4th of July in San Diego 2023: Fireworks, Events & More

Are you ready to celebrate Independence Day? 4th of July in San Diego is a lot of fun, whether you are looking for the best places to watch the San Diego 4th of July fireworks, parades, parties, and more.

Best Places to See 4th of July Fireworks in San Diego

If you are after fireworks on Independence Day, you won’t be disappointed. You can look forward to some of the most amazing 4th of July fireworks in San Diego you have ever seen. Most of our fireworks take place over water, so you get to see a double effect of sparkles. Take a look below for the best places to watch the 4th of July Fireworks in San Diego.

Big Boom Bay San Diego

Location: San Diego Bay
Time: 9:00 PM – 9:20ish PM

Big Boom Bay San Diego is the largest Fireworks in San Diego on 4th of July. 4 barges are setting off fireworks over the San Diego Bay and can be seen from almost all over Downtown San Diego, Coronado, Point Loma, Old Town, and beyond.

The best place to see the fireworks is of course from the water. If you know anyone with a boat, now is the time to cash in some friendship points and see if you can join them on their boat on the San Diego Bay. The second best places to watch the Big Boom Bay fireworks are along the bay. The barges are located in front of Shelter Island, Harbor Island, and North and South Embarcadero.

The Big Boom Bay fireworks are raising money for the Armed Services YMCA charity to support the Big Bay Boom and the services for military families and Wounded Warriors.

Here are some of the top spots to watch the San Diego fireworks:

Please note that most restaurants and bars require reservations ahead of time or offer a special prix fix menu or cover charge for the holiday. Make reservations as soon as possible!

4th of July Fireworks in San Diego County 2023 Schedule

Central San Diego Fireworks

San Diego North County 4th of July Fireworks 2023

East County San Diego 4th of July Fireworks 2023

South Bay San Diego Fireworks

San Diego 4th of July Events 2023

More Fun Things to Do on 4th of July in San Diego

Fireworks and Parades are fun and will definitely put you in the mood for 4th of July, but there are more fun things to do on that day to celebrate the Birth of America.

• Beach Day: San Diego has some of the best beaches in the US and on 4th of July, they are the perfect place if you want to party and have a good time. This is NOT the time if you are looking for a quiet, read-your-book kind of relaxing beach day. It will be loud, fun, and a bit crazy. Get there early and try to use public transport or ride-shares as parking will be almost impossible. Check out some of our favorite San Diego beaches here>>
• Picnic in the Park: A day in the park is always a good idea. Pack up a yummy picnic, a blanket, and some drinks and find a shady spot on the grass to enjoy and end relax.
• Bonfire on the Beach: If you are lucky, you might be able to score one of the bonfire spots in Mission Bay to have a little BBQ with the family and friends overlooking Mission Bay. You can also see the SeaWorld Fireworks from there, so this is a perfect place to hang out the whole day and evening.
• Pay Tribute: Visit some of San Diego’s Military Memorials and Monuments and pay your tribute to the heroes that supported this nation throughout the centuries.

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Last Updated on June 9, 2023 by Maria Haase

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