. starts at Town Hall, 26379 Fremont Road and ends at Gardner Bullis School. losaltoshills.ca.gov
LOS ANGELES: Anime Expo July 2-5, 2026. Los Angeles Anime Expo (AX) the largest Japanese pop culture event in North America, includes exhibit halls, Artist Alley, panels, premieres, concerts, cosplaying, autograph signing, gaming and more. $95-200, anime-expo.org
LOS BANOS: Los Banos 4th Of July Celebration Fireworks July 4, 2026, 6-10 p.m. at Henry Miller Plaza. Food vendors, beer garden, arts & crafts, carnival and firework at 9 p.m. Location: 600 H Street, Los Banos, CA. Free, downtownlosbanos.com
LOS GATOS: Los Gatos 4th of July Symphony in the Park July 4, 2026, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
MAMMOTH LAKES: Independence Day Celebration July 2-5, 2026. On July 4, 2026 the Village at Mammoth Lakes features Giddy Up Country Music Festival (giddyupmammoth.com) with Daniel Alan Band + Dave Bernal & Friends performing. The 4th of July Parade at 11 a.m., Burrito Breakfast, Footloose Freedom Mile and Crowley Lake Fireworks Show offer entertainment from morning til night. townofmammothlakes.ca.gov
MARIPOSA: Soul Galaxy band, 7-9 p.m. Music on the Green in Art Park. Location: 5013 Highway 140, Mariposa, CA. Free, mariposaartscouncil.org
MARTINEZ: Martinez 4th of July Parade & Fireworks make for a full day of fun. The parade at 10 a.m. is downtown while the fireworks from Pyro Spectaculars starts at 9:30 p.m. and is seen over the Shoreline.
MENLO PARK: 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 10:45 a.m.-3 p.m. with Parade, Picnic and Circus Entertainment in Burgess Park.
MILLBRAE: Millbrae Beats, Brews & Vines July 4, 2026, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Special 4th of July celebration with bands, music, drinks, dancing and food at Central Park, 477 Lincoln Circle, Millbrae, CA Free, facebook.com/cityofmillbrae/
MILPITAS: 4th of July Red, White & Boom Fireworks 5-9 p.m., Games, Challenges and Concerts at the Sports Center. $8-11 admission, milpitas.gov
MISSION VIEJO: July 4th Street Faire, Musical Entertainment with bands and Fireworks Spectacular 12-9 p.m. on Olympiad between Marguerite and Melinda. Food trucks, games, 30+ booths, Complimentary shuttles during the day. Free, cityofmissionviejo.org
MODESTO: 153rd Annual Independence Day Parade, 9:30 a.m. "Celebrating America's Birthday 250". Parade runs along 10th & I Streets with announcer Main Stage on Courthouse Lawn. Free to see, modestojulyparade.com
MOKELUMNE HILL: Mokelumne Hill 4th of July Parade July 4, 2026, 11 a.m. on Main Street. Pancake Breakfast at Town Hall 7:30-11 a.m. plus entertainment and more after the parade. mokehill.org
MORAGA: 4th of July Celebration Fireworks, Dog Parade and Concerts, Games & Challenges and Street Fair at Moraga Commons. 4th of July Dog Parade at 11 a.m.; All day games, food, fun 11 a.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Free, moragarec.com
MORENO VALLEY: City Of Moreno Valley 4th Of July Parade, Fun Fest & Fireworks July 4, 2026 at Civic Center Amphitheater. Parade 9:30 a.m-12 p.m. starts on Frederick St. at Alessandro Blvd., proceeding onto Towngate Blvd. Fun Fest 3-9:30p. Concerts 4-9p. Attendance is limited - once seating is capacity, gates close. Fireworks 9p. Location: 14075 Frederick St, Moreno Valley, CA 92553. Free-$4, moval.gov
MORGAN HILL: 4th of July Freedom Fest July 3-4, 2026 Fun Run, Car Cruise, Parade, Concerts and Fireworks Show. Free, morganhillfreedomfest.com
MORRO BAY: Independence Day Concerts, Family Fun Day, Art Show and Waterfront Markets. Free entertainment throughout the day, including contests, games, and plenty of fun for kids. Free admission, morrobay.org
MT. SHASTA: Mt. Shasta 4th of July Fireworks over Lake Siskiyou, 9:45 p.m. One of the best views is on the beach at Lake Siskiyou. The Lake Siskiyou Campground has added parking capacity for day use! Lake Siskiyou itself is one of the best places to be BUT you must follow all directions, including ensuring your vessel is outside of the fallout zone. Free, mtshastafireworks.com
NAPA: 4th of July Celebration Parade, Fireworks July 4, 2025, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. with a Parade, food and Concerts and Fireworks at night.
NAPLES: Independence Day Bike Parade July 4, 2026, 10 a.m., at Colonnade Park South end of The Colonnade. Free, naplesislands.org
NEVADA CITY: 4th of July Parade held here on even number years, interchanging with Grass Valley on odd years.
NEWPORT BEACH: Independence Day on the Back Bay with Fireworks and The Class band in concert 8-10 p.m. at Tunes at the Dunes. Location: Newport Dunes, 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA. $50 parking, newportdunes.com
NEWPORT BEACH: Old Glory Boat Parade July 4, 2026, 1-3:30 p.m. American Legion Yacht Club and American Legion Post 291 alyc.com | 4thofjuly
NEWPORT BEACH: 4th of July Bike Parade & Carnival, Fireworks Show. There are multiple parades by land and by sea. At Newport Dunes there's Fireworks that can be seen throughout the area. It's a full day of entertainment.
NOVATO: 4th of July Parade Celebration returns July 4, 2026, 10-12 p.m., along with the annual pancake breakfast that starts at 7 a.m.
OJAI: July 4 Parade "An Old Fashioned 4th of July" 10 a.m. with Picnic in Sarzotti Park after parade; Breakfast 7-10 a.m.; Youth Freedom Run 9 a.m.; Fireworks 5:30-9 p.m. at Nordhoff High School. Concert with Power On band. Fireworks Location: 1401 Maricopa Highway Ojai, CA 93023. $12-15.71 approx. for fireworks show with tickets sold on eventbrite. 4thofjulyinojai.com
ONTARIO: 4th of July Parade, Picnic & Fireworks July 4, 2026 9 a.m.-10 p.m. All events are free admission. It's a full day of fun.
ORINDA: 4th of July includes 4th of July Parade, Concert in the Park, Pancake Breakfast and Fun Run. Event is produced by the Orinda Association.
OXNARD: 4th of July Fireworks and Community Parade 10 a.m.- 10 p.m. at Channel Islands Harbor. Free to participate in parade with registration, and free to watch fireworks over the harbor at night.
PALMDALE: 4th of July Fireworks Show at Palmdale Amphitheater. Part of the evening entertainment is a great concert featuring The Dreamboats. $7, palmdaleamphitheater.com
PALM DESERT: City of Palm Desert 4th of July Fireworks Show and Concert 4-9:30 p.m., free.
PALO ALTO: July 4th Celebration Summer Festival and Chili Cook-Off 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Mitchell Park. Live music, food trucks, and games/activities for kids. Bring your own chairs. Location: 600 East Meadow Drive, Palo Alto, CA. Free, cityofpaloalto.org
PETALUMA: Sonoma-Marin Fair July 1-5, 2026 at Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds, 175 Fairgrounds Drive, Petaluma, CA $25 approx., sonoma-marinfair.org
PIEDMONT: 4th of July Parade 11 a.m. & Celebration 1 p.m. Location: Piedmont, CA. Free, piedmont.ca.gov
PISMO BEACH: Tommy Moon Band rocks the 4th of July with party covers, top 40 and rock music Live on the Rocks 1-5 p.m. Free outdoor concert series on the lawn of Pismo Beach Cliffs Hotel & Spa. Location: 2757 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA. Free, cliffshotelandspa.com Self-parking $20, valet $30
PISMO BEACH: Pismo Beach 4th of July Fireworks July 4, 2026, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Fireworks over Pismo Beach Pier at 9 p.m. Vendors and concerts in the Plaza during the day and evening building up to the fireworks show. Location: Pismo Beach Pier, 581 Dolliver, Pismo Beach, CA. Free, pismobeach.org
PLACERVILLE: 4th of July Fireworks at Placerville Speedway. The Fourth of July Spectacular features three divisions in competition including the Thompson’s Family of Dealerships Winged 360 Sprint Cars, Kings Meats Ltd. Late Models and the Red Hawk Resort + Casino Pure Stocks. The evening will be capped off in style with a massive fireworks display to commemorate the holiday. $25, placervillespeedway.com
PLACERVILLE: 4th of July Blast Fireworks Show July 4, 2026, 3-10 p.m. at El Dorado County Fairgrounds. Concert with Locked N Loaded 6-9:45 p.m. and fireworks starting 9:30 or 10 p.m. Location: 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville, CA. $10 Parking in the Tiers, $10 per person walk-in at the gate, age 6 and under free! $40 per carload includes parking on the grounds and gate admission for up to 6 people, eldoradocountyfair.org
PLEASANT HILL: 4th of July, July 4, 2026, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Parade, 5K Fun Run, Party in the Park and Fireworks Show.
PLEASANTON: Pleasanton Community Concert Band 4th of July Celebration concert, 12-1:30 p.m. in Lions Wayside Park. Location: 4401 First Street, Pleasanton, CA, Free, pleasantondowntown.net
POMONA: Kaboom! 4th of July Fireworks Celebration 4-10 p.m. at Fairplex is Sold Out. Parking Lot Fireworks Viewing Only Available at Yellow Lot Gate 17. Location: 1101 W McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA. $, fairplex.com
POWAY: Old Poway Park Old Fashioned Fourth of July, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This event will feature patriotic entertainment, free children's crafts, train displays, and old-fashioned games. Tasty treats and train for a nominal fee. Looking for fireworks? Spectacular firework shows light up the sky over the Poway High School Stadium and Poway Sportsplex at 9 p.m. Gates at Poway High School open at 6 p.m. for games, activities, and a DJ spinning the tunes. Location: 15500 Espola Rd., Poway, CA. $6 pay at the gate. poway.org
RANCHO CORDOVA: Fourth of July Celebration July 3-4, 2026 includes Fireworks, Carnival and Concert both days! Parade is only on July 4. 1 Mile Run is on July 4. $6.15-10, plus $10 parking for fireworks and concerts, ranchocordovajuly4th.com
RANCHO CUCAMONGA: 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular 6-9:30 p.m. at RC Epicenter Sports Complex. LoanMart Field for on-field games, carnival games, live entertainment and a firework SPECTACULAR! Location: 8408 Rochester Ave., Rancho Cucamonga, CA. $15-17.50, lewisfamilyplayhouse.com
REDDING: Freedom Festival 4th of July Fireworks July 4, 2026, 5-10:30 p.m. The City of Redding free fireworks show at the Redding Civic Auditorium grounds is one of the largest in California with over 1,700 shells produced by Pyro Spectacular. Food vendors start at 6 pm. Be sure to arrive before 9 p.m. when Sundial Bridge closes. The firework show is scheduled to start at 10 p.m. Live music at 7 p.m. The soundtrack for the show will begin playing at 10 p.m. Location: 700 Auditorium Drive, Redding, CA 96001 Free, cityofredding.org | Turtle Bay Park Firecracker 5K Run at 8 a.m., registration: reddingfirecracker5k.com
REDONDO BEACH: Ernando and the Nandos, pop, souldies, Concerts on the Pier 6-8 p.m. on Redondo Beach Pier. Bring blanket or lawn chair. Location: 100 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA. Free, redondopier.com
REDONDO BEACH: 4th of July Fireworks Show King Habor 9 p.m. Come to Seaside Lagoon open for water activities and fireworks watching.
REDWOOD CITY: 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Parade, Pancakes, Car Show, Street Festival, Concert and Fireworks Show at the Port at night. Free, parade.org
REDWOOD CITY: Chalk Full of Fun on the Square! July 3-4, 2026. The Redwood City Parks and Arts Foundation presents Chalk Full of Fun on the Square! Part of the fabulous 4th of July festivities in downtown Redwood City. Courthouse Square and Hamilton Street @ Broadway. Pre-registration required. rwcpaf.org
RIDGECREST: Fireworks Celebrate Freedom July 4, 2026 with Drone Show at 9 p.m. at Desert Empire Fairgrounds. Food vendors & and alcoholic beverages for sale, entertainment, DJs and drone show to celebrate freedom! Bring chairs & blankets. Location: 520 S. Richmond Rd, Ridgecrest, CA. $ ridgecrest-ca.gov/
RIVERSIDE: 4th of July Fireworks in 2 parks, La Sierra Park and Mt. Rubidoux at 9 p.m.
ROSEMEAD: 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. with a Parade, Concert, Carnival, Fireworks Show. Free admission, cityofrosemead.org
ROSEVILLE: 4th of July Fireworks, Parade, Concert, 5K Run & Picnic July 4, 2026, 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m. It's a day of fun for the family. It's free admission presented by the City of Roseville!
SALINAS: Fourth of July Fireworks & Drone Show Extravaganza, 3-9:30 p.m. gates open at the Salinas Sports Complex. Bounce houses, carnival rides, food and vendor booths at the family-friendly festival with live patriotic musical performances by Charles Billingsley, Lisa Daggs, and Grammy Award-winning composer John Wineglass at 7:30 p.m. Hosted by Compass Church. Location: 1034 N Main St, Salinas, CA. Free admission, compasschurchmc.org/ CelebrateAmerica
SAN CLEMENTE: 4th of July Fireworks Show July 4, 2026, 9 p.m. over the San Clemente Pier, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA. Free, san-clemente.org
SAN DIEGO: Big Bay Boom, July 4, 2026, 9:15 p.m. California's Biggest Fireworks Show! Port of San Diego, bigbayboom.com
SAN DIEGO: Old Town Old Fashioned 4th of July. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with flag raising, watermelon eating, music and more.
SAN DIEGO: SeaWorld San Diego Summer Spectacular June-September included with park admission. Start with the SeaWorld Summer Splashtacular Parade and end your night with the dazzling drone show, Ocean of Dreams. On July 4, 2026 there's a 4th of July Fireworks Finale at 9:30 p.m. $, seaworld.com/san-diego
SAN FRANCISCO: 4th of July Fireworks Over the Bay July 4, 2026, 9 p.m. Free to see, the fireworks launch from the Golden Gate Bridge for the third time in history!
SAN FRANCISCO: A Red, White & Band Independence Day Celebration of American Music July 4, 2026, 1 p.m. San Francisco Golden Gate Bandshell Concerts Music Concourse Drive San Francisco, CA 94118 Free. goldengateparkband.org
SANGER: 4th of July Fireworks July 4, 2026, 5:30-9:30 p.m. at Sanger High School. Concert, food trucks, bounce houses and water slides for the kids, and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Location: 1905 Bethel Ave., Sanger, CA. $5, $10 parking, visitfresnocounty.org
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: San Juan Capistrano 4th of July Fireworks & Concerts July 4, 2026, 3-9:30 p.m. at Marco Forster Intermediate School, athletic fields. Location: 25601 Camino del Avion, San Juan Capistrano, CA. Free, sanjuancapistrano.org
SAN MARINO: 4th of July Independence Day Celebration July 4, 2026, 7 a.m.-9:30 p.m. at Lacy Park. Schedule: 5K Run at 8a; Food booths open at 2p; 4th of July Parade-Palooza at 4:45 p.m. on Monterey Road; Concert with Stone Soul band 6:30-8:30p; Fireworks at 9p. Location: Lacy Park, 1485 Virginia Road, San Marino, CA, $15-20 park admission, sanmarinoca.gov | (626) 943-2627
SAN RAFAEL: Marin County Fair July 1-5, 2026 with Fireworks Nightly at 9:30 p.m. Location: 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA. $20-30, marinfair.org
SAN JACINTO: 4th of July Stars & Stripes Parade and Street Fair 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Includes concert with the band, Endeavor. Free, sanjacintoca.gov
SAN JOSE: 4th of July Drone Show at Lake Cunningham & Rose, White & Blue Parade, Festival and Car Show, at The Alameda.
SAN MARCOS: Red, White & Boom Fireworks & Concert by The Mighty Untouchables in Bradley Park. sanmarcosca.gov
SAN MATEO: 4th of July in the Park special concert with July 4, 2026, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. featuring Vibe Society. It's a dance party! San Mateo Summer Concerts in Central Park, 50 E. 5th Ave., San Mateo, CA. Free, cityofsanmateo.org
SAN PABLO: 4th of July Multicultural Celebration with Drone Show July 4, 2026, 5-9 p.m. at San Pablo Community Center. New drone light show, concert, food, games and fun. Location: 2450 Road 20, San Pablo, CA. Free, sanpabloca.gov
SAN RAFAEL: Marin County Fair Stars, Stripes & Stories, July 1-5, 2026. Fireworks Nightly at 9:30 p.m. On July 4, 2026, 3:30 p.m. Stars and stripes music fest features Premiere Pink Floyd Tribute, Mustache Harbor - Yacht Rock, Super Diamond Neil Diamond tribute and Fleetwood Macrame tribute to Fleetwood Mac. Location: 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael, CA. $, marinfair.org
SAN RAMON: Special 4th of July concert July 4, 2026, 5 p.m. in Central Park Amphitheater. The San Ramon Arts Foundation sells food, wine, beer, soda, and water. Location: 12501 Alcosta Blvd. San Ramon, CA Free, sanramon.ca.gov
SANTA ANA: Fourth of July Concert & Fireworks, 6-9 p.m. at Centennial Regional Park. Celebration is free community event with live music, kids activities, food trucks, exhibitors and a spectacular 20-minute fireworks finale. Location: 3000 W. Edinger, Santa Ana, CA. Free, santa-ana.org/fourth-of-july/
SANTA BARBARA: 4th of July Fireworks at West Beach + Concerts July 4, 2026, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Free! Bands performing, kids games and activities, food, music and the beach to entertain throughout the day till the big Fireworks extravaganza.
SANTA BARBARA: 4th of July Concert with The Prime Time Band July 4, 2026, 5 p.m. at Santa Barbara Courthouse Sunken Gardens. Performing "Sounds of America". Blankets and chairs are OK any time after 12 p.m. on the day of the event. Location: Santa Barbara Courthouse Sunken Gardens, 1100 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara, CA. Free, pcvf.org
SANTA CLARA: Santa Clara 4th of July Celebration with free fireworks show and concert, 5-10 p.m. at Mission College. Free, santaclaraca.gov
SANTA CLARA: BayCon May July 3-6, 2026 at Santa Clara Marriott. Scifi convention celebrating speculative fiction features the lively marketplace, music, masquerade, writers, actors, writing workshops, films and 4 days of wow. Location: 2700 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA. $165.05 weekend pass approx., baycon.org
SANTA CLARA: California's Great America 4th of July Fireworks Light Up the Night July 3 & 4, 2026. Show display is set to a patriotic soundtrack in the skies above the Flight Deck rollercoaster. The best spots to watch are on the midway plaza in front of Flight Deck or in the Redwood Amphitheater. Fireworks start at 9:45 p.m. and will be complemented by a patriotic soundtrack. Location: Great America, 4701 Great America Parkway. $, sixflags.com/cagreatamerica
SANTA CLARITA: 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. includes Parade in Old Town Newhall at 9 a.m., a 5K Run and Fireworks Show at 9:15 approx. at Westfield Valencia Town Center, free
SANTA MARIA: Santa Barbara County Fair July 3-12, 2026 at Fairpark. Food - Funnel Cakes, Carnival Rides, Discovery Zone, Livestock, Kids Day, Crafts, Home Arts, Fine Arts and many contests. Location: 937 S. Thornburg, Santa Maria, CA. $14-30 approx. santamariafairpark.com
SANTA MARIA: 4th of July Celebration July 3-4, 2026. July 3: Along McClelland Street Downtown Fridays, Drone Light Show 8:45 p.m., Orcutt Jazz Band and ECO Band. July 4: Red, White & Play, 12-4 p.m. at the baseball field behind Maldonado Community Center. Location: 600 S. McClelland St., Santa Maria, CA. Free, cityofsantamaria.org
SANTA MONICA: Santa Monica 4th of July Parade July 4, 2026, 9:30 a.m. on Main Street. Route: Pico and Main Street, traveling South on Main Street before turning right onto Marine, ending at Barnard Way. Spectators donned in red, white & blue apparel line the 1.3 mile route from Marine Street North to Pico Boulevard on Main Street to see fantastic floats, hear live music, marching band performances and cheer on patriotic participants in the hour-long parade. Volunteer opportunities: santamonicaparade.com
SAUSALITO: 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. starts with the Parade at 10a. It starts on the corner of Second & Main, along Bridgeway to Caledonia Street and ends at Dunphy Park; Next it's Picnic at Dunphy Park 12-4p; and finally at 6:30p head to Gabrielson Park for a party & fireworks show that runs 9:15-9:45p. It's free to see, courtesy of the City! sausalito.gov
SANTEE: Santee Salutes 4th of July Concert & Fireworks July 4, 2026, 2-10 p.m. at Town Center Community Park East. Free, cityofsanteeca.gov
SHASTA LAKE: Walkabout Blues + Full Throttle perform 4th of July concerts at Shasta Dam. walkaboutblues.com
SIERRA MADRE: 4th of July Parade & Festivities July 4, 2026, include Firecracker Fun Run at 7 a.m. and 4th of July Parade 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Parade moves east on Sierra Madre Blvd. Starting at Sunnyside Ave. and Ending at Rancho Rd. Free, cityofsierramadre.com
SNELLING: Lights On The Lake Fireworks July 4, 2026, 6 p.m. at Lake McClure. Fireworks viewing areas open at McClure Point at 6 p.m. Entrance to Lake McClure through the MID Parks Entrance costs $25 per vehicle when pre-purchased through Yodel. Limited-same day tickets at the gate $30. The fireworks show begins around 9 p.m. Recreation at Lakes McClure and McSwain is open all day with fireworks viewing areas opening at McClure Point at 6 p.m. Location: 9090 Lake McClure Road, Snelling, CA. $25 per car, lakemcclure.com or mercedid.org/ lights-on-the-lake/
SOLVANG: 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Show. Parade 10 a.m.-12 p.m. downtown streets is free to see along with a concert in Solvang park 12-2 p.m. Festival & Fireworks 12-10 p.m. at Old Mission Santa Ines City of Solvang Fireworks Show at 9 p.m. admission is $15 and kids 12 and under are free! Over 40 food and merchant vendors on site, concerts, kids area, street faire and food vendors, plus Craft Beer and wine for sale. solvangcc.com
SOUTH EL MONTE: 4th of July Celebration, July 4, 2026, 2-9 p.m. at New Temple Park, 1450 Lidcombe Ave., South El Monte, CA. Boxing Show at 4 p.m. and Concert with The Jolly Corks at 6:30 p.m. At 9 p.m. the Fireworks Show takes place at South El Monte High School, 1001 N. Durfee Ave., South El Monte. Free, facebook.com/ CityOfSouthElMonteGovernment
SOUTH GATE: 4th of July Celebration July 2-5, 2026. Fiesta de Carnival for 4 days and Fireworks included on July 4, 2026 only. South Gate 4th of July Festival is one of the largest carnivals with Firework show in Los Angeles. Rides, Live music, plus great food. Hours: July 2 & 3, 2026, 5-11 p.m.; July 4 & 5, 2026, 2-11 p.m. Location: South Gate Park, Tweedy & Pinehurst, South Gate, CA. Admission is approx. $2-5, cityofsouthgate.org
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE: Lights on the Lake Fireworks 9:45-10:05 p.m. and South Lake Tahoe 4th of July Parade July 4, 2026, 9 a.m.-10:30 p.m. with new route traveling westbound along Hwy 50, starting at Ski Run Blvd. Free, cityofslt.gov
SOUTH PASADENA: 4th of July 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Pancake Breakfast 7-11a, S. Pasadena Fire Station, 817 Mound Ave.; Parade 11a on Mission Street from Diamond Ave. to Garfield Park; Party in the Park 12-2p. Later, head to South Pasadena High School for a Concert 7:30p and Fireworks Show at 9p. Location: 1401 Fremont Ave., Gates open 7p. $15-20, southpasadenaca.gov/events
ST. HELENA: 4th of July Community Festival July 3, 2026, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Crane Park. Live music by Fog City Swampers, Rock-climbing wall, giant slides, and obstacle course Food vendors and local artisan shopping Community celebration for all ages. Free, cityofsthelena.gov
STOCKTON: 4th of July Parade Downtown at 10 a.m. | 4th of July Celebration at Weber Point Events Center, 221 N. Center Street opens at 5 p.m. The waterfront festivities include food, concerts, and a spectacular 20-minute fireworks display at approx. 9:30 p.m. Free, stocktonca.gov
SUISUN CITY: 4th of July Celebration July 4, 2026, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. at Suisun City Waterfront. Food, vendors, amusement rides in Sheldon Plaza, petting zoo, pony rides, live music with Pop Rocks, West Coast Strut, and Vixen Strut. The celebration climaxes with the much-anticipated fireworks show 9:15-9:30 p.m. Free fireworks show, suisun.com
TAYLORSVILLE: 4th of July Silver Buckle Rodeo, July 4, 2026. Fourth of July Parade 10 a.m. Grand Entry of the Silver Buckle Rodeo is scheduled for 1 p.m. at Rodeo Grounds, Arlington & North Valley Road taylorsvillerodeo.com | rodeo
TEHACHAPI: 4th of July Bad Bulls Tour, July 4, 2026, 6 p.m. Gates open 2 hours early. Tehachapi Event Center and Rodeo Grounds Dennison Rd. Tehachapi, CA $27-30 + $10 parking, tehachapiprorodeo.com | rodeo
TEHACHAPI: All-American 4th of July Festival July 3-5, 2026. On July 3: Concert & Movie in Central Park starting at 6 p.m. with band, 4 of a Kind. On July 4: All-American 5K Run, 7 a.m. Kids Bike Parade 8 a.m. 4th of July Parade 9 a.m. on F St. to Robinson to Tehachapi Blvd. At 10 a.m. in Central Park concerts with Django Staufer and 42 Out plus Makers Market. At 6-9 p.m. Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo and Fireworks. July 5: Freedom Fest at West Park. liveuptehachapi.com
TEMECULA: Star Spangled Parade & Fireworks July 4, 2026. Parade is at 10 a.m. in Old Town on Front & 2nd Street. Live music, vendors and fun zone for the kids, Family Fun & Fireworks: 2-10 p.m. at Ronald Reagan Sports Park Fireworks Show 9 p.m. temeculaca.gov
TEMPLETON: 4th of July Parade "Freedom 250", July 4, 2026, 9:30 a.m. starts at Templeton Park, 550 Crocker St., Templeton, CA. Route Crocker and Main Street from 1st to 8th streets. Rotary Club of Templeton produces the parade. Come early for Templeton Fire Department's Pancake Breakfast and stick around after the parade for games, food vendors and entertainment in Templeton Park, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. templeton4thjulyparade.com
THOUSAND OAKS: The New West Symphony, patriotic tribute to Independence Day, 5-7 p.m. at Thousand Oaks free summer Concerts Location: Conejo Community Park, 1175 Hendrix Avenue, Thousand Oaks, CA. Free, crpd.org/concerts
THOUSAND OAKS: 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular July 4, 2026 is an annual tradition with multiple viewing areas. There are also games, contests, concerts, pancake breakfast and a full day of excitement.
TORRANCE: Satin Dollz, 4th of July patriotic tribute to America, 5 p.m. at Torrance Summer Nights Concerts at City Hall Civic Center. Location: Torrance, CA Free, torranceca.gov
TURLOCK: Turlock Independence Day Celebration July 3-4, 2026. Friday Parade 6:30 p.m. and Fireworks Show 9 p.m.; Saturday Car Show 8 a.m.-1 p.m. takes place Downtown along with Farmers & Makers Markets. Free, turlockdowntown.com/usa
TUSTIN: July 4th Fireworks Celebration, July 4, 2026, 6-9:30 p.m. with Fireworks at 9 p.m. Food, concert with Flashpants and fireworks are scheduled at Tustin High School, 1171 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA. Free, tustinca.org
UPLAND: Light Up the Night Fireworks Spectacular July 4, 2026, 5:30-9:30 p.m. at Block Party on Benson with the band, Pop Vision (Rock tribute), food vendors, beer garden and kids zone. Fireworks Spectacular at 9 p.m. $5, uplandca.gov
VACAVILLE: 4th of July Concert & Fireworks in Andrews Park, 9 p.m. Fog City Swampers Band plays CCR tribute 6:30-9:30 p.m. followed by Fireworks at the CreekWalk Plaza in Andrews Park. Food, drinks, beer, and wine available for purchase from food trucks and food stands. Admission is Free! Location: Andrews Park 614 East Monte Vista Avenue, Vacaville, CA. Free, ci.vacaville.ca.us
VALLEJO: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom's Star Spangled Nights Drone Show July 3&4, 2026, 9:15 p.m. Billed as "the most breathtaking event in the Bay Area" there are more than 200 drones filling the night sky with an awesome display. Location: 1001 Fairgrounds Dr., Vallejo, CA. $, sixflags.com
VALLEJO: MadHatter 4th of July Celebration with Sky Show, Dog Parade & Fireworks July 4, 2026, 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. approx. at Mare Island Waterfront. Artisan vendors, craft beer, foods, parade floats, classic cars, live music, DJs, Maritime Dog Parade, Interactive reptile compound, children's activities, giant kites and more. Fireworks launched after sunset from Mare Island Straits. Free admission, hattervallejo.com
VALLEJO: 4th of July Parade July 4, 2026, 10 a.m.- Proceeds on Broadway at Tennessee St., left on Sonoma Blvd. and right on Georgia Street, ending at Santa Clara St. vallejojuly4.com
VENTURA: 4th of July Street Fair, Push-em Pull-em Parade 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in Downtown Ventura. Event includes classic cars, games, food vendors, artisans and more. Free, cityofventura.ca.gov
VENTURA: Tom & The Refugees band, rock tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, 6-9 p.m. at free Ventura Summer Tribute Concerts at Aqua Beachfront. Location: 450 East Harbor Boulevard outdoors at Crowne Plaza promenade, Ventura, CA Free, public welcome, venturagratefuldead.com
VENTURA: Teka + Shaky Feeling, 5-7 p.m. at Ventura Harbor Village Lawn. Location: near 1591 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA. Free, venturaharborvillage.com
VICTORVILLE: 4th of July - America's 250th Birthday Celebration Fireworks, Drone Show & Concert at Silverado High School, Hawk Stadium 14084 Cobalt Road Victorville, CA. $2 admission, victorvilleca.gov
VILLA PARK: Jim Flaherty Band plays rock, country and blues 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Villa Park 4th of July Concert at Cerro Villa Middle School. Location: 17852 Serrano Ave., Villa Park, CA. Free
VISTA: Independence Day Fireworks and Concert July 4, 2026, 5-10 p.m. with Cassie B Project, 5 p.m. at Brengle Terrace Park, Moonlight Amphitheatre. $5 admission to see concert in Amphitheatre with admission paid at gate. No pre-sales. Picnic baskets allowed. cityofvista.com
WALNUT: 4th of July Celebration, 5-9:30 p.m. at Suzanne Park. Featuring concert, patriotic pooch parade, patriotic face painting, pie-eating contest, food trucks, and Fireworks! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, canopies and picnic baskets and enjoy the festivities. The best places to see the fireworks at approximately 9 p.m. are either Suzanne Park or the Suzanne Middle School Sport Field. FREE, cityofwalnut.org
WASCO: Red, White and Boom Fireworks Festival July 4, 2026, 6-10 p.m. at Barker Park. It includes a flag ceremony, bike parade, Car Show & Shine, Watermelon Eating, pool party, music, food vendors, contests and games. Location: 1280 Poplar Ave., Wasco, CA. Free admission, facebook.com/ wascoparks
WEAVERVILLE: Highland Art Center
Fourth of July Arts and Crafts Fair July 4, 2026, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Event
includes live music, artisans showcasing their works and food trucks. highlandartcenter.org
WESTCHESTER: 4th of July Parade, July 4, 2026, 11 a.m. on Loyala Blvd. from Westchester Park to LMU (Loyola Marymount University.)
WHITTIER: 4th of July Flag Raising and Freedom Walk + Fireworks Spectacular. Flag Raising 9 a.m. Freedom Walk 10 a.m. at Palm Park. Fireworks Spectacular 5-9:30 p.m. at York Field. Concert from Legacy. Inflatables, food vendors and the big bang fireworks. Location: 9110 Santa Fe Springs Road, Whittier, CA. $5, free under age 18, cityofwhittier.org
WILLITS: Frontier Days CCPRA Rodeo July 4, 2026, 7 p.m. at Jack Tharp Arena, $25-30 tickets; Parade "Year of the Sweethearts" 11 a.m. on Main Street is free to see; Rec Grove Park events include Horseshoe Contest at 10 a.m. with $75 fee to play, Country Music Rodeola 12 p.m., Beef BBQ 12 p.m. costs $25. WaterFight at Little Lake Firehouse, 4 p.m. is free to see. willitsfrontierdays.com
WOODLAND HILLS: Valley Cultural Foundation and Councilmember Bob Blumenfield's 4th of July Extravaganza at Warner Park! Food trucks, Local vendors showcasing amazing products, Dr. Wu, tribute to Steely Dan band and their hits, Woodland Hills Concerts. Lou Bredlow Pavilion in Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA. Free, valleycultural.org
WOODLAND: 4th of July Celebration: Pancake Breakfast, Bike Parade & Celebration, Ice Cream Social, Swim Fest, Stadium Activities and Fireworks Show at Woodland High School. cityofwoodland.org
WOODSIDE: Woodside Committee Rodeo July 4, 2026, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Woodside) Committee Rodeo Mounted Patrol San Mateo County 521 Kings Mountain Rd., Woodside, CA mpsmc.org | rodeo
YORBA LINDA: July 4, 2026, 5-9:30 p.m. Daniel Bonte & The Bona Fide concert at 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular. The event can be enjoyed from Veterans Park or Yorba Linda Middle School.
YUCAIPA: 4th of July Firework Show 6-9 p.m.
at Yucaipa High School. Location: 33000 Yucaipa
Blvd., Yucaipa, CA. Admission is free, $15 parking, yucaipa.gov
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