Enjoy a safe & happy 4th of July
If you have a family-friendly Fourth of July event that is not listed here, contact us!
Dates and times subject to change. Entry fees may apply.
Contact the event provider for
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Independence Day BBQ at Gilroy Gardens
Saturday, July 2 thru Monday, July 4
Come celebrate Independence Day with Gilroy Gardens! The Park will host a special all-you-can-eat Independence Day BBQ in the patriotically themed Events Plaza from noon to 2:00pm. BBQ meal tickets can be purchased online. A membership or admission ticket is required for entry into the park.
(408) 840-7100 ~ www.girlroygardens.org
Purchase a single day admission ticket online and save! |
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Commemoration of Commodore John Drake Sloat Landing at Custom House Plaza, Monterey
Saturday, July 2 ~ 2:00 pm
In this special event, Captain Herschel Loomis, USN (Ret.), dressed in an 1800 period naval uniform, will play the part of Commodore John Drake Sloat, Commander of the American Naval forces in the Pacific. The ceremony will commemorate Sloat's initial landing in Monterey Harbor, on July 7, 1846 which was one of the most important events in American history and resulted in California and much of the West becoming part of the United States. This year's Sloat Landing Ceremony includes music provided by the Monterey Community Band, attendance of the Joint Service Color Guard and a Marine detail to raise the 28-star flag. Dignitaries will include senior leadership from the Defense Language Institute, Naval Postgraduate School, US Coast Guard, Monterey State Historic Parks and Charles Della Sala, Mayor of Monterey.
(831) 372-2608 ext. 813 ~ www.montereyhistory.org |
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Annual Independence Day Celebration at Jesse Gallardo Park in Soledad
Sunday, July 3 ~ Noon - 11 p.m.
Come to Soledad and join in on the fun! Festivities include live music, international food booths, a Dj, Clowns, hometown entertainment, family games, Carnival, face-painting and of course a FIREWORKS DISPLAY at dusk. Admission is FREE. For more information on this event please contact the Soledad-Mission Chamber of Commerce at (831) 678.3941 or via email: soledadmissionchamber@yahoo.com |
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Monterey County Safari Spectacular Independence Day Wine & Food Festival at Vision Quest Ranch
Sunday, July 3 ~ 2 pm - 9:30 pm
Monterey County Safari Spectacular celebrates Independence Day Monterey Style! The Festival features wines from all over California, Gourmet Specialty Food, food and wine sampling, a carshow, and live entertainment.
(831) 455-1919 ~ safarispectacular.com |
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4th of July Street Fair on the Bay
Monday, July 4 ~ 12 pm to 5 pm
Family entertainment highlights a fabulous 4th of July weekend celebration on the Dolphins Upper Plaza located at 400 Cannery Row in Monterey. No admission fee, lots of family fun. Enjoy face painting, balloon making, Tarot reading, arts & crafts, food vendors and DJ music. Featuring a tasty BBQ prepared by the Monterey Plaza's award winning chef.
(831) 646-1700 ~ www.montereyplazahotel.org |
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Morgan Hill Freedom Fest
Saturday, July 2 ~ Family Bike Ride events begin at 8 am Learn more.
Sunday, July 3 ~
Patriotic Sing at 6:00 pm Learn more.
Monday, July 4 ~ Events from 7 am until Fireworks at dark
Bring the family to Morgan Hill for a three-day celebration of the 4th. The weekend begins with a Family Bike Ride Saturday, July 2. A "Patriotic Sing" will take place on Sunday, July 3. Independence Day events kick off on Monday with a Patriotic Breakfast and 5K run & 1 Mile Walk followed by a pre-parade car cruise & entertainment in downtown Morgan Hill with the award winning historic parade beginning at 11 am sharp. A car show and additional entertainment take place until the fireworks start at dark.
mhfreedomfest.com |
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Roaring Camp Railroads Celebration
Saturday, July 2 through Monday, July 4
Bop on over to Roaring Camp for a Sock Hop and 50’s family 4th of July: Hula Hoop contests, games, live music and all-American barbecue.
(831) 335-4484 ~ www.roaringcamp.com
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The World's Shortest Parade & Pancake Breakfast & "Party in the Park" in Aptos
Monday, July 4 ~
Breakfast at 7:30 am; Parade at 10 am
Join the community of Aptos for the 50th Anniversary of the 4th of July Parade!! Start your morning off with a delicious pancake breakfast from 7:30-9:30am in front of the Britannia Arms, following the pancake breakfast will be the Parade from 10:00-Noonish, after the Parade, walk down to the Aptos Village Park for the Party in the Park from 12:00pm-4:00pm! There will be food, vendors, music, and much more.
(831) 688-1467 ~ www.aptoschamber.com |
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4th of July Santa Cruz Firecracker 10K, 5K & Kids 1K and
Pancake Breakfast
Monday, July 4 ~ 7:00 am registration
8 am Kids 1K Run/Walk ~ 8:30 am 5K & 10K Runs
Come celebrate the fourth of July by participating in either the 10K, 5K or Kids 1K race followed by a generous pancake breakfast at the finish line.
(831) 385-8020 ~ www.santacruzfirecracker10K.org
$30 race fee for 5K and 10K; $15 for Kids 1K
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Sealife Sails: Fourth of July with the Aquarium
Monday, July 4 ~ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Join The Monterey Bay Aquarium for a “star-spangled” sail Monday night at 7pm and enjoy nature’s own fireworks. Taste local wine and cheese, and celebrate with a champagne toast. You'll enjoy a rare view from aboard the 65-foot Derek M. Baylis and along the way you may get to see marine birds, sea lions, seals and sea otters, all common visitors to the bay. It's an evening you'll never forget! For ages 8 to adult; tickets are $75 for the general public and $65 for aquarium members. Purchase tickets. |
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Carmel-by-the-Sea's 4th of July Celebration
Monday, July 4 ~ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
9th Annual 4th of July Celebration from 12:00 to 4:00 in Devendorf Park. There will be a concert, food and games. For more information call Carmel Community Services at
(831) 620-2020. ~ www.ci.carmel.ca.us |
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City of Monterey 4th of July Lawn Party
Monday, July 4 ~ 11 am to 5 pm
The Admission Free Big Little Backyard Bar-B-Que and Entertainment Extravaganza will be held on the historic grounds of Colton Hall on Pacific Street on Monday, July 4th. Featured bands include Monterey Community Band (11:10 a.m.), Papa Doo Run Run (12:15 p.m.), Shane Dwight (2:00 p.m.) and Pop Fiction (3:30 p.m.). Children's entertainment includes free carnival booths and games, face painting, balloon artists and jump houses. Lots of great food provided by non-profit food vendors will be on sale all day.
(831) 646-3996 ~ www.monterey.org
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Pacific Grove Hometown Celebration at Caledonia Park
Monday, July 4 ~ 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Join the Chamber of Commerce and celebrate the 4th with an old-fashioned, down-home BBQ in Caledonia Park (behind the Pacific Grove Post Office). Great food, live entertainment and a chance to enjoy a patriotic celebration.
(831) 373-3304 ~ www.pacificgrove.org
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Fourth of July at Cooper-Molera Adobe in Monterey
Monday, July 4 ~ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Travel back in time and find out what life was like in the 1840s at the historic Cooper-Molera Adobe. There will be games, Blacksmithing, Fandango dancing demonstrations, rope making, and various other exhibits. Activities and fun for all ages. The entrance fee is $3 for adults, $2 for children 6 - 17, and children 5 and under are free. (831)649-7136. |
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Independence Day Celebration at Wilder Ranch State Park
Monday, July 4 ~ 11 am to 4:00 pm
Celebrate Independence Day 1911 style at Wilder Ranch State Park in Santa Cruz. There will be old fashioned music, food, a parade, hand churned ice cream, lemonade, crafts, a cake walk, wagon rides, viewing of historical homes and much more! Pack a picnic or buy food from one of the vendors. Wilder Ranch State Park is located at 600 Ocean St., Santa Cruz
(831) 426-0505 ~ www.santacruzstateparks.org |
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Scotts Valley Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks
Monday, July 4 ~ 3:00 pm parade; 9:15 pm fireworks
Enjoy the annual 4th of July Parade along Scotts Valley Drive. Then go to Skypark, gates open at 3:00 pm and activities for the kids begin at 5:00 pm. There will live music, bounce houses for the kids and delicious food. Fireworks start at 9:15 PM. Tickets to for the Skypark events are $6.00 purchased ahead or $8.00 at the gate. Children under 5 are free.
361 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley
(831) 438-3251 ~ www.svchamber.org |
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Spreckels 4th of July Celebration and 10K Run
Monday, July 4
Bring the family and enjoy the fun! Parade, Fireman's Muster, Craft Fair, Children's Activities, Food and Drinks, Live Music! An old-fashioned 4th of July celebration for the whole family starts off with a One-Mile Race for kids under 12 at 8:30 am, a 10K run at 9:00 am and a grand parade of children along 3rd Street beginning at 12:00 pm.
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Spirit of Watsonville Parade & Celebration
Monday, July 4 ~ 2:00 pm
This Spirit of Watsonville Parade begins at 2:00 pm and starts in front of Saint Patrick's Church, at the corner of Main and Freemont Streets. Come make an afternoon out of it!
(831) 768-3266 ~ www.spiritofwatsonville.org
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Gilroy's Annual 4th of July Fireworks Display
Monday, July 4 ~ 9:15 pm
The Annual 4th of July Fireworks Display will be held at Gilroy High School on July 4th at approximately 9:15 p.m.
www.cityofgilroy.org
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Dates and times subject to change. Entry fees may apply.
Contact the event provider for
details prior to attending any event listed here. |
