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Fourth of July in Tri-Valley: Fireworks; Music; Parades; Picnics

How will you spend your 4th of July holiday?

Still trying to decide what to do for the Fourth of July holiday on Thursday? Patch has the information you need to find the perfect place to enjoy Independence Day in Tri-Valley. 

Fourth of July Celebration in Pleasanton
This free annual concert and picnic is held at the Lions Wayside Park in Pleasanton on July 4 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Click here for information.

City of San Ramon Invites Residents to 'Celebrate America, Celebrate San Ramon'
Residents are invited to enjoy free music and a flag ceremony at 'Celebrate America, Celebrate San Ramon' on Wednesday, July 4 at 4 p.m. at the Central Park Amphitheater, located at 12501 Alcosta Boulevard in San Ramon. There are no fireworks at this event.

'Run San Ramon Run' in Independence Day
Before hitting the barbecue for the holiday, take part in any one of three runs in San Ramon. Runners or walkers can register for a 3K Fun Walk; 5K Run/Walk; and 10K run by clicking here.

Safe and Sane Fireworks in Dublin

'Safe and Sane' fireworks can be purchased in Dublin for use in three of the designated Dublin parks. Find out where to by those fireworks to use in Dublin by clicking here.  Fireworks are illegal in Livermore, Pleasanton, San Ramon and Danville. The Livermore Police Department has issued a warning to residents about illegal fireworks.

Everybody Loves A Parade In Danville

Looking for a 4th of July parade in the East Bay? Starting at 9 a.m. on July 4, Danville's annual parade will roll through town. Click here for the full parade route.

Fourth of July Family Fun and Fireworks Celebration 

If you are searching for a traditional fireworks display, head out to Livermore. The event will be at Las Positas College on July 4 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Find parking information and ticket prices.

Fourth of July at the Alameda County Fair

Watch in awe or stuff your face by taking part of the annual 'Hot Dog Eating relay' at 11:30 a.m. at the fair. Enjoy the Red, White and Blues Festival for free with your paid fair admission at 7 p.m. There will be no fireworks at the fair on 4th of July but there will be fireworks the day after at 9:30 p.m.

Find fireworks near you on our Bay Area fireworks map.


Staying home and cooking? Need a fun dessert to bring to a party? Check out our Flag Cake blog or our fun and easy 4th of July recipes.

Know of a celebration we are missing? Tell us about it in the comments section below.


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