ENCINITAS, CA – The July 4th holiday is well underway, so it’s time to find out what parades, fireworks and 2022 Independence Day celebrations are taking place near Encinitas and throughout the San Diego area.
Note that not all 4th of July events will take place on this date as several are spread over the weekend. And always get confirmation from the organizers that the events are going as planned.
Browse through our annual events guide to find out what’s happening near you. And have a happy, safe and festive July 4th of Patch!
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CARLSBAD:
4 JULY: 4th of July Red, White & BOOM! Festival & Fireworks: Legoland. The day includes an All-American family picnic, relay races & live performances.
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CORONADO:
JULY 2nd: 4th of July weekend “Crown City Classic 12K, 5K & Kids’ Run’ – Includes Crown City Half Mile for children under 12 years old.
JULY 2: Annual Rough Water Swim on July 4th. Adult & Youth.
JULY 3: C4 Foundation Weekend Concert on July 4 & Fundraiser: Hotel Del Coronado. Tickets include live entertainment & Appetizers.
4 JULY: 4th of July Big Bay Boom Fireworks. Four Barges & multiple display pages.
4 JULY: 4th of July Parade, Navy Leap Frogs, concerts & Fireworks. A packed Independence Day is planned!
DEL MAR:
JULY 4: Powerhouse Park Parade on July 4th. From the Del Mar Foundation to Independence Day.
JULY 4: San Diego County Fair Fireworks on July 4th. Ticket includes fair entry & grandstand seating.
EL CAJON:
JULY 4th: Fireworks on July 4th. Show starts at 9pm.
ENCINITAS:
JULY 4TH: Olive Grove July 4th Bicycle Parade & potluck. Pack a picnic! Music planned too.
ESCONDIDO:
JULY 4: July 4th concert, festival & Fireworks. Country star Lorrie Morgan & The Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band is one of the headliners in the entertainment industry.
FALLBROOK:
JULY 4: Rotary Club July 4 Pancake Breakfast. With color protection, face painting & Dog show, plus proceeds benefit the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society.
IMPERIAL BEACH:
JULY 4: Fireworks on July 4: Pier Plaza. Annual event with around 90,000 participants.
JULIAN:
4 JULY: 4th of July Parade, Military Flyover & Grilling. A home festival at its finest!
LA JOLLA:
JULY 4th: Fireworks on July 4th at Cove. No announcement yet if fireworks are planned for 2022 by the La Jolla Community Fireworks Foundation. Check the link for updates.
LA MESA:
JULY 4TH: Lake Murray July 4th Music Festival & Fireworks. Games between band sets and a day-long scavenger hunt.
MIRA MESA:
JULY 4th: Fireworks on July 4th. UPDATE: CANCELLED.
MISSION BAY:
JULY 3rd: Fireworks on July 3rd. It’s the “long-awaited return” to Mission Bay!
NATIONAL CITY:
30 JUNE TO 4 JULY: 4th of July Week Carnival & Fireworks. Miss National City Educational Contest & Fireworks on July 2nd.
OCEAN BEACH:
JULY 4th: Fireworks on July 4th. Not planned for 2022 at OB Pier, according to Ocean Beach MainStreet Association.
OCEANSIDE:
JUNE 25: Annual Independence Parade: Downtown. This year’s theme: “Oceanside Strong”.
JULY 3rd: Fireworks Celebration on July 3rd. Featuring live entertainment, fun zone, bouncy castles, picnic area, food & more at the new location for 2022.
OLIVENHAIN:
JULY 4TH: Olive Grove July 4th Bicycle Parade & potluck. Pack a picnic! Music planned too.
POWAY:
JULY 4: Ceremony at Veterans Park on July 4th. Shuttle service available.
4TH OF JULY: Old Fashioned 4th of July & Fireworks. “Celebrate our country’s independence in turn-of-the-century style.”
RAMONA:
JULY 4TH: July 4th Family Picnic & Fireworks. A community tradition at Olive Peirce Middle School.
RANCHO BERNARDO:
JULY 4: Spirit Of The Fourth Parade & 4th of July fireworks. Live music planned for fireworks show.
SAN DIEGO:
1st-4th JULY: Fourth of July Weekend Fireworks: SeaWorld. Fireworks in the 100 hectare park.
4 JULY: 4th of July Big Bay Boom Fireworks. Four Barges & multiple display pages!
JULY 4TH: Lake Murray July 4th Music Festival & Fireworks. Games between band sets and a day-long scavenger hunt.
JULY 4TH: USS Midway Museum July 4th Celebration & Fireworks Viewing Party. A limited number of tickets will be available.
JULY 4TH: Fourth of July Celebration & Fireworks observation: Maritime Museum. One of the best fireworks viewing spots in S.D.
JULY 4: Cruising on July 4th. Options include Dinner Cruise, Spectator Cruise & Open air jet boat.
SAN MARCOS:
4 JULY: 4th of July Carnival & Patriotic Dog Contest: Lakehouse Hotel. Admission free, pre-registration requested.
JULY 4TH: Celebrations on July 4th & Fireworks: Bradley Park. “One of North County’s liveliest Fourth of July celebrations.”
SAN YSIDRO:
JULY 3: Independence Day Festival & Fireworks at the border. Not planned for 2022.
SANTEE:
4 JULY: 4th of July festival, concert & fireworks shows. Featuring Food Vendors, Patriotic Ceremony & 80z All Stars Band. Advance purchase is required for parking.
SCRIPPS RANCH:
JULY 4: Scripps Ranch July 4 Run & Ride. bike & Walk/run options include family run, 10km, gravel & road bike tours.
JULY 4: 4th of July Parade: Hoyt Park, Scripps Ranch. A true “small town” tradition in its 51st year.
UNIVERSITY CITY:
JULY 4TH: July 4th Run, Parade, Music & Snow: Standley Park. Multiple activities fill the day – car show, concert, bike & Pet Parade, Food & Community Stands, Book Sales & a snowy playground – just to name a few.
VISTA:
JULY 4TH: July 4th BBQ, Concert & Fireworks: Brengle Terrace Park. Ticket sales are ongoing.
FOR OTHER REGIONAL GUIDES:
Due to pandemic spikes or other issues, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so check with organizers. Do you know of other events in the area? Post them to the patch calendar.
