Seasonal & Holidays
July 4th Fireworks 2023 In San Francisco Bay Area
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades, concerts and other celebrations in and around the SF Bay Area.
SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA — Ready the red, white and blue!
Independence Day falls this year on Tuesday, July 4. And communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area 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.
Find out what's happening in San Franciscowith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Enjoy the holiday, and Happy Fourth of July, from Patch!
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Find out what's happening in San Franciscowith free, real-time updates from Patch.
ALAMEDA:
JULY 4: July 4th Pre-Parade 5K For Midway Shelter. Great start to the holiday & for a worthy cause.
JULY 4: Annual 4th of July Parade. Declared the longest parade in the nation!
JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration - Music, Food & Ship Tours: USS Hornet. Tickets on sale.
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ALBANY:
JULY 4: 4th Of July In the Park. With live entertainment, food vendors & kids' zone.
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AMERICAN CANYON:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Festival & Fireworks. Park festival offers music, free activities & food vendors, too.
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ANTIOCH:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Fest & Fireworks. With kids' zone & live entertainment.
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APTOS:
JULY 4: July 4th 'World's Shortest Parade' & Party In Park. Short & sweet! Don't miss the fun.
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BELMONT:
JULY 2: July 2nd Summer Concert - Fred McCarty & Co., Pure Country: Twin Pines Park. Free & family-friendly with lawn seating.
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BENICIA:
JUNE 30: 'Americana Pool Party' Family Fun Night. "An early celebration of America's Independence!"
JULY 3: 3rd Of July Torchlight Independence Day Parade. Downtown tradition with dancers, floats, & entertainment.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks. Fireworks are a go, but no daytime activities planned this year.
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BERKELEY:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Signature Dinner Cruise. Excursion departs from Berkeley marina.
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BOULDER CREEK:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Block Party. "A mountain town tradition!"
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CALISTOGA:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Star-Spangled Social & Laser Light Show. Parade starts the day, then dance night away with grand finale laser light show.
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CLAYTON:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Kiddie Parade. A local, time-honored tradition.
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CONCORD:
JULY 4: July 4th Stars & Stripes Run, Parade, Fest & Fireworks. Concord-Diablo Rotary will host pancake breakfast, too!
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CORTE MADERA:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Festival. Fest features marketplace, kids' activities, food & more.
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CUPERTINO:
JULY 4: July 4th Pancake Breakfast, Concert & Fireworks. Concert headliner is Arena Band, with '70s tunes.
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DANVILLE:
JULY 4: Kiwanis July 4th Parade: Downtown. This year's theme is "Celebrating Our Educators."
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DAVIS:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Kiddie Parade. A town tradition in its 61st year!
JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration & Fireworks. Fun takes place at Community Park.
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DIXON:
JULY 4: July 4th Concert & Fireworks: Hall Park. Recreational swim, pickleball & food trucks planned, too.
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DUBLIN:
JUNE 28-JULY 5: Safe & Sane Fireworks Booth Sales For July 4th. Non-profit organizations will be selling approved fireworks.
JULY 4: July 4th Safe & Sane Fireworks Approved Parks & Locations. See where to light up those safe & sane fireworks!
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EL CERRITO:
JULY 3-4: WorldOne 4th Of July Festival. A "world-class" hometown event with live bands, carnival rides, family entertainment & wide variety of cuisine.
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FAIRFIELD:
JULY 4: July 4th Independence Day Parade. "Wear your red, white, and blue, and come on down!"
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FELTON:
JULY 4: Roaring Camp Railroads 4th Of July Fun & BBQ. Both Redwood Forest Steam Train & Santa Cruz Beach Train running.
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FOSTER CITY:
JULY 4: July 4th Fest, Parade, Music & Fireworks. All-day extravaganza begins with a pancake breakfast!
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FREMONT:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Patriotic Flyover. Don't miss the festivities!
JULY 4: July 4th Parade After-Party Music & Food Trucks: Downtown Plaza. Independence Day fun continues at free, family-friendly event.
JULY 4: July 4th Independence Day Celebration: Ardenwood Historic Farm. "A fun-filled community festival, 1900-style!"
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GILROY:
JULY 1-4: Gilroy Gardens July 4th Celebration Days. With festive food, drinks & family fun, plus free entry for military.
JULY 4: 4th of July Fireworks Show. Viewing from nearby neighborhoods & Christmas Hill Park.
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GLEN ELLEN:
JULY 2: Devils Darlin’s Patriotic Car Cruise. Step out to watch, or those with classic cars or trucks can join the fun!
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HALF MOON BAY:
JULY 4: Ol' Fashioned July 4th Pancake Breakfast, Parade & Block Party. Charming Main Street transforms into festive red, white & blue downtown celebration.
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HAYWARD:
JULY 1: Independence Day Celebration & Family Fun: Meek Mansion Estate. Pack a picnic & enjoy games & music.
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HEALDSBURG:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Kids' Parade & Duck Dash: Plaza. With live music, lawn games, Duck Dash Races, face painting, parade & more.
JULY 4: 4th of July Independence Day Fireworks. Town tradition hosted by American Legion.
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HERCULES:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Show: Bayfront. Show begins at dark.
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KENWOOD:
JULY 4: Annual July 4th 3K & 5K Wine Country Races. "Holds distinction as oldest running 10K footrace in California."
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Hike: Sugarloaf Ridge State Park. "Spectacular vantage point to view as many as 18 different fireworks displays!"
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LARKSPUR:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Festival. Fest features marketplace, kids' activities, food & more.
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LIVERMORE:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fest & Fireworks. Planned at Robertson Park for 2023.
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LOS ALTOS:
JULY 4: Glorious July 4th Celebration. All the fun is at Shoup Park.
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LOS ALTOS HILLS:
JULY 4: Annual 4th Of July Parade. Ends with "refreshing beverage & a juicy watermelon treat!"
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LOS GATOS:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Symphony In Park, Carousel & Kids' Fun. Afternoon includes Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad, inflatables, food trucks, beer & wine garden & more!
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MARTINEZ:
JULY 4: July 4th Flag-Raising Ceremony & Downtown Parade. There's a kids' decorated bike parade, too.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Show: Marina. Grand waterfront display hosted by the city
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MENLO PARK:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration & Parade. Deck out your bikes, trikes & wagons & join the parade!
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MILL VALLEY:
JULY 4: Homestead Valley 4th Of July Parade & Picnic. Annual tradition hosted by Homestead Valley Community Association.
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MILLBRAE:
JULY 4: July 4th Beats, Brews & Vines. Free downtown event with live music, dancing & food.
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MILPITAS:
JUNE 30: Independence Day Pool Party & Movie. Festive kick-off to the holiday weekend.
JULY 4: July 4th 'Red, White & BOOM!' Concert & Fireworks. With kids' zone, food trucks, bounce house & Sacred Fire Band.
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MORAGA:
JULY 4: July 4th Dog Parade, Concert, Fest & Fireworks. With House Rockers band in concert!
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MORGAN HILL:
JULY 3: July 3rd Patriotic Sing & Family Music Fest: Freedom Fest. Multiple stages & lots of fun!
JULY 4: Freedom Fest July 4th Run, Car Cruise, Parade & Fireworks. 2023 Theme: 'A Star Spangled Celebration!'
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MOUNTAIN VIEW:
JULY 4: July 4th Picnics & On-The-Water Fireworks Viewing: Shoreline Lake. Reserve fireworks-viewing watercrafts soon, if interested.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks & SF Symphony: Shoreline Amphitheatre. A festive spectacular!
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NAPA:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Celebration. Enjoy annual Rotary parade & Oxbow Commons fest.
JULY 4: Napa Valley Expo July 4th Fireworks. Hosted by BottleRock Presents, Napa Hotels & Inns & Expo.
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NEWARK:
JULY 4: Alameda County Firefighters Annual July 4th Pancake Breakfast. Enjoy car show, too, along with pancakes, sausage, juice & coffee.
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NOVATO:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Buckaroo Breakfast. Festive morning of family fun & community spirit.
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OAKLAND:
JUNE 30: A's vs. White Sox Baseball Game & Fireworks Show: Coliseum. Tickets on sale.
JULY 4: Annual 4th Of July Family Day: Joaquin Miller Park. Free admission, with sports, food & activities.
JULY 4: July 4th USS Potomac Fireworks Cruise. "Visit The Floating White House!"
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ORINDA:
JULY 4: July 4th Pancake Breakfast, Fun Run, Parade & Concert. Full day culminates with concert in the park.
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PACIFICA:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration: Frontierland Park. With live music, games, face painting & more.
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PALO ALTO:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Summer Festival & Chili Cook-Off: Mitchell Park. Includes live music, food trucks & kid activities.
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PENNGROVE:
JULY 2: Social Firemen Independence Day Parade & Celebration. "The Biggest Little Parade in Northern California."
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PETALUMA:
JULY 1: American Pie-Baking Contest. Break out your rolling pins!
JULY 4: July 4th Annual Bell-Ringing Ceremony: Historical Museum. Annual tradition with music, history & ringing of historic Korbel Bell.
JULY 4: 4th Of July 'Stars & Stripes, Dogs & Bikes': Lucchesi Park. With bike parade, dog costume contest, kids' activities & more.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks. "We are thrilled to be bringing back a high-elevation fireworks display."
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PIEDMONT:
JULY 4: Annual July 4th Parade, Picnic & Pancake Breakfast. Big Bang Beat to play at community picnic.
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PINOLE:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks. Not planned for 2023. Click link for details.
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PITTSBURG:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks, Marina. "Come celebrate from the best seats in the house on Marina Blvd."
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PLEASANT HILL:
JULY 4: 5k Firecracker Run. Fundraiser for local schools.
JULY 4: 4th of July Parade. An old-fashioned parade through downtown.
JULY 4: 4th of July Party in the Park. Begins after parade.
JULY 4: 4th of July Fireworks Display. At College Park High School.
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PLEASANTON:
JUNE 30: Fireworks Spectacular & Drone Show: Alameda County Fair. Visible throughout the fairgrounds.
JULY 4: Community Concert Band July 4th Celebration. Free, annual tradition at Lions Wayside Park.
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REDWOOD CITY:
JULY 3-4: Chalk Full of Fun - Chalk Festival. In Courthouse Square.
JULY 4: Firefighter Pancake Breakfast. Proceeds benefit Redwood City Firefighters Association.
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Fest & Fireworks. With fireworks display visible throughout mid-Peninsula.
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RICHMOND:
JULY 3: Pride + Purpose Beer Festival. At Craneway Pavilion.
JULY 3: 3rd Of July Music, Food, Fun & Fireworks. "Evening of live music, delicious food & fun activities for the whole family."
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ROHNERT PARK:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks, Santa Rosa Symphony & Kids' Zone. Families can arrive early to enjoy carnival games, bounce houses & more.
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ROSS:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Celebration. Small-town festivity at its best!
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SAN ANSELMO:
JUNE 30-JULY 1: Independence Weekend 'Live On The Avenue' Concerts. Four performances to kick off your holiday weekend!
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SAN FRANCISCO:
JULY 1: Fourth of July Bar Crawl. DJ & games, too.
JULY 3: SF Giants vs. Seattle Mariners Baseball Game & Fireworks Night. Tickets on sale for Oracle Park game.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Pub Crawl & Hot Dog-Eating Contest. "The perfect pre-party before San Francisco Fourth of July Fireworks."
JULY 4: Golden Gate Park Band July 4th Concert, Bandshell. Event is free!
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks: Fisherman's Wharf. Display launches from two barges on the bay.
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SAN JOSE:
JULY 3: SJ Giants vs. Modesto Nuts Baseball Game & Fireworks. Tickets on sale.
JULY 4: July 4th Rose, White & Blue Parade & Festival: The Alameda. With food trucks, art, car cruise & community.
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks: Discovery Meadow Park. "A night of dazzling entertainment."
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks Festival: Almaden Lake Park. With food court, concerts, costume contest & more.
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SAN MATEO:
JUNE 30-JULY 2: 4th Of July Weekend FoodieLand Night Market. Get your holiday weekend started!
JULY 4: 4th Of July In The Park - Concert & Kids' Fun. Free event at Central Park.
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SAN PABLO:
JULY 4: July 4th Multi-Cultural Fest, Carnival & Drone Show (No Fireworks). Free fun with live music, food trucks, games, & lighted drone show!
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SAN RAFAEL:
JUNE 30-JULY 4: Marin County Fair Nightly Fireworks. Shot each night from three barges in lagoon.
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SAN RAMON:
JULY 4: July 4th Celebration & Eagles Tribute Concert: Central Park. The Boys of Summer & celebration of city’s 40th anniversary.
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SANTA CLARA:
JULY 4: 4th Of July All City Picnic, Concerts & Swim. Kids' zone planned for ages 3-12.
JULY 4: July 4th Celebration, BBQ & Fireworks: California's Great America. Waterpark will be open, too.
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SANTA CRUZ:
JULY 4: July 4th Firecracker 10K, 5K & Kids' 1K Runs. Finale at Harvey West Park with music, post-race burritos & awards.
JULY 4: July 4th Old-Fashioned Independence Day: Wilder Ranch State Park. Day features parade, lawn games, blacksmith demos, live music, hand-cranked ice cream, 'The Star-Spangled Banner' sing-along & more!
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SARATOGA:
JULY 4: July 4th McCartysville Band Patriotic Concert & Park Fest. "Be part of the celebrations by dressing up as a historic character. "
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SAUSALITO:
JULY 2: Independence Day BBQ. At Cavallo Point Lodge.
JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Fest & Fireworks. Full day of events, free & open to public.
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SCOTTS VALLEY:
JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Flyover (No Fireworks.) Event time is earlier this year due to fireworks cancellation.
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SEBASTOPOL:
JULY 3: July 3rd Fireworks & Music Extravaganza. "The best party of the year."
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SONOMA:
JULY 2: Devils Darlin’s Patriotic Car Cruise. Step out to watch, or those with classic cars or trucks can join the fun!
JULY 4: July 4th Hometown Parade, Plaza Fest & Fireworks. This year's parade theme: "'Celebrating Sonoma’s Past, Present and Future."
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ST. HELENA:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Bike Parade, Fest & Fireworks. Community Band concert also on the agenda.
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SUISUN CITY:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration & Fireworks: Waterfront. Fun includes food vendors, rides, petting zoo, pony rides, live music & more.
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UNION CITY:
JULY 1-4: July 1st-4th 'Safe & Sane' Fireworks Booth Sales & Usage. Fireworks purchases can be made July 1-4 from approved vendors.
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VACAVILLE:
JULY 4: July 4th Concert & Fireworks: CreekWalk. Food trucks & fun, followed by band & fireworks.
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VALLEJO:
JULY 1-4: July 1st - 4th Fest & Fireworks: Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. "With screamin’ rides, spectacular fireworks, music & of course ice-cold Coca-Cola."
JULY 4: Annual 4th Of July Parade. A community tradition in its 168th year!
JULY 4: Mad Hatter July 4th Celebration, Dog Parade & Fireworks. All-day fest with kiddie rides, beer garden, live music, maritime dog parade, kit flying & fireworks.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Spirit Ship Celebration: Mare Island. Limited spots available & tickets on sale.
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VALLEY FORD:
JULY 2: Red, White & Blues - BBQ + Live Music. At Rocker Oysterfeller's.
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WALNUT CREEK:
JULY 2: July 2nd Hops & Creek Brewfest: Civic Park. Something to add to your holiday weekend!
JULY 4: Concert Band Free, July 4th Performance: Downtown. Annual tradition courtesy of Walnut Creek Concert Band.
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WATSONVILLE:
JULY 4: 'Spirit Of Watsonville' 4th Of July Parade: Downtown. This year's theme: "Stars, Stripes & Strawberries."
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WINDSOR:
JULY 3: July 3rd Kaboom! Fireworks Show: Keiser Park. Beer, food, live music & a beautiful fireworks show."
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WOODSIDE:
JULY 3-4: July 4th Mounted Patrol Junior Rodeo & BBQ. Family-friendly event, in its 71st year, hosted by The Mounted Patrol of San Mateo County.
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YOUNTVILLE:
JULY 4: July 4th Fest, Music & Food: Veterans Memorial Park. Big Blu Revue Band will perform.
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