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The parade begins on the Balboa Island Bridge and continues down Marine Avenue. The After-Party concert featuring “M Street Band” starts immediately following the parade in front of the Fire In addition to the Balboa Fun Zone with its amusement rides, arcades, and buzzing boardwalk offerings, visitors can also enjoy Crystal Cove State Park for a plethora of outdoor activities, Catalina Island for its stunning scenery, the charming surroundings on Balboa Island, whale watching, or hanging out at the Newport Beach Pier or Balboa Pier. The parade begins at 9 a.m. at the cross-section between W. Balboa Boulevard and 36th Street—pups are welcome too! The festival portion is set to take place at Channel Place Park from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and will feature carnival games, arts and crafts, lawn games, music, and food for sale. The City is once again hosting the annual Newport Peninsula Bike Parade and Community Festival on July 4. The parade will begin at 9 a.m. at Balboa Boulevard and 36th Street and will head down Balboa to Channel Place Park for a free festival that includes carnival games, arts and crafts, music and food for purchase. If you're spending the Fourth of July on Balboa Island or in Newport Beach, you can choose from many fun and family-friendly activities for your celebration! The City of Newport Beach is hosting the annual Newport Peninsula Bike Parade and Community Festival from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on July 4th. Each year the Island is home to a vibrant scene on Independence Day. As I mentioned in my Balboa Island Parade blog, the residents here really know how to show their pride for country, particularly on July 4th. And there are A LOT OF PEOPLE. I mean A LOT. It is quite the atmosphere. From spirited parades to festive firework displays, Newport Beach has become an idyllic destination for locals and visitors alike to celebrate the 4th of July. So grab your beach towel, don your red, white, and blue, and immerse yourself in the dazzling festivities that make Newport Beach the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable 4th of July celebration. Fireworks Newport Beach’s Fireworks For a classic Fourth of July celebration, dive into the patriotic spirit at the American Legion Yacht Club’s The Old Glory Boat Parade! During this cherished annual tradition, boat owners adorn their vessels in vibrant red, white and blue for a festive cruise around Newport Harbor. Holidays FOX 11 Celebrating 4th of July in Southern California Kim Orlando, founder and CEO of Shebuystravel.com., shares some local celebrations and fun events to celebrate Independence Day. Celebrate the county’s new Fourth of July tradition at the Great Park from 4 to 10 p.m. Family-friendly activities will include craft stations, lawn games, balloon rides and carousel rides, The City is once again hosting the annual Newport Peninsula Bike Parade and Community Festival on July 4. The parade will begin at 9 a.m. at Balboa Boulevard and 36th Street and will head down Balboa to Channel Place Park for a free festival that includes carnival games, arts and crafts, music and food for purchase. Balboa Island: Stroll along the island boardwalk and enjoy the patriotic decorations of the houses while capturing spectacular views of the fireworks. The Topside bar at Lido House Hotel offers the only rooftop experience in Newport Beach. July 4, 2025, 1-3:30 p.m. Held in the Newport Harbor. Newport Harbor route. With more than 100 red, white, and blue-bedecked vessels participating. There is no cost to view the Old Glory Boat Parade, which can be scene from public beaches, docks and boardwalks throughout the scenic harbor area. Explore 4th of July Weekend 2025 events & things to do in Newport Beach. Spend the Independence day with family with Fourth of July Parade in Newport Beach. Here is list of 4th July events and parties you can attend near Newport Beach. Orange County Boy Scouts carrying a large American flag make the turn from Pacific Coast Highway on to Main Street in Huntington Beach during the 119th Independence Day Parade on Tuesday, July 4 3. San Diego County Fair 4th of July Celebration (July 4 at 9pm) - Head to Del Mar Fairgrounds for one of the last days of the 2025 San Diego County Fair and enjoy one of our area's top fireworks shows. What better place is there to spend Independence Day than at the San Diego County Fair? Check out the ultimate list of more than 50 events, concerts, parties, festivals and more taking place around San Diego County in July 2025. San Diego’s 2025 Independence Day events include the Big Bay Boom plus many other fireworks displays and festivals, large & small. What are San Diego’s most exciting 4th of July events in 2025? Two are La Jolla’s drone show and Old Town’s celebration. 15+ more are below! Where can I watch 4th of July fireworks in San Diego in 2025? UPDATED: July 2, 2025 at 4:57 PM PDT Celebrate this year’s Fourth of July with a bang at one of the many celebrations planned for around the Bay Area. Celebrate July 4th 2025 in Los Angeles with fireworks, parades, concerts, and family fun across all major cities. Check event links for updates.
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