Jun 30 2009
Lots of Fun in Sacramento on 4th of July
July 4th in Sacramento
Sacramento is ready for Independence Day with celebrations happening all around. There’s everything from parades and picnics to fireworks. Here are a few ideas where you can find some happening events to show your true colors (red, white, and blue) and declare your independence this 4th of July, 2009.
Pocket Area Parade
Parade begins: July 4, 2009 at 10:00 a.m.
Route: Begin at Parkway Oaks Park (next to Lisbon elementary school), Travel along Windbridge Drive, end at Garcia Bend Park off Pocket Rd.
July 4th Pyrospectacular at Cal Expo
What: Independence Day Fireworks Celebration at Cal Expo
When: Gates open at 4:30 p.m.; Fireworks begin around 9:30 p.m.
Where: Cal Expo; guests should use the East Gate, located at the intersection of Exposition Blvd. and Challenge Way, as the main entrance to the event. Enter through the D Lot parking area.
Cal Expo Highlights: Largest-scale pyrotechnics display in the area’s history; music and dancing in the Grandstand area; live harness racing starting at 5 p.m. in the Miller Lite Grandstand; live music and dancing with Mobility, a subdivision of the US Air Force band of the Golden West
What to know: General admission to the July 4th celebration is free, but parking is $10 per vehicle. A limited number of $10 reserved seats are being sold. Click here to purchase reserved seats online. Arrive early and bring lawn chairs and blankets. Fireworks, cans, glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are prohibited. Bags and ice chests will be searched at the gate. The grass infield will be open on the north side with a section for persons with disabilities set up on the apron by the Winner’s Circle.
Rancho Cordova 4th of July
What: The 25th Annual Rancho Cordova 4th of July
When: July 3 and 4, 2009
Where: Hagan Park, 2197 Chase Drive, Rancho Cordova
Rancho Cordova 4th of July Highlights: Pablo Cruise performs July 3; Double Funk Crunch performs July 4; five nights of carnival rides; two nights of fireworks; community parade; food and craft vendors; Guitar Hero competition
More Info: http://www.ranchocordovajuly4th.com/ or (916) 851-8818
City of Roseville 4th of July
What: Pops Concert, Fun Run and Fireworks
When: July 4, 2009; concert 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Royer Park (concert) and Placer County Fairgrounds (fireworks)
Roseville 4th of July Highlights: Musical performance by Capitol Pops Concert Band (includes theme songs from each military branch with corresponding veterans standing up as their song is played), “Run Crime Out of Roseville” 5K Fun Run/Walk; fireworks.
More Info: http://www.roseville.ca.us/news/displaynews.asp?NewsID=1627&targetid=1
Folsom 4th of July
What: The Folsom Pro Rodeo 4th of July
When: July 2, 3 and 4, 2009; gates open at 6 p.m.
Where: Folsom City Lions Park, 403 Stafford St, Folsom
Folsom Pro Rodeo 4th of July Highlights: Rodeo includes steer wrestling, bull and bronco riding, mutton busting, barrel racing and rodeo clown Hollywood Harris; fireworks show; performance by Dave Russell Band in Mike’s Golden Spike Saloon.
What to know: Ticket prices: $22.50 for reserved seating (available online only). General admission is $19 for adults or $15 for children (12 and under) and seniors. Special family “buckaroo” packages also available.
More Info: www.folsomprorodeo.com
Davis 4th of July
What: City of Davis Fourth of July
When: July 4, 2009
Where: Community Park 1405 F Street, Davis
Davis 4th of July Highlights: Free admission at Community Pool; food and game booths; annual championship softball tournament; fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
What you need to know: Bring your own water!
More info: http://cityofdavis.org/cs/events/july4.cfm
Carmichael 4th of July
What: Carmichael’s Annual Spectacular Fireworks Show
When: July 4, 2009 starting at 4:00p
Where: La Sierra Community Center, Carmichael
Carmichael 4th of July Highlights: Inflatable; children’s crafts; performance by the Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band; fireworks show starting at dusk; Carmichael Little League Snack Bar BBQ, drinks, ice cream concession.
More info: (916) 485-5322
Love these ideas. Thanks!
Sacramento is soooo much fun on the 4th! Check out the parade.
I’ve goning to garcia bend since I was in high school and now I get to go with my kids. SO MUCH FUN!