BAY AREA BEST FIREWORKS! 2026
In the Bay Area, "safe and sane" fireworks are permitted in a limited number of cities, including Dublin, Newark, Union City, Pacifica, San Bruno, Gilroy, Rio Vista, Suisun City, and Cloverdale. However, all other fireworks, including those that explode, shoot into the air, or move uncontrollably, are illegal throughout the Bay Area. San Francisco, Contra Costa, Marin, and Napa counties prohibit all fireworks.
Cities Where "Safe and Sane" Fireworks are Legal:
Alameda County: Dublin, Newark, Union City
San Mateo County: Pacifica, San Bruno
Santa Clara County: Gilroy
Solano County: Rio Vista, Suisun City
Sonoma County: Cloverdale
Important Considerations:
Even in cities where "safe and sane" fireworks are permitted, there are often restrictions on where and when they can be used.
"Safe and sane" fireworks are typically limited to those that remain on the ground and do not explode or fly.
Illegal fireworks include rockets, bottle rockets, roman candles, aerial shells, and firecrackers.
Possession or use of illegal fireworks can result in fines, jail time, or other penalties.
Public displays of fireworks may be permitted with special authorization, even in areas where personal use is prohibited.
Always check with local authorities for specific regulations and restrictions in your area.
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TNT FIREWORKS LOCATIONS
Alameda County
7 - Dublin
7 - Newark
12 - Union City
San Mateo County
11 - Pacifica
7 - San Bruno
Santa Clara County
15 - Gilroy
Solano County
1 - Rio Vista
3 - Suisun City
Sonoma County
2 - Cloverdale
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PHANTOM FIREWORKS LOCATIONS
Alameda County
5 - Dublin
1 - Newark
2 - Union City
San Mateo County
1 - Pacifica
3 - San Bruno
Santa Clara County
0 - Gilroy
Solano County
1 - Rio Vista
0 - Suisun City
Sonoma County
0 - Cloverdale
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2026 FIREWORKS
Watch on TV on July 3rd & 4th
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JULY 3RD
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PBS
A Capitol Fourth | PBS
pbs.org/a-capitol-fourth/
pbs.org/show/capitol-fourth/
PREMIERES JULY 3RD AT 8/7C
Premieres July 3rd! A Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration kicks off America’s birthday! Broadcasting live Friday, July 3rd, 8/7c from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol Building, with all-star musical performances including the debut of country music icon Trace Adkins' new song “American Made,” and spectacular fireworks from Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington. Check local listings.
Washington D.C.
JULY 4TH
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KRON
How to watch 4th of July fireworks on KRON4
kron4.com/news/bay-area/how-…
San Francisco, CA
MACY'S/NBC
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks - Join Us in 2025
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Macy's 4th of July Fireworks -
NBC.com
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New York, NY
Where to watch 4th of fireworks in the Bay Area
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ANTIOCH - Riverfront in Downtown Antioch 9:20pm
Parade - Festvial 4pm-930pm
Schedule of Events
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Parade
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Kids Zone
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Live Entertainment | Farenhyte 5150
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Kids Zone Stage |DJ Melly Mel
7:00 PM Announcement of Parade Winners 7:30 PM - 9:15 PM Live Entertainment | Kalimba
9:20 PM - 9:40 PM Fireworks Show
Fourth of July Celebration – City of Antioch, California
antiochca.gov/fourth-of-july
BENICIA - First Street in Downtown Benicia 9:30pm
Fourth of July Fireworks - Benicia Commuity Foundation
beniciamainstreet.org/fourth…
CONCORD - Viewing at Mt. Diablo High School 9pm
Fun Run 8am
Parade 10am
Festival 4pm
Concord July 4th Parade, Festival & Fireworks Committee – Concord July 4th Parade, Festival & Fireworks
concordjuly4th.com/
CUPERTINO - Miller Avenue (between Bollinger and Phil) 9:30pm
Fourth of July Fireworks Cupertino CA
cupertino.gov/Parks-Recreati…
FOSTER CITY - Over the Lagoon 9:30pm*
*Please note that there will not be a firework show this 2nd years.*
Foster City has canceled its annual Fourth of July fireworks show due to ongoing construction of the new Community Center at Leo Ryan Park. Space limitations in the construction zone make it unsafe to accommodate large nighttime crowds, marking the second consecutive year the display has been suspended.While there will be no evening pyrotechnics, the city is still hosting a family-friendly daytime event and strictly enforces city-wide bans on all personal fireworks
2026 Fourth of July Celebration | Foster City, CA
fostercity.org/july4th
HEALDSBURG - Viewing at the Healdsburg High School 9:30pm
Independence Day Fireworks | Healdsburg, CA - Official Website
ci.healdsburg.ca.us/1054/Ind…
HERCULES - Fourth of July Firework Shows at Bayfront
4TH OF JULY (July event) SORRY, NO FIREWORKS in Hercules in 2026! We are proud to offer Rec Swim on the 4th of July at the Hercules Swim Center.
GILROY - Viewing at Gilroy High School & Christmas Hill Park 9:30pm
Fireworks Information | Gilroy, CA - Official Website
cityofgilroy.org/910/Firewor…
LIVERMORE - Railroad Ave Downtown Livermore 9:30pm
250 Years of the United States. 150 Years of Livermore. Mark your calendar for the third annual Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, July 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Livermore Municipal Airport. Event parking is available at Las Positas College, with a free shuttle to the event. The annual Fourth of July Celebration is a family-friendly event featuring a variety of military aircraft, emergency vehicles, jets, and helicopters. New this year, attendees can also experience a flight simulator. Attendees will also enjoy live music, local food vendors, and a kids’ zone.
Fourth of July Celebration | City of Livermore website
livermoreca.gov/our-communit…
MORAGA - Moraga Commons Park 9:30pm
DOG PARADE 11AM
INFLATABLE JUMPIES 11AM-4PM
FAMILY ACTIVITIES 12PM-4PM
LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
12:30PM: PRETTY SWELL BAND (CHESSEBOARD)
1PM: SILLY CIRCUS SHOW (BANDSHELL)
4:30PM: WAYHIGHS (OPENING BAND - BANDSHSELL)
6:45PM: MAYOR'S WELCOME AND NATIONAL ANTHEM (BANDSHSELL)
7:00PM: NEON VELVET (MAIN ACT - BANDSHELL)
9:30PM FIREWORKS (MORAGA COUNTY CLUB)
July 4 Celebration | Moraga, CA
moraga.ca.us/419/July-4-Cele…
MOUNTAIN VIEW - Shoreline Amphitheatre 9pm
2026 Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
The City of Mountain View and Live Nation are proud to present the 2026 Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular with the San Francisco Symphony on Saturday, July 4 at Shoreline Amphitheatre.
Fourth of July | Mountain View, CA
mountainview.gov/our-city/de…
OAKLAND - Jack London Square 5pm-8pm
Jack London Square in Oakland will be hosting its annual "Summer Fun on the 4th" event on July 4th, featuring a concert, trivia, giveaways, and a kid's craft activity. The event will take place from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. While the event itself doesn't include fireworks, Visit Oakland says it's a great place to be for viewing the San Francisco fireworks show, which is typically visible from the square.
PITTSBURG - Fourth of July Fireworks Show at Marina 9pm
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary at Pittsburg’s spectacular waterfront!
Join us for the July 4th Fireworks Show at the Pittsburg Marina featuring fireworks, food trucks, and a Waterfront Firework Party hosted by Dale Vino!
pittsburgca.gov/Home/Compone…
PLEASANT HILL - Viking Drive Pleasant Hill 8:45pm
50th Annual Pleasant Hill 4th of July Celebration
Join the Pleasant Hill 4th of July Commission
The Pleasant Hill 4th of July Commission work hard to put together the largest single-day event in the city. The commission is not part of the City of Pleasant Hill and is an all volunteer non-profit organization that was formed in 1976 to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Pleasant Hill 4th of July
phjuly4.com/
REDWOOD CITY - Port of Redwood City 9:30pm
Join us in Redwood City for a full day of Independence Day fun as we celebrate America 250, marking our nation's 250th anniversary. Since 1939, Redwood City has hosted the largest Independence Day Parade in Northern California, bringing our community together to celebrate the people, traditions, and shared experiences that make our country and city strong.
Enjoy a day packed with festivities, including the Pancake Breakfast, Chalk Full of Fun Chalk Festival, the Fourth of July Parade, the Downtown Festival, live music and food trucks at the Port, and the exciting return of the fireworks show to cap off the celebration.
There's no better place to celebrate the Fourth of July than Redwood City!
4th of July Celebration | City of Redwood City
redwoodcity.org/residents/re…
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RICHMOND - 3rd of July Fireworks by 9:15pm at Marina Bay Park
City of Richmond Community Services Recreation presents the July 3rd Fireworks Showcase 2026. Join us on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Marina Bay Park for our annual community celebration featuring music, food, and activities for all ages. The evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks show beginning at 9:15 pm. Bring your family, friends, and festive spirit as we come together for one of Richmond’s favorite summer traditions. For more information, call (510) 620-6793.
Calendar • July 3rd Fireworks Showcase
ci.richmond.ca.us/Calendar.a…
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SAN FRANCISCO - Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf & Pier 39
Fourth of July fireworks on Golden Gate Bridge Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a historic fireworks display launched directly from the towers of the Golden Gate Bridge on Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Event details
The free, public fireworks display will begin at approximately 9:30 pm.
It is the City’s only official fireworks show this year.
Recommended viewing locations
Fireworks will launch from the towers and from the east side of the Golden Gate Bridge between the towers. The best views are from locations with clear northwest sightline toward the bridge.
Crissy Field: Waterfront viewing area within the Presidio.
The Crissy Field parking lot will be closed to the general public from 6:00 am on July 4 through 6:00 am on July 5.
Marina Green: Open waterfront park.
The Marina Green parking lot will be closed to the general public from 6:00 am on July 4 through 6:00 am on July 5.
Pier 39 and Northern Embarcadero
Viewing locations in this area include Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf, including the block bounded by The Embarcadero, Jefferson Street, and Taylor Street.
Locations with limited or no views
Ocean Beach (limited views): Fireworks launch from the east side of the bridge, making the angle from Ocean Beach poor.
Ferry Building and Embarcadero waterfront (no views): The fireworks will not be visible from these locations. Visit the recommended viewing areas instead.
Planning tips
Take public transit. Expect parking to be limited.
Get there early. Good spots fill up fast. Arrive well before 9:30 pm.
Dress in layers. It gets cold, windy, and foggy after dark.
Golden Gate Bridge closure and access
The Golden Gate Bridge will be fully closed to traffic from 9 pm to 10 pm. Lanes on area freeways will begin closing at 8 p.m. For more information see Caltrans' traffic advisory.
For pedestrians and bicyclists, the east sidewalk will partially close in the days leading up to the show.
East sidewalk (partial): Closed between the two towers from Friday, July 3 at 5:00 am through Sunday, July 5 at 5:00 am for pyrotechnic staging. Pedestrians and bicyclists will be turned around at each tower. The west sidewalk remains open during regular hours on July 3 and July 4 from 5:00 am to 8:00 pm.
South end parking lots: All parking lots at the south end of the bridge will be closed Saturday, July 4 from 11:00 am until the end of the fireworks show.
Vehicular traffic: The Golden Gate Bridge will be closed to all traffic from 9 pm to 10 pm to support fireworks operations and public safety. For the safety of the traveling public, Caltrans will be closing US-101 in both directions starting at 8:00 pm. For more information and detour maps, visit
sfhighwayprojects.com.
East and west sidewalks: Both sidewalks closed to bicyclists and pedestrians from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. The west sidewalk will reopen for bicyclists only at 10:00 pm.
Reopening: The bridge is expected to reopen to vehicular traffic at 9 pm shortly after the conclusion of the fireworks display.
Fourth of July fireworks on Golden Gate Bridge |
SF.gov
sf.gov/event-20260704-fourth…
July 4 Golden Gate Bridge Fireworks Show | Golden Gate
goldengate.org/july-4-golden…
Fisherman's Wharf & Pier 39 for Two Fireworks 9:30pm
July 4th at Fisherman's Wharf
fishermanswharf.org/events/a…
[JULY 3 FRI & JULY 4 SAT]
SAN JOSE
Excite Ballpark (San Jose Giants): The San Jose Giants baseball team is hosting two back-to-back Independence Weekend Extravaganzas with massive post-game fireworks on both July 3 and July 4. A valid game ticket is required.
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SAN JOSE
THE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION AT LAKE CUNNUNGHAM IS BACK AS WE COME TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE AMERICA'S 250TH BIRTHDAY!
FREE ENTRY
FESTIVAL START AT 6PM
DRONE SHOW AT 9PM
2026 4th of July Celebration at Lake Cunningham | City of San José
sanjoseca.gov/your-governmen…
[JULY 3 FRI & JULY 4 SAT]
SANTA CLARA - California's Great American 9:40pm
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT!
FIREWORKS
JULY 3-4
4th of July Fireworks Show | Santa Clara, CA | CA Great America
sixflags.com/cagreatamerica/…
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SAN LEANDRO - 250THth Indendence Day - 11am-4pm at Monarch Bay Golf Club
None - Fireworks
250th Independence Day Event | San Leandro, CA
sanleandro.org/1603/250th-In…
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Alameda County
Dublin
Newark
Union City
San Mateo County
Pacifica
San Bruno
Santa Clara County
Gilroy
Santa Cruz County
Watsonville
Solano County
Dixon
Rio Vista
Suisun City
Sonoma County
Cloverdale
Rohnert Park
JULY 4TH & FIREWORKS ON BAY AREA
KTVU 2 FOX Oakland
July 4 Bay Area fireworks, fun events | KTVU FOX 2
ktvu.com/news/ultimate-bay-a…
KRON 4 CW San Francisco
4th of July events in the Bay Area
kron4.com/news/bay-area/list…
KPIX 5 CBS San Francisco
CBS Bay Area
Where to find July 4th fireworks shows, activities in San Francisco Bay Area - CBS San Francisco
cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/new…
KGO 7 ABC San Francisco
July 4th events near me: List of San Francisco Bay Area fireworks shows, drone displays and festivals - ABC7 San Francisco
abc7news.com/post/july-4th-e…
KQED 9 PBS San Francisco
Fourth of July Fireworks 2026: Shows, Parades and Events Around the Bay Area | KQED
kqed.org/news/12088123/where…
Heads Up: 101 and the Golden Gate Bridge Will Close (Temporarily) Saturday for a Lot of Fireworks | KQED
kqed.org/news/12088793/golde…
KNTV 11 NBC San Jose
NBC Bay Area
Watch San Francisco 4th of July fireworks – NBC Bay Area
nbcbayarea.com/news/local/wa…
KDTV 14 Univision San Francisco
Lista de espectáculos de fuegos artificiales para el 4 de Julio en el Área de la Bahía | Univision San Francisco KDTV | Univision
univision.com/local/san-fran…
KSTS 48 Telemundo San Jose
San Francisco se prepara para el espectáculo de fuegos artificiales el 4 de julio – Telemundo Area de la Bahía 48
telemundoareadelabahia.com/n…
Special Event Service: Saturday, July 4, 2026 | SFMTA
sfmta.com/project-updates/ju…
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