Get ready to celebrate Fourth of July 2010 in the Bay Area. Here’s a list of 101 different Fourth of July events (including 47 different places to watch fireworks) with listings for the major fireworks shows in San Francisco, Berkeley, Mountain View and San Jose, …

Fourth of July fireworks spectaculars set to patriotic music? yawn…  Annual small town parades with children waving flags? booooring… America turns 234 this year and her age is starting to show with the same July 4th events every year and in every town. So why …

On Free Fishing days (July 4th and Labor Day, September 6th, 2010), Californians can fish any freshwater lakes without a fishing license. All other regulations apply. The Department of Fish and Game offers two Free Fishing Days each year. On these days, you can fish …

Blending art and soul in one of the country’s most unique neighborhoods, the Fillmore Jazz Festival is the largest free Jazz festival on the West Coast, drawing over 90,000 visitors over the Independence Day weekend.
From sunup to sundown, visitors can groove to the sounds of …

Celebrate Independence Day, July 4th, 2010, at The Cannery’s Family Festival. The festivities begin at 11 a.m. at the Courtyard Stage. Patriotic Face painting from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Show your red, white and blue spirit by letting Janelle the Clown paint your cheeks …

Apparently July 4th isn’t a big movie-going day, so to try to get you to head out to the pictures AMC Theaters are offering a one-day only coupon to get a large pop corn for $1 and/or a large drink for $1.
You must use the …

Confirmed for 7/4/10! Celebrate Fourth of July 2010 with a free San Francisco fireworks display in Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39. The festivities being around 3pm with live music at the Pier 39 with the soft rock explosion of  Mustache Harbor and ’80s tribute …

Calvary’s 156-year-old church building hosts an open house during the Fillmore Jazz Festival. From noon to 5pm both Saturday and Sunday, visitors are welcome to take a breather from the Jazz Festival and enjoy free tours of original frescoes, tapestry, stained and faceted glass displays.
Additionally …

The always entertaining Golden Gate Park Band performs from its huge repertoire of music of all styles and eras, while wearing cool uniforms. A not-to-be-missed San Francisco tradition.
GG Park Band “Celebrates Our Nation’s Birthday”
In one of the band’s only shows not on Sundays (hey, anything …

Gather with like-minded vegans for a Fourth of July potluck picnic on a pristine Peninsula beach as an alternative to the usual meaty BBQs. Bring a dish to share, and maybe something to drink or play on the beach with and build sandcastles or cozy …

The Frankenart Mart is a quirky shoebox-sized art gallery in the Inner Richmond. Not only do they have curious one-of-a-kind interactive art exhibits, but once a month there’s free hot dogs all day. July 4, 2010 also happens to be the start of the 4th …

Ghirardelli Square hosts a family friendly Fourth of July festival with live indie rock and R&B music, plus “Twistyman” a balloon artist on the square from 4pm to 7pm. You can view the fireworks from the Square and many of the shops (especially the Chocolate …

Stern Grove Festival is pleased to present a “Celebration of American Music” with San Francisco Opera and the San Francisco Opera Chorus and Orchestra, featuring Patricia Racette and John Relyea. The afternoon features a patriotic selection of vocal performances and a tribute to the canon …

If you’re looking for a reason to wear that Uncle Sam costume you’ve got in your closet, then Saratoga’s 2010 Independence Day Observance is the place for you. Being held at Kevin Moran Park, the event will feature a Color Guard presentation of the …

As part of the Jewels on the Square summer-long festival of events in Union Square, Sunday, July 4 from 2pm- 4pm is “Tango in the Square.” There will be free introductory lessons in milonga, tango & vals (tango waltz). With open dance floor …

Please note, the 2011 Livermore celebration has been canceled.
Spectacular fireworks, carnival area, hat making booth, live music, food & beverages, and fun for the entire family at the 27th Annual Old-Fashioned 4th of July Celebration in Livermore.
Prior to the 9:35 p.m. fireworks display, the city …

Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 celebrate 2010 Independence Day with an afternoon filled live music and an evening filled with fireworks. Live music begins at the Pier 39 Entrance Plaza with soft rock from Mustache Harbor (3p-5p) and ’80s tribute party band Tainted Love (6p-9:30p) …

Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 celebrate 2011 Independence Day with live music and entertainment all day in front of Pier 39. When the sun goes down, visitors will be treated to The City of San Francisco’s spectacular fireworks display over the Bay – you’ll get …

The 2011 Fourth of July Parade and Waterfront Fireworks has been cancelled due to budget restraints.
Come join us for the City of Hercules Annual 4th of July parade, fun and food. The parade starts at 4:00pm, beginning at South Front Street and ending …

Still looking for something to do on July 4th? Come on out to Thee Parkside for a very special Independence Day Twang Sunday event.
Sunday July 4th, 2010 – music from 4-8pm
The Eldorados. @ 7pm
The Poontones. @ 6pm
Grooming the Crow @ 5pm
The Everlovin. @ 4pm
Thee Parkside
1600 …

AAA’s Tipsy Tow Program offers a free tow for drinking drivers in Northern California – members and non-members – from 6pm July 4, 2010 until 6am July 5, in Northern California, Nevada and Utah.
For Tipsy Tow, call (800) 222-4357 (AAA-HELP) and …

The San Jose Giants are proud to announce they will host the Independence Day Fireworks Show for the residents of San Jose. The celebration will take place at Municipal Stadium on July 4th following the 95.3 KRTY’s All-American Country Jam. The …

The historic World War II Liberty ship the S.S. Jeremiah O’Brien hosts a dockside 2010 fireworks display viewing party. Watch the SF Fireworks from the deck for $20 per person (includes complimentary hot dog,  and beverages.
This ship is docked just behind Fisherman’s Wharf and …

Pittsburg celebrates Fourth of July 2010 with a fireworks display on the Marina at dusk. No details on the Pittsburg city website yet, other than a basic listing saying the event is taking place again for 2010 thanks to the sponsorship of USS Posco Industries …

Want to see a good old fashioned mini fireworks show in the street – the kind you used to have as a kid?
Farley’s Coffee (a cute community coffee house in Potrero Hill) is hosting their annual “San and Sane” July 4th Fireworks show in the …