Ready to have a blast with the family on INDEPENDENCE DAY? Looking for a Parade, a Picnic, Fireworks? Here’s a list of celebrations happening all over Sacramento.
Happy 4th of July!
Carmichael
4th of July Parade
When: Monday, July 4, 2011; 10:30am
Where: Parade route – Begins at Marconi/Fair Oaks, continues down Fair Oaks Boulevard and ends at Cypress/Manzanita.
Cost: FREE
More info: Click here
Spectacular Fireworks Show
Kids Zone with Games, Crafts, Inflatables, Music and much more. Fireworks Show. Carmichael Little League Snack Bar is OPEN!
When: Monday, July 4, 2010; 7:00pm Kids Zone, 9:30pm Fireworks
Where: La Sierra Community Center; 5326 Engle Road, Carmichael
Cost: Kids $5.00 for unlimited access to Kids Zone inflatables, crafts, puppet show and more.
More info: Click here or call (916) 485-5322
Citrus Heights
July 4th Weekend
The Midway of Fun Carnival is back at Sunrise Mall for some summer fun from June 30th – July 4th! Enjoy rides, games and other fun carnival activities! Fireworks show on the 4th of July at dusk.
When: Thursday, June 30 – Monday, July 4, 2011
Where: Sunrise Mall
Cost: Fireworks show FREE, Carnival Rides – Single Tickets: $0.95; 20 Pack: $18.00; All Day Pass: $20.00
More info: Click here
Davis
4th of July Celebration
Free admission at Community Pool; Food and Game Booths; Annual championship softball tournament; Fireworks!
When: Monday, July 4, 2011; Starts at 1:00pm; Fireworks at 9:30pm
Where: Community Park, 1405 F Street, Davis
Cost: FREE
More info: Click here
Elk Grove
A Salute to the Red, White & Blue
The festivities begin at 6pm with live music and food. Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket and have a picnic or BBQ while enjoying the concert in the park. The event will feature Latin and R&B band SOLSA on the main stage at Strauss Island.
When: Monday, July 4, 2011; 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Where: Elk Grove Regional Park; 9950 Elk Grove-Florin Rd., Elk Grove
Cost: FREE, parking $10.00 per vehicle
More info: Click here
Folsom
Folsom Pro Rodeo 4th of July
Steer wrestling, bull and bronco riding, mutton busting, Silver Dollar Dig for kids, Live music and Fireworks show.
When: July 1, 2 and 3, 2011; gates open at 6 p.m.
Where: Folsom City Lions Park, 200 Wool St., Folsom
Cost: General admission is $15-19.50
More Info: Click here
Galt
Independence Day Celebration
Live Music, FUN Zone, Fireworks in the Pool, Sports Tournaments, Bingo, Food and much more! Annual Fireworks Spectacular will start at approximately 9:30 p.m. at Veteran’s Field.
When: Saturday, July 2, 2011; 10:00am – 10:00pm
Where: Galt Sports Complex, skateboard park and city pool
Cost: Free, $5.00 for unlimited access to Fun Zone
More Info: Click here
Greenhaven/Pocket Area
4th of July Parade
When: Monday, July4; 10:00am
Where: Begins at Parkway Oaks Park (next to Lisbon elementary school), Travels along Windbridge Drive, ends at Garcia Bend Park off Pocket Rd.
Rancho Cordova
4th of July Parade
When: Monday, July 4; 10:00am
Where: Parade route – Beginning on Coloma Road at Cordova Lane, the parade proceeds west to Chase Drive and left on Rinda Drive.
More info: Click here
4th of July Celebration
Two-day festival celebrating the local community and our American heritage. It is the signature event for the community. Food, Booths, Exhibits, Kids Zone with petting barn, train, pony rides and petting barn. Carnival rides, Fireworks.
When: Sunday, July 3 and Monday, July 4, 2011; 11:00am-11:00pm
Where: Hagan Park, 2197 Chase Drive, Rancho Cordova
Cost: $2.00 Admission, Kids 5 and under FREE, parking $10.00
More Info: Click here
Roseville
4th of July Celebration
Food, fun and Games for the kids. Live music from The Capitol Pops Concert Band.
When: Monday, July 4th, 2011; 11:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Royer Park, 190 Park Drive, Roseville
Cost: FREE
More Info: Click here
Roseville Fireworks Show
The fireworks will be launched from Sierra View Country Club but the public viewing area will be from the Grandstands and the lawn at the Placer County Fairgrounds. Food will be available for purchase.
When: Monday, July 4, 2011; 9:30 (gates open at 7:00pm)
Where: Placer County Fairgrounds
More info: Click here
Sacramento
River Park Firecracker Parade and Festival
The Firecracker Parade will feature neighborhood kids on bikes, scooters, tricycles and skate boards, dogs, cats and babies in strollers and wagons. Also, a number of parents. The parade also will include a collection of River Park’s old and antique restored cars and trucks. Games, snacks, ice cream in Glen Hall Park following the parade.
When: Monday, July 4, 2011; 8am Fun Run, 10am Car Parade, 11am Firecracker Parade
Where: Glen Hall Park, 5415 Sandburg Drive, Sacramento
Cost: FREE
More info: Click here
Sacramento Independence Celebration
The celebration begins with music provided by 107.9 The End, followed by a spectacular live performance by the United States Air Force Band of the Golden West beginning at 7:30 p.m.! Poppy, the State Fair Mascot, will also be on hand to entertain and delight both young and old. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Arrive early and bring lawn chairs and blankets.
When: Monday, July 4, 2011; Starts at 6:00 p.m.; Fireworks 9:30 p.m.
Where: Cal Expo, East Gate Entrance (located at the intersection of Exposition Blvd. and Challenge Way)
Cost: General admission FREE, parking $10 per vehicle.
More info: Click here
Written by Keilah Woodard
My love for exploring and creating experiences with my three kids led to the founding of SacramentoSidetracks.com in 2009. I realized that Sacramento has so much to offer and I was excited to share my findings with other parents. Besides simply having fun, these are the other positive side effects of taking my kids on outings that I’ve discovered: we have quality time together away from the distractions at home, we cultivate our curiosity, learn new things, conversations are triggered by what we see and do, we connect and bond as a family, and we create new memories. Ready to get sidetracked, too? Let me be your guide!
