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Food, cruise, fireworks: 5 4th of July events to attend in the Bay Area By Diego Collazo | 12:00 PM Jul 2, 2025 CDT Need ways to celebrate the Fourth of July? Typically we’ll list over 100 different Fourth of July events (including 50+ different fireworks shows within a few hours drive) with listings for the major fireworks shows plus tons of smaller hometown festivals, fairs and fireworks shows throughout the Bay Area and a few fun road trips. Here's a list of Fourth of July events happening in the Bay Area. The Friends of the Riverwalk will be celebrating July 4 with a patriotic boat parade along the Hillsborough River and two water ski shows followed by a waterfront fireworks finale at Sparkman Wharf. Here’s a region by region guide to Fourth of July celebrations — fireworks and drone shows, parades, county fairs and more in the Bay Area. Check out KQED's list of some of the official firework displays in the Bay Area for the Fourth of July, plus which fireworks are illegal in California (clue: lots) and the safety risks of setting off your own personal firework display. As we approach the 4th of July, there are many communities and local groups that are putting on celebrations across the Tampa Bay Area that you won't want to miss. From the fireworks at Pier 39 to live concerts and a parade, here are the best 4th of July events in the San Francisco Bay Area Here is a rundown of confirmed July 4, 2025, events in the San Francisco Bay Area: Tampa Bay is going all out for the Fourth of July with spectacular fireworks shows, patriotic boat parades, high-flying water ski performances, and plenty of family-friendly fun. From downtown Tampa to St. Pete and beyond, here’s where to catch the most dazzling fireworks displays and celebrations across the region on Friday, July 4. The Bay Area is gearing up for the Fourth of July, with celebrations lighting up the region all weekend. Celebrate this year’s Fourth of July with a bang at one of the many celebrations planned for around the Bay Area. From firework and drone shows to parades and family-friendly festivals, there The Bay Area is gearing up for the 4th of July with parades, festivals, and fireworks displays, with the Alameda 4th of July Parade being the longest in the nation, and the Marin County Fair featur Just in time for July Fourth, we've rounded up the Bay Area's fireworks shows. Whether you're in San Jose or Sausalito, find the festivities nearest to you. With July 4th just around the corner, Bay Area cities are prepping for festivities, including parades and fireworks shows. Here's what to know, Fireworks shows and activities are scheduled for cities and communities across the Bay Area on Friday, July 4, 2025. The biggest Bay Area 4th of July activities are along the northern waterfront in San Francisco. On July 4, you will find a variety of things to do in Fisherman's Wharf at Pier 39, Ghirardelli Square, and venues all around the district. Trying to figure out what to do for 4th of July weekend? Here is a list of some of the events going on around the Bay Area: SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Looking to view fireworks and drones shows this Fourth of July? Check out our roundup of holiday activities to catch near you. San Francisco The annual Fourth of July F The Fourth of July is almost here, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate in the Bay Area. Head to San Francisco to catch the iconic waterfront fireworks show or enjoy a small-town parade and live music at an outdoor festival in the East Bay.
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