San Diego 4th Of July Fireworks 2018: Where To Watch Dazzling Pyrotechnic Displays

Celebrating the Fourth of July in San Diego will be a truly memorable event this year, as opportunities for fireworks and fun will both be in abundance for those in the city.

A full schedule of amazing events will be available for people of all ages in the Southern California city, as well as the surrounding areas in San Diego County. Check out the festivities (all times PT) below.

San Diego:

• Big Bay Boom Fireworks Show: Take in the largest fireworks display in the county from multiple locations, around the North San Diego Bay. The show, which begins at 9 p.m., can be viewed from Shelter Island, Harbor Island, the Embarcadero area and Seaport Village/Coronado Landing.
• Ocean Beach July 4^th Celebration: Fireworks begin at 9 p.m., but you can enjoy festivities all day, including picnicking, swimming in the ocean or shopping.
• Old Town 4^th of July: There are no fireworks at this festival, which takes place between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., will feature a recreated old-fashioned Independence Day celebration on the frontier.
• SeaWorld San Diego 4^th of July Fireworks: If you plan on spending the day at the marine park, you will have access to a 15-minute show beginning at 9:40 p.m.

Coronado:

• 4^th of July Celebration in Coronado: This full-day event will include a parade at 10 a.m., a concert in Spreckels Park at 4 p.m. and fireworks over Glorietta Bay at 9 p.m.

North Coastal Area:

• Red, White and Boom!: This show, taking place a LEGOLAND California, will be at 8:30 p.m., but the whole family can enjoy a full day of rides, shows and attractions inside the park.
• San Diego County Fair 4^th of July Celebration: Enjoy a day at the Del Mar fairgrounds starting at 10 a.m., with fireworks going off at 9 p.m.

North Inland Area:

• An Old-Fashioned Fourth of July and Fireworks in Poway: Start the day with an old-fashioned celebration Old Poway Park until 4 p.m., then head to Poway High School starting at 6 p.m. for music, food, glow sticks and, of course, fireworks at 9 p.m.
• Escondido Independence Day Festival and Fireworks: Check out the fun festival beginning at 4 p.m., before sitting back and enjoying fireworks at 9 p.m.
• Mira Mesa Fourth of July Celebration: Start the celebration in the morning with a pancake breakfast, parade and other activities, before sitting back and enjoying the fireworks at 9 p.m.
• Rancho Bernardo’s The Spirit of the Fourth: Webb Park is the site for a whole day of fun, including a Patriotic Pet Contest, before fireworks at 9 p.m.
• San Marcos 4^th of July Celebration: This event takes place from 6-9 p.m., and will be capped off by fireworks.
• Vista Independence Day Celebration: This fun event will take place from 5-10 p.m., with fireworks set to go off at 9 p.m.

East County Area:

• El Cajon 4^th of July Picnic and Fireworks: This event begins at 2 p.m., though fireworks won't start until 9 p.m.
• Santee Salutes—Fourth of July Celebration: Featuring live music and other activities, the fireworks are just the perfect ending to the full day of events.

South Bay:

• Chula Vista 4^th Fest: This fireworks show will feature a simulcast of patriotic music on three different radio stations.
• Independence Day Fireworks in Imperial Beach: This special fireworks show will be choreographed the music of KYXY 96.5.
• Independence Day at the Border & Fireworks: This event in San Ysidro will feature a city of children's inflatables, mechanical bulls, live music and fireworks.