Fourth of July pyrotechnics to be found countywide

South Bay

• Independence Day in Chula Vista
The city of Chula vista is sponsoring a free firework display at 9 p.m. at the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center, 2800 Olympic Parkway. The event is provided by CVEATC, and simultaneous music will accompany fireworks at 100.7 BIG FM.
CVEATC accommodated 5,000 and 600 vehicles.
Launched from the athlete training grounds, excellent viewing of the fireworks is available at the CVEATC and nearby Mountain Hawk Park. Parking is free and gates will open at 7 p.m. Please be aware of several restrictions: alcohol, pop-up tents, grills and umbrellas are not allowed on the premises, and all animals and drones are strictly prohibited at the Training Center. Attendees may bring blankets, portable chairs and snacks. Several food trucks will be on site for food purchases.
Additional Parking:
New Hope Community Church, 2720 Olympic Parkway
Mountain Hawk Park, 1475 Lake Crest Lane
Opens at 7:30 a.m. on July 4 and can accommodate 3,000 people. Street parking is available on a first-come basis. Park rules include no charcoal grills, no glass bottles, or tents. All city parks will close at 10 p.m.

• Imperial Beach
Light up THE SKY
7 p.m. – Marine Band San Diego Brass Band
Fireworks
Pier Plaza at 9 p.m.
Parks and beach hours: 7 a.m.
zzz10 p.m.

San Diego Bay

• Big Bay Boom Fireworks San Diego Bay
9 p.m., Musical simulcast on 101.5 KGB
Where to watch:
• Shelter Island
• Harbor Island
• North Embarcadero
• Marina District
• Coronado Ferry Land
ing
• Boating/On the Water

East CountY

• Santee Salutes
Town Center Community Park East
550 Park Center Drive, Santee
2-10 p.m.
Parking. Limited. Fee parking at Costco, shuttle service not provided.
Advanced parking purchase required. $10. https://city-of-santee-events.square.site/
2 p.m. – parking lots and Fun Zone open
Fun Zone – cash only. ATM onsite. $2 per ticket, $50 for 28 tickets.
3:45 p.m. – San Diego Salute Formation Flying Team flyover
4 p.m. – Food vendors and Riverwalk Grill open
6 p.m. – Patriotic ceremony
6:30 p.m. 80z All Stars Concert
9 p.m. -Fireworks

• Santee 4th of July Porch Decorating Contest
Submit a photo of your home or yard decorated for the 4th of July by noon, July 4 to SpecialEvents@CityofSanteeCA.gov and win a shelter rental at the Santee park of your choice.

• El Cajon
Kennedy Park
1675 E Madison Avenue, El Cajon
9 p.m. – Fireworks

• Lakeside
Fourth annual Spontaneous Drive-thru 4th of July Parade

•Maine Avenue
Decorate your vehicle and meet at the Lakeside VFW Post 5867, 12650 Lindo Lane, at 9 a.m. Parade starts at 9:55 a.m.
VFW opens at 11 a.m. for lunch.
This parade is in honor of Betty McMillan. Founder of the Maine Avenue Revitalization Association. 1939 – 2022

•Lake Murray Fireworks and Musicfest
Lake Murray Community Park
7001 Murray Park Drive, San Diego
11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Musicfest
9 p.m. Fireworks