The Biggest Fireworks Shows in the Bay Area (2023)
Here’s our list of the biggest fireworks shows in the Bay Area for 2023
By Johnny Funcheap - posted 7/3/2023
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San Francisco
As long as the fog stays away, this is an awesome synchronized fireworks show that’s typically set off from two barges north of Pier 39 and Aquatic Park. Watch from Coit Tower, Tank Hill, Bernal Heights or the piers at the end of Fort Mason. July 4, 2023
View the SF fireworks from: Angel Island (not yet confirmed for 2023) | Aboard an aircraft carrier
Concord
Come out and enjoy Concord’s Home Town Parade, Picnic taking place at Todos Santos Plaza followed by an evening festival and fireworks at Mt. Diablo High School (only three blocks from Todos Santos Plaza), on July 4, 2023.
San Jose
Celebrating their 105th year, the Rotary Club brings fireworks back to the Bay Area’s biggest city (yes, much bigger than SF) with a big fireworks show on Discovery Meadow. July 4, 2023 – Free.
Mountain View
The San Francisco Symphony plays their annual 4th of July show at Shoreline Amphitheater with fireworks sync’d to patriotic music. Tickets start at a super reasonable $18.75 each as part of a 4-pack, or if you don’t care about the symphony, you can view the fireworks for free from anywhere near the amphitheater. July 4, 2023.
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Saturday, July 4
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SATURDAY, JulY 4, 2026 – 10am
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Moraga | Dog Parade & July 4th Fireworks | 2026
July 4 Celebration
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Petaluma’s 4th of July Fireworks | 2026
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Get ready for the most dazzling 4th of July celebration in Benicia!
2026 Benicia Fireworks Info
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