San Diego County 4th Of July Fireworks: Your 2020 Guide To Events

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA —Independence Day celebrations will look decidedly different this year, as COVID-19 concerns have spurred cancellations of most July 4th parades, carnivals and fireworks extravaganzas throughout the San Diego County region.

More events are canceled than proceeding, to be sure But there still are a smattering of live fireworks shows set to go throughout the area. And some communities are getting creative with home-decorating contests, patriotic, online activities or virtual fireworks programming.

Scroll through the list to see what's near you. Have a safe and Happy Fourth of July, from Patch!

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ALPINE:

• JULY 4: Kiwanis Club's Fourth of July Parade & Festival: canceled.

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CARLSBAD:

• JULY 4: CANCELED: July 4th Fireworks 2020: LEGOLAND. 'Red, White & BOOM!' fun at park may go on if reopening approved for July 1, but no fireworks planned.

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CHULA VISTA:

• JULY 4: July 4th Fests & Fireworks: canceled at Mountain Hawk Park and Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center.

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CORONADO:

• JULY 2-4: Crown City Classic 4th of July Run. Modified version with virtual run option.
• JULY 1: Hotel Del Beach Bash & Fireworks: canceled.
• JULY 3: C4 Foundation's July 3rd Benefit Concert: canceled.
• JULY 4: 4th of July Parade, Concert & Fireworks: canceled.

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DEL MAR:

• JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade 2020: Powerhouse Park: canceled.
• JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration & Fireworks at SD Fair: canceled, along with fair's run through July 5.

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4S Ranch:

• JULY 4: 4th of July Carnival & Fireworks: canceled.

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EL CAJON:

• JULY 4: July 4th Independence Day Fireworks. Show begins at 9 p.m. from John F. Kennedy Park.

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ENCINITAS:

• JULY 4: 4th of July Parade: San Diego Botanic Garden: canceled.

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ESCONDIDO:

• JULY 4: July 4th Safari Cookout 2020: San Diego Zoo Safari Park: canceled.
• JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks & Celebration: canceled at California Center for the Arts. "We look forward to sharing this annual tradition with our community next year."
• JULY 4: July 4th Independence Day Fun At Home. Hosted by California Center for the Arts from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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IMPERIAL BEACH:

• JULY 4: July 4th Independence Day Fireworks & Navy Band: canceled.

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JULIAN:

• JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Festivities 2020: canceled.

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LA JOLLA:

• JULY 4: Bird Rock 4th of July Festival & Parade: No information available whether this event is planned. Check link for possible updates.

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LA MESA:

• JULY 4: Lake Murray July 4th Fireworks & Music Fest: canceled.

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MIRA MESA:

• JULY 4: 4th of July Parade, Family Fun Day & Fireworks: postponed.

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OCEAN BEACH:

• JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks: canceled.

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OCEANSIDE:

• JUNE 27: 25th Annual Independence Parade: canceled.
• JULY 3: Independence Day Fireworks Show: postponed.

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POWAY:

• JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Show. Get your parking permit soon, as limited number available for Lake Poway event.

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RAMONA:

• JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2020: Olive Peirce Middle: canceled.

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RANCHO BERNARDO:

• JULY 4: Spirit Of The Fourth: Parade, Fair, Fun, Fireworks: canceled.

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RANCHO SANTA FE:

• JULY 4: Annual 4th of July Parade & Picnic: No information available whether this event is planned. Check the link for possible updates.

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SAN DIEGO:

• JULY 4: July 4th 'Big Bay Boom' Fireworks TV Special. Live display is canceled, but virtual show will pack entertainment, organizers said.
• JULY 4: Old Town 4th Of July Parade & Celebration: canceled. The park has suspended such events for now.
• JULY 4: 4th Of July Celebration & Fireworks: USS Midway: canceled.
• JULY 4: Fourth of July Fireworks Show: SeaWorld. At present, the park is still uncertain of a reopening date or if fireworks will proceed. Follow link for updates.
• JULY 4: 4th Of July Dinner On Berkeley: Maritime Museum: canceled.
• JULY 4: Lake Murray July 4th Fireworks & Music Fest: canceled.

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SAN MARCOS:

• JULY 4: Fourth Of July Fireworks Extravaganza: canceled.

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SAN YSIDRO:

• Independence Day Festival At The Border: canceled.

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SANTEE:

• JULY 4: July 4th Virtual Concert & Live Fireworks 2020. 80z All Stars concert at home, followed by two live fireworks shows.

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SCRIPPS RANCH:

• JUNE 25 - JULY 15: Scripps Ranch July 4th Freedom Run & Ride Virtual 2020. "Dress up, take pictures, videos and show your 4th of July and community spirit."
• JULY 4: 4th of July Parade & Festivities: As of this posting, parade permit was still pending. Check link for updates.

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UNIVERSITY CITY:

• JULY 4: Annual July 4th Celebration, 5K & Fun Run: canceled.

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VALLEY CENTER:

• JULY 3-4: July 3-4 Western Days & Parade: postponed.

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VISTA:

• JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2020: Brengle Terrace Park. Tickets on sale.

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Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

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