Fireworks will be booming over Southern California’s bays
June 29, 2017
Coastal activities celebrate Independence Day in a spectacular way.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Fireworks will be seen and heard all over Southern California on Fourth of July. The Independence Day celebrations are especially spectacular over the coastal cities, beaches and harbors.
At the risk of stating the obvious, boaters are advised to arrive before dark, have a lifejacket for each person onboard, use appropriate navigation lights, keep a lookout for other watercrafts and stay a safe distance away from the barges.
Everyone with pets aboard and on-land, ensure they are tagged, safe and secure. Many pets, especially dogs, flee in panic due to the booming fireworks resulting in the busiest time of year for animal shelters.
Make it a great Fourth of July by keeping everyone safe and planning ahead. The Log has compiled a list of July 4th celebrations from San Diego to Santa Barbara.
San Diego: Big Bay Boom
Location: San Diego Bay
Viewing Locations: Shelter Island, Harbor Island, the Embarcadero area and Seaport Village/Coronado Landing
Time: 9 p.m.
Boaters Beware: Observe the 300-yard safety zones around the barges:
Shelter Island: 32 degrees, 42.8’ north latitude; 117 degrees, 13.2’ west longitude.
Harbor Island: 32 degrees, 43.3’ north latitude; 117 degrees, 12.0’ west longitude.
North Embarcadero: 32 degrees, 42.9’ north latitude; 117 degrees, 10.82’ west longitude.
South Embarcadero: 32 degrees, 42.2’ north latitude; 117 degrees, 10.0’ west longitude.
Info: The annual firework show will light up San Diego. Fox 5 (San Diego) and KTLA 5 (Los Angeles) will start their live programming at 8:00 p.m. The fireworks will also have a musical simulcast on The Mighty 1090 AM and Max FM 105.7.
Website: bigbayboom.com
San Diego: Maritime Museum of San Diego Independence Day festivities
Location: The Embarcadero
Time: 5-8:30 p.m.
Info: For those looking to just view the fireworks from a unique venue, a discounted fireworks viewing admission starts at 8:30 p.m. at a cost of $10 for adults and $8 for children. For those wanting to enjoy a picnic dinner aboard the steam ferry Berkeley, the dinner is $35 for adults and $18 for children 3-12 with seating for the fireworks.
Website: bit.ly/2sYFjs5
Coronado: Independence Day Celebration
Location: Coronado Island
Time: 7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Info: Festivities start at 7 a.m. with the Crown City Classic 12K run-5K run/walk at Tidelands Park. “Art in the Park” will be on display at Spreckels Park from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. followed by a concert in the park. The annual rough-water swim at Central Beach starts at 8:30 a.m. with check-in at 7:30 a.m. “A Salute to America’s” Independence Day Parade is set for 10 a.m. along Orange Ave. Parachute and U.S. Coast Guard demonstrations are from 2 to 3 p.m. at Glorietta Bay. Fireworks shoot off from the barge over Glorietta Bay starting at 9 p.m. accompanied by music from KYXL 96.5 FM. Fireworks can be viewed from Stingray Point or the golf course.
Website: coronadotimes.com/4th
La Jolla: La Jolla Cove Fireworks Show
Location: Ellen Browning Scripps Park
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: lajollabythesea.com
Mission Bay: SeaWorld “Sea to Shining Sea” Fireworks Show
Location: SeaWorld San Diego
Time: 9:40 p.m.
Website: seaworldparks.com
Ocean Beach: 4th of July Celebration
Location: Ocean Beach
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Info: Tune radio to KyXy 96.5 to hear the broadcast and firework soundtrack.
Website: bit.ly/1HUNzwu
Oceanside: Dinghy Parade
Location: Oceanside Yacht Club
Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
Info: Trophies are handed out to the top four for most decorated and patriotic dinghy. The parade can be seen from the municipal fishing pier, the Jolly Roger docks and the grass lawns along the harbor and Dolphin Dock.
Website: oceansideyc.net
Imperial Beach: Independence Day Fireworks
Location: Imperial Beach
Time: 9 p.m.
Info: Tune into KyXy Radio 96.5 FM for a synced music set to the fireworks show. Enjoy music at Imperial Beach Pier Plaza following the fireworks.
Website: bit.ly/2sx81D2
Chula Vista: 4th Fest
Location: U.S. Olympic Training Center (USOTC)
Viewing Locations: USOTC campus, Mountain Hawk Park and along Hunte Parkway.
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: bit.ly/2slTSsz
San Clemente: Fourth of July
Location: San Clemente Pier
Time: 9 p.m.
Info: The pier will be closed all day for the Fourth of July firework preparation. The fireworks can be seen from many beaches and hilltop areas in and around San Clemente.
Website: bit.ly/2reybq2
Dana Point: Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza
Location: Doheny State Beach
Time: 8:45 p.m.
Info: Listen to the patriotic music accompanying the fireworks on FM 88.5, KSBR.
Website: bit.ly/1o0ze3n
Laguna Beach: Fourth of July
Location: Monument Point at Heisler Park
Time: 9 p.m.
Info: Monument Point and the area of Heisler Park from Rock Bench at Myrtle Street to Rockpile Beach stairs at Jasmine Street will be closed to the public to prepare for the fireworks.
Website: bit.ly/1R5ooNN
Newport Beach: Old Glory Boat Parade
Location: Starts at Collins Island and continues through the Newport Harbor
Time: 1 – 3:30 p.m.
Info: Registration is free. The theme is “Celebrating Our Heroes.”
Website: alyc.com/event-2099396
Newport Beach: Independence Day on the Back Bay
Location: Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort and Marina
Time: 3 – 9 p.m.
Info: Music, food trucks as well as a wine and beer garden begin at 3 p.m. Firework show begins at 9 p.m.
Website: bit.ly/2sYtIcl
Catalina Island: Avalon Fourth of July Celebration
Location: Avalon
Time: 1 – 9 p.m.
Info: The annual golf cart parade down Crescent Avenue begins at 1 p.m. At 4 p.m., the Avalon Bay Dinghy Parade starts. Fireworks shoot off over Avalon Harbor at 9 p.m.
Website: bit.ly/2rrN07Y
Huntington Beach: Pier Plaza Festival
Location: Huntington Beach Pier
Time: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Info: A parade consisting of bands, floats, celebrities and equestrians will be marching through downtown Huntington Beach. Firework show begins after dark.
Website: hb4thofjuly.org
Long Beach: Party on the Pier
Location: Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier
Time: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Info: An all-day pass ($20 for adults and $10 for kids) includes music, BBQ plate and beverage as well as fireworks.
Website: bit.ly/2s6Wd7A
Long Beach: All-American Fourth of July
Location: Queen Mary
Time: 2 – 10 p.m.
Info: Entertainment on this day includes music, games, arts and crafts, tours, patriotic 4-D movie and fireworks.
Website: bit.ly/1I3xyoS
Port of Los Angeles: 67th Annual John Olguin July 4th Spectacular
Location: Cabrillo Beach, San Pedro
Time: 2 – 10 p.m.
Info: A celebration consisting of music, activities, food trucks and fireworks.
Website: portoflosangeles.org
Redondo Beach: Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration
Location: Seaside Lagoon
Time: 2 – 10 p.m.
Info: This event features food, arts & crafts, slides, patriotic music and fireworks.
Website: bit.ly/2sxPEh3
Marina del Rey: Fourth of July Fireworks Show
Location: Burton Chace Park or Fisherman’s Village
Time: 9 p.m.
Info: Firework show accompanied with music.
Website: bit.ly/2skV4LS
Channel Islands Harbor: Fireworks by the Sea
Location: Channel Islands Harbor
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Info: A children’s parade starts at 10:30 a.m. Marine Emporium Landing will have activities throughout the day including a craft market, inflatable fun zone, rock climbing wall and food. The electric boat parade begins at 6 p.m. Fireworks shoot off at 9 p.m. and can be seen throughout the harbor.
Website: bit.ly/2reSeVv
Santa Barbara: Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration
Location: West Beach
Time: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Info: Vendors will be selling food along the boulevard starting at 11 a.m. Musical entertainment begins at noon. Fireworks blast off at 9 p.m.
Website: santabarbaraca.gov
Arash Afshar, Visit Oceanside Conference & Visitors Bureau, American Legion, Nina K. Jussila, Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau, Ventura County Harbor Department photos
