Whether you're traveling with friends or family, San Diego is everyone's first choice for 4th of July celebrations. Even locals can't think of anything better than relaxing with loved ones on a long stretch of sand and watching an extraordinary show of lights in the sky. Below is a list of our favorite stretches of sand, spectacular fireworks shows around and places to watch the fireworks in San Diego.
Please note, firework displays and events are subject to change and cancellation.
Location: Multiple Locations along San Diego BayTime: 9:00 PMFireworks: YesTake in the largest display in the county. With fireworks launched from four barges strategically placed around North San Diego Bay, they can be seen from Shelter Island, Harbor Island, the Embarcadero area and Seaport Village/Coronado Landing, and the score is simulcast live on THE MIGHTY 1090 AM and MAX FM 105.7. Just find a place along the bay and you will not be disappointed.
Location: SeaWorld San Diego - 500 SeaWorld Dr, San Diego, CA 92109Time: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PMFireworks: YesSeaWorld will celebrate Independence Day with a 15-minute display of fireworks set to a musical soundtrack, starting at 9:40 PM on July 4.
Location: Ocean Beach Pier at the end of Newport AveTime: 9:00 PMFireworks: YesSpend the day picnicking, swimming in the ocean, walking and playing in the sand and shopping along Newport Ave. Then bundle up as the sun sets and pull up a blanket for a really spectacular fireworks show launched from the OB Pier.
Location: Old Town State Historic ParkTime: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PMFireworks: NoParade, crafts and activities of early San Diego recreate an old-fashioned Independence Day celebrated on the frontier. You can also compete in contests, such as cherry pit spitting or the egg toss, for handmade ribbons.
Location: Various Locations on CoronadoTime: 7:00 AM to 9:00 PMFireworks: YesCelebrate the 4th of July in the Crown City including a parade down Orange Avenue at 10:00 AM, a concert in Spreckels Park at 4:00 PM and fireworks over Glorietta Bay at 9:00 PM.
Location: Coronado Tidelands ParkTime: 7:00 to 10:00 AMFireworks: NoKickoff your Independence Day celebration with the 45th annual run through the historic town of Coronado. The Crown City Classic features a 12K and 5K distance. Why a 12K distance? Because nothing is more patriotic than running 7.4 miles on 7/4 in one of America’s most patriotic cities!
Location: Del Mar Fairgrounds - 2260 Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar, CA 92014Time: Starts at 10:00 AM, Fireworks at 9:00 PMFireworks: YesIndependence Day is one of the best days to come to the San Diego County Fair because they pull out all the stops with food, fireworks at 9:00 PM, entertainment and more.
Location: LEGOLAND California - One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008Time: 1:00 to 9:00 PM, Fireworks at 8:30 PMFireworks: YesTake the whole family and spend the day enjoying over 60 rides, shows and attractions along with some all-American picnic games like burlap races and water-balloon tosses and then top it off with an awe-inspiring fireworks display set to patriotic music.
Location: 16948 Avenida de Acacias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091Time: 1:00 to 3:00 PMFireworks: NoPack a few blankets and chairs for Rancho Santa Fe's Annual 4th of July Parade & Picnic with live music, food, fun and more.
Location: North on South Coast Hwy 101 from Wisconsin Ave to Pier View Way (just before City Hall)Date: June 29, 2019Time: 10:00 AMFireworks: NoCome see floats, bands, walking groups, cool cars and much more.
Location: El Corazon Site at Rancho Del Oro DriveDate: July TBDTime: 6:00 to 10:00 PMFireworks: YesStart off your Independence Day celebration a day early by bringing a beach chair and the whole family to enjoy the Oceanside Fireworks Show.
Location: California Center for the Arts, Escondido - 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA 92025Time: Starts at 4:00 PM, Fireworks at 9:00 PMFireworks: YesJoin 20,000 patriotic festival-goers for the 55th Annual Independence Day Festival & Fireworks with music, fabulous food vendors, and a wealth of children's activities and games for everyone to enjoy.
Location: Mira Mesa Community Park, Mira Mesa Boulevard and New Salem Street, Mira MesaTime: Starts at 7:00 AM, Fireworks at 9:00 PMFireworks: YesCome early for the pancake breakfast, parade and family friendly activities and stay late for the fireworks.
Location: Poway High School Stadium - 15500 Espola Road, Poway, CA 92064Time: 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Fireworks at 9:00 PMFireworks: YesFollowing the Old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration at Old Poway Park (10:00 AM to 4:00 PM), head to Poway High School (gates open at 6:00 PM) for music, more food, glow sticks and fireworks.
Location: Webb Park - Avena Pl And Bernardo Center Dr, Rancho Bernardo, CA 92128Time: 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM, Fireworks at 9:00 PMFireworks: YesIt's a whole day of fun at Webb Park in Rancho Bernardo with a Community Fair featuring food, music, Patriotic Pet Contest, classic cars, games and a parade (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM). End the evening with fireworks at Bernardo Heights Middle School.
Location: Bradley Park - 465 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078Time: 6:00 to 9:00 PMFireworks: YesCarnival games, jumpers, food and fireworks!
Location: Red Cedar Dr & Aviary Dr, San Diego, CA 92131Time: 6:00 to 10:00 AMFireworks: NoJoin the Scripps Ranch Old Pros on the 4th of July for the annual 10K Race & Fun Run and bike rides that all end at the Scripps Ranch Fourth of July Parade!
