Here is Times of San Diego's annual guide to the fireworks, with your best options on Independence Day, July 4, 2025. The Port of San Diego Big Bay Boom July 4th Fireworks Show is back, promising another spectacular display over San Diego Bay. Fireworks will be discharged simultaneously from barges placed strategically around the Bay off Shelter Island, Harbor Island, Embarcadero North, Marina District and Coronado Ferry Landing. San Diego is celebrating the Fourth of July with celebrations across the county. ABC 10News has put a list together of events in your community. As the United States celebrates its 249th birthday tomorrow, parades, fireworks shows and celebrations of all (stars and) stripes will take place throughout San Diego County. Queen Mary 4th of July Celebration (July 4, Long Beach, CA) A massive event aboard the historic Queen Mary (3–10 p.m.) with decade-themed parties (vintage fairgrounds, 70s disco, futuristic glow bar), live music, and a 15-minute fireworks show over the Long Beach skyline. Tickets: $65 (adults), $45 (kids), $185 (VIP with BBQ and premium viewing). The Port of San Diego’s Big Bay Boom July 4th Fireworks Show benefits the Armed Services YMCA’s family service programs for our military families including our wounded warriors at Naval Medical Center San Diego. Here's a list of events to help plan your holiday, including festivals, parades, live music, fireworks displays and more. Here’s our list of favorite beachside viewpoints, spectacular fireworks shows and other places to go "Fourth" and enjoy the festivities around San Diego. Please note, firework displays and events are subject to change and cancellation. San Diego Annual Big Bay Boom July 4 Fireworks Show Location: Multiple Locations along San Diego Bay Time: 9 SeaWorld's 4th of July celebration. What: Fireworks; Where: SeaWorld San Diego; When: July 3-6; Price: Included with admission.Tickets start at $59.99. Good to Know: The amusement park is hosting Fourth of July at Lake San Marcos: A 4th of July carnival will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with attractions such as mechanical bull rides, dunk tank, rock climbing wall and basketball hoop station Here’s your handy schedule for the best San Diego fireworks displays this Fourth of July, with a full lineup across the County. Grab your lawn chairs and blankets, claim your spot early, and get ready to enjoy the show. There’s no shortage of dazzling displays lighting up the night, from the coast to the inland hills. The Port of San Diego is hosting their Big Bay Boom fireworks show, where fireworks will be discharged from around the bay off Shelter Island, Harbor Island, Embarcadero North, Marina District and The best things to do in San Diego this month, including Fourth of July fireworks, Opening Day at Del Mar, Rady Shell concerts, and more Big Bay Boom Firework Show July 4. Here come the fireworks! San Diego's Big Bay Boom. What: Fireworks; Where: Shelter Island, Harbor Island, North/South Embarcadero and Coronado Landing; When: July 4 at 9 p.m.; Price: Free; Good to know: This annual show What are San Diego’s most exciting 4th of July events in 2025? Two are La Jolla’s drone show and Old Town’s celebration. 15+ more are below! Where can I watch 4th of July fireworks in San Diego in 2025? Enjoy the Big Bay Boom from Shelter Island, Harbor Island or the Embarcadero. What: Fireworks Where: SeaWorld San Diego When: July 3-6, shows at 9:50 p.m. (July 3, 5, 6), extended show at 9:30 p.m. on July 4 Price: Included with admission, tickets start at $59.99 Details: Patriotic soundtrack accompanies the fireworks during SeaWorld’s multi-day celebration. La Jolla Shores 4th of July Drone Show What: Drone show Where: Kellogg Park When: July 4 at sundown Price: Free Here is our list of more than 25 4th of July and Independence Day celebrations, firework shows, and parades taking place all around San Diego County. The Big Bay Boom is the city's signature July 4 fireworks show. Photo: Daniel Knighton/Getty Images It's almost time for fireworks to light up the sky around San Diego! Why it matters: Fourth of July weekend draws hundreds of thousands of locals and visitors to the beaches, bays and parks, and they're looking for a show. P.S.: Keep in mind that current construction along Harbor Drive may cause traffic delays. 2. Coronado 4th of July fireworks. There will be a few 4th of July celebrations in Coronado, like a parade down Orange Ave. (10 AM), patriotic concerts, and fireworks over Glorietta Bay – from 9 PM – near Stingray Point. Mira Mesa fireworks show: In addition to this nighttime fireworks show, a community picnic is from 4 to 9:30 p.m. at Hourglass Field Community Park, 10440 Black Mountain Road. A car show will be
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