July 4, 2026
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8:00 am
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10:00 pm
Spend Independence Day with the City of Cupertino at a full day of community celebrations, family-friendly activities, live music, swimming, and fireworks.
Start the morning with pancakes at Quinlan Community Center, join the flag raising and children’s parade at Memorial Park, enjoy activities and live music, cool off at Blackberry Farm Pool, and end the night with Cupertino’s fireworks show. Whether you join us for one part of the day or make it an all-day celebration, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Find other 4th of July and holiday events in our Holiday events section.
Cupertino 4th of July Schedule
- Pancake Breakfast | 8 to 11 a.m.
- Flag Raising and Children’s Parade | 10 a.m.
- Kids Activities | 10:30 a.m. to noon
- Concert | 10:30 a.m. to noon
- Blackberry Farm Pool | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Fireworks | 9:30 p.m.
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Report Event
Free
Pancake Breakfast and Blackberry Farm Pool $3-$15
July 4, 2026
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11:00 am
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2:30 pm
Celebrate the 250th birthday of the good ole’ USA all weekend long! See some of our native species, from black-tailed prairie dogs to our golden eagle Sierra, plus black bears, grizzly bears and Mexican gray wolf!
Join us on Saturday 7/4 from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. for our 4th of July BBQ on the Playfield Lawn with live music featuring Music Time with Megan!
Join us on Sunday 7/5 from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. for our 4th of July BBQ on the Playfield Lawn with live music by the Volcano Cats featuring Joe, their 7-year-old drummer!
Disclaimer: Verify event details with the organizer or venue, as cancellations, changes, and errors may occur after events are added to our calendar. Report Event
$19 – $32
July 4, 2026
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9:45 am
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2:00 pm
The Rose, White & Blue Parade is a historic community celebration that brings together residents, businesses, and organizations of San José and the greater Bay Area in celebration of diversity, public spirit, and our floral and agricultural heritage.
2026 Schedule:
- Car Cruise: 9:45 am
- Parade: 10 am – Approx. 12 pm
- Festival: 11 am – 2 pm
The Alameda, San José
The RW&B Parade starts near the campus of Lincoln High School. The parade winds its way through the Shasta/Hanchett and Rose Garden neighborhoods (Dana to Naglee to The Alameda). The festival is located at the corner of Shasta Ave. and The Alameda.
Double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed.
Free
July 4, 2026
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4:00 pm
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9:30 pm
Join the City of Antioch in celebrating Independence Day in our historic Rivertown. Visit Waldie Plaza to experience live entertainment and enjoy local food vendors and trucks. Have an exciting time with friends and family in the Games Zone located at City Hall, before picking your spot to see the big fireworks show.
Schedule of Events
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Parade
- 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM Kids Zone
- 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Live Entertainment
- 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Kids Zone Stage
- 7:00 PM Announcements of Parade Winners
- 7:15 PM – 9:15 PM Live Entertainment
- 9:20 PM – 9:40 PM Fireworks Show
**Times subject to change
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. | Image credit/courtesy of City of Antioch
Free
July 4, 2026
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6:30 pm
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10:00 pm
Head to Excite Ballpark for an Independence Celebration on July 4th.
Home-runs, churros, and a patriotic pitch! Join us at the ballpark for an Independence Day celebration that knocks it out of the ballpark!
Game Highlight: Independence Day Fireworks
Stick around after the game to catch a special Independence Day fireworks spectacular. | Presented By Rotary Club of San Jose
Game Highlight: Stars & Stripes Jersey Auction
We’re celebrating America’s 250th Birthday with a special patriotic jersey that will be worn all weekend long and auctioned off after Sunday’s game.
Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com
$23 – $59
