Hello, Summer! It's time for our yearly roundup of Fourth of July events taking place around the San Francisco Bay Area. Below is what we've compiled so far, listed in alphabetical order by city. If you have others you'd like to see on this list, tweet us at @nbcbayarea your suggestions.
Alameda: 4th of July aboard the USS Hornet
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Enjoy BBQ food, drinks and music on the flight deck. The ship's island will be open for free tours.
- uss-hornet.org
Alameda: 4th of July run
- 9 a.m.
- A 5K run through Alameda starting just before the city's 4th of July parade. The run benefits the Midway Shelter for Women and children.
- runsignup.com
Alameda: 4th of July parade
- 10 a.m.
- Attendees should arrive early to cheer on the runners in the Alameda 5K run preceding the parade.
- alamedaca.gov
Albany: 4th of July in the Park
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Hosted at Memorial park, Albany's 4th of July event with have food, bands, and more.
- albanyca.org
American Canyon: 4th of July Celebration
- Parade starts at 3 p.m.
- Festival starts at 4 p.m.
- Check out an afternoon parade along Elliott Drive followed by a festical with music, food, and free activities.
- cityofamericancanyon.org
Antioch: Fourth of July Celebration
- Starts at 6 p.m. and the fireworks show starts at 9:15 p.m.
- The city announced on Wednesday, July 3 that it was canceling its annual parade due to the heat wave.
- But they added the fireworks show and other events at Waldie Plaza and City Hall will continue as planned.
- antiochca.gov.
Clayton: 4th of July Parade
- Parade starts at 10 a.m.
- Ahead of the parade on Main Street, you can also enjoy a pancake breakfast at Endeavor Hall at 7 a.m.
- claytonca.gov
Concord: 4th of July Concord festivities
- 8 a.m. - Stars and Stripes kids fun run at Todos Santos Plaza
- 10 a.m. - Independence Day parade starts at Todos Santos Plaza
- 4 p.m. - Festival gates open at Mt. Diablo High School
- 9 p.m. - Fireworks start at Mt. Diablo High School
- concordjuly4th.com
While the heat wave has forced some cities in the Bay Area to cancel fireworks or parades this Fourth of July, other cities still are expecting thousands to partake in festivities. Bob Redell reports.
Danville: Kiwanis-Danville 4th of July parade
- 9 a.m.
- Along Hartz Avenue and San Ramon Valley Boulevard
- srvkiwanis.org/parade
East Palo Alto: 4th of July Summer Festival and Chili Cook-Off
- 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Located in Mitchell Park, people came come and enjoy food trucks, live music, and -- of course -- the chili cook-off.
- cityofpaloalto.org
El Cerrito: 4th of July Festival
- 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Co-hosted by the city and worldOne, the festival itself is free but tickets can be purchase for inflatables or rides.
- elcerrito.org
Fairfield: Independence Day Parade
- Starts at 10 a.m.
- The theme for this year's parade is "We the People."
- fairfield.ca.gov
Foster City: Fourth of July celebration
- 9 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.
- Games, food, entertainment, a dog and family parade, all culminating in an evening of firework at Leo J. Ryan Park.
- fostercity.org
Fremont: 4th of July Parade
- 10 a.m.
- This year's theme is "Peace, Love and Fremont"
- Parade begins near intersection of Paseo Padre Parkway and Stevenson.
- fremont4th.org
Healdsburg: 4th of July kids parade and duck dash
- 10:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Live music, lawn games, Duck Dash Races, face painting, and a parade around the plaza.
- Event takes place in downtown Healdsburg Plaza
- healdsburg.gov
Healdsburg: Independence Day fireworks (CANCELED)
- Healdsburg announced on Wednesday, July 3 that they decided "not to move forward" with its fireworks show due to the high fire danger.
- Other July Fourth festivities, such as the Kids Parade and Duck Dash on the Plaza and the Prune Packers baseball game, will continue as planned.
- healdsburg.gov
Los Altos: 13th annual 4th of July parade
- 9:30 a.m.
- Parade will start at Town Hall
- losalthoshills.ca.gov
Los Gatos: 4th of July Symphony in the Park
- 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- The San Jose Wind Symphony performs at 1 p.m. Other activities and food are also available.
- losgatosca.gov
Martinez: Downtown Martinez 4th of July Parade
- Starts at 10 a.m.
- Come early to watch the flag raising ceremony at the Veteran's Memorial building before the parade.
- downtownmartinez.org
Moraga: 4th of July celebration
- 11 a.m. dog parade
- Afternoon family activities, community booths, food and drink, and inflatable jumpies
- 9:30 p.m. fireworks at Moraga Commons Park
- moraga.ca.us
Morgan Hill: Freedom Fest
- Events throughout the day and fireworks at 9:45 p.m.
- This year's theme is AMERICA: Red, White and YOU!
- Events include Patriotic Sing, Downtown Family Street Dance, Freedom Run, Parade, Car Cruise n’ Show and a spectacular fireworks and entertainment show.
- morganhillfreedomfest.com
Napa: 4th of July parade
- 10 a.m. parade
- Parade begins at Second and School streets.
- napa4thofjulyparade.com
Petaluma: 4th of July fireworks
- Fireworks at dusk will launch from the Petaluma Fairgrounds (closed to the public)
- Viewing map will be released soon on "hot spots" residents can watch the display
- cityofpetaluma.org
Pleasant Hill: Celebrating the 4th of July
- Events throughout the day; 9:30 a.m. parade, 8:45 p.m. fireworks show
- The viewing party for fireworks returns to College Park and fields open at 6:30 p.m.
- $4 per person suggested donation
- phjuly4.com
San Francisco: 4th of July fireworks
- 9:30 p.m.
- The fireworks display will be launched from two barges on the bay. Head to Fisherman's Wharf for some great viewing.
- fishermanswharf.org
San Jose: Discovery Meadow fireworks
- 9:30 p.m. fireworks
- The annual fireworks show from the San Jose Rotary returns this year to Discovery Meadow.
- sjrotary.org
San Jose: Fireworks show at Lake Cunningham Park
- 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- This is the first-ever 4th of July event in San Jose.
- The event is free and the fireworks start at 9 p.m.
- Organizers are asking the public to bring a blanket and there will be different activities and food trucks.
- sanjoseca.gov.
San Jose: Rose, White and Blue parade
- 9:45 a.m. to noon
- Parade, entertainment, food and more. Historic celebration of diversity, public spirit, and the community's floral/agricultural heritage.
- rwbsj.org
- Watch live stream of the parade here
Santa Clara: Great America 4th of July celebration
- 9:45 p.m. fireworks
- Fireworks display over the Flight Deck rollercoaster. Best viewing spots are on the midway plaza in front of Flight Deck or in the Redwood Amphitheater.
- cagreatamerica.com
