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Get out early to watch from Shelter Island, Harbor Island, North/South Embarcadero and Coronado Landing. Seaport Village, Liberty Station, Port parks, Little Italy and downtown hotels and high rises or from a boat are also great spots to view the air show. Whether your annual tradition is to host a beachside picnic, fire up a grill at a local park or attend a patriotic viewing party, here are some areas across San Diego County where Here are our favorite places in the city and around to sit back and enjoy the wonderful 4th of July fireworks: 1. San Diego Bay. The Big Bay Boom fireworks show is California’s largest firework show. The show is displayed from Four barges on San Diego Bay. SeaWorld San Diego 4th of July (9:30 PM) - Theme-park fireworks over Mission Bay as part of their extended holiday celebration. Coronado Coronado 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks (9:00 PM) - Day-long festivities in town followed by a fireworks display over Glorietta Bay—best seen from the shoreline near the golf course or ferry landing. San Diego fireworks shows light up the county every Fourth of July. Find the best 16 spots to watch them this year. Independence Day is around the corner and across San Diego County, the skies will glow with patriotic, public displays of fireworks. Here’s our list — and a map — of where to see those spectacular sparks come Mon., July 4. 🎆 The Big Bay Boom | 9 p.m. | San Diego Bay (viewing locations vary) | Free | The iconic fireworks show across four barges over San Diego Bay is a summertime staple Discover the best Fourth of July events, parades, viewing spots, and fireworks displays in San Diego County. At night, guests will have the best view to the Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show, presented by the Port of San Diego. Many people anticipate Independence Day and look forward to heading to the beach to watch San Diego fireworks. Here is Times of San Diego's annual guide to the fireworks, with your best options on Independence Day, July 4, 2025. Good to know: Mission Bay is offering viewing locations around the waterfront for SeaWorld San Diego's fireworks show. The fireworks will be set to a soundtrack in partnership with 101.5 Best Places to See 4th of July Fireworks in San Diego If you are after fireworks on Independence Day, you won’t be disappointed. You can look forward to some of the most amazing 4th of July fireworks in San Diego you have ever seen. Most of our fireworks take place over water, so you get to see a double effect of sparkles. Here's where to spend your Fourth of July in San Diego County — from fireworks and food to parades and outdoor activities. The Fourth of July is known for its fireworks tradition to celebrate the birth of the United States as an independent nation. With its blend of beaches, bays, parks, and scenic outlooks, San Diego offers an endless array of places to watch fireworks—each with its own unique vibe and setting. From peaceful retreats to energetic hotspots, here’s a guide to the types of locations that make for the best July 4th viewing experiences in and around the city. Get ready to stretch out on an inviting expanse of sand and watch some extraordinary pyrotechnics against a balmy night sky. Here’s our list of favorite beachside viewpoints, spectacular fireworks shows and other places to go "Fourth" and enjoy the festivities around San Diego. Discover the best places in San Diego to watch Fourth of July fireworks, from beaches to bayside parks, ensuring a spectacular and memorable celebration. Celebrate the 4th of July in San Diego at these 19 events including a Julian parade, the Big Bay Boom, & fireworks at the IB Pier. With four locations there are plenty of options for where you can see the fireworks. Plan to get there early. Bring your lawn chairs and friends down to the San Diego Big Bay to watch the show. Click here for more transportation and parking information. Shelter Island (Free Shuttle Information) Harbor Island North Embarcadero Coronado Ferry The public is invited to celebrate Independence Day on San Diego Bay with the Port of San Diego’s Big Bay Boom. The spectacular fireworks display during which fireworks are launched simultaneously from four barges on the bay takes place at 9 p.m. on Friday, July 4, 2025. Sometimes the best place to celebrate is right in the heart of the community. San Diego is full of parks and open spaces that transform into festive gathering spots on July 4th. These locations often have plenty of room to spread out, throw a frisbee, or just relax with a cold drink while you wait for the fireworks to start.
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