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Wednesday, July 1

Hometown Free Comedy Night & Happy Hour | Emeryville
Wednesday, July 1 – 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with an RSVP
| Hometown Heroes
Hometown Free Comedy Night & Happy Hour | Emeryville

Thursday, July 2

Lower Polk / TL Art Walk | Trendyloin
Thursday, July 2 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Lower Polk/Gulch Corridor
Lower Polk / TL Art Walk | Trendyloin
Sadderday: An Emo/Pop-Punk/Screamo Dance Party | SF
Thursday, July 2 – 9:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Pop's Bar

Friday, July 3

Sebastopol’s 3rd of July Fireworks Extravaganza Festival | 2026
Friday, July 3 – 4:00 pm | Cost: $20*
*$20 for adult admission
| 390 Morris St
Sebastopol's 3rd of July Fireworks Extravaganza Festival | 2026

2026 3RD OF JULY FIREWORKS & MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA!
Our only fundraiser of the year and all profits are donated back to the community! Thanks to all who come out for the best party of the year!
You are invited to Sebastopol’s July 3rd Fireworks & Music Extravaganza, …

San Francisco Bike Party (First Fridays)
Friday, July 3 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE
San Francisco Bike Party (First Fridays)

Saturday, July 4

Novato’s 4th of July Parade | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 9:00 am | Cost: FREE | Downtown Novato
Novato's 4th of July Parade | 2026

Welcome to the 2026 Novato 4th of July Parade!Theme: Semiquincentennial
From the creativity of our floats to the beat of our bands, the pride in our hearts is louder than any drumline. Whether you’re a longtime local or visiting for the first time—thank you for being …

Napa’s 4th of July Parade | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 9:00 am | Cost: FREE | Downtown Napa
Napa's 4th of July Parade | 2026

NAPA 4th OF JULY PARADE
America 250: Unite for Good
Join us for an amazing Napa 4th of July Parade by Sunrise Rotary!

Bring your creativity, energy, and hometown spirit to this year’s 4th of July Parade!

Floats, performers, musicians & community groups welcome
Music and movement encouraged
Family-friendly, Independence Day-themed …

Bolinas vs. Stinson Beach Annual Tug of War Battle | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 9:00 am | Cost: FREE
Bolinas vs. Stinson Beach Annual Tug of War Battle | 2026

A Point Reyes core tracking class with Richard Vacha meets today from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Point Reyes Station. $50. For information and registration, email rwvacha@horizoncable.com.
The Point Reyes Farmers Market takes place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Toby’s Feed Barn, in Point Reyes Station. …

Inverness’ 4th of July Foot Races & Festivities | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 9:00 am | Cost: FREE | Inverness Way
Inverness' 4th of July Foot Races & Festivities | 2026

Inverness’ 4th of July festivities take place from 9 am–1 pm and features its annual foot races for the whole family, from toddlers to adults. Festivities happen on Inverness Way near the fire station. For more info, visit their website.
Source: Marin Mommies

Los Altos Hills 4th of July Red, White & Blue Parade | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 9:30 am | Cost: FREE
Los Altos Hills 4th of July Red, White & Blue Parade | 2026

Come join us for the fourteenth annual Los Altos Hills 4th of July Parade.
No 2026 specific info but here’s what typically happens each year:
We will gather at Town Hall from 9:00 to 9:30 am. Our red, white, and blue march will start at 10:00 am. …

San Jose’s Rose, White & Blue Parade & Street Festival | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 9:45 am | Cost: FREE | San Jose (The Alameda)
San Jose's Rose, White & Blue Parade & Street Festival | 2026

Mark your calendars! The Rose, White & Blue Parade and Festival will return for its 19th year on Saturday, July 4, 2026!
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Car Cruise: 9:45am
Parade: 10am – Approx. 12pm
Festival: 11am – 2pm
FREE and Open to The Public

The Parade Map

Parade Kickoff: 9:45am

The RW&B Parade …

Los Altos | Glorious 4th of July Park Festival in Shoup Park | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but bring cash for food and activities
Los Altos | Glorious 4th of July Park Festival in Shoup Park | 2026

Glorious 4th Independence Day Celebration

Join the Parks & Recreation department on Saturday, July 4, from 10 AM – 2 PM for our annual Glorious 4th Independence Day Celebration at Shoup Park! Celebrate with live music, games, activities, and more! This is a free event and …

Ross | Fourth of July Parade Celebration & Picnic | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Ross Common Park
Ross | Fourth of July Parade Celebration & Picnic | 2026

Annual Ross 4th of July Celebration 2026
Come join the fun at the Town of Ross 4th of July parade and celebration on Saturday, July 4th, 2026.  The parade kicks off the celebration at 10:00 am with Ross PD, Fire, music, Uncle Sam himself, esteemed members …

Petaluma | 4th of July Bells, Brides and Bubbly | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE | Petaluma Historical Library & Museum
Petaluma | 4th of July Bells, Brides and Bubbly | 2026

An uplifting morning of music, history, community, and the ringing of the historic Korbel Bell.
Saturday, July 4  •  10 AM – 12 PM
Petaluma Historical Library & Museum
20 4th Street (Corner of 4th and B St.)
Free – Reservations Requested
Join us for the Petaluma Museum’s annual July …

Healdsburg’s 4th of July Kids Parade and Duck Dash | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 10:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Free
| Healdsburg Plaza
Healdsburg's 4th of July Kids Parade and Duck Dash | 2026

Hundreds of families and kids of all ages come downtown for the annual Fourth of July Kids’ Parade and Duck Dash in the Healdsburg Plaza co-hosted by the Rotary Club of Healdsburg Sunrise and the City of Healdsburg. The event is a fun attraction for the Healdsburg …

Menlo Park’s 4th of July Parade & Festival | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 10:45 am | Cost: FREE | Menlo Park
Menlo Park's 4th of July Parade & Festival | 2026

Bring your picnic basket and blanket, come dressed in red, white, and blue, and get ready to celebrate the 4th of July and California 175/America 250 with a people parade, community picnic, and free, all-new shows by Circus Bella.
Register here for a chance to win …

Calistoga’s 4th of July Parade, Festival & Laser Light Show | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Pioneer Park
Calistoga’s 4th of July Parade, Festival & Laser Light Show | 2026

Calistoga’s century old 4th of July Parade returns to Lincoln Avenue. This year’s theme, Calistoga Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday, recognizes the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, also known as the Semiquincentennial. The parade features festive floats, local organizations, …

Palo Alto’s Summer Fest: 41st Annual Chili Cook-Off | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Mitchell Park
Palo Alto's Summer Fest: 41st Annual Chili Cook-Off  | 2026

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday and join us for the annual 4th of July Chili Cook Off and Summer Festival. Check out Bay Area food trucks, beer and margaritas for adults, games, activities & inflatables for kids, live entertainment, featuring the classic sounds of “Good Time …

Felton | Old-Timey 4th of July Celebration at Roaring Camp | 2026 Felton | Old-Timey 4th of July Celebration at Roaring Camp | 2026

This 4th of July, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Join us in the Town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities and live music.

REDWOOD FOREST STEAM TRAIN

DURATION | 75 mins

Travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up …

Milpitas 4th of July Fireworks & Concert | 2026 Milpitas 4th of July Fireworks & Concert | 2026

Milpitas’ Fourth of July Red, White, and Boom is back and bigger than ever. Each year, the residents and visitors come together to celebrate America’s birthday at our largest annual event. This year’s celebration is especially meaningful as our nation marks the 250th anniversary of …

Santa Rosa’s “Fired Up Freedom” Fireworks Celebration + Pillow Fights | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*$10 general admission
| Sonoma County Fairgrounds
Santa Rosa's "Fired Up Freedom" Fireworks Celebration + Pillow Fights | 2026

Red, White and Pillow Fights

Neighbor & Community Message

FIREWORKS, PILLOW FIGHTS, MUSIC, FOOD & BEVERAGES
Get ready to spark your spirit with Red, White & Pillow Fights this Fourth of July at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds as we celebrate 250 years of American independence! Join us for an …

Kenwood’s 4th of July Fireworks Hike: View 16 Different Shows | 2026
Saturday, July 4 – 7:00 pm | Cost: $80 | Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
Kenwood's 4th of July Fireworks Hike: View 16 Different Shows | 2026

Join Team Sugarloaf and Sonoma Ecology Center and climb one of the tallest mountains in Sonoma Valley—Bald Mountain—and enjoy a spectacular vantage point to view as many as 16 different fireworks displays! This strenuous hike covers approximately 6.5 miles roundtrip with over 1500 ft. elevation …