SAN FRANCISCO ( KRON ) — The 4th of July, the day we celebrate our nation’s independence, is fast approaching. Across the Bay Area, there are events planned for the holiday next Thursday, including parades, festivals, and of course, fireworks! Fire officials strongly advise against doing your own fireworks, in fact they are illegal across most of the Bay Area. To help you plan a safe, fun and festive 4th, we’ve put together a list of 4th of July events across the Bay Area.
Known as the “longest in the nation,” with a route that spans 3.3 miles, the annual Alameda 4th of July parade attracts more than 170 entries and 2,500 participants. The parade also draws over 60,000 spectators and features equestrians, dance troops, floats, antique cars, community groups, marching bands and more.
Thursday, July 4 — 10 a.m. Parade begins on the corner of Park Street and Lincoln Avenue More information The City of Antioch celebrates Independence Day in historic Rivertown with a parade beginning at 4 p.
m. along West 2nd and West 3rd street. The event also includes food vendors and trucks, and live entertainment.
Fireworks begin after dusk. Thursday, July 4 — 4 p.m.
Rivertown More information The Kiwanis Club of San Ramon has organized and conducted the annual Kiwanis 4th of July Parade in partnership with the Town of Danville since 1975. The parade draws between 30,000-40,000 spectators annually and this year features Grand Marshal Marcia Harmon, owner of Cottage Jewl in Danvill.
