July 4, 2008

Happy Independence Day

4th of July San Diego Style - From fireworks, parade, concerts and more your family is sure to have an All-American celebration on the Fourth of July!

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Celebrations/Events

 

6th Annual Big Bay Fireworks Show
Friday, July 4th 2008 @ 9:00pm
Four strategically located in San Diego Bay. Best viewing locations include Shelter Island, Harbor Island, North Embarcadero, Seaport Village and Coronado Landing.
Information: 877-2-BIGBAY

Coronado Fourth of July Marathon
Friday, July 4th @ 7:00am
Run starts and finishes in Tidelands Park, adjacent to the Coronado Bay Bridge, going along Glorietta Boulevard past the golf course, yacht club and the Naval Amphibious Base. Benefits: Coronado Islander Sports Foundation.

Coronado Fourth of July Celebration Parade
Friday, July 4th Parade @ 10:00am, Fireworks @ 9:00pm
Starts at Orange Ave from 1st Street to Churchill Place.
Concert in the Park: 4:30 p.m. at Spreckels Park
Information: 619-437-8068 or 619-437-8788

Fireworks Dinner Cruise on the Bay
Friday, July 4th @ 6:30pm
Enjoy panoramic views of the spectacular San Diego Bay aboard Inspiration Hornblower, up close views of the fireworks, specialty boarding beverage in a souvenir Hornblower glass, attentive service from award winning crew, DJ hosted entertainment throughout the evening and taste tempting food stations.
Information: 1-888-HORNBLOWER

Del Mar Fairgrounds
Friday, July 4th Fireworks @ 9:00pm
Spend the day at the fair, and stay for the fireworks over the bay.
Where: Del Mar Fair Grounds, Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar.
Information: 858-755-1161

Escondido Independence Day celebration
Friday, July 4th Fireworks @ 9:00pm
Escondido's annual July 4th fireworks display in Grape Day Park has delighted young and old alike with its spectacular displays and wholesome family entertainment.
Where: Grape Day Park, Escondido
Information: 760 745-1159

Fireworks and Barbecue On Board the Berkeley
Friday, July 4th @ 7:00pm - 10:00pm
The Star of India Auxiliary's annual Fourth of July barbecue will be on the Berkeley again this year. The observation deck of the maritime museums historic 1898 steam ferry Berkeley provides a spectacular view of the fireworks show over San Diego Bay.
Information: 619-234-9153 ext. 101

Californian Fireworks Cruise
Friday, July 4th @ 6:30pm - 10:00pm
For those looking for an exhilarating experience this Fourth of July, the museum is offering a fireworks cruise on board the schooner Californian.
Information: 619-234-9153 ext. 101

Julian Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
Friday, July 4th @ 10:00am, Parade @ 12:00pm
Dubbed the "greatest little small town parade in America," the Julian event that frequently draws 10,000 viewers celebrates the Spirit of America
Information: 760-765-1857

Kayak While Watching Fireworks
Friday, July 4th @ 8:30pm
Hike Bike Kayak will take you on a moonlit kayaking excursion to enjoy the spectaular 4th of July fireworks overhead.
Information:(886)425-2925

La Jolla Independence Day celebration
Friday, July 4th
Fireworks @ 9:00pm Best be seen from La Jolla Cove, Scripps Park and La Jolla Shores
Information: (858) 454-1444

LEGOLAND Red, White and Boom Fourth of July Celebration
Friday, July 4th Fireworks & Festivities @ 9:00pm
Regular park admission applies, though non-park guests are welcome to view fireworks from the parking lot for $2 after 7 p.m.
Information: 760-918-LEGO

Mira Mesa 4th of July Celebration
Friday, July 4th
Parade @ 11:30am, Fun Day 12:30pm - 9:00pm, Fireworks @ 9:00pm
Where: Mira Mesa Blvd & Greenford Rd.
A Fun Day Mira Mesa Recreational Center with food, arts, crafts, game booths, live entertainment.

Yankee Doodle Dinghy Parade
Friday, July 4th, Parade @ 2:00am Dinghy parade where participants decorate their dinghy with a creative patriotic theme and cruise the harbor.
Where: Oceanside Yacht Club, 1950 Harbor Dr. North & Oceanside Harbor
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Information: 760-754-4512

Old Town Fourth of July Celebration
10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. in the Old Town Plaza. Enjoy hay and pony rides, 5-cent lemonade and family games throughout the day. There is a public parade around the plaza and the American flag is raised at noon.
Information: 619-293-0117

Rancho Bernardo Spirit Of The Fourth
July 4th, Fireworks @ dark
Events of the day kick off at 8:00 am with at Pancake Breakfast which is part of our traditional Festival in the Park, located in beautiful Webb Park, with food and craft vendors, military displays, children’s activities, and live entertainment for adults and kids alike.
Information: 858-382-0304

San Marcos 4th of July Celebration
Friday, July 4th @ 4:00pm, Fireworks @ 9:30pm
Features food, music, fun for children. Starts at 5:00 p.m., Bradley Park, San Marcos.
Information: 512-393-8400

Santee Salutes
Friday, July 4th, Concerts @ 4:00pm, Fireworks @ 9pm
4th of July celebration featuring food, entertainment, military displays, Kids Zone and concerts.
Information: 619-449-6572

SeaWorld Celebrates July Fourth
Friday, July 4th, Fireworks @ 9:30pm
Where: Sea World - 500 SeaWorld Drive, Mission Bay
Information: 619-226-3901

 

Fireworks Around Town...

 

Alpine
Viejas Casino

Bonita
Bonita High School

Broadway/Harbor Drive
Broadway Pier

Carlsbad
Resort Aviara
Legoland

Coronado
Glorietta Bay

Chula Vista
Chula Vista Marina; 9 p.m.
Information:(619)585-5682

Escondido
Grape Day Park

El Cajon
Granite Hills H.S.

Fiesta Island
Sea World

Logan Heights
Memorial Park

Mira Mesa
Mira Mesa Community Park

Mission Bay
8:45pm Paradise Point Resort
Information: 619-488-0501

National City
Kimball Park

Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach Pier
Information: 619-226-8613

Oceanside
Oceanside Pier
Information: 760-754-4512

Poway
Poway H.S.

Ramona
Romona H.S.

Rancho Bernardo
Rancho Bernardo H.S.

San Marcos
Bradley Park

Santee
Rio Seco Elementary

San Ysidro
Federal Land River Bed

Shelter/Harbor Island
North San Diego Bay

Spring Valley
Spring Valley Swap Meet

Vista
Brengle Terrace Park

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