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7 Places to Celebrate 4th of July

Find 4th of July activities in Ontario or fireworks shows nearby

By Cindy Yepez June 18, 2021

Summer’s big holiday is right around the corner. And whether you’re planning on keeping this 4th of July low key, staying local, or planning on venturing further east or west, keep scrolling to find the right event for you and your family. 


1. The City of Ontario is not be hosting a 4th of July parade or fireworks show. However, there are still exciting events happening to help celebrate. Join the fun with a mascot photo contest, a display celebrating our Heroes, craft pick-ups at your local community center, and a home and business decorating contest. Check out Ontario’s Independence Day website here for more information on how to join. 
https://www.ontarioca.gov/independenceday2021


2. The city of Corona will be having an Independence Day parade at 9am followed by food and music stating at 5pm and ending with fireworks. Check out their website for parking information and details on entertainment.
https://www.coronaca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/31601/18


3. Redlands will be celebrating at Sylvan Park with a parade, band, music, performances, and a Kids Zone with wall climbing, face painting, booth games and free books by Sunrise Rotary Bookmobile.
https://aboutredlands.com/redlands-events/4009-4th-of-july-in-redlands-so-cal


4. 4th of July in Rancho Cucamonga will be at LoanMart Field at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter. Live entertainment starts at 6pm and fireworks at 9pm. Visit their website for specifics and tickets at https://www.cityofrc.us/events/4th-july-fireworks-spectacular


5. Feeling nostalgic and willing to travel a bit westbound? The epic fireworks celebration is back at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. Details are still to come on what the program will include but make sure to check the website to buy tickets as there are limited number or stadium seats available. 
https://rosebowlstadium.com/events/details/204/the-95th-annual-americafest 


6. Our neighbor, Upland will host their 4th of July Celebration with a 5K on July 3rd at McCarthy Park and fireworks show on the 4th! If you’ve got friends or family living in Upland, you can watch the Fireworks Spectacular by looking towards the northwest sky as this is a non-attended event.
https://www.uplandca.gov/calendar-updates/2021-07-03/1031


7. The beach goer’s place to be this holiday will be Huntington Beach. This celebration will include a 5K, parade, pier festival, and fireworks over the ocean. What else can we ask for this summer? 
https://www.hb4thofjuly.org