Independence Day is a wonderful time to enjoy a long summer weekend, fireworks, family time, and appreciation to those that defend our freedom. On July 4, 1776, the U.S. thirteen colonies claimed their independence from England. Be sure to celebrate this 4th of July with some red, white, and blue at local events near our stations.
Bay Area
Oakland A’s Postgame Fireworks Celebration
Friday, July 2, 2021 | 6:40 PM
7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA
After the A’s vs. Red Sox Game, celebrate with a fireworks show and enjoy popular areas at the Coliseum, like Championship Plaza, The Treehouse, the A's Stomping Ground, and the Shibe Park Tavern Bar.
Fourth of July Celebration at Great America
Sunday, July 4, 2021 | 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
4701 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA
Great America is California’s only combination theme park and waterpark, offering more than 100 acres of world-class entertainment for guests of all ages. On July 4, after a full day of fun, head toward the Flight Deck roller coaster plaza at 8:45 p.m. for an Independence Day event that will knock your sparklers off.
Sacramento
Sacramento Seafood and Soul Food Festival
Saturday, July 3, 2021 | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Miller Regional Park, 2701 Marina View Drive
One of Sacramento’s pre-4th of July can't miss events! Enjoy a day of live music by Howard Hewett, Paris Escovedo, Michel’le, and live jazz music. Eat tasty seafood with a view of the Sacramento River. Tickets are available for $20
Sacramento 4th of July Fireworks
Sunday, July 4, 2021 | 9:30 PM
Sutter Health Park, 400 Ballpark Dr, West Sacramento
Sacramento’s 4th of July fireworks are back! The firework show will take place at 9:30 PM and can be viewed from Old Sacramento, along the river, and near downtown.
Elk Grove Firework Show
Sunday, July 4, 2021 | 9:30 PM
Virtual
Residents within Elk Grove and Sacramento can tune into 93.7 FM The River to hear the firework soundtrack and watch the live broadcast of the firework on ABC10.
Lodi
4th of July at the Lake
Sunday, July 4, 2021 | 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Lodi Lake
Join the fun at Lodi Lake this 4th of July. The event starts at 10 AM with activity and vendors throughout the park. The beach and boathouse will be open to the public. The Lodi Lake firework show will start after dark. Admission to the lake is free!
Modesto
Modesto’s 148th Annual 4th of July Celebration
Sunday, July 3, 2021 | 9:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Downtown Modesto Parade
Since 1874, the city of Modesto has celebrated the 4th of July with a parade through downtown. This year's parade is being organized by the Modesto Kiwanis Club.
Stockton
4th of July Parade
Sunday, July 3, 2021 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Civic Auditorium
Join Downtown Stockton for the 2021 4th of July parade. The parade is hosted by the United Veterans Council of San Joaquin County. The parade will start at E Miner Ave and N El Dorado Street.
Fresno
Independence Day at Bass Lake
Sunday, July 4, 2021
Pines Resort
Join the fun at Bass Lake with a Boat parade at 7 p.m. and a firework show at 9 p.m. The firework show will be within the area of the Forks Resort and the Pines Resort.
Chukchansi Park
Friday July 2- Sunday July 4, 2021
Chukchansi Park
Join the Fresno Grizzlies for Fresno’s re-opening weekend with food trucks and fireworks, etc. On Sunday head to Chukchansi Park for the annual firework shows hosted by Chukchansi Gold Resort and Casino & ABC 30.
Clovis Veterans Memorial
Sunday July 4, 2021
Facebook/ YouTube
Join the Clovis Veterans Memorial District on Facebook Live and YouTube to watch a live event as we celebrate Independence Day.
Bakersfield
Music Show with August Young
Friday, July 2, 2021 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
3900 Coffee Road, Suite 2
Start your 4th of July weekend fun with a live music show. Listen to August Young from The Aviators Band at Wine Me Up, 3900 Coffee Road. Reservations are recommended.
4th of July Firework Show
Sunday, July 4, 2021 | 9:15 PM
Park at River Walk, 11298 stockdale Hwy
The city of Bakersfield is bringing back the 4th of July firework show to celebrate Independence Day. Attendees can tune to 97.3 FM for music accompanying the show.
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