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Julian Fourth of July Parade
Saturday, July 4, 2026&nbsp;- 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Main Street, Julian, CA
<a href="https://www.julianparade.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From Julian Parade:</a> 
"On the 4th of July, Julian honors our nation’s birthday with a salute to the men and women who made our country great, both domestically and militarily.&nbsp; For more than twenty years, Julian residents, their friends and parade lovers from all over have lined up on the town’s Main Street to wave their flags, cheer the marching bands, salute the Marine Color Guard, and carry a giant American Flag down the thoroughfare.&nbsp;"We will be honoring all Julian Pie Companies as the Grand Marshal of the 2026 parade 							under the Theme: As American as Apple Pie"Past dignitaries include: Sally Snipes, The Historical Society, Jim Mazzone, the first person to organize the Julian Parade; Other dignitaries include: Ramona Senior Center, Veterans from the American Legion; and Miss Julian and her court. Antique cars, vintage tractors, belly dancers, World War 2 Submariners, and several comedy entries will appear to complete a fun well rounded hometown parade."9:00 AM – Main Street in Julian closes to vehicles
"9:25AM - Welcome by Jim Kealy - Chaplain of the American legion Post 468
"9:30AM - Pie-eating contest signups begin at the Main Stage
"9:35AM - History with George Washington and Patrick Henry
"9:55AM - Welcome by California State Assembly member Carl DeMaio
"10:00AM - Doves &amp; Desperados Performance
"10:25AM - Two Pie-eating contests: 5 adults and 5 kids. (Thank you, Julian Pie Company for donating the pies!)
"10:50AM - Musical performance - San Diego Firefighters, Emerald Society Pipes &amp; Drums, 525 Brass Band and&nbsp;Sidle Entertainment Drum-line Band

"11:30AM - Anyone wishing to help carry the Flag down Main Street, please meet at the intersection of Main Street and C Street
"11:35AM - Raffle drawing winner announcement
"11:50AM - The National Anthem by Anndrea Retz
"11:55AM - The Flag is carried down Main Street
"12:00Noon - Enjoy watching a fly-over of vintage airplanes. The parade begins after the enormous American Flag has been carried, by the 				&nbsp; &nbsp; audience, down Main Street"After the parade, spend the day enjoying other events that day in Julian:
<ul><li>The historic quilt show put on by the Julian Woman’s Club as well as a raffle for a one of a kind quilt designed by the queen of quilt making, Eleanor Burns.</li><li>A mouth watering, deep pit barbecue and dance for $15.00 per person.&nbsp; Hosted by the <a href="https://www.lincolndemingpost468.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">American Legion</a>, from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm. There will be live music until 8:00 pm.</li><li>The merchants will be open after the parade for your shopping and eating enjoyment.</li></ul>
"Our parade is quite popular so it is suggested that you arrive early to catch the pre-parade activities that start at 9:30 am. Some parade “goers“ set out chairs the night before to enable them to get a good spot.

"Please note that Main Street closes to traffic at 9:00 am. Follow directions to the nearest parking lot. FREE Public toilets are available at the old bank parking lot and behind the town hall."



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Local Event: 4th Of July Parade 2026: Julian

Julian

4th Of July Parade 2026: Julian

Julian Fourth of July Parade
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 9 a.m.-8 p.m.
Main Street, Julian, CA
From Julian Parade: 
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Old Poway Park & Railroad

Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road, Poway, CA 
<a href="https://poway.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=5343&amp;month=7&amp;year=2026&amp;day=4&amp;calType=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From City of Poway:</a> 
"Bring your family and friends to Old Poway Park and celebrate our country’s independence “turn of the 20th century" style."Old Fashioned Fourth features patriotic entertainment, free children's crafts, train displays, and old-fashioned games. Tasty treats and train rides are available for a nominal fee. Free shuttles available starting at 9:30 a.m. from Poway Adult School and Poway City Hall."


<a href="https://poway.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=5343&amp;month=7&amp;year=2026&amp;day=4&amp;calType=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>
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Local Event: Old Fashioned Fourth Of July Celebration 2026: Old Poway Park, Poway

Old Fashioned Fourth Of July Celebration 2026:...

Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Road, Poway, CA...

Old Fashioned Fourth Of July Celebration 2026: Old Poway Park, Poway

Ramona Outdoor Community Center

Fourth of July Family Picnic and Fireworks Show
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 1-9 p.m.

Ramona Outdoor Community Center,&nbsp;421 Aqua Lane Ramona, CA
<a href="https://ramonachamber.com/fireworks/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From Ramona Chamber of Commerce</a>:
"Let’s celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s Independence with a bang at a new location!&nbsp;"We have partnered with the Ramona Rotary, Kiwanis, Municipal Water District, and Lions Club to make this year’s annual even bigger and better at the Ramona Outdoor Community Center – 421 Aqua Ln."The fun begins at 1pm with local food, craft and commercial vendors, fun activities, plenty of shade, VIP section, and more!&nbsp;"Admission and parking are free!"



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Local Event: 4th Of July Family Picnic And Fireworks Show 2026: Ramona Outdoor Community Center, Ramona

4th Of July Family Picnic And Fireworks Show...

Fourth of July Family Picnic and Fireworks Show
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 1-9 p.m.

Ramona Outdoor Community Center, 421 Aqua...

4th Of July Family Picnic And Fireworks Show 2026: Ramona Outdoor Community Center, Ramona

Town Center Park East

Santee Salutes
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 2-10 p.m.
<ul><li>Fireworks at 9 p.m.</li></ul>
Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive, Santee, CA
<a href="https://www.cityofsanteeca.gov/calendar/events/santee-salutes---america250/46207" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From City of Santee</a>:
"Event Timeline:"2:00 PM -&nbsp;Parking Lots Open
"3:00 PM - Shuttle Buses begin from Costco to event site
"4:00 PM -&nbsp;Food Vendors | Riverwalk Grill Open
"6:00 PM - Santee Salutes America's 250th Ceremony | Color Guard
"8:15 PM - Last shuttle leaves Costco before the fireworks display
"6:30 - 9:00 PM -&nbsp;Live Entertainment (TBA)
"9:00 PM -&nbsp;Fireworks Display • Music Available on SanteeTV
"9:30 - 11:00 PM - Return shuttles to Costco"
<a href="https://www.cityofsanteeca.gov/calendar/events/santee-salutes---america250/46207" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>
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Local Event: Santee Salutes 2026: Town Center Community Park East, Santee

Santee Salutes 2026: Town Center Community Park...

Santee Salutes
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 2-10 p.m.
Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Town Center Community Park East, 550 Park Center Drive,...

Santee Salutes 2026: Town Center Community Park East, Santee

Kennedy Park

July 4th Fireworks
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 3-10 p.m.
<ul><li>Fireworks: 9 p.m.</li></ul>
Kennedy Park, 1675 E. Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA
From <a href="https://www.elcajon.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/3983/478?curm=7&amp;cury=2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">City of El Cajon</a>:
"The City of El Cajon will host fireworks on July 4th at 9:00 pm at Kennedy Park. Other free activities will be offered as well including:
"3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Train Rides
"3:00 PM - 7:00 PM Arts and Crafts and Family Games
"3:00 PM - 9:00 PM 35 Productions with DJ Danny
"9:00 PM Fireworks
"For more information, please call (619) 441-1699."
<a href="https://www.elcajon.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/3983/478?curm=7&amp;cury=2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>&nbsp;
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Local Event: July 4th Fireworks 2026: El Cajon

El Cajon

July 4th Fireworks 2026: El Cajon

July 4th Fireworks
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 3-10 p.m.
Fireworks: 9 p.m.
Kennedy Park, 1675 E. Madison Ave., El Cajon, CA
From...

Poway High School

Fourth of July Fireworks
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 6-10 p.m.
Poway High School, 15500 Espola Road, Poway, CAPoway Sportsplex, 12349 McIvers Court, Poway, CA
<a href="https://poway.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=5784&amp;month=7&amp;year=2026&amp;day=4&amp;calType=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From City of Poway:</a>
"Enjoy two spectacular firework shows as they light up the sky over the Poway High School Stadium and Poway Sportsplex at 9:00pm."Gates at Poway High School open at 6:00pm for games, activities, and a DJ spinning the tunes. No registration is required, please pay at the gate. Please arrive early to allow plenty of time for parking.


"Fireworks will also be set off over Poway Sportsplex (12349 McIvers Court). The Poway Sportsplex will not be open to view the fireworks. Please see the link to the parking map below."Lake Poway is open to the public on July 4 and will stay open as a viewing area for the fireworks at the high school. Please be aware that viewing is limited from the lake this year as the ballfield is closed as part of the water infrastructure capital improvement program. Parking is $10 for non-residents. Residents and active military members (with ID) are free.<a href="https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/466fbb7ac8b741eb826e1640cfdc5f58/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>"<a href="https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/466fbb7ac8b741eb826e1640cfdc5f58/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">A parking map for fireworks viewing is online</a>."
<a href="https://poway.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=5784&amp;month=7&amp;year=2026&amp;day=4&amp;calType=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>
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Local Event: Fourth Of July Fireworks 2026: Poway High School And Poway Sportsplex, Poway

Fourth Of July Fireworks 2026: Poway High...

Fourth of July Fireworks
Saturday, July 4, 2026 - 6-10 p.m.
Poway High School, 15500 Espola Road, Poway, CAPoway Sportsplex,...

Fourth Of July Fireworks 2026: Poway High School And Poway Sportsplex, Poway

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