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4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Canceled In Cupertino
Cupertino's traditional Fourth of July events may be canceled, but there are several other ways you can celebrate Independence Day.
CUPERTINO, CA — It's shaping up to be a star-spangled Fourth of July near Cupertino and the South Bay.
As coronavirus cases continue to drop across the state, and the number of those vaccinated continues to rise, Independence Day events are opening up area-wide.
July 4 is almost here, so find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you.
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Although Cupertino's fireworks are canceled, there is a pancake breakfast, plus other fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around the region, so you can start planning.
Note dates as not all events occur Sunday, July 4, plus always double-check with organizers to confirm times and locations, in case activities changed since posted. And if we missed your organization or town's festivities, email details and an online link to susan.schena@patch.com.
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And have a safe and festive 4th of July!
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APTOS:
JULY 1-5: Independence Week: Business Decoration Contest. The community votes for the winner.
JULY 4: July 4th 'World's Shortest Parade' - The longtime tradition is back!
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BOULDER CREEK:
JULY 4: July 4th Downtown Fest & Virtual Parade. The historic town will feature music, artists, crafters, raffle & more.
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CUPERTINO:
JULY 4: 4th of July Pancake Breakfast. Hosted by De Anza Optimist Club of Cupertino.
JULY 4: July 4th Fest & Fireworks. Canceled.
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FELTON:
JULY 4: July 4th 'POD' Party: Roaring Camp Railroads. With live music & tickets are required.
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GILROY:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Show. Planned at the high school sports field.
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HALF MOON BAY:
JULY 4: ‘Ol Fashioned July 4th Parade . With pancake breakfast & music fest.
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LOS ALTOS:
JULY 4: Glorious July 4th Concert. Not planned for 2021 as town preps to open new community center.
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LOS ALTOS HILLS:
JULY 4: Independence Day July 4th Caravan. Viewing from homes or at local parks.
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LOS GATOS:
JULY 1: Summer 'Thursday Promenades' & Live Music. No July 4th events are planned, but a new, summer concert series begins July 1.
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MILPITAS:
JULY 4-10: Spirit Of America July 4 Firecracker Race. A virtual race is new this year, with medals & T-shirts!
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MORGAN HILL:
JULY 3: July 4th Patriotic Sing: Amphitheater. Family Music Festival is directly after the Sing.
JULY 4: 4th of July Freedom Fest 5K & Kid's Fun Run. Back & in-person this year.
JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Fireworks. There's a car show in there, too!
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MOUNTAIN VIEW:
JULY 4: July 4th Free Open Rehearsal Concert. Outdoors with the TACO - Terrible Adult Chamber Orchestra of Silicon Valley at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts.
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks: Shoreline. Canceled, but bevy of activities planned.
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PALO ALTO:
JULY 4: July 4th Fun & Music In The Park. With food truck & games, too.
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REDWOOD CITY:
JULY 3-4: July 4th Weekend Chalk Full of Fun @Home. Includes family-friendly contest with prizes!
JULY 4: July 4th Parade & Fireworks. Canceled.
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SAN FRANCISCO:
JULY 3-4: July 4th Weekend Warriors & Thrive City Block Party. Extravaganza includes beer garden, bands, DJs, kids' zone & pet-costume parade.
JULY 3-4: San Francisco Independence Day Pub Crawl. With hot dog-eating contest, too.
JULY 4: July 4th SF Symphony Stern Grove Concert. Free, but reservations required.
JULY 4: July 4th Fun & Fireworks: Fisherman's Wharf. Full day planned with everything open!
JULY 4: Golden Gate Park Band July 4th Concert. Not occurring in 2021. Shows to resume in August.
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SAN JOSE:
JULY 4: Rose, White & Blue 4th of July Parade. Car show & entertainment planned.
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2021: Discovery Meadow. Canceled.
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks Fest: Almaden Lake Park. Canceled.
JULY 4-5: Drink and Drive Alive Free Cab Ride.
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SANTA CLARA:
JULY 4: July 4th Fest & Fireworks 2021: CA's Great America. Tickets sold in advance online.
JULY 4: July 4th All-City Picnic & Fireworks. Canceled.
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SANTA CRUZ:
JULY 3-4: Historic Ranch Ground Tour. At Wilder Ranch State Park.
JULY 4: Rotary's July 4th Firecracker 5K - In-Person. Participation is limited, so sign up soon.
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SARATOGA:
JULY 4: McCartysville Volunteer Band July 4th Concert. Bring a blanket ... all lawn seating.
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SCOTTS VALLEY:
JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade & Flyover. The fun starts in the afternoon!
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WATSONVILLE:
JULY 4: July 4th Spirit of Watsonville Neighborhood Parade. Community event to replace Main Street parade for 2021.
JULY 4: July 4th "Fire In The Sky" Fireworks: Airport. Rescheduled to new date.
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WOODSIDE:
JULY 4: Mounted Patrol July 4th Rodeo & Parade. Canceled.
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Patch Editorial Intern Brittany Ung contributed to this post.
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FOR THE FULL GUIDE TO SF AREA: 4th Of July Fireworks, Parade & Events 2021 In San Francisco Bay Area
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