{"id":9799,"date":"2023-06-20T04:33:47","date_gmt":"2023-06-20T04:33:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/?p=9799"},"modified":"2025-07-02T14:15:42","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T21:15:42","slug":"fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/","title":{"rendered":"Fourth of July Parades in the San Francisco Bay Area"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>From sea to shining sea, Independence Day parades are an integral part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/guides\/fourth-of-july\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fourth of July celebrations<\/a> in the United States. With their vivid floats, marching bands, and patriotic displays, these parades encapsulate the spirit of freedom, unity, and community that define this national holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Allure of Fourth of July Parades<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Parades on the Fourth of July are a richly-rooted tradition, tracing their origins back to the earliest years of American independence. Today, they remain a beloved fixture of the holiday, offering communities a chance to come together and celebrate in a grand and public manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With their colorful floats and enthusiastic marchers, these <a href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/guides\/san-francisco-parades\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">parades<\/a> are a captivating spectacle for all ages. Local businesses, organizations, school groups, and civic leaders participate, each contributing to the festive atmosphere. From the rhythmic beats of marching bands to the eye-catching displays of local fire and police departments, Fourth of July parades showcase the spirit of the community in a uniquely American way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#Fourth_of_July_Parades_in_the_San_Francisco_Bay_Area\" >Fourth of July Parades in the San Francisco Bay Area<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#1_Benicia_Independence_Day_Torchlight_Parade\" >1. Benicia Independence Day Torchlight Parade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#2_Redwood_Citys_4th_of_July_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\" >2. Redwood City\u2019s 4th of July Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#3_Pleasant_Hill_Fourth_of_July_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\" >3. Pleasant Hill Fourth of July Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#4_San_Joses_Rose_White_Blue_Parade_Street_Festival\" >4. San Jose\u2019s Rose, White &amp; Blue Parade &amp; Street Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#5_Concord_4th_of_July_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\" >5. Concord 4th of July Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#6_Sausalitos_4th_of_July_Parade_Fireworks_Celebration\" >6. Sausalito\u2019s 4th of July Parade &amp; Fireworks Celebration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#7_Foster_Citys_Independence_Day_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\" >7. Foster City\u2019s Independence Day Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#8_Danville_4th_of_July_Parade\" >8. Danville 4th of July Parade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#9_Brentwood_4th_of_July_Parade_Celebration_w_Drone_Sky_Show\" >9. Brentwood 4th of July Parade &amp; Celebration w\/ Drone Sky Show<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#10_Napas_Fourth_of_July_Parade\" >10. Napa\u2019s Fourth of July Parade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#11_Scotts_Valleys_4th_of_July_Parade_Flyover\" >11. Scotts Valley\u2019s 4th of July Parade &amp; Flyover<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#12_Alameda_Independence_Day_Parade\" >12. Alameda Independence Day Parade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#13_Fremont_4th_of_July_Parade\" >13. Fremont 4th of July Parade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#14_Martinez_Hometown_4th_of_July_Parade_Fireworks\" >14. Martinez Hometown 4th of July Parade &amp; Fireworks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#15_Antioch_Fourth_of_July_Fireworks_Festival_Parade\" >15. Antioch Fourth of July Fireworks, Festival &amp; Parade<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#16_Mission_Terrace_4th_of_July_Parade_Picnic\" >16. Mission Terrace 4th of July Parade &amp; Picnic<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#17_Moraga_Dog_Parade_Inflatables_July_4th_Fireworks\" >17. Moraga Dog Parade, Inflatables &amp; July 4th Fireworks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\/#18_American_Canyon_Independence_Day_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\" >18. American Canyon Independence Day Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fourth-of-july-parades-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fourth_of_July_Parades_in_the_San_Francisco_Bay_Area\"><\/span>Fourth of July Parades in the San Francisco Bay Area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The San Francisco Bay Area, known for its wide variety of holiday celebrations, holds several parades that stand out in their salute to America&#8217;s Independence Day. These parades not only echo the nation&#8217;s unity and freedom but also highlight the distinctiveness of the Bay Area&#8217;s communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-benicia-independence-day-torchlight-parade\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Benicia_Independence_Day_Torchlight_Parade\"><\/span>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/event\/benicia-independence-day-torchlight-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benicia Independence Day Torchlight Parade<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thursday, July 3 | 6:30PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Downtown Benicia<br>First Street, Benicia, CA 94510<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Can&#8217;t wait for Independence Day? Get the party started early in Benicia on July 3, 2025! Be there at 6:30 pm as 1st Street bursts into life with dancers, floats, and clowns at the Torchlight Parade. Groove to live music from East Bay Mudd and others, and prepare for a stunning drone light show painting the sky at 9:30 pm. It&#8217;s an early Fourth of July celebration that&#8217;s guaranteed to light up your night!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-redwood-city-s-4th-of-july-parade-festival-amp-fireworks\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Redwood_Citys_4th_of_July_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\"><\/span>2. <a href=\"http:\/\/One of the best parades in the San Francisco Bay Area. Celebrate the Fourth of July in Redwood City.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Redwood City\u2019s 4th of July Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friday, July 4 | 10AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Downtown Redwood City<br>Brewster Ave &amp; Winslow St, Redwood City, CA 94063<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate Independence Day 2025 in Redwood City with a day packed with festivities! Start with a Pancake Breakfast at 8 am, followed by a parade at 10 am. Enjoy a day-long festival filled with arts, crafts, food, and kids\u2019 activities. Join artists at the Chalk Festival and end your day with a breathtaking fireworks show at 9:30 pm. A perfect day to celebrate 4th of July!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong> http:\/\/www.parade.org\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-pleasant-hill-fourth-of-july-parade-festival-amp-fireworks\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Pleasant_Hill_Fourth_of_July_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\"><\/span>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/event\/fourth-of-july-parade-in-pleasant-hill\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pleasant Hill Fourth of July Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friday, July 4 | 9:30AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Pleasant Hill Park<br>147 Gregory Ln, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Celebrate 4th of July 2025 in Pleasant Hill with a day full of fun. Start with a Firecracker 5K Race or kids&#8217; dash at 7:45 am, enjoy the downtown parade from 9:30-10:30 am, followed by live music, food, and inflatables at Pleasant Hill Park until 1:30 pm. End the day with a fireworks viewing party at College Park at 8:45PM (area opens at 6:30PM)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong> https:\/\/phjuly4.com\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-san-jose-s-rose-white-amp-blue-parade-amp-street-festival\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_San_Joses_Rose_White_Blue_Parade_Street_Festival\"><\/span>4. San Jose\u2019s Rose, White &amp; Blue Parade &amp; Street Festival<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Friday<\/strong>, July 4 | 10AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Lincoln High School<br>Brooklyn Ave &amp; Dana Ave, San Jose, CA 95126<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the historic Rose, White &amp; Blue Parade in San Jose on Independence Day. Celebrating San Jose&#8217;s diverse communities and agricultural heritage, the parade features classic cars, bands, dance groups, and local troupes. Start at Lincoln High School, follow the parade through Shasta\/Hanchett and Rose Garden neighborhoods, and end with food trucks and local eateries open along The Alameda. The event is not just a celebration but a powerful call to action for equality, justice, and the end of systemic racism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.rwbsj.org\/the-parade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-concord-4th-of-july-parade-festival-amp-fireworks\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Concord_4th_of_July_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\"><\/span>5. <a href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/event\/concord-4th-of-july-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Concord 4th of July Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Friday<\/strong><\/strong>,<strong> July 4 | 10AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Mt. Diablo High School<br>2450 Grant St, Concord, CA<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the celebration in Concord for an exhilarating day of fun! Kick-off at 8 am with the kid&#8217;s fun run and 5k at Todos Santos Park, then enjoy the Independence Day Parade at 10 am. Head to Mt. Diablo High School at 4 pm for a lively festival featuring live music, a kids&#8217; carnival, local food, and vendor booths. The day concludes with a Fireworks Spectacular at 9 pm. Enjoy free entry to all events, except the fun run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong> http:\/\/www.concordjuly4th.com\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-sausalito-s-4th-of-july-parade-amp-fireworks-celebration\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Sausalitos_4th_of_July_Parade_Fireworks_Celebration\"><\/span>6. Sausalito\u2019s 4th of July Parade &amp; Fireworks Celebration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Friday<\/strong>, July 4 | 10AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Downtown Sausalito<br>Main St &amp; 2nd St, Sausalito, CA 94965<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sausalito 2025 4th of July Parade is set to be a spectacular event, kicking off at 10 a.m. The parade, filled with a wide range of entries, will march from Second and Main, to Caledonia Street, and conclude at Dunphy Park, where a delightful town picnic awaits. The community is also invited to participate in the 2025 T-shirt Design Contest. Donations for the annual fireworks show are encouraged and table reservations for the show can be made online. The day is also packed with various contests like Best Float, Best Car, Best Walking Group, Egg Toss, and Tug of War.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-foster-city-s-independence-day-parade-festival-amp-fireworks\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Foster_Citys_Independence_Day_Parade_Festival_Fireworks\"><\/span>7. Foster City\u2019s Independence Day Parade, Festival &amp; Fireworks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Friday<\/strong>, July 4 | 11:05AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Leo J. Ryan Park<br>650 Shell Blvd, Foster City, CA<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the Foster City Parks &amp; Recreation, Lions of Foster City, and the Foster City Rotary Club for a vibrant Independence Day celebration at Leo Ryan Park. Enjoy a full day of games, food, entertainment, and a family and dog parade. Don&#8217;t forget to register for the parade by 5pm on July 3rd. Cap off the day with a spectacular fireworks display starting at approximately 9:30 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-danville-4th-of-july-parade\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Danville_4th_of_July_Parade\"><\/span>8. Danville 4th of July Parade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Friday<\/strong>, July 4 | 9AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>San Ramon Valley High School<br>501 Danville Blvd, Danville, CA 94526<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Experience a memorable Independence Day celebration at the Kiwanis-Danville Parade, scheduled for July 4, 2025, from 9 am to noon in downtown Danville, California. This year, the parade is themed &#8216;Celebrating our Educators&#8217;, with Contra Costa County Teacher of the Year, Chavonta Edington, as Grand Marshal. Organized by the Kiwanis Club of San Ramon Valley and the Town of Danville, the annual parade brings together 30,000-40,000 spectators. The route starts at San Ramon Valley High School and ends at Town and Country Drive, offering ample viewing space for all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.srvkiwanis.org\/parade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-brentwood-4th-of-july-parade-amp-celebration-w-drone-sky-show\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Brentwood_4th_of_July_Parade_Celebration_w_Drone_Sky_Show\"><\/span>9. Brentwood 4th of July Parade &amp; Celebration w\/ Drone Sky Show<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Friday<\/strong>, July 4 | 9:30AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Downtown Brentwood<br>Birch St &amp; 1st St, Brentwood, CA 94513<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brentwood&#8217;s electrifying 4th of July celebration in 2025 features a fun-filled morning parade, an all-day Carnique at City Park filled with food, games, and an Aerosmith tribute concert. The event culminates in a mesmerizing 12-minute Drone Sky Show, all in honor of Brentwood&#8217;s 75th Anniversary. Enjoy an entire day filled with community fun, supporting local non-profits and celebrating patriotism in grand style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-napa-s-fourth-of-july-parade\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Napas_Fourth_of_July_Parade\"><\/span>10. Napa\u2019s Fourth of July Parade<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Friday<\/strong>, July 4 | 10AM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Downtown Napa<br>2nd St &amp; School St, Napa, CA 94559<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the fun-filled and musically-charged Napa 4th of July Parade, hosted by the Napa Sunrise Rotary Club in downtown Napa on Friday, July 4, 2025. With the theme &#8220;Celebrating Music in the Napa Valley,&#8221; the parade invites families to enjoy a day of patriotism and community celebration. Starting at 10 am, the event also includes the exciting President\u2019s Award judging session. No fireworks are announced for 2025. The Napa Sunrise Rotary Club, known for their dedication to community service and ethical values, has hosted and funded this annual parade since 2009.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Website:<\/strong> https:\/\/napa4thofjulyparade.com\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-scotts-valley-s-4th-of-july-parade-amp-flyover\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Scotts_Valleys_4th_of_July_Parade_Flyover\"><\/span>11. Scotts Valley\u2019s 4th of July Parade &amp; Flyover<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Friday<\/strong>, July 4 | 1PM<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Downtown Scott&#8217;s Valley<br>Scotts Valley Dr &amp; Carbonero Way, Scotts Valley, CA 95066<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join the exciting 2025 4th of July Parade &amp; Flyover in Scotts Valley. Although there won&#8217;t be fireworks, get ready for an action-packed day of fun and community spirit. 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