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Santa Clara’s 4th of July Picnic, Live Music & Fireworks | 2025

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Friday, July 4, 2025 - 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE
West Valley-Mission College | 3000 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA
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4th of July Celebration

July 4 | 5 – 10 p.m. | Mission College | 3000 Mission College Blvd

Join the City of Santa Clara for a festive, family friendly Fourth of July celebration! Enjoy lawn games, live entertainment, and a wide variety of delicious food from local food trucks. Bring your blanket for a picnic with family and friends.

End the night with a spectacular fireworks show with patriotic music at 9:40pm, courtesy of California’s Great America. We’ll see you there!

Entertainment 2025

Main Stage

Schedule of Events coming soon…

Event Information
  • Event starts at 5 p.m.
  • Security screening opens at 4 p.m.
  • Bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets
  • Coolers are allowed and will be checked at the gates
  • No pets, registered service animals only
  • No staked umbrellas or canopies allowed on the lawn
  • No BBQs
  • No alcohol per Mission College rules
  • No weapons
  • Free Speech is designated outside the venue perimeter
  • Motorists should exercise caution and drive safely in this area
  • Check out the Mission College Interactive Campus Map
Fireworks

Santa Clara’s 4th of July Celebration is being offered to the community for free.

Firework viewing will take place from Mission College’s Central Plaza and will feature patriotic music.

The Santa Clara Fire and Police Departments would like to remind residents that personal fireworks are inherently dangerous and are illegal in the City of Santa Clara. Learn more about the local ordinance on fireworks and how to report illegal fireworks on the Santa Clara Police Department webpage.

Free Speech

Free-speech groups include, but are not limited to, religious, political, social, and charitable organizations. Deadline to submit your application is Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5 p.m.

Free Speech Group Application

Contact Marilu Hernandez at Mhernandez@SantaClaraCA.gov for more information.

Parking Information
Picnic Activities

Enjoy self-directed picnic activities for all ages free of charge!

Challenge each other in Giant Connect 4 or Cornhole and test your steady hand with Giant Jenga.

There’s something for everyone, ensuring endless laughter and memorable moments. Come join the fun!

Prohibited Items

The following items are not permitted at any time:

  • Glass bottles
  • Knives
  • Spiked clothing/jewelry
  • Fireworks/explosives
  • Firearms/ammunition
  • Chemical weapons, mace/pepper spray
  • Unmanned aerial vehicles (drones)
  • Pets, registered service animals only
  • Alcohol beverages
  • Smoking/ vaping
  • BBQs
Visit City Departments and Sponsor Booths

Interested in sponsoring the event? Visit the Sponsorship Page to view the 2025 sponsorship packages.

You and your child’s attendance at any City of Santa Clara Parks & Recreation Department sponsored event constitutes your permission for your photographs to be used for promotional use.

Contact the Community Recreation Center 408-615-3140 or email PRCustomerServe@SantaClaraCA.gov for more information.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, 4th of July, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, Fireworks, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, South Bay
Address: 3000 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA