Fisherman's Wharf
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 1:30pm, SF
Back by popular demand, Tainted Love and Double Funk Crunch will celebrate Independence Day at PIER 39 with performances on the Entrance Plaza stage at 1:30 PM and 6:00 PM, respectively. And, at approximately 9:30 PM, an elaborate fireworks display will be launched over the San Francisco Bay. For more information, visit www.pier39.com/events/.
July 4th Fireworks Dinner Cruise on San Francisco Bay
Friday, July 4, 2008 7pm, SF
Celebrate July 4th by cruising San Francisco Bay aboard a Commodore Events yacht! The event includes a four hour cruise and a gourmet dinner buffet. And, of course, you’ll be treated to a spectacular view of the San Francisco fireworks show. For more information, visit www.commodoreevents.com/fourthofjulycruise.
Red and White Fleet 4th of July Fireworks Cruises
Friday, July 4th, 2008 7:45pm & 8:15pm
Cruise along the S.F. Waterfront and see San Francisco's amazing fireworks display from the middle of the Bay, aboard the Red and White Ferries. Four ferries will depart from Pier 43 for a tour of the San Francisco Bay and provide a beautiful view of the SF fireworks display. But hurry because tickets for this event will not be sold after 11am on the day of the event. For more information, call (415) 673-2900 or visit www.redandwhite.com/.
Hornblower Yacht 4th July Fireworks Cruises
Friday, July 4th, 2008, SF
Watch the Fireworks Show from the middle of San Francisco Bay aboard a Hornblower Yacht. The Hornblower yachts will be offering four cruises including one lunch cruise and three during the evening’s fireworks showcase.
For more information, call 1-888-HORNBLOWER.
Peninsula:
Foster City Fourth of July Blast
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 10am-9:30pm, Foster City
Don't miss the fun, day-long festivities, including live entertainment, food, crafts, parade, dog show and more! The day’s events will begin at 10am with music entertainment running all day. The Family Parade at Foster City Recreation Center begins at 11:05am at the recreation center on Shell Blvd entrance and goes across Ryan Park. Prizes will be given for the most creative and most patriotic, wagons, bikes, and costumes. For more information, call (650) 286-3380.
Redwood City Parade, Festival & Fireworks
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 10am-9:30pm
Redwood City celebrates the birth of our nation with the largest Independence Day Parade in North America. Parade starts at 10am and circles downtown, along Broadway, Middlefield and Main Streets. See Marching Bands, Floats and the newly-crowned Miss California. Then, enjoy arts & crafts booths, food and beverages, live entertainment and a kid’s area at the Independence Day Downtown Festival. Watch as the UC Davis and Stanford marching bands compete in the Battle of the Bands. And last, but certainly not least, Redwood City invites you to watch a fireworks display visible anywhere from downtown to west of Highway 101. Bring a jacket because it can get very chilly. For more information, call (650) 365-1825.
Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 5pm, Mountain View
The night starts out with the Pre-Concert Family Festival from 5-8pm, featuring Keke Palmer, star of Disney Channel's "Jump In!" Then at 8pm, enjoy a performance by the San Francisco Symphony, accompanied by film clips on three big screens. The highlight of the evening features a 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, accompanied by a medley of Patriotic music performed by the San Francisco Symphony. For more information, call 650-967-3000 or visit www.shorelineamp.com.
South Bay:
California's Great America Independence Weekend Celebration & Fireworks
Wednesday and Thursday, July 2nd and 3rd,
Enjoy two days of FUN and a two-night Fireworks Extravaganza. Marvel at one of the largest fireworks displays in the Bay Area, choreographed to popular and patriotic music. Fireworks on both nights begin at 9:30pm. And on Thursday, Come and enjoy an All-You-Can-Eat BBQ with BBQ chicken, hot dogs, Caesar salad, potato salad and more. Tickets are available for purchase at the park on the day of event. For more information, visit http://www.cagreatamerica.com/.
North Bay:
Sausalito Fourth of July Parade, Picnic & Fireworks
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 10am-9pm, Sausalito
The day’s festivities begin at 10am with the Sausalito Fourth of July Parade followed by the picnic and family fun including live entertainment, food, raffles, tug 'o war and egg toss competitions. Enjoy floats, bands, clowns, acrobats, flowers, balloons and fun for the entire family from 12-5pm. Then come back for the Fireworks Extravaganza at approximately 9pm. For more information call, (415) 289-4100 or visit www.ci.sausalito.ca.us/.
Marin County Fair & Fireworks Show
Monday – Friday, June 30th – July 4th, 2008, San Rafael
Come to the Civic Center Fairgrounds in San Rafael for the Marin County Fair. The Fair runs June 30 - July 4 and features a Fireworks Show over the lagoon nightly at 9:30pm. Fun events, special exhibits, carnival rides, attractions, farm animals and petting zoo. And don’t miss the live entertainment on July 4th at 2pm, 4pm and 8pm — free concerts with gate admission. For more information, call (415) 499-6800 or visit www.marinfair.org/.
Corte Madera-Larkspur Fourth of July Festival & Parade
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 9am-5pm, Corte Madera
Corte Madera and Larkspur welcome you to the Hometown Parade for Marin's Twin Cities. Enjoy the fun and festivities at Corte Madera Town Park from 9am-5pm. Grab a seat early for the Parade on Tamalpais Drive starting at 10:30am. For more information, call (415) 924-0441.
Novato's 15th Annual Fourth of July Parade
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 10am, Novato
The city of Novato celebrates the Fourth of July with a parade on the newly renovated Grant Avenue, beginning at Reichert Avenue and ending at 7th Street. Parade begins at 10am so get there early. For more information, call (415) 899-8900.
Napa's 4th of July Celebration
Friday, July 4th, 2008, Noon – 10pm, Napa
Come on up to Napa for live entertainment, a parade, food and wine. And don’t miss the spectacular evening fireworks display. It all comes together at Veterans Memorial Park on Third and Main Streets in Downtown Napa. Admission is free to all. For more information, call (707)944-0904 or visit www.napavalley.com/.
East Bay:
July 4th Independence Day Dessert Cruise aboard the USS Potomac
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 7:30pm - 10pm, Oakland
See the 4th of July Fireworks on San Francisco Bay aboard the USS Potomac. Sumptuous desserts, champagne, tea and coffee will be served throughout the cruise departing from Oakland's Jack London Square. The cruise sells out fast, so call early to make reservations. For more information, call (510) 627-1215 or visit www.usspotomac.org/special_events.cfm.
Celebrate July 4th Independence Day on the USS Hornet
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 10am – 7pm, Alameda
Come to Pier 3 in Alameda Point for music, food and crafts aboard the USS Hornet Museum. Family event includes live music and interactive games on the flight deck, food, beer and wine, fun children's activities and more!
Explore all three decks of the Ship from 10am-7pm and stay for the fireworks, accompanied by Patriotic music, beginning around 9:15pm. Enjoy great views of Bay Area Fireworks from the Flight Deck. Be sure to bring a warm jacket as it can get quite chilly, especially if the fog rolls in. For more information, call (510) 521-8448 or visit www.uss-hornet.org/.
Berkeley Marina Fourth of July Fireworks
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 9:30pm, Berkeley
Held every year at the Berkeley Marina, the fireworks display starts at 9:30pm and lasts approximately thirty minutes. The fireworks are launched from the Berkeley Pier at the foot of University Avenue, but will be visible from all over the Marina and elsewhere. Automobile access is limited, so check their web site in advance for details. Formore information, call (510) 981-6737 or visit www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/marina/.
Danville's 4th of July Parade
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 10am, Danville
The city of Danville holds their annual Fourth of July parade. This year's Parade theme is "A Salute to Our Veterans, Thank You For Your Service to Our Country". The Parade starts at 10am and runs from the corner of Hartz Avenue and Railroad Avenue, continues down Hartz and San Ramon Valley Road and ends at the corner of San Ramon Valley Road and Sycamore Valley Road. This popular Parade typically attracts between 30,000 and 40,000 people. Come and join in the fun! For more information, call (925) 425-1013 or visit www.kiwanis-srv.org/parade.asp.
City of Benicia's Fourth of July Celebration
Thursday and Friday, July 3rd-4th, 2008, Benicia
The festivities begin with the Third of July Evening Parade. Then, on Friday, enjoy the Picnic in the Park & Waterfront Promenade. The Picnic in the Park features Music and Dance performances, arts & crafts, food and beverages, and fun kids activities at Benicia City Park from 12 noon-7pm. And stick around for the Fireworks Display at 9pm at the foot of First Street. Enjoy the view from the First Street Green at the Waterfront Promenade. Admission is free to all. For more information, call (707) 745-9791 or visit www.ci.benicia.ca.us/.
Concord Fourth of July Parade & Festival
Friday, July 4th, 2008, 8am-9pm, Concord
Come to the old-fashioned festival with a pancake breakfast, arts & crafts, live entertainment and more The day’s events begin at 8am. The Concord Fourth of July Parade will begin at 12 noon followed later in the evening by the Fireworks at Dave Brubeck Park at approximately 9pm. For more information, call (925) 671-3464 or visit www.ci.concord.ca.us/recreation/events/downtownevents.htm.
Vallejo Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Friday, July 4th, 2008, Vallejo
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is the only major Northern California theme park to offer fireworks on Independence Day. For best fireworks viewing, head to Chabot Stadium, alongside the park's beautiful Lake Chabot. The Fireworks event is free with paid park admission. Park is open 10am-10pm. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com/discoveryKingdom/.
