Where to See 4th of July Fireworks, Parades, & Family Events Near Sacramento 2025
Don your red, white, and blue and celebrate the 4th of July in Sacramento. From parades to family festivals, there are tons of awesome things to do on Independence Day in the Sacramento area.
Kids are mesmerized by fireworks, and watching fireworks on 4th of July is a must-do tradition for many families, making it one of the activities on my Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Kids in Sacramento. From Elk Grove to Davis to a two-day carnival and circus in Rancho Cordova, there are tons of places to see fireworks on the 4th of July!
If fireworks aren’t your thing, there are many fun activities and things to do in Sacramento on the 4th of July with kids. Drive over to the California Automobile Museum for a family-friendly festival. The Sacramento Zoo will host a $10 community day, and kids can participate in games at a Fourth of July Carnival.
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Where to See 4th of July Fireworks Near Sacramento
Celebrate America is an annual two-day festival in Rocklin taking place on June 27-28, 2025. Each night will conclude with a fireworks show at 8pm.
The Stars & Stripes Celebration will take place at Van Maren Park in Citrus Heights on Saturday, June 28, 2025. There will be a kids zone, live music, food trucks, and a fireworks show.
With a carnival, circus, and fireworks, Rancho Cordova will have the ultimate two-day family-friendly 4th of July celebration on July 3-4, 2025.
The City of Winters celebrates the 4th of July a day early with 3rd of July fireworks. The celebration begins at 5pm and the fireworks show will take place at 9:15pm. There will be vendors and food trucks.
The Fireworks Celebration in Woodland will take place on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Fireworks will kick off at 9:15pm. Family-friendly activities will include inflatables and games.
Davis will have its 2025 Fourth of July at Community Park. This free event will include a free game zone and live music. A 15-minute fireworks show will occur at 9:35pm.
Celebrate 4th of July in Roseville @the Grounds. The fireworks show will take place between 9:15-9:30pm. There will be kids activities and games. Gates open at 4pm.
4th of July fireworks in Lodi have been canceled as a result of the devastating Yolo County warehouse fire. (CANCELED) 4th of July fireworks in 2025 will occur at Lodi Lake. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:30pm, after dark. Gates will open at 4pm. Food vendors will be available on-site from 4-9pm.
Celebrate 4th of July in Elk Grove at the Salute to the Red, White and Blue at Elk Grove Regional Park. A drone show and fireworks show will take place at 9:30pm. There will be food trucks, a bike parade, and a concert before the fireworks.
4th of July fireworks will take place in Lincoln at McBean Park. There will also be a kids zone, entertainment, and more.
As part of their Independence Day Celebration, Galt will have a free fireworks show on July 4, 2025 at Veterans Field. The fireworks show begins at 9:30pm.
The Red, White, & Brew 4th of July party will take place at Drake’s: The Barn. Fireworks from the Athletics vs Giants game at Sutter Health Park will be viewable. Kids are allowed at the event.
See 4th of July fireworks in Galt from the pool at the Gora Aquatic Center. Fireworks in the Pool is a unique 4th of July event.
What’s more American than watching a baseball game on the 4th of July?! The A’s play the San Francisco Giants at home in Sacramento at Sutter Health Park on July 4, 2025. Patriotic post-game fireworks will take place at the stadium.
4th of July Parades in Sacramento
The City of Roseville will have a 4th of July parade starting at 9am. The parade will begin at the intersection of Vernon/Riverside/Douglas. The parade will last for about 1 hour. After the parade, walk over to Royer Park for a 4th of July Celebration at 10am.
The annual 4th of July Parade in Lincoln will begin at 9am. The Parade will start at 640 5th Street and march through downtown Lincoln, celebrating the Lincoln’s Rotary Club’s 100th year anniversary.
Wear your red, white, and blue and celebrate the 4th of July at the Independence Day Celebration Parade in Galt. The parade begins at 9:30am. The parade starts at Civic Dr and Caroline Ave.
The annual Arden Park 4th of July Bike Parade kicks off at 10am on July 4, 2025. A family-friendly festival will take place after the parade back at Arden Park. There will be a kids zone with inflatables and live music.
The Rancho Cordova 4th of July Parade begins at 10am from Coloma Rd at Cordova Lane on July 4, 2025. The parade will span 1.5 miles.
A bike parade will proceed from Heritage Plaza in Woodland on July 4, 2025 at 10am. Party in the Park at Freeman Park will begin after the parade until 12pm. There will be bounce houses, games, and free snow cones.
The beloved Pocket/Greenhaven 4th of July Parade will take place on July 4th at 10am. The parade will begin at the corner of Windbridge and South Land Park Drive, and end at Garcia Bend Park.
The Sacramento Yacht Club will have a “Red, White & Crew” boat parade on July 4, 2025 at 1:30pm. The boat parade will float along the Sacramento River and begin at the Sacramento Marina. It will travel upriver through Old Sacramento to the Virgin Sturgeon and then return via the same route.
Family-Friendly 4th of July Events & Festivals
The Sacramento Zoo will have a $10 Community Day on July 3 & 4, 2025. Visit animals in Land Park on the 4th of July.
Celebrate Independence Day at the Annual River Park Fourth of July festivities. The day will be packed with family-friendly activities that include a Kids Run, Classic Car Parade, Kids Firecracker & Bike Parade, a Kids Carnival, and more.
A 4th of July pancake breakfast will occur in Woodland from 8-11am. Proceeds from the breakfast will support the Woodland Fire Volunteer Support Branch.
Celebrate 4th of July in Sacramento at the California Automobile Museum. The day will include a Red, White, and Blue mini car show with various automobiles, activities for kids, museum exploration, and food will be available to purchase.
A 4th of July Celebration will take place in Royer Park in Roseville at 10am after the City of Roseville 4th of July parade. There will be kids activities and games, live music, and more. Food will available to purchase on-site.
Boat rentals will be available by reservation on 4th of July at Lodi Boathouse from 12-6pm. Online reservations are required for rentals.
The Alley in Elk Grove will have a 4th of July special of $25 bowling per lane, per hour from 12pm-7pm.
Take the kids to a Fourth of July Carnival for the afternoon on July 4, 2025 at the Christine Thompson Aquatic Center. This family-friendly event will have game booths with prizes, arts and crafts, temporary tattoos, and treats like nachos and ice cream.
Celebrate 4th of July at the pool in Woodland! Swim Fest will take place at Charles Brooks Community Swim Center from 1-4pm. There will be a floating inflatable obstacle course. Admission is free.
Set sail on the 4th of July on a family-friendly cruise along the Sacramento River, taking in scenic sights from the water.
