Independence day, also known as the Fourth of July or July 4th, is the annual celebration of nationhood. It commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. For fun facts about Independence day such as who wanted to celebrate Independence day on July 2 and when the Liberty Bell was actually rung, go to www.history.com.
Shows and Events
How will you be celebrating the Fourth of July this year? Not sure yet?
Check out the list below and plan out your holiday. Many locations have limited capacity and reservation or ticket purchase required.
So, act fast before events sell out.
Fontana's 4th of July Fun - Fontana
- Celebrate Independence Day in Fontana! Fireworks, Live Performance by: Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band, vendors and more.
- Saturday, July 1st from 6pm - 9pm
- Summit High School
- FREE
4th of July Celebration - Rialto
- Games, vendors, live band, Fireworks, and more!
- Tuesday July 4th from 5:30pm - 9:30pm
- Jerry Eaves Park
- $25 pre-sale ($30 day of while supplies last)
136th Colton Birthday Celebration - Colton
- Live music, vendors, Fireworks, and more.
- Saturday July 8th
- Colton HS Stadium
- Free
Picnic in the Park - Eastvale
- Fun zones, carnival rides, bounce houses, live music and more. (Fireworks show will be on Saturday, June 24th @9pm)
- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - June 23rd, 24th, and 25th
- Eastvale Community Park
- Ticket purchase required (no refunds)
Fourth of July Spectacular - Riverside
- Food vendors, entertainment, and Fireworks (show begins @ 9pm)
- Tuesday, July 4th
- at Mt. Rubidoux and Mt. Rubidoux Dr. at 9th St.
- Free
Front Row Fireworks - Riverside
- Food vendors, entertainment, live band, bounce houses, Fireworks, and more
- Tuesday, July 4th, 5pm - 9:30pm
- The Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery
- $10 adults, $5 children
Fireworks Spectacular and Concert - Rancho Cucamonga
- There will be live entertainment by Soto before the Fireworks spectacular begins.
- Tuesday July 4th, 6pm - 9:30pm
- Quakes Stadium (cashless facility)
- $15 per ticket/$125 table of 4
Light Up the Night - Upland
- Live entertainment, kids zone, food vendors, and more.
- Tuesday July 4th - gates open at 4pm
- Cable Airport
- Pre-sale $10 per person ages 3 and up ($15 day of event while supplies last)
4th of July - Redlands
- Live music, games, food, booths, a parade and more!
- Tuesday July 4th @ 9am
- Sylvan Park
- Free
- Flag Ceremony, 4th of July Band, Skydivers, Airplane Flyovers, Laser Show, Fireworks and more.
- Tuesday July 4th - gates open at 5:15pm
- Moore Middle School
- Pre-sale $12 ($15 at the door while supplies last)
4th of July, Independence Day Celebration - Corona
9am Main Street USA Independence Day Parade
- 5pm Entertainment, Food Vendors, Fireworks
- Tuesday July 4th
- Santana Park
- Free
- *paid parking available at Santana Park or free parking in surrounding areas. (No shuttle service will be available)
Independence Day Celebration - Corona
- The Neil Diamond Tribute Concert by: Super Diamond and Fireworks
- Sunday July 2nd
- Shops at Dos Lagos
- $19 and up
Fourth of July Celebration - Moreno Valley
- Parade, fun zone, live music, fireworks, and more.
- Parade begins at 9:30am at Frederick St. and Alessandro Blvd
- Family Funfest begins at 2pm
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular - Victorville
- Food vendors and Fireworks
- Tuesday July 4th, gates open at 4pm
- San Bernardino County Fairgrounds
FREEDOM FESTIVAL 2023- Apple Valley
Firework Show - Live Entertainment - Activities - Vendors - Beer Garden
- Monday July 4th from 2pm - 9 p.m. (Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.)
- Lenny Brewster Sports Center
- Entrance and Parking are FREE
Independence Day Fireworks - Lake Gregory
- Fireworks
- Saturday July 1st, 8pm
- Lake Gregory, Crestline
- Free
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular Over Lake Arrowhead - Lake Arrowhead
- Fireworks
- Sunday July 2nd, 9pm
- Lake Arrowhead
- Free
Knotts Berry Farm 4th of July Fireworks - Buena Park
- 4th of July activities for everyone to enjoy.
- Tuesday July 4th, all day during park hours
- Regular admission required.
Salute to America Celebration - Cypress College
- This patriotic celebration will feature live music, food trucks, entertainment and a spectacular fireworks display.
- Friday June 30th @ 5:30pm
- Cypress College
Fourth of July Laser Light Show - Los Angeles
- LA County Parks will paint the sky in a beautiful laser light extravaganza.
- Sunday June 30th and July 1st, around 8:30pm
- Various parks in LA
- Free
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with The Beach Boys - Los Angeles (Hollywood Bowl)
- A concert and fireworks. Live entertainment by the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
- Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday July 2nd, 3rd, and 4th
- Hollywod Bowl
- Tickets start at $44
Fireworks Spectacular - Lake Elsinore
- Party in the Park (Summerly Park) 9am - 11am
- Fireworks over Lake Elsinore @ 9pm
- Tuesday July 4th
- Free
- View by boat options available for a fee (bring your own boat)
July 4th at the Marina - Marina del Rey
- Fireworks - view from the shore or book a cruise
- Tuesday July 4th @ 9pm (plan to go early to get parking and avoid traffic)
- Free (unless you book a cruise)
Fourth of July Celebration and Summer Carnival - San Juan Capistrano
- Four days of events and festivities beginning July 1st. Food, live music, kid activities, and more.
- Saturday July 1 - Summer Carnival - 12pm - 10pm
- Sunday July 2 - Summer Carnival - 12pm - 10pm
- Monday July 3 - Summer Carnival - 4pm - 10pm
- Tuesday July 4 - Summer Carnival and July 4th Celebration - 12pm - 10:30pm
- at San Juan Sports Park
- Free
Big Bay Boom - San Diego
California's Largest Fireworks Show - The Big Bay Boom fireworks show is displayed from Four barges on San Diego Bay
Tuesday July 4th @ 9pm
San Diego Bay
Free
Poway 4th of July Celebration - Poway (San Diego)
- Enjoy Patriotic entertainment, free children's crafts, train displays, old fashion games, and a Fireworks show.
- Tuesday July 4th @ 10am (Fireworks begin at 9pm)
- Old Poway Park
- There will be multiple viewing locations for the two Poway Fireworks shows
Fourth of July Fireworks - Poway (San Diego)
- Games, activities, and a DJ spinning the tunes.
- Tuesday, July 4th - gates open at 6pm
- Poway High School
- $5 ages 12 and up, ages 11 and under Free with paid adult
Crafts and Desserts
Three Easy July 4th Crafts (Cotton swab fireworks, painted rocks, 4th of July windsock)
Desserts and sides for the 4th of July (Southwest Egg Salad, Bacon and Egg Baked Beans, Double Berry Shortcakes, Apple Crumb Pie Bars)
Recipe Roundup! Red, White, and Blue Treats the Family Will Love (Red, white, and blue layered dip, Cupcakes, S'mores)
Celebrate with a Movie for the Holiday
This Is America, Charlie Brown
- not rated
Apollo 13
- rated PG
- Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon, Gary Sinise
Forest Gump
- rated PG-13
- Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Sally Field
Lincoln
- rated PG13
- Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, David Strathairn, Joseph Gordon-Levitt
Captain America - The First Avenger
- rated PG13
- Chris Evans, Hugo Weaving, Samuel L. Jackson, Hayley Atwell
Independence Day
- rated PG13
- Will Smith
Pearl Harbor
- rated PG13
- Ben Affleck, Kate Beckinsale, Josh Hartnett, William Lee Scott
A Few Good Men
- rated R
- Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Demi Moore, Kevin Bacon
Air Force One
- rated R
- Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman, Glenn Close, Wendy Crewson
Black Hawk Down
- rated R
- Josh Hartnett, Ewan McGregor, Tom Sizemore, Eric Bana
Saving Private Ryan
- rated R
- Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore, Edward Burns)
Flags of Our Fathers
- rated R
- Ryan Phillippe, Barry Pepper, Joseph Cross, Jesse Bradford
Let's keep our Community and Families Safe!
“Safe and Sane” fireworks are only allowed in the following cities: Adelanto, Chino, Colton, Needles, and Rialto, as well as specific locations in Fontana, Grand Terrace, and San Bernardino. Please call the fire department in these cities for more information.
All fireworks are illegal elsewhere in the county.
For more information or to report illegal use of Fireworks, go to sbcfire.org.
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