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Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 5K run or walk along the Northern portion of the San Francisco Bay Trail. This chip-timed event features a reversed route starting in Rodeo and is limited to 250 participants, with registration fees starting at $40 and free entry for children aged 5 and under.

Local Event: Rodeo Hercules 4th Of July 5K Run/Walk

Hercules

Rodeo Hercules 4th Of July 5K Run/Walk

Celebrate Independence Day with a scenic 5K run or walk along the Northern portion of the San Francisco Bay Trail. This...

Downtown Fairfield

Gather in Downtown Fairfield for a star-spangled morning featuring festive floats, marching bands, classic cars, and dancers. This historic celebration kicks off with the lighting of the restored Fairfield Arch and serves as a local highlight of the nation's 250th anniversary of independence.

Local Event: Fairfield 2026 Independence Day Parade

Fairfield

Fairfield 2026 Independence Day Parade

Gather in Downtown Fairfield for a star-spangled morning featuring festive floats, marching bands, classic cars, and dancers....

Tennessee Street & El Dorado Street

Vallejo's&nbsp;171st July 4th Parade&nbsp;
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 10 a.m.
Starts at&nbsp;Tennessee and El Dorado streets, Vallejo, CA<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">From Vallejo Parade Association</a>: "Join us for a spectacular 2026 July 4th celebration in Vallejo!
"The parade begins at the intersection of Tennessee St. and El Dorado St., proceeds along Sonoma Blvd, turns onto Georgia St., and concludes at the intersection of Georgia St. and Santa Clara St."
<a href="https://vallejojuly4.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>
-- Image via Shutterstock

Local Event: Vallejo July 4th Parade 2026: Vallejo

Vallejo

Vallejo July 4th Parade 2026: Vallejo

Vallejo's 171st July 4th Parade 
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 10 a.m.
Starts at Tennessee and El Dorado streets, Vallejo, CAFrom...

City of Calistoga

Celebrate America's 250th birthday at Calistoga's historic century-old parade featuring festive floats and local organizations with plenty of hometown spirit. This year's Semiquincentennial theme honors the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence along Lincoln Avenue.

Local Event: Calistoga 2026 4th of July Parade

Calistoga 2026 4th of July Parade

Celebrate America's 250th birthday at Calistoga's historic century-old parade featuring festive floats and local organizations...

Suisun Waterfront

4th of July Celebration 2026Saturday, Juny 4, 2026 - 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
<a href="https://www.suisun.com/Events-directory/4th-of-July-Celebration-2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From Suisun City</a>:
"Join us at the Suisun City Waterfront on Saturday, July 4, 2026 for an unforgettable Independence Day celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday! This year’s event will feature a full day of fun, entertainment, food, and community spirit as we come together to celebrate one of the most meaningful holidays of the year in a big way.
"Enjoy a lively lineup of food trucks, carnival rides, community performances, a live concert, and a spectacular fireworks show to close out the night. The celebration will run from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., with carnival rides and vendors open from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., community acts taking the stage from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and fireworks lighting up the sky from 9:15 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
"We’re excited to welcome this year’s featured musical acts: Pop Rocks, West Coast Strut, and Vixen Strut. These performances will bring high-energy entertainment and help set the tone for a festive day at the waterfront. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, the rides, or the fireworks, there will be something for everyone to enjoy."Celebrate the 4th of July with your family, friends, and neighbors at the Suisun City Waterfront as we honor our nation’s past, present, and future with a day full of celebration, community, and fireworks."<a href="https://www.suisun.com/Events-directory/4th-of-July-Celebration-2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>-- Image via Shutterstock

Local Event: 4th Of July Celebration 2026: Suisun City

4th Of July Celebration 2026: Suisun City

4th of July Celebration 2026Saturday, Juny 4, 2026 - 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
From Suisun City:
"Join us at the Suisun City...

Independence Park, 20 Benton Way, American Canyon, CA, 94503

<h3>American Canyon 4th of July Parade and Fireworks</h3><h3>Event Schedule</h3>
3 PM - Parade Join us for a parade traveling from Elliott Drive to Amarillo Drive 4 PM - Festival Begins Enjoy live music, free activities, and delicious food from local vendors.&nbsp; Fireworks at Dusk Join the City of American Canyon for an action-packed&nbsp;<a href="https://www.americancanyon.gov/Live/Community-Calendar/4th-of-July" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Independence Day</a> featuring a parade from Elliott Drive to Amarillo Drive, followed by a festival and fireworks. Enjoy live musical performances by Threshing Floor, Los Cochinos, and Papa Joe &amp; The New Deal, along with Soro's Dance Party, concluding with a spectacular fireworks show at dusk.


To sign up for the 4th of July Parade Entry, click&nbsp;<a href="https://secure.rec1.com/CA/american-canyon-ca/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQyNjQ2OTk=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a>.

Local Event: 4th of July Celebration: American Canyon

Napa County

American Canyon

4th of July Celebration: American Canyon

American Canyon 4th of July Parade and FireworksEvent Schedule
3 PM - Parade Join us for a parade traveling from Elliott Drive...

Two anniversaries. One unforgettable night. Join us July 4th on Mare Island for the Spirit Ship Celebration!

This Independence Day, Mare Island lights up for a night worth remembering. Join us for the Spirit Ship Celebration — an evening marking two extraordinary milestones: America's 250th birthday and Vallejo's 175th anniversary.
Kick off the evening with live music from The Floorshakers, magic by Brian Scott, food trucks, refreshing drinks, and a dedicated kids' zone — then watch the sky come alive with a custom drone light show to close the night. Tickets are affordable and limited — grab yours before they're gone.
Two and a half centuries of American history. 175 years of Vallejo. One spectacular evening on the waterfront that helped shape them both.

Local Event: Mare Island's July 4th Spirit Ship Celebration 

Mare Island's July 4th Spirit Ship Celebration 

Two anniversaries. One unforgettable night. Join us July 4th on Mare Island for the Spirit Ship Celebration!

This Independence...

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The location is just moments from Martinez’s vibrant downtown, where local shops, restaurants, breweries, the popular farmers market, bocce ball courts, parks, hiking trails, the marina, and Amtrak are all close by.
Convenient access to I-680 and Highway 4 makes commuting and regional travel simple. Featuring a cozy home and detached garage, this property offers charm, potential, and an exceptional setting.
Whether you’re looking to renovate, customize, or invest in Martinez, 1546 Azalea Avenue is ready for its next chapter.
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Fixer Upper Coming Soon to Martinez

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