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Tacoma’s 4th of July celebration is back on the waterfront! The celebration takes place at Dune Peninsula and Cummings Park on Ruston Way with over 150 vendors, 2 stages and a 20-minute firework display. July is nearly here, and in Tacoma and throughout Pierce County, that means it’s time to plan for 4 th of July fun and fireworks. From hometown celebrations to big summer blasts, there is so much to do for Independence Day locally. Tacoma's annual Independence Day celebration returns to the South Sound. Summer Blast is the largest free Fourth of July event in the area, according to Parks Tacoma's news release on June 26. Tacoma and Pierce County Events Calendar Tacoma and Gig Harbor, Fife, Lakewood, Puyallup, Sumner, DuPont, Mount Rainier, and the communities throughout Pierce County offer an exhilarating mix of events that cater to every interest and season. One of the South Sound’s biggest Independence Day celebrations is returning to the Ruston Way waterfront — the 4th of July Tacoma Summer Blast. It will be a full day of live music, food, entertainment, craft vendors and, of course, spectacular fireworks over Puget Sound. Tacoma's 4th of July Summer Blast is the City of Tacoma's official 4th of July Celebration. This annual event takes place on the iconic Ruston Way Waterfront and welcomes tens of thousands of visitors. As the saying goes, summer in Seattle starts July 5. This year is looking different, with a dry and sunny week leading up to Independence Day. Rain or shine, this month is packed with red, white and blue fun, sandcastle contests, lots of community events, music festivals and multicultural celebrations. The Fourth of July is a big deal in Tacoma and the communities around Pierce County. There are fireworks displays, celebrations, parades, festivities, concerts, markets, and community get-togethers in Tacoma, Puyallup, DuPont, and Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Does your ideal Fourth of July involve fireworks? Grilled hot dogs? A brisk morning run? No matter what you prefer, we’ve compiled the ultimate list of Fourth of July events in Tacoma and the communities around Pierce County. From Puyallup to DuPont, Joint Base Lewis-McChord to Tacoma, here’s where to spot the rockets’ red glare. Discover Pierce County’s 4th of July events including Tacoma’s Summer Blast, Puyallup’s Red White and Kaboom and Steilacoom’s parade and fireworks. Celebrate safely with fireworks shows in Seattle, Bellevue, Kenmore, Tacoma and more. The Emerald Queen Casino fireworks show takes place as part of Tacoma’s 4th of July Summer Blast over Commencement Bay on the Ruston Way Waterfront in Tacoma on July 4, 2022. Cheyenne Boone The free family-friendly day of live music, food, entertainment, and craft vendors begins at noon and ends with a grand finale fireworks display over beautiful Commencement Bay around 10 p.m. This is the largest free community event in the South Sound. Event Information (253) 305-1000 Tacoma’s 4th of July Summer Blast Tacoma’s 4th of July celebration is back! Head to the Ruston Way Waterfront where you’ll enjoy a full day of live music, food, entertainment, and craft vendors. The fun begins at noon and ends with spectacular fireworks over Puget Sound. Tacoma Summer Blast Tacoma’s Fourth of July Summer Blast will take place from noon to 10:30 p.m. on July 4 along Ruston Way and Dune Peninsula with more than 150 vendors selling food, local wares, and more. Thursday, Jun 26, 2025 Start summer off strong with the largest free Fourth of July celebration in the South Sound, Tacoma Summer Blast. Hosted by Parks Tacoma in partnership with the City of Tacoma, Summer Blast is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday with all-ages fun and fireworks. Tacoma’s 4th of July celebration is back! Head to the Ruston Way Waterfront where you’ll enjoy a full day of live music, food, entertainment, and craft vendors. The fun begins at noon and ends with spectacular fireworks over Puget Sound. Tacoma’s 4th of July celebration is back! Head to the Ruston Way Waterfront where you’ll enjoy a full day of live music, food, entertainment, and craft vendors. Learn More Tacoma Fourth of July Summer Blast Dune Peninsula and Cummings Park on Ruston Way 12:00-10:30 p.m. The free family-friendly day of live music, food, entertainment, and craft vendors begins at noon and ends with a grand finale fireworks display over the beautiful Salish Sea around 10 p.m. Learn More Find events and things to do in July 2025 in Tacoma. Discover parties, concerts, meets, shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance happening in July 2025 in Tacoma.
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