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SUMMARY:4th of July 2026 Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:Happy 250th Birthday to us! \nWe are a people blessed with a unique government and history. Self-critique and moral improvement are innate to our founding and spirit. We’re not perfect\, but we’re very good at growing\, discussing\, squabbling\, collaborating\, correcting course\, and striving to become our best.  \nWe celebrate America’s Independence Day and all the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy!  Find the perfect 4th of July Celebration for your family in Santa Cruz County and nearby. \nAbbott Square 4th of July Festival – Saturday\, July 4\, 11am-8pm\, A Day to celebrate each other because together we make our world what it is. Exciting musical acts throughout the day! 2-4 pm: Hands On Fire Band – Crossing all genres of music\, experience the dynamic energy of innovative San Francisco artist\, James Henry. Experience a new\, fresh\, modern style. Master percussionist\, soulful vocalist\, undeniably charismatic James Henry and his band Hands on Fire give a passionate and engaging performance every single time! 4:30-5:30: Aguacero – Bomba of Puerto Rico\, A live performance group that fuses Puerto Rican Bomba music with education. 6-8 pm Los Bahianatos\, an energetic Bay Area band that specializes in Colombian dance music\, specifically focusing on cumbia and vallenato driven by the button accordion.  https://www.abbottsquaremarket.com/events/4th-of-july-party \nAlba Schoolhouse – Saturday\, July 4\, 11am-2:30pm\, For 131 years\, our mountain community has gathered at the historic Alba Schoolhouse to celebrate Independence Day. Join us for a day of classic American BBQ\, live music\, local history\, and family fun beneath the beautiful redwoods of Ben Lomond Mountain. Guests are encouraged to bring a side dish for our community potluck. Burgers\, hot dogs\, and sausages will be available with a donation\, and vegetarian options will be offered as well. Enjoy live performances by Joshua Lowe & the Juncos and more. The historic Alba Schoolhouse was lost in the 2020 CZU Lightning Complex Fire. Local volunteers\, supported by generous community donations\, are working toward rebuilding and creating Alba Schoolhouse Park\, which will feature a welcoming picnic area for all to enjoy. Sequoia Retreat Center\, approximately 1.5 miles up Alba Road from Highway 9. https://www.facebook.com/albaschoolhouse \nAptos World’s Shortest 4th of July Parade – Saturday\, July 4\, 10am. Come early. Roads close at 9:30am. Theme: Honor Our Parks! Come check out our awesome vendors at the 4th of July Party in the Park from 12-4 at the Aptos Village Park! Bring your lawn chairs and family down to the Party in the Park this 4th of July! https://aptoschamber.com/4th/ \nBoulder Creek 4th of July Parade – July 4\, 10am\, We are so excited to partner this year with the Boulder Creek Business Association to bring this town an entire day of fun on the 4th of July. Check out the map to see what’s happening when and where. If you would like to volunteer for the BCRPD After Party click: https://bcrpd2.ivolunteer.com/fourthofjuly_2024;  “Get to town early – not only to secure a good spot to view the parade but also to have breakfast at the BC Firehouse! They’ll be having their annual pancake breakfast fundraiser where you can have pancakes\, eggs\, sausages and more. You’ll need that delicious fuel to get through the day of celebration!  “During the parade and continuing until 2 pm\, the community is invited to a vibrant community block party on Forest Street by the Odd Fellows building with local vendors and purveyors of tasty treats! At noon\, live music from Redwood Express will get your feet dancing! There will also be vendors and merchants setting up booths and sales along the highway just after the parade procession is done. \nBoulder Creek After Party at Junction Park is free to attend\, 12-5pm; Music by What’s Good & Jake Nielsen 12pm-5pm; Beer\, wine & cider for sale by Steel Bonnet Brewing Company\,  Hallcrest Vineyards & Castoro Winery; Food for sale by River Dogs of Boulder Creek & The Sawmill Restaurant & Ale House;  Kids activities\, including panning for gold is $5 each 12pm-3pm ONLY;  https://www.facebook.com/events/1411634062879056/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFirecracker Race; The Rotary Club of Santa Cruz Sunrise is ecstatic to sponsor the 39th Firecracker Race. All three courses will be available – 10K\, 5K\, and a Kid’s 1K Fun Run will be hosted at Harvey West Park.   The race is always held on July 4th in the morning!  What a great way to kick off a holiday celebration of our nation’s Independence Day. Runners on the 10K will be treated the the challenging “Thrill of the Hill” in Pogonip Park before topping out on the Spring Trail that winds through the beautiful meadow by UCSC before dropping down into the neighborhoods before returning to Harvey West Park. 5K Runners will face a flat and fast course contained completely in the Harvey West Business Park Area.  The 5K course is Stroller\, ADA and Wheelchair accessible.  Everyone ends up in beautiful Harvey West Park for great music\, a post-race gourmet hot dog bar and awards.  You don’t want to miss this! https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/SantaCruz/SantaCruzFirecracker10Kand5K \nGilroy Fireworks Show -Thursday\, July 4\, approximately 9:30pm\, One of the safest ways to celebrate the 4th of July and enjoy fireworks is through Gilroy’s annual fireworks show.  The show will take place\, with the fireworks beginning around dusk at approximately 9:30 PM and originating from Gilroy High School located at 750 W 10th Street. Fireworks can be viewed from nearby neighborhoods and at Christmas Hill Park. Residents are encouraged to avoid the traffic by walking or biking to see the show.    https://www.cityofgilroy.org/910/Fireworks-Information \nHalf Moon Bay Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade\,  12:00 pm – 1:30 pm\, Downtown Half Moon Bay\,  500 Main St.\, Half Moon Bay\,  https://july4th.miramarevents.com/   The parade starts at 12 pm\, transforming the charming downtown along Main Street into a pulsating Coastsider take on a mini-Mardi Gras style celebration. \nLos Gatos 4th of July Symphony in the Park\, Thursday\, July 4\, The Town of los Gatos is happy to present: 4th of July – Symphony in the park! Oak Meadow Park\, 10:30am – 2pm\, https://www.losgatosca.gov/339/4th-of-July-Symphony-in-the-Park\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events: \n10:30am – Event Begins\n11:00am – Children’s Bike Parade\nDecorating bikes is encouraged!\n*No E-Bikes please.\nNoon – Mayor Mary Badame’s Welcome\nVeterans Memorial & Support Foundation Speaker\nRaising of the Flag Ceremony and National Anthem\n12:15pm – San Jose Wind Symphony Perform\n1:00pm – Intermission\n1:30pm – San Jose Wind Symphony Perform\n2:00pm – Thank you for celebrating the 4th of July with the Town of Los Gatos \nFood Truck Menus:\nBilly Jones Snack Shack and BBQ Menu\nChula Puebla Menu\nThe Waffle Roost Menu\nKona Ice Flavor Menu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMorgan Hill Freedom Fest – “AMERICA: Red\, White and YOU” – A Star Spangled Celebration!” Patriotic Sing & Family Music Fest Freedom Fest Morgan Hill July 3rd\, 10:30pm\, Downtown Morgan Hill between Main Street and Dunne Street\, Come out and join the Family Music Fest on Monterey Road between Dunne and Main Avenue. Come join our community for a relaxing fun-filled evening to begin our holiday celebration. This includes three music stages\, over a dozen food trucks and new this year a kids’ zone which will include bounce houses\, chalk zones and lawn games. https://morganhillfreedomfest.com/family-music-fest \nMorgan Freedom Fest Walk/Run/Roll & Kids’ Run: Kids’ 1 Mile 7:45 a.m.; 5K Walk/Run – Tuesday\, July 4\, 10am – 2pm\, Corner of Peak and Dunne\, FINISH – 17575 Peak Ave\, “Ready to lace up your athletic shoes and be ready for a 1 mile or 5k run/walk/roll. Participants will get a free race shirt if registered early\, treats after the run and the thrill of running the parade route with music on all streets and cheering crowds. https://morganhillfreedomfest.com/freedom-run \nMorgan Freedom Fest Parade: Tuesday\, July 4\, 10am\, Downtown – Come see the 147th consecutive Morgan Hill July 4th Parade going through beautiful Morgan Hill.  With over 9 marching bands\, 4 equestrian groups\, a dozen floats\, special surprise entries and of course the sweet ending of a popsicle for all the kids; this will be the most interactive and exciting parade yet. Also new this year is food booths along the parade route from local Morgan Hill Restaurants.  https://morganhillfreedomfest.com/parade   “Parking is $10 and must be purchased in advance from MorganHillFreedomFest.com.” \nMorgan Hill Freedom Fest Entertainment on the Green: July 4\, 3pm\, Live music starts 5pm\, Gates open at 3pm for a full day of food\, fun and music. We are excited to have three acts in our line-up this year. The Hitmen will be joining Arena and our beloved Patriotic Singers! The show begins at 5:30pm and goes through until the fireworks start at 9:30pm. That’s over three hours of live music! We open with Arena performing arena rock classics and R&B dance music from the 70’s to today’s latest hits—older songs that are already classics and new ones that will be—all presented with extremely strong vocals\, excellent instrumental skills and dynamic stage presence. Following Arena\, we will conduct our annual\, Gizdich Ranch pie eating contest (thank you Gizdich Family!!). If you have someone in your group that would like to gorge themselves by trying to beat eleven others eating a pie without the aid of their hands then be one of the first twelve people to sign up for the contest at our Independence Day Celebrations\, Inc. headquarters table. Of course\, no Fireworks on the Green festival and show would be complete without the Patriotic Singers. Karen Crane and the Patriotic Singers make a return appearance to give everyone a chance to catch a glimpse of the wonderful program they performed the night before\, kicking off our Freedom Fest celebration. Then\, The Hitmen will take the stage. They’re funky\, soulful and will leave you in a cold sweat. They have been performing together for more than 20 years and their tight-knit group consistently delivers high-energy dance music to audiences at public and private functions throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Finally\, we will finish off the evening with our fireworks display…BOOM!! https://morganhillfreedomfest.com/fireworks\n \nRed\, White and Blue Block Party\, Main Street\, Half Moon Bay – Thursday\, July 4\, 12pm –  4pm;  Ol’ Fashioned July 4th\, A time-honored\, home-spun tradition\, the parade celebrates Independence Day in small town America with an entertaining array of whimsical floats\, marching bands\, horses\, community service groups\, classically cool cars\, decorated trikes and bikes\, parading pooches\, youth sports teams\, dance and theatre troupes\, photos and fun with the delightfully rotund\, playful and mischievious Pumpkin Festival mascot “Gourdy”\, a Color Guard by the American Legion\, and local dignitaries and celebrities slowly winding their way through the crowded downtown along Main Street between Filbert and Mill Streets. Honoring Half Moon Bay’s western heritage and always a parade highlight\, there will be a large number of equine entries with prizes awarded in several categories.  Half Moon Bay’s famous\, 40-member strong “Sitting Marching Band” will be in their usual perch at Main and Kelly playing an array of patriotic ballads during the parade. The Half Moon Bay Lions Club will be hosting its annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast in the City Hall parking lot (501 Main Street) from 8am to 11:30am. Adding to the festivities are the Coastside Chamber 4th of July Block Party in Mac Dutra Plaza with beer and wine\, live music\, a kids zone and a Patriotic Outfit Contest (ends at 3pm)\, plus IDES 4th of July Festival with live music\, food and drink booths\, arts and crafts vendors and kids activities (ends at 4pm). https://july4th.miramarevents.com/parade.html \nRoaring Camp Railroads. July 4\, This Fourth of July\, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Join us in the Town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities\, Live Music\, Kids Club Activities\, Chuckwagon BBQ\, https://www.roaringcamp.com/events \nSaratoga July 4th Celebrations:- Thursday\, July 4\, 12:30pm\, Bring the Family to a Free Concert of Patriotic Tunes Performed by the McCartysville Volunteer Band.Be Part of the Celebrations by Dressing Up as a Historic Character. Signup Link is in the Body of This Event.Bring a Blanket & Umbrella – All Lawn Seating.Limited Shade and Chairs Provided for Seniors and Handicapped. Kevin Moran Park\, 12415 Scully Avenue\, Saratoga:  https://www.facebook.com/events/832010202296676/ \nScotts Valley July Parade & Flyover\, Thursday\, July 4\, 1pm\, Please join us for 4th of July Parade and Flyover on Scotts Valley Drive!  Parade: Parade Check-In starts at 10:00 AM on Carbonero Way; Parade starts at 12:00 PM!  ADA Parking and Viewing is located at 5007 Scotts Valley Dr.  New extended route (Civic Dr. to El Pueblo); New this year! 10 – 11:45am; “New FREE Kids Zone” Boys and Girls Club & Scotts Valley Recreation are hosting a “FREE kids Zone” games\, activities and food trucks before the parade and until 3pm! Be sure to stop at the Boys & Girls Club (5060 Scotts Valley Dr.).  https://www.scottsvalley.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=192 ;  Want to be part of the parade? Parade Application Here: https://bit.ly/svparadeapplication \nSeabright Neighborhood 4th of July Parade\, Saturday\, July 4\, 10am-11am\, This beloved community event invites local groups\, individuals and families to celebrate the neighborhoods unique local character and the holiday. The route begins along East Cliff Drive near Vista Point and concludes at the intersection of Seabright Avenue and Murray Street. This year;s lineup promises an immense spectacle featuring local organizations\, groups and businesses\, live musical groups\, themed vehicle floats and costumed participants.To join contact Shane Skelton at skelton.shane@gmail.com \nSimpkins Pool – Join us for FREE Recreation Swim\, Thursday\, July 4th from 12:30-4pm. First come\, first served! Únase a nosotros para la natación recreativa GRATIS\, el martes 4 de julio de 12:30 a 4:00 p. m. Primero llegado\, primero servido.  https://www.facebook.com/SimpkinsFamilySwimCenter \nSpirit of Watsonville 4th of July Parade\, Thursday\, July 4\, 12:30pm\, The Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July parade proceeds down Main St. from St. Patrick’s Church to First Street. Thousands of spectators line the route five to six people deep. Those wanting a front row seat\, place their chairs along the route early in the morning of the parade date. Those interested in participating in the parade should submit an entry form soon after they are made available. https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/1124/Spirit-of-Watsonville-4th-of-July-Parade \nSpreckels 4th of July\, 10am – 4pm\, Join us for the return of the beloved Spreckels  4th of July event! We will have amazing food and craft vendors\, a live band\, our highlighted parade and a car show right at the park! Parade line up at the VFW hall 10-11:30am; Parade starts at Noon! Details \nWilder Ranch State Park July 4\, 1 – 6pm\, 1401 Coast Road\, Santa Cruz – All are welcome to join in an early 1900s-style Independence Day celebration! Join the parade through the ranch at high noon. Ongoing events include lawn games\, and machine shop and blacksmith demos. There will be live music throughout the day\, fresh baked goods and hand-cranked ice cream\, living history demos\, crafts\, games\, “The Star-Spangled Banner” sing-along\, and more! Free event. Vehicle day-use fee is $10.  Details \nCorrections? Adds! Email us: info@santacruzparent.com
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SUMMARY:4th of July 2025 Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:4th of July 2025 Celebrations: Friday\, July 4 unless otherwise noted\nWe celebrate America’s Independence Day and all the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy!  Find the perfect 4th of July Celebration for your family in Santa Cruz County and nearby. \nAbbott Square 4th of July Festival – Friday 8am – 8pm\, It’s a come-and-go-as-you-please kind of day with something for everyone—great food\, live music\, cool cars\, zany party games for the kids like oversized horseshoes and spin art you can take home\, and the unbeatable energy of downtown Santa Cruz in summer. Abbott Square and Cooper Street in Downtown Santa Cruz\, Details \nAlba School House – Friday 11am-3pm\, The Alba Road community has been coming together to celebrate the Fourth of July since 1895. Please join us for our 130th Fourth of July Celebration! Please consider attending and donating. It will be super fun! Join us as we start a new journey to rebuild! 12070 Alba Rd\, Ben Lomond\,  Details  \nAptos World’s Shortest 4th of July Parade – Friday 10am. Come early. Roads close at 9:30am. Theme: Honor Our Parks!\nAptos Party in the Park – 12-4pm at the Aptos Village Park\, Come check out our awesome craft vendors\, awesome food and refreshing beverages and fun-filled kids zone. Family-friendly! Bring your lawn chairs and family\, Details \nBoulder Creek 4th of July Pancake Breakfast – 7am-12pm or while supplies last\, Come join us for a breakfast full of pancakes\, eggs\, sausage or bacon and fruit. Prices are $10 for adults and $5 for kids 3-12 years old.  All money raised goes towards the purchase of medical and rescue equipment\, Details\nBoulder Creek 4th of July Parade – July 4\, 10am\, We are excited to partner this year with the Boulder Creek Business Associationto bring this town an entire day of fun on the 4th of July.  “Get to town early  to secure a good spot to view the parade.  “During the parade and continuing until 2 pm\, the community is invited to a vibrant community block party on Forest Street by the Odd Fellows building with local vendors and purveyors of tasty treats! At noon\, live music  will get your feet dancing! There will also be vendors and merchants setting up booths and sales along the highway just after the parade procession is done. Boulder Creek Business Association\nBoulder Creek After Party at Junction Park is free to attend\, 12-5pm; Music\, beer\, wine\, cider & food is for sale.  Kids activities\, including panning for gold is $5 each 12pm-3pm ONLY.  Details \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFirecracker Race – Friday\, July 4\, Kids 1K 8am; 10K 8:30am; 5K 8:40am\,  The Rotary Club of Santa Cruz Sunrise is ecstatic to announce that our full Firecracker race is back for 2025.  That means all three courses will be available: 10K\, 5K\, and a Kid’s 1K Fun Run will be hosted at Harvey West Park. Its all here and waiting for just for you!  The race is always held on July 4th in the morning!  What a great way to kick off a holiday celebration of our nation’s Independence Day. All the Details \nGilroy Fireworks Show – Friday\, approximately 9:30pm\, One of the safest ways to celebrate the 4th of July and enjoy fireworks is through Gilroy’s annual fireworks show.  The show will take place\, with the fireworks beginning around dusk at approximately 9:30 PM and originating from Gilroy High School located at 750 W 10th Street. Fireworks can be viewed from nearby neighborhoods and at Christmas Hill Park. Residents are encouraged to avoid the traffic by walking or biking to see the show.  Details \nHalf Moon Bay Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade\, Block Party & Festival – Let the good times roll! With 2025 marking it’s 54th rendition\, Half Moon Bay’s beloved Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade along with a Pancake Breakfast\, Block Party & Festival takes over Main Street\, transforming the charming downtown into a festive Red\, White and Blue celebration. The parade starts at 12 noon and lasts approximately 90 minutes. 500 Main St. https://sf.funcheap.com/4th-july-small-town-parade-moon-bay/ \nLos Gatos 4th of July Symphony in the Park – Friday\, 10am – 1pm\, The Town of los Gatos presents: 4th of July – Symphony in the Park! Oak Meadow Park\, Enjoy Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad\, Carousel\, Inflatables\, Food Trucks\, Beer & Wine Garden\, and More!!\nSchedule of Events: 10am – 10:30am – Town Council Welcome\, Veterans Memorial & Support\, Foundation Speaker\, Raising of the Flag Ceremony and National Anthem\, Children’s Bike & Stroller Parade\, 11am –1pm\,  San Jose Wind Symphony\,  Details \nMorgan Hill Freedom Fest – Thursday & Friday\, July 3 & 4\, See each event for times\, Our vision is for everyone to enjoy the July 4th traditions that have been a part of Morgan Hill since 1876 and to continue that tradition long into the future. Freedom Fest was founded and continues to operate on the core value that everyone has the right to celebrate the birth of this country. \nMorgan Hill Freedom Fest\, July 3 & 4\nPatriotic Sing\, July 3\, 6pm\nFamily Music Fest\, July 3\, 6pm \nFreedom Run 5K\, 1K\, July 4\, 7:30am \nCruise and Car Show  Check website.\nParade\, July 4\, 10am\, July 4\, 9pm\nFireworks on the Green\,  July 4\, 9pm \nYouth Essay Contest\,  Due April 1 \nHalf Moon Bay 4th of July \n4th of July Pancake Breakfast\, 8 – 11:30am\, Enjoy a 4th of July pancake breakfast tradition of sausage\, pancakes and orange juice. Details\nOl’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade\, 12 noon\, Main Street\, A time-honored\, home-spun tradition\, the parade celebrates Independence Day in small town America with an entertaining array of whimsical floats\, marching bands\, horses\, community service groups\, classically cool cars\, decorated trikes and bikes\, parading pooches\, youth sports teams\, dance and theatre troupes\, photos and fun with the delightfully rotund\, playful and mischievious Pumpkin Festival mascot “Gourdy”\, a Color Guard by the American Legion slowly winding their way through the crowded downtown.. Details\nI.D.E.S. 4th of July Festival\, 10am – 4pm Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 2:15pm\, Live Music\, Festive Food including “Chamarita” Beef & Linguisa Sandwiches & Hot Dogs\, Frosty Treats including Root Beer Floats\, Beverages including Beer\, Wine & Soft Drinks\, 20+ Local Artisans displaying their wares\, Kids Corner with activities including a dime toss game\, Jump Houses\, Face Painting & Henna Tattoos\, Tons of Fun for the Family! Details \nRoaring Camp Railroads. July 4\, This Fourth of July\, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Join us in the Town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities\, Live Music\, Kids Club Activities\, Chuckwagon BBQ\, https://www.roaringcamp.com/events \nScotts Valley 4th of July Parade and Flyover 10am-5pm; 9am-3pm- Kids zone free activities & food trucks; Parade starts at 11:00am; ADA Parking and Viewing is located at 5007 Scotts Valley Dr.; Live music and food trucks continue after the parade until 3pm  https://www.scottsvalley.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=192  \nSimpkins Pool – Join us for FREE Recreation Swim\, Friday\, July 4th from 12:30-4pm. First come\, first served! Únase a nosotros para la natación recreativa GRATIS\, el martes 4 de julio de 12:30 a 4:00 p. m. Primero llegado\, primero servido.  https://www.facebook.com/SimpkinsFamilySwimCenter \nSpirit of Watsonville 4th of July Parade\, Thursday\, July 4\, 12:30pm\, The Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July parade proceeds down Main St. from St. Patrick’s Church to First Street. Thousands of spectators line the route five to six people deep. Those wanting a front row seat\, place their chairs along the route early in the morning of the parade date. Those interested in participating in the parade should submit an entry form soon after they are made available. https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/1124/Spirit-of-Watsonville-4th-of-July-Parade \nSpreckels 4th of July\, 2025 is cancelled. \nWilder Ranch State Park July 4\, 1 – 6pm\, 1401 Coast Road\, Santa CruzAll are welcome to join in an early 1900s-style Independence Day celebration! Join the parade through the ranch at high noon. Ongoing events include lawn games\, and machine shop and blacksmith demos. There will be live music throughout the day\, fresh baked goods and hand-cranked ice cream\, living history demos\, crafts\, games\, “The Star-Spangled Banner” sing-along\, and more! Free event. Vehicle day-use fee is $10.  Details \nHowever you chose to celebrate\, please remember to stay safe\, pack your trash\, and DO NOT use fireworks. All fireworks are prohibited in the City of Santa Cruz\, even “safe and sane.” And from July 4 – 7\, the City of Santa Cruz will implement a Safety Enhancement Zone where violators will be subject to triple fines. For more information\, please see this message from the Santa Cruz Police Department.
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SUMMARY:4th of July 2025 Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:4th of July 2025 Celebrations: Friday\, July 4 unless otherwise noted\nWe celebrate America’s Independence Day and all the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy!  Find the perfect 4th of July Celebration for your family in Santa Cruz County and nearby. \nAbbott Square 4th of July Festival – Friday 8am – 8pm\, It’s a come-and-go-as-you-please kind of day with something for everyone—great food\, live music\, cool cars\, zany party games for the kids like oversized horseshoes and spin art you can take home\, and the unbeatable energy of downtown Santa Cruz in summer. Abbott Square and Cooper Street in Downtown Santa Cruz\, Details \nAlba School House – Friday 11am-3pm\, The Alba Road community has been coming together to celebrate the Fourth of July since 1895. Please join us for our 130th Fourth of July Celebration! Please consider attending and donating. It will be super fun! Join us as we start a new journey to rebuild! 12070 Alba Rd\, Ben Lomond\,  Details  \nAptos World’s Shortest 4th of July Parade – Friday 10am. Come early. Roads close at 9:30am. Theme: Honor Our Parks!\nAptos Party in the Park – 12-4pm at the Aptos Village Park\, Come check out our awesome craft vendors\, awesome food and refreshing beverages and fun-filled kids zone. Family-friendly! Bring your lawn chairs and family\, Details \nBoulder Creek 4th of July Pancake Breakfast – 7am-12pm or while supplies last\, Come join us for a breakfast full of pancakes\, eggs\, sausage or bacon and fruit. Prices are $10 for adults and $5 for kids 3-12 years old.  All money raised goes towards the purchase of medical and rescue equipment\, Details\nBoulder Creek 4th of July Parade – July 4\, 10am\, We are excited to partner this year with the Boulder Creek Business Associationto bring this town an entire day of fun on the 4th of July.  “Get to town early  to secure a good spot to view the parade.  “During the parade and continuing until 2 pm\, the community is invited to a vibrant community block party on Forest Street by the Odd Fellows building with local vendors and purveyors of tasty treats! At noon\, live music  will get your feet dancing! There will also be vendors and merchants setting up booths and sales along the highway just after the parade procession is done. Boulder Creek Business Association\nBoulder Creek After Party at Junction Park is free to attend\, 12-5pm; Music\, beer\, wine\, cider & food is for sale.  Kids activities\, including panning for gold is $5 each 12pm-3pm ONLY.  Details \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFirecracker Race – Friday\, July 4\, Kids 1K 8am; 10K 8:30am; 5K 8:40am\,  The Rotary Club of Santa Cruz Sunrise is ecstatic to announce that our full Firecracker race is back for 2025.  That means all three courses will be available: 10K\, 5K\, and a Kid’s 1K Fun Run will be hosted at Harvey West Park. Its all here and waiting for just for you!  The race is always held on July 4th in the morning!  What a great way to kick off a holiday celebration of our nation’s Independence Day. All the Details \nGilroy Fireworks Show – Friday\, approximately 9:30pm\, One of the safest ways to celebrate the 4th of July and enjoy fireworks is through Gilroy’s annual fireworks show.  The show will take place\, with the fireworks beginning around dusk at approximately 9:30 PM and originating from Gilroy High School located at 750 W 10th Street. Fireworks can be viewed from nearby neighborhoods and at Christmas Hill Park. Residents are encouraged to avoid the traffic by walking or biking to see the show.  Details \nHalf Moon Bay Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade\, Block Party & Festival – Let the good times roll! With 2025 marking it’s 54th rendition\, Half Moon Bay’s beloved Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade along with a Pancake Breakfast\, Block Party & Festival takes over Main Street\, transforming the charming downtown into a festive Red\, White and Blue celebration. The parade starts at 12 noon and lasts approximately 90 minutes. 500 Main St. https://sf.funcheap.com/4th-july-small-town-parade-moon-bay/ \nLos Gatos 4th of July Symphony in the Park – Friday\, 10am – 1pm\, The Town of los Gatos presents: 4th of July – Symphony in the Park! Oak Meadow Park\, Enjoy Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad\, Carousel\, Inflatables\, Food Trucks\, Beer & Wine Garden\, and More!!\nSchedule of Events: 10am – 10:30am – Town Council Welcome\, Veterans Memorial & Support\, Foundation Speaker\, Raising of the Flag Ceremony and National Anthem\, Children’s Bike & Stroller Parade\, 11am –1pm\,  San Jose Wind Symphony\,  Details \nMorgan Hill Freedom Fest – Thursday & Friday\, July 3 & 4\, See each event for times\, Our vision is for everyone to enjoy the July 4th traditions that have been a part of Morgan Hill since 1876 and to continue that tradition long into the future. Freedom Fest was founded and continues to operate on the core value that everyone has the right to celebrate the birth of this country. \nMorgan Hill Freedom Fest\, July 3 & 4\nPatriotic Sing\, July 3\, 6pm\nFamily Music Fest\, July 3\, 6pm \nFreedom Run 5K\, 1K\, July 4\, 7:30am \nCruise and Car Show  Check website.\nParade\, July 4\, 10am\, July 4\, 9pm\nFireworks on the Green\,  July 4\, 9pm \nYouth Essay Contest\,  Due April 1 \nHalf Moon Bay 4th of July \n4th of July Pancake Breakfast\, 8 – 11:30am\, Enjoy a 4th of July pancake breakfast tradition of sausage\, pancakes and orange juice. Details\nOl’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade\, 12 noon\, Main Street\, A time-honored\, home-spun tradition\, the parade celebrates Independence Day in small town America with an entertaining array of whimsical floats\, marching bands\, horses\, community service groups\, classically cool cars\, decorated trikes and bikes\, parading pooches\, youth sports teams\, dance and theatre troupes\, photos and fun with the delightfully rotund\, playful and mischievious Pumpkin Festival mascot “Gourdy”\, a Color Guard by the American Legion slowly winding their way through the crowded downtown.. Details\nI.D.E.S. 4th of July Festival\, 10am – 4pm Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 2:15pm\, Live Music\, Festive Food including “Chamarita” Beef & Linguisa Sandwiches & Hot Dogs\, Frosty Treats including Root Beer Floats\, Beverages including Beer\, Wine & Soft Drinks\, 20+ Local Artisans displaying their wares\, Kids Corner with activities including a dime toss game\, Jump Houses\, Face Painting & Henna Tattoos\, Tons of Fun for the Family! Details \nRoaring Camp Railroads. July 4\, This Fourth of July\, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Join us in the Town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities\, Live Music\, Kids Club Activities\, Chuckwagon BBQ\, https://www.roaringcamp.com/events \nScotts Valley 4th of July Parade and Flyover 10am-5pm; 9am-3pm- Kids zone free activities & food trucks; Parade starts at 11:00am; ADA Parking and Viewing is located at 5007 Scotts Valley Dr.; Live music and food trucks continue after the parade until 3pm  https://www.scottsvalley.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=192  \nSimpkins Pool – Join us for FREE Recreation Swim\, Friday\, July 4th from 12:30-4pm. First come\, first served! Únase a nosotros para la natación recreativa GRATIS\, el martes 4 de julio de 12:30 a 4:00 p. m. Primero llegado\, primero servido.  https://www.facebook.com/SimpkinsFamilySwimCenter \nSpirit of Watsonville 4th of July Parade\, Thursday\, July 4\, 12:30pm\, The Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July parade proceeds down Main St. from St. Patrick’s Church to First Street. Thousands of spectators line the route five to six people deep. Those wanting a front row seat\, place their chairs along the route early in the morning of the parade date. Those interested in participating in the parade should submit an entry form soon after they are made available. https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/1124/Spirit-of-Watsonville-4th-of-July-Parade \nSpreckels 4th of July\, 2025 is cancelled. \nWilder Ranch State Park July 4\, 1 – 6pm\, 1401 Coast Road\, Santa CruzAll are welcome to join in an early 1900s-style Independence Day celebration! Join the parade through the ranch at high noon. Ongoing events include lawn games\, and machine shop and blacksmith demos. There will be live music throughout the day\, fresh baked goods and hand-cranked ice cream\, living history demos\, crafts\, games\, “The Star-Spangled Banner” sing-along\, and more! Free event. Vehicle day-use fee is $10.  Details \nHowever you chose to celebrate\, please remember to stay safe\, pack your trash\, and DO NOT use fireworks. All fireworks are prohibited in the City of Santa Cruz\, even “safe and sane.” And from July 4 – 7\, the City of Santa Cruz will implement a Safety Enhancement Zone where violators will be subject to triple fines. For more information\, please see this message from the Santa Cruz Police Department.
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SUMMARY:4th of July 2024 Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:4th of July 2024 Celebrations\nWe celebrate America’s Independence Day and all the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy!  Find the perfect 4th of July Celebration for your family in Santa Cruz County and nearby. \nAptos World’s Shortest 4th of July Parade – Thursday\, July 4\, 10am. Come early. Roads close at 9:30am. Theme: Honor Our Parks! Come check out our awesome vendors at the 4th of July Party in the Park from 12-4 at the Aptos Village Park! Bring your lawn chairs and family down to the Party in the Park this 4th of July! \nBoulder Creek 4th of July Parade – July 4\, 10am\, We are so excited to partner this year with the Boulder Creek Business Association to bring this town an entire day of fun on the 4th of July. Check out the map to see what’s happening when and where. If you would like to volunteer for the BCRPD After Party click: https://bcrpd2.ivolunteer.com/fourthofjuly_2024;  “Get to town early – not only to secure a good spot to view the parade but also to have breakfast at the BC Firehouse! They’ll be having their annual pancake breakfast fundraiser where you can have pancakes\, eggs\, sausages and more. You’ll need that delicious fuel to get through the day of celebration!  “During the parade and continuing until 2 pm\, the community is invited to a vibrant community block party on Forest Street by the Odd Fellows building with local vendors and purveyors of tasty treats! At noon\, live music from Redwood Express will get your feet dancing! There will also be vendors and merchants setting up booths and sales along the highway just after the parade procession is done. \nBoulder Creek After Party at Junction Park is free to attend\, 12-5pm; Music by What’s Good & Jake Nielsen 12pm-5pm; Beer\, wine & cider for sale by Steel Bonnet Brewing Company\,  Hallcrest Vineyards & Castoro Winery; Food for sale by River Dogs of Boulder Creek & The Sawmill Restaurant & Ale House;  Kids activities\, including panning for gold is $5 each 12pm-3pm ONLY;  https://www.facebook.com/events/1411634062879056/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFirecracker Race; The Rotary Club of Santa Cruz Sunrise is ecstatic to sponsor the 39th Firecracker Race. All three courses will be available – 10K\, 5K\, and a Kid’s 1K Fun Run will be hosted at Harvey West Park.   The race is always held on July 4th in the morning!  What a great way to kick off a holiday celebration of our nation’s Independence Day. Runners on the 10K will be treated the the challenging “Thrill of the Hill” in Pogonip Park before topping out on the Spring Trail that winds through the beautiful meadow by UCSC before dropping down into the neighborhoods before returning to Harvey West Park. 5K Runners will face a flat and fast course contained completely in the Harvey West Business Park Area.  The 5K course is Stroller\, ADA and Wheelchair accessible.  Everyone ends up in beautiful Harvey West Park for great music\, a post-race gourmet hot dog bar and awards.  You don’t want to miss this! https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/SantaCruz/SantaCruzFirecracker10Kand5K \nGilroy Fireworks Show -Thursday\, July 4\, approximately 9:30pm\, One of the safest ways to celebrate the 4th of July and enjoy fireworks is through Gilroy’s annual fireworks show.  The show will take place\, with the fireworks beginning around dusk at approximately 9:30 PM and originating from Gilroy High School located at 750 W 10th Street. Fireworks can be viewed from nearby neighborhoods and at Christmas Hill Park. Residents are encouraged to avoid the traffic by walking or biking to see the show.    https://www.cityofgilroy.org/910/Fireworks-Information \nHalf Moon Bay Ol’ Fashioned 4th of July Parade\,  12:00 pm – 1:30 pm\, Downtown Half Moon Bay\,  500 Main St.\, Half Moon Bay\,  https://july4th.miramarevents.com/   The parade starts at 12 pm\, transforming the charming downtown along Main Street into a pulsating Coastsider take on a mini-Mardi Gras style celebration. \nLos Gatos 4th of July Symphony in the Park\, Thursday\, July 4\, The Town of los Gatos is happy to present: 4th of July – Symphony in the park! Oak Meadow Park\, 10:30am – 2pm\, https://www.losgatosca.gov/339/4th-of-July-Symphony-in-the-Park\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule of Events: \n10:30am – Event Begins\n11:00am – Children’s Bike Parade\nDecorating bikes is encouraged!\n*No E-Bikes please.\nNoon – Mayor Mary Badame’s Welcome\nVeterans Memorial & Support Foundation Speaker\nRaising of the Flag Ceremony and National Anthem\n12:15pm – San Jose Wind Symphony Perform\n1:00pm – Intermission\n1:30pm – San Jose Wind Symphony Perform\n2:00pm – Thank you for celebrating the 4th of July with the Town of Los Gatos \nFood Truck Menus:\nBilly Jones Snack Shack and BBQ Menu\nChula Puebla Menu\nThe Waffle Roost Menu\nKona Ice Flavor Menu \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMorgan Hill Freedom Fest – “AMERICA: Red\, White and YOU” – A Star Spangled Celebration!” Patriotic Sing & Family Music Fest Freedom Fest Morgan Hill July 3rd\, 10:30pm\, Downtown Morgan Hill between Main Street and Dunne Street\, Come out and join the Family Music Fest on Monterey Road between Dunne and Main Avenue. Come join our community for a relaxing fun-filled evening to begin our holiday celebration. This includes three music stages\, over a dozen food trucks and new this year a kids’ zone which will include bounce houses\, chalk zones and lawn games. https://morganhillfreedomfest.com/family-music-fest \nMorgan Freedom Fest Walk/Run/Roll & Kids’ Run: Kids’ 1 Mile 7:45 a.m.; 5K Walk/Run – Tuesday\, July 4\, 10am – 2pm\, Corner of Peak and Dunne\, FINISH – 17575 Peak Ave\, “Ready to lace up your athletic shoes and be ready for a 1 mile or 5k run/walk/roll. Participants will get a free race shirt if registered early\, treats after the run and the thrill of running the parade route with music on all streets and cheering crowds. https://morganhillfreedomfest.com/freedom-run \nMorgan Freedom Fest Parade: Tuesday\, July 4\, 10am\, Downtown – Come see the 147th consecutive Morgan Hill July 4th Parade going through beautiful Morgan Hill.  With over 9 marching bands\, 4 equestrian groups\, a dozen floats\, special surprise entries and of course the sweet ending of a popsicle for all the kids; this will be the most interactive and exciting parade yet. Also new this year is food booths along the parade route from local Morgan Hill Restaurants.  https://morganhillfreedomfest.com/parade   “Parking is $10 and must be purchased in advance from MorganHillFreedomFest.com.” \nMorgan Hill Freedom Fest Entertainment on the Green: July 4\, 3pm\, Live music starts 5pm\, Gates open at 3pm for a full day of food\, fun and music. We are excited to have three acts in our line-up this year. The Hitmen will be joining Arena and our beloved Patriotic Singers! The show begins at 5:30pm and goes through until the fireworks start at 9:30pm. That’s over three hours of live music! We open with Arena performing arena rock classics and R&B dance music from the 70’s to today’s latest hits—older songs that are already classics and new ones that will be—all presented with extremely strong vocals\, excellent instrumental skills and dynamic stage presence. Following Arena\, we will conduct our annual\, Gizdich Ranch pie eating contest (thank you Gizdich Family!!). If you have someone in your group that would like to gorge themselves by trying to beat eleven others eating a pie without the aid of their hands then be one of the first twelve people to sign up for the contest at our Independence Day Celebrations\, Inc. headquarters table. Of course\, no Fireworks on the Green festival and show would be complete without the Patriotic Singers. Karen Crane and the Patriotic Singers make a return appearance to give everyone a chance to catch a glimpse of the wonderful program they performed the night before\, kicking off our Freedom Fest celebration. Then\, The Hitmen will take the stage. They’re funky\, soulful and will leave you in a cold sweat. They have been performing together for more than 20 years and their tight-knit group consistently delivers high-energy dance music to audiences at public and private functions throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Finally\, we will finish off the evening with our fireworks display…BOOM!! https://morganhillfreedomfest.com/fireworks\n \nRed\, White and Blue Block Party\, Main Street\, Half Moon Bay – Thursday\, July 4\, 12pm –  4pm;  Ol’ Fashioned July 4th\, A time-honored\, home-spun tradition\, the parade celebrates Independence Day in small town America with an entertaining array of whimsical floats\, marching bands\, horses\, community service groups\, classically cool cars\, decorated trikes and bikes\, parading pooches\, youth sports teams\, dance and theatre troupes\, photos and fun with the delightfully rotund\, playful and mischievious Pumpkin Festival mascot “Gourdy”\, a Color Guard by the American Legion\, and local dignitaries and celebrities slowly winding their way through the crowded downtown along Main Street between Filbert and Mill Streets. Honoring Half Moon Bay’s western heritage and always a parade highlight\, there will be a large number of equine entries with prizes awarded in several categories.  Half Moon Bay’s famous\, 40-member strong “Sitting Marching Band” will be in their usual perch at Main and Kelly playing an array of patriotic ballads during the parade. The Half Moon Bay Lions Club will be hosting its annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast in the City Hall parking lot (501 Main Street) from 8am to 11:30am. Adding to the festivities are the Coastside Chamber 4th of July Block Party in Mac Dutra Plaza with beer and wine\, live music\, a kids zone and a Patriotic Outfit Contest (ends at 3pm)\, plus IDES 4th of July Festival with live music\, food and drink booths\, arts and crafts vendors and kids activities (ends at 4pm). https://july4th.miramarevents.com/parade.html \nRoaring Camp Railroads. July 4\, This Fourth of July\, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Join us in the Town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities\, Live Music\, Kids Club Activities\, Chuckwagon BBQ\, https://www.roaringcamp.com/events \nSaratoga July 4th Celebrations:- Thursday\, July 4\, 12:30pm\, Bring the Family to a Free Concert of Patriotic Tunes Performed by the McCartysville Volunteer Band.Be Part of the Celebrations by Dressing Up as a Historic Character. Signup Link is in the Body of This Event.Bring a Blanket & Umbrella – All Lawn Seating.Limited Shade and Chairs Provided for Seniors and Handicapped. Kevin Moran Park\, 12415 Scully Avenue\, Saratoga:  https://www.facebook.com/events/832010202296676/ \nScotts Valley July Parade & Flyover\, Thursday\, July 4\, 1pm\, Please join us for 4th of July Parade and Flyover on Scotts Valley Drive!  Parade: Parade Check-In starts at 10:00 AM on Carbonero Way; Parade starts at 12:00 PM!  ADA Parking and Viewing is located at 5007 Scotts Valley Dr.  New extended route (Civic Dr. to El Pueblo); New this year! 10 – 11:45am; “New FREE Kids Zone” Boys and Girls Club & Scotts Valley Recreation are hosting a “FREE kids Zone” games\, activities and food trucks before the parade and until 3pm! Be sure to stop at the Boys & Girls Club (5060 Scotts Valley Dr.).  https://www.scottsvalley.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=192 ;  Want to be part of the parade? Parade Application Here: https://bit.ly/svparadeapplication \nSimpkins Pool – Join us for FREE Recreation Swim\, Thursday\, July 4th from 12:30-4pm. First come\, first served! Únase a nosotros para la natación recreativa GRATIS\, el martes 4 de julio de 12:30 a 4:00 p. m. Primero llegado\, primero servido.  https://www.facebook.com/SimpkinsFamilySwimCenter \nSpirit of Watsonville 4th of July Parade\, Thursday\, July 4\, 12:30pm\, The Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July parade proceeds down Main St. from St. Patrick’s Church to First Street. Thousands of spectators line the route five to six people deep. Those wanting a front row seat\, place their chairs along the route early in the morning of the parade date. Those interested in participating in the parade should submit an entry form soon after they are made available. https://www.cityofwatsonville.org/1124/Spirit-of-Watsonville-4th-of-July-Parade \nSpreckels 4th of July\, 10am – 4pm\, Join us for the return of the beloved Spreckels  4th of July event! We will have amazing food and craft vendors\, a live band\, our highlighted parade and a car show right at the park! Parade line up at the VFW hall 10-11:30am; Parade starts at Noon! Details \nWilder Ranch State Park July 4\, 1 – 6pm\, 1401 Coast Road\, Santa CruzAll are welcome to join in an early 1900s-style Independence Day celebration! Join the parade through the ranch at high noon. Ongoing events include lawn games\, and machine shop and blacksmith demos. There will be live music throughout the day\, fresh baked goods and hand-cranked ice cream\, living history demos\, crafts\, games\, “The Star-Spangled Banner” sing-along\, and more! Free event. Vehicle day-use fee is $10.  Details \n 
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LOCATION:Santa Cruz County
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Holidays,Teen Activities
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