Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
2027-07-04 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Old Town San Diego SHP, San Diego Avenue and, Twiggs St, San Diego, CA, 92110
SAN DIEGO — Celebrate the Fourth of July with an old-timey twist at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park (SHP) this year. Travel back in time to celebrate Independence Day as early San Diego residents did in the 1800s, with free 19th-century games, fun interactive activities, live music, and more. Old Town San Diego SHP, with the support of the Boosters of Old Town, is proud to offer this free event for adults, and children of all ages.
WHAT: Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
WHEN: Friday, July 4, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE: Old Town San Diego SHP is located on San Diego Avenue and Twiggs Street in San Diego, next to the Old Town Transit Center, with Coaster, Trolley, and
MTS bus service. Free parking is available at the CalTransheadquarters, just two blocks from the park at 2994 Sunset Street.
The event will kick off with a flag-raising ceremony presented by scouts from the San Diego Imperial Council, followed by live music from Billy Lee and the Swamp Critters. Visitors can try their hand at classic 19th-century games such as wheelbarrow races, tug of war, and graces or get creative at hands-on art stations including pioneer dolls and bracelets spelling out their name in Morse code. Be sure to stick around for the 2nd annual watermelon eating competition (open to ages 8+) and the Community Quilt Raffle.
This celebration has become a beloved annual tradition for many families, and allows visitors to immerse themselves in and appreciate early San Diego life.
For more information about the Fourth of July celebration in Old Town San Diego SHP, please visit or call the park’s visitor center at (619) 220-5422.
Please Note: Dogs are allowed on leash in outdoor areas withinthe historic park, but not inside museums or buildings. Service animals are welcome per California State Parks’ Service Animals Policy.
California State Parks supports equal access. If you need reasonable modification or special accommodation for the event, please contact Aaron Navarro, State Park Interpreter I via email at oldtown.sandiego@parks.ca.gov.

Santee Salutes
2027-07-04 14:00 - 21:30 | Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive Santee, Santee, California, 92071
Santee Salutes will be a spectacular day of fun and celebraton! 💙 ❤️ Come celebrate our nation on July 4, from 2pm-10pm at Town Center Community Park East. Please note that the only drop off location will be at the Cameron Family YMCA. No drop offs will be allowed at the Town Center Community Park East. The park may be subject to closure if it reaches max capacity. For a map of alternative viewing areas, park access, and general information. (See below)
Event Timeline
2:00 PM – Parking Lots* | Fun Zone Opens
4:00 PM – Food Vendors | Riverwalk Grill Open
6:00 PM – Patriotic Ceremony | Military Color Guard
6:30 – 9:00 PM – Full Strength • High Energy Dance Band
9:00 PM – Fireworks Display • Music Available on SanteeTV
*$10 advanced parking purchase required
Reserved canopies | $200 (Sold Out)
There will be free shuttles from the Costco Parking lot (101 Town Center Pkwy) to the event from 3:00 to 11:00 PM. The shuttles will not run during the fireworks show from approximately 9:00 – 9:30 PM. Last pick-up from Costco to the event will be at 8:15 PM.
PLEASE NOTE shuttle buses do not have ramp access and cannot accommodate large items such as canopies, wagons, large coolers, or wheelchairs. A drop off zone is available in the Cameron YMCA parking lot.

60th Annual Independence Day Festival
2027-07-04 16:00 - 21:30 | California Center for the Arts, Escondido, 340 N. Escondido Blvd., Escondido, CA, 92025, United States
The California Center for the Arts, Escondido, is proud to present the 60th Annual Independence Day Festival, a beloved community tradition filled with music, culture, and patriotic fun. This free family-friendly event returns on Thursday, July 4, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM in Grape Day Park and the Center for the Arts campus.
Festival goers can look forward to an exciting day of entertainment and celebration featuring:
Live music on the main stage
Artisan market and local vendors
Delicious food trucks and craft beer garden
Great Green Canteen VIP Experience
Free arts & crafts, face painting, and airbrush tattoos (4:30–8:30 PM)
Complimentary admission to the Escondido History Center (4:00–7:00 PM)
Fireworks spectacular at 9:00 PM
Main Stage Schedule:
4:30 PM – Opening Remarks and National Anthem by the Mayor’s Contest Winner
5:15 – 6:15 PM – Back to the GardenThis crowd-favorite tribute band channels the spirit of the 1960s and ’70s, covering hits from Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Joni Mitchell, The Beatles, and more. Their nostalgic sound and multi-instrumental performances bring peace, love, and harmony to every stage they play.
6:20 – 6:30 PM – Hula Hoop Contest
6:30 – 7:30 PM – Kimmi BitterHailed as one of Southern California’s rising retro-country stars, Kimmi Bitter blends vintage twang with modern Americana soul. With a voice reminiscent of Patsy Cline and Linda Ronstadt, her timeless sound has earned her acclaim on stages across the country.
7:50 – 8:00 PM – Dance Party Interlude
8:00 – 9:00 PM – 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing BandEnjoy a stirring patriotic performance from one of the U.S. Marine Corps’ premier musical ensembles.
9:00 PM – Fireworks Show!
This event is free and open to the public, with activities and entertainment for all ages. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and festive spirit!
Special thanks to our sponsors:City of Escondido, Linden Root Dickinson Foundation, County of San Diego, and the California Center for the Arts Charitable Trust.
VIP SEATING AVAILABLE in the GREAT GREEN CANTEEN
“The Great Green Canteen” – A CCAEF Independence Day Fundraiser BBQ with VIP seating
Ticket Cost: $80 for a table of 4
Table seating includes the following for each attendee: 1 beer token, vip concert seating in the orange grove area of the Great Green for the entire event, and 1 meal from the Great Green Canteen BBQ
Cheeseburger on a brioche
Nathan’s Hot Dog
Blackened Chicken Sandwich
Black Bean Patty on Brioche
*all served with a fresh cut watermelon wedge and potato salad
Click “BUY TICKETS” below to order VIP seating at the tables!

4th of July BBQ & Firework Spectacular at Park Hyatt Aviara
2027-07-04 17:30 - 21:30 | Park Hyatt Aviara, 7100 Aviara Resort Drive, Carlsbad, CA, 92011
Celebrate Independence Day in true coastal California style at Park Hyatt Aviara’s annual 4th of July BBQ & Firework Spectacular. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening filled with family fun, festive flavors, and fireworks beneath the palms.
Let us do the grilling while you savor an elevated twist on a classic American BBQ, featuring mesquite-charred meats, fresh seafood, vibrant summer salads, a decadent mac & cheese bar, and a sweet station packed with summertime treats. Little ones can enjoy their own dedicated buffet with kid-approved favorites.
The celebration continues with live music by the Chad Rubin Band, returning for another energetic performance. Throughout the evening, guests of all ages will enjoy strolling stilt walkers, a balloon twister, and talented face painters adding an extra spark of fun to the festivities.
As the sun sets, prepare for the main event: a spectacular fireworks show, exclusively visible from our resort grounds. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a show-stopping display lighting up the Aviara skies.
Make this 4th of July one to remember — an evening of flavor, fun and fireworks awaits!
Reservations are required, as space is limited.

Marine Band San Diego & Fireworks Spectacular
2027-07-04 18:00 - 22:00 | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA, 92104
You can watch the fireworks from many spots while at the Fair, but there’s no better place to view the red, white and BOOM from the Fair’s Grandstand. 🎆
Avoid the crowds and secure your seat for the Fireworks Spectacular, the celebration of the United States of America and a favorite tradition at the San Diego County Fair!
Marine Band San Diego & Fireworks Spectacular

July 04, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Toyota Concert Series on the Corona Grandstand Stage
Doors Open @ 6:00pm
Marine Band San Diego: 7:30pm
Fireworks Spectacular: 9:00pm
Includes Complimentary Same-Day Fair Admission
ALL SALES FINAL | NO REFUNDS or NO EXCHANGES
