Seasonal & Holidays
July 4th Fireworks 2023 In San Diego County
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades, concerts & other celebrations in and around the San Diego area.
SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA — Ready the red, white and blue!
Independence Day falls this year on Tuesday, July 4. And communities throughout San Diego County are prepping such star-spangled celebrations as carnivals, concerts, parades, picnics and, of course, firework extravaganzas.
Do note the date of events, as not all occur on July 4th. Plus, always confirm with organizers that activities are proceeding as planned.
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Enjoy the holiday, and Happy Fourth of July, from Patch!
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Find out what's happening in San Diegowith free, real-time updates from Patch.
CARLSBAD:
JULY 4: Red, White & Blue Celebration. At Omni La Costa Resort & Spa.
JULY 4: LEGOLAND July 4th 'Red, White & BOOM!' Fest & Fireworks. "A star-spangled celebration!"
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CHULA VISTA:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fest & Fireworks: Elite Athlete Training Center. The event is free.
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CORONADO:
JULY 3: C4 Foundation July 3rd 'Land Of Free' Benefit Concert. Featuring "the one & only Nate Nathan & the Mac Daddy O’s Band."
JULY 4: July 4th Crown City Classic 12K, 5K & Kids' Run. A tradition in its 50th year!
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Navy Leap Frogs, Concerts & Fireworks. Jam-packed day of patriotic fun ends with fireworks at the golf course.
JULY 4: July 4th 'Big Bay Boom' Fireworks Show. Grand display from four barges throughout the bay.
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DEL MAR:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade: Powerhouse Park. Deck out your bikes, wagons, strollers — and even your dogs! — and join the fun.
JULY 4: San Diego County Fair July 4th Fireworks. Tickets available for Grandstand viewing.
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EL CAJON:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fest & Fireworks: Kennedy Park. Free, family activities & two live bands planned.
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ENCINITAS:
JULY 4: Olivenhain Fourth of July Parade. Annual family event at Olivenhain Meeting Hall.
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ESCONDIDO:
JULY 4: July 4th Independence Day Concert & Fireworks: Great Green. With music by Urban Renewal Project & Navy Band Southwest's 32nd Street Brass Band.
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IMPERIAL BEACH:
JULY 4: IB Pier 4th Of July Fireworks. Details in the works.
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JULIAN:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Flyover. With pie-eating contest, too!
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LA JOLLA:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Drone Show. "Cutting-edge technology will emulate dazzling firework display & other patriotic images with minimum impact on our environment."
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LA MESA:
JULY 4: Lake Murray July 4th Music Fest & Fireworks. "A day of food, fun, bands & fireworks."
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MIRA MESA:
JULY 2: Scripps Mesa July 2nd Fireworks Show: Wangenheim Middle School. Triumphant return with new date & new location.
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NATIONAL CITY:
JUNE 30-JULY 4: Independence Weekend Carnival & July 1st Fireworks. Note the date for fireworks is July 1.
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OCEANSIDE:
JUNE 24: Annual Independence Parade. Enjoy floats, bands, cool cars & more.
JULY 3: July 3rd Fireworks Celebration. Gates open at 5 p.m. & entertainment starts at 7 p.m.
JULY 4: July 4th Independence Day Flyover: Mission Pacific Hotel. "Historic flyover by vintage Beechcraft T-34s."
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OLIVENHAIN:
JULY 4: Olivenhain Fourth of July Parade. Annual family event at Olivenhain Meeting Hall.
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POWAY:
JULY 4: July 4th Old-Fashioned Festival, Veterans Ceremony & Fireworks. Fireworks launch from two locations!
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RAMONA:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Family Picnic & Fireworks. The community tradition returns to Olive Peirce Middle School.
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RANCHO BERNARDO:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Concert & Fireworks. Fun-filled patriotic day starts with community fair & concludes with concerts & fireworks.
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SAN DIEGO:
JULY 1-4: SeaWorld FantaSEA Of Dreams Fireworks. Nightly fireworks, plus Jordin Sparks concert on July 2nd.
JULY 4: USS Midway July 4th Celebration. Sold out.
JULY 4: Maritime Museum July 4th Picnic & Fireworks Viewing. Tickets on sale.
JULY 4: Over The Top 4th Of July Celebration. At Top of the Hyatt.
JULY 4: Boardwalk Boom 4th of July Celebration. At Sally's Fish House & Bar.
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks Cruises. Multiple departures planned Fourth of July.
JULY 4: Lake Murray July 4th Music Fest & Fireworks. "A day of food, fun, bands & fireworks."
JULY 4: July 4th 'Big Bay Boom' Fireworks Show. Grand display from four barges throughout the bay.
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SAN MARCOS:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Festival: Stars, Stripes & Spurs: Lakehouse Resort. With patriotic dog contest, sack races, watermelon-eating contest, musical chairs & more.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Concert, Kids' Fun & Fireworks: Bradley Park. "One of the most spirited 4th of July celebrations in North County."
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SANTEE:
JULY 4: 4th Of July 'Santee Salutes' Fest & Fireworks. Parking passes required in advance.
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SCRIPPS RANCH:
JULY 4: Scripps Ranch 4th Of July Run & Ride. Family-favorites are the fun run & bike ride.
JULY 4: Scripps Ranch 4th Of July Parade. "Yeehaw! Red, White, and Boots: Honoring American Cowboys."
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UNIVERSITY CITY:
JULY 4: University City July 4th Fun Run, 5K, Parade & Concert. "Have you heard? It’s back! The run, the food, the parade, the games, the booths" & more.
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VISTA:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Concert & Fireworks: Brengle Terrace Park. Bring your dancing shoes! Live music from Cassie B Project.
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