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July 4th Fireworks 2022 In San Francisco Bay Area
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around the SF Bay Area.
SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA — Happy birthday, America!
After a year or two of COVID-related restrictions, cities and towns throughout the San Francisco Bay Area region are back in the star-spangled swing with Fourth of July parades, events and fireworks extravaganzas.
July 4, 2022 falls on a Monday. Do note not all Independence Day events are on that date, with several spread throughout the holiday weekend or earlier. And always confirm with organizers that events are proceeding as planned.
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Scroll through our annual event guide to find what's going on near you. And have a happy, safe and festive 4th of July, from Patch!
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ALAMEDA:
JULY 4: July 4th Pre-Parade 5K To Benefit Midway Shelter. The run/walk begins at 9 a.m. before the parade.
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JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade. "Parade is the longest in the nation with a route that spans 3.3 miles."
JULY 4: USS Hornet July 4th BBQ & DJ. On the flight deck. Tickets on sale.
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AMERICAN CANYON:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration, Parade & Fireworks. "One of the best fireworks shows in the North Bay!"
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ANTIOCH:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Fireworks & All-Day Fest. A pancake breakfast begins the fun-filled day.
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APTOS:
July 4: July 4th 'World's Shortest Parade' & Party In Park. This year's theme: "Team Spirit."
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BELMONT:
JULY 3: Free Concert In The Park: Twin Pines Park. Rock 'n roll & Motown for your holiday weekend!
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BENICIA:
JULY 3: July 3rd Torchlight Parade. A hometown, community tradition along First Street.
JULY 3: July 3rd Drone Light Show: Carquinez Straits Waterfront. Hosted by Pedrotti Ace Hardware & follows Torchlight Parade.
JULY 4: July 4th Picnic & Fireworks. "With arts and crafts, delicious hot food, live entertainment & children’s activities."
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BERKELEY:
JULY 4: July 4th Marina Fest & Fireworks. Not planned for 2022.
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BOULDER CREEK:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade. A family tradition in the historic downtown.
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CALISTOGA:
JULY 3: 'Star-Spangled Social' Music, Games & Maker's Fair: Pioneer Park. Fun includes corn-hole tournament, family carnival & live music.
JULY 4: Historical 4th Of July Parade. This year’s parade theme is Celebrate Freedom!
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CAMPBELL:
JUNE 21: July 4th Wreath Workshop: Tessora's Barra di Vino. Book soon, as space is limited for this fun project.
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CLAYTON:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade. Little ones can join the fun, as no registration required for Kiddie Parade.
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CONCORD:
JULY 4: 4th of July 'Stars & Stripes' 5K, Parade & Fireworks. A jam-packed Independence Day!
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CORTE MADERA:
JULY 3: Barry "The Fish" Melton Band- A free summer concert for your holiday weekend.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Festival. This year's parade theme: "We're Back!"
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CUPERTINO:
JULY 4: July 4th Children's Parade, Concert, Swim & Fireworks. The day begins with a pancake breakfast, too.
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DANVILLE:
JULY 4: Kiwanis July 4th Parade. This year's theme: "Celebrating Our Local Olympians."
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DAVIS:
JULY 4: July 4th Kiddie Parade. A community tradition since the 1930s.
JULY 4: July 4th Fest & Fireworks. Games & live entertainment planned, too.
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DIXON:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks & Festivities: Hall Park. Pickleball, recreational swim & food trucks also planned.
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DUBLIN:
JUNE 28-JULY 5: Safe & Sane July 4th Fireworks Booth Sales. More than a dozen non-profit organizations open booths citywide.
JULY 1:'Picnic Flix' Outdoor Movie: Emerald Glen Park. Perfect family-friendly kick-off to holiday weekend.
JULY 4: July 4th Safe & Sane Fireworks Approved Parks. Four parks designated for fireworks use.
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EL CERRITO:
JULY 4: WorldOne 4th Of July Festival - Music, Art, Food & Family Fun. The annual "hometown institution" returns.
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FAIRFIELD:
JULY 4: Independence Day Parade & July 4th Festivities. Includes contests for apple pies, plus hot dog- & watermelon-eating.
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FOSTER CITY:
JULY 4: July 4th Pancake Breakfast, Parade & Fireworks. Dog parade, too!
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FREMONT:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Flyover. "Our Live Parade is BACK!"
JULY 4: Free Tri-City Nonprofit Alliance 4th of July Parade After-Party. Features booths, games, giveaways, music, family-friendly activities & live performances.
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GILROY:
JULY 1-4: Independence Day July 4th Weekend Celebration Gilroy Gardens. Admission free to active duty military & veterans.
JULY 4: Annual July 4th Fireworks Show. Viewing from Christmas Hill Park.
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GLEN ELLEN:
JULY 3: 3rd Annual Patriotic Car Cruise. Anyone with classic car or truck can join the cruise.
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HALF MOON BAY:
JULY 4: Ol' Fashioned July 4th Parade, Pancake Breakfast & Block Party. Celebrate Independence Day in small-town America."
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HAYWARD:
JULY 2: Independence Day, Band & Family Games: Meek Mansion. With outdoor activities, historical games, crafts & Blues Bottle Band.
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HEALDSBURG:
JULY 1-3 & 8-10: 'Woody Guthrie's American Song' - Free at Plaza, or VIP seating available.
JULY 3: Red, White & BBQ With Hootenanny Band: Rodney Strong Vineyards. Space is limited – reserve your tickets soon.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Kids' Parade & Duck Dash. Includes games, races, music from Court 'n' Disaster & Healdsburg Community Band, free lemonade, hot dogs, snow cones, popcorn & street corn.
JULY 4: American Legion Independence Day Fireworks. Welcome back to Healdsburg American Legion's 4th of July fireworks show!
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HERCULES:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks & Community Event. Collaboration between cities of Hercules & Pinole.
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KENWOOD:
JULY 4: 4th of July Footrace. "The oldest 10k in CA lives on this July 4th!"
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Hike: Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. "Bald Mountain– a spectacular vantage point to view as many as 18 different fireworks displays!"
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LARKSPUR:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Festival. This year's parade theme: "We're Back!"
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LIVERMORE:
JULY 3: July 4th Weekend Celebration at McGrail. With music, BBQ & wine.
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza. DJ planned, plus free glow sticks for kids, while supplies last.
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LOS ALTOS HILLS:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade. Refreshing beverages & watermelon treats offered at end of parade.
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LOS GATOS:
JULY 4: July 4th Symphony In Park & Kids' Fun. Flag raising, food trucks, inflatables & beer-wine garden, too.
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MARTINEZ:
JULY 4: July 4th Flag Raising & Hometown Parade. Kids' decorated bike parade included, too!
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks: Marina. Show begins approximately 9 p.m.
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MILL VALLEY:
JULY 4: Homestead Valley July 4th Parade & Picnic. Decorate your bikes, scooters, strollers & join the fun.
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MILLBRAE:
JULY 4: July 4th 'Beats, Brews & Vines' Free Concert. "Celebrate Independence Day with great music!"
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MILPITAS:
JULY 4: July 4th Pool Party, Concert & Fireworks. Fun also includes food trucks, kids' area, climbing wall, RC cars, video game truck & more!
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MENLO PARK:
JULY 4: Fourth of July Parade. Not planned for 2022, per city officials.
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MORAGA:
JULY 4: July 4th Dog Parade, Concert & Fireworks. Enjoy House Rockers show at 7 p.m., followed by fireworks extravaganza.
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MORGAN HILL:
JULY 3: July 3rd Patriotic Sing & Family Music Fest: Freedom Fest. Family Music Fest runs until 10:30 p.m. in downtown area.
JULY 4: Freedom Fest July 4th Run, Car Cruise, Parade & Fireworks. Also in the full day's events, live music & entertainment at Outdoor Sports Complex.
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MOUNTAIN VIEW:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks & SF Symphony: Shoreline Amphitheatre. It's a fireworks spectacular with the San Francisco Symphony. Tickets on sale.
JULY 4: July 4th Picnics & Fireworks Viewing: Shoreline Lake. Pedalboats, rowboats, canoes & kayaks can be rented for on-the-lake fireworks views.
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NAPA:
JULY 3: Red, White and BBQ. At Silverado Resort.
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Concert & Fireworks. Start the day with parade marking Napa’s 175th birthday.
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NEWARK:
JULY 4: July 4th ALCO Firefighters Pancake Breakfast. With classic car show, magician & more.
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NICASIO:
JULY 4: July 4th BBQ On Lawn & Zydeco Flames Band: Rancho Nicasio Restaurant. Tickets on sale.
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NOVATO:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade. Live music & festive events planned, as well.
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OAKLAND:
JULY 4: 'Welcome Back' Annual July 4th Picnic In Park: Joaquin Miller Park. Including sports, food provided for a small donation, dance competition & entertainment.
JULY 4: A's vs. Blue Jays & July 4th Fireworks: Oakland Coliseum. Game starts approximately 6 p.m., with postgame fireworks.
JULY 4: July 4th Cruise & Fireworks Viewing: USS Potomac. Typically sells out fast, so book soon.
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ORINDA:
JULY 4: July 4th Pancake Breakfast, Parade & Concert. Flag raising, Fun Run For A Reason & library book sale also planned.
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PACIFICA:
JULY 4: July 4th Celebration: Frontierland Park. With food, drinks, games, live music & face painting.
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PALO ALTO:
JULY 4: July 4th Celebration: Mitchell Park. With free. live music, food trucks & fun games/activities for kids.
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PENNGROVE:
JULY 3: 46th Annual Parade. “The Biggest Little Parade in Northern California” is followed by BBQ, music & games.
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PETALUMA:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks: Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds. Viewing from the parking lot.
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PIEDMONT:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Pancake Breakfast. Community picnic follows the parade.
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PINOLE:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks & Community Event. Collaboration between cities of Hercules & Pinole.
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PLEASANT HILL:
JULY 4: July 4th Firecracker Run, Parade, Fest & Fireworks. Party in Park includes, kids' rides, food, inflatables & live music, too.
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PLEASANTON:
JULY 1: Fireworks Spectacular: Alameda County Fair. Fairgrounds show is free with fair admission and begins after the concert.
JULY 4: Independence Concert @ Alameda County Fair. The Eternity Band will play at Grand Stand stage.
JULY 4: Community Concert Band July 4th Performance: Lions Wayside Park. A community tradition!
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REDWOOD CITY:
JULY 3-4: Chalk Festival. Open to professionals & amateurs.
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Fest & Fireworks. With Battle of the Bands & kids' zone, too.
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RICHMOND:
JULY 3: 3rd Of July Fireworks Celebration: Marina Bay Park. The community event, with music & food, is back!
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ROHNERT PARK:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks & Santa Rosa Symphony: Green Music Center. Evening of show tunes & patriotic classics, followed by spectacular fireworks show.
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ROSS:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Picnic. Event includes music, games, face painting & more.
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SAINT HELENA:
JULY 3-4: July 4th Weekend Movie, Bike Parade & Concert. No fireworks scheduled this year.
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SAN ANSELMO:
JULY 1-2: July 4th Weekend 'Live On The Avenue' Concerts. Kick off holiday weekend with Michelle Lambert & Traveling Wilbury's Revue.
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SAN CARLOS:
JULY 30: SJ Giants & Hiller Aviation Museum Flight Night & Fireworks. Mark your calendars for more fireworks & portion of proceeds benefit Hiller Aviation Museum.
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SAN FRANCISCO:
JULY 1: SF Giants vs. White Sox Fireworks Night: Oracle Park. Caltrain service takes riders to San Francisco Station, a short walk from Oracle Park.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks: Fisherman's Wharf. Two barges will launch fireworks on bay.
JULY 4: Independence Day Pub Crawl & Hot Dog-Eating Contest. July 4th-inspired costumes encouraged!
JULY 4: Free Uber, Lyft & Cab Rides Provided by Law Office of Chuck Geerhart. For rides within city of SF.
JULY 4: Golden Gate Park Band July 4th Concert: Golden Gate Park. Annual, free event with works of Gershwin, Souza, Copland Leroy Anderson & more.
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SAN JOSE:
JULY 1-3: July 4th Weekend Fireworks: SJ Giants Baseball. "With firework shows all three nights of Independence weekend."
JULY 4: July 4th Rose, White & Blue Parade & Festival. "Food trucks, entertainment, art and community!"
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks: Discovery Meadow Park. Rotary Club of San Jose is bringing fireworks back to San Jose ."
JULY 4: July 4th Festival & Fireworks: Almaden Lake Regional Park. Includes fun zone, food trucks & costume contest.
JULY 30: SJ Giants & Hiller Aviation Museum Flight Night & Fireworks. Mark your calendars for more fireworks & portion of proceeds benefit Hiller Aviation Museum.
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SAN LEANDRO:
JULY 4: San Leandro Historical Railway Society July 4th Open House. Check with organization's website for updates on tentative event featuring model railroads.
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SAN MATEO:
JULY 1-3: FoodieLand Night Market - Independence Day Weekend. Outdoor event inspired by Asian night markets.
JULY 4: July 4th Festival & Concert: Central Park. Entertainment includes Club 90, high-energy, choreographed dance-party show.
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SAN PABLO:
JULY 4: July 4th Celebration: Community Center. Pre-registration required, and no fireworks this year.
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SAN RAFAEL:
JUNE 30-JULY 4: Fireworks Extravaganza: Marin County Fair. Choreographed extravaganza over lagoon for run of fair.
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SAN RAMON:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration Concert: Central Park Amphitheater. Featuring patriotic music from Olympia Fields, veterans tribute & popular group Pride & Joy.
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SANTA CLARA:
JULY 4: July 4th Celebration & Fireworks: California's Great America. "Colorful display of fireworks set to patriotic tunes."
JULY 4: 4th Of July All-City Picnic, Swim & Entertainment. No fireworks this year.
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SANTA CRUZ:
JULY 1: Free 'Sing 2' Movie At The Beach: Boardwalk. Kick off your holiday weekend at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk!
JULY 4: Rotary Club's July 4th Firecracker Runs. Back and in-person with 10K, 5K, and a Kid's 1K Fun Run.
JULY 4: July 4th Old-Fashioned Independence Day & Picnic: Wilder Ranch State Park. Features historic house tours, costumed docents, live music, old-fashioned crafts & activities.
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SANTA ROSA:
JULY 2-3: 'Lavender Daze' Independence Day Weekend: Bees N Blooms. Music each day & reservations required.
JULY 4: July 4th 'Red White & BOOM' Fireworks. Event at Sonoma County Fairgrounds is not planned for 2022.
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SARATOGA:
JULY 4: July 4th McCartysville Band Patriotic Concert & Family Parade. The annual, old-fashioned Independence Day celebration is back at Kevin Moran Park.
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SAUSALITO:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade, Festivities & Fireworks. Full day featuring parade, picnic, music & fireworks.
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SCOTTS VALLEY:
JULY 3: Independence Day Parade, Flyover, Fest & Fireworks. Live music, food trucks & kids' zone, too!
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SEBASTOPOL:
JULY 3: July 3rd Fireworks & Music Extravaganza. With flag ceremony & "Star-Spangled Banner," too.
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SONOMA:
JULY 3: 3rd Annual Patriotic Car Cruise. Anyone with classic car or truck can join the cruise.
JULY 4: Hometown 4th Of July Parade, Festival & Fireworks. Includes old-fashioned festival with food, drink & game booths.
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SUISUN CITY:
JULY 4: July 4th Fest, Carnival Rides, Music & Fireworks. Food, vendors, community performances & more at the waterfront.
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VACAVILLE:
JULY 4: July 4th Free Concert & Fireworks: CreekWalk. The energetic Project 4 Band takes the stage before the fireworks show.
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VALLEJO:
JULY 2-4: July 4th Weekend Fest & Fireworks: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. With nightly fireworks display.
JULY 4: Independence Day July 4th Parade: Downtown. "This year’s theme is 'Re-Unite the Spirit of Vallejo!'"
JULY 4: Spirit Ship Celebration - July 4th on Mare Island Waterfront. Reservations underway.
JULY 4: Mad Hatter July 4th Fest & Fireworks: Waterfront. Jam-packed day with kites, beer garden, classic cars, food court, music, DJs, kids' fun, crafts & dog parade.
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WALNUT CREEK:
JULY 3: July 3rd 'Hops & Creek Brewfest': Civic Park. "Come spend part of your 4th of July holiday weekend in Walnut Creek’s Civic Park."
JULY 4: July 4th Celebration Parkoncert. Free with Walnut Creek Concert Band at Civic Park.
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WATSONVILLE:
JULY 4: Spirit of Watsonville 4th Of July Parade. This year's parade theme: Stars on Main Street.
SEPT. 3: 'Fire In The Sky' Airport Open House & Fireworks. Fireworks extravaganza moved to Labor Day weekend.
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WINDSOR:
JULY 3: July 3rd Fireworks: Keiser Park. Pack a picnic, as no live bands or food trucks this year.
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WOODSIDE:
JULY 4: July 4th Mounted Patrol Junior Rodeo & BBQ. On July 3 is a pre-rodeo dinner dance. Tickets on sale.
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YOUNTVILLE:
JULY 3: July 4th Weekend Bubbles, BBQ & Blues: Chandon Winery. "A picture-perfect afternoon!"
JULY 4: July 4th Celebration - Concert & Food Trucks. Free to all, with live music from Big Blu Soul Revue. But no fireworks this year.
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