4th of July events 2025 in the Foothills

"Let freedom ring ... and fireworks light up the sky!" From parades to fireworks, the Sacramento region offers dozens of ways to celebrate America's birthday. Whether you prefer a hometown parade or a big fireworks spectacular, there's something for every patriotic spirit. Please note: Event details can change. Always check with organizers or visit official websites before attending. Alphabetical listing Antelope: July 4 pancake breakfast and bike parade at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 3621 Elverta Road, 8-10 a.m.; free admission. local.churchofjesuschrist.org Auburn: July 4 parade begins 10:30 a.m. in Downtown Auburn, CA, followed by festivities at 5 p.m. at the Gold Country Fairgrounds, with fireworks around 9 p.m.; free admission. downtownauburnca.com/events/4th-of-july Cameron Park: June 28 celebration at Cameron Park Lake, $10 admission ($5 for children). cameronpark.org/2025-summer-spectacular Citrus Heights: June 28 Stars & Stripes Celebration at Van Maren Park, free admission. citrusheights.net/1338/Stars-Stripes-Celebration Colfax: July 3 celebration in Historic Downtown Colfax begins at 3 p.m. with craft and food vendors, beer garden, kids zone, parades at 6 and 7 p.m., fireworks at 9:15 p.m.; free admission. historiccolfax.com/events/colfax-3rd-of-july-celebration-2025/ Davis: July 4 celebration at Community Park, free admission. cityofdavis.org/city-hall/city-manager-s-office/community-events/fourth-of-july Dutch Flat: July 4 Independence Day parade begins 10:30 a.m. in front of Dutch Flat Community Center with flag raising and pledge, participants line up at 10 a.m.; free admission. goldendrift.org/4th-of-july El Dorado Hills: July 3 Fireworks & Freedom Festival at EDH Town Center Amphitheater, free admission. edhtowncenter.com/upcoming-events/calendar/ Elk Grove: July 4 Salute to the Red, White and Blue begins at 5 p.m. at Elk Grove Park with bike parade and live music, fireworks at 9:30 p.m.; free admission, $10 parking. elkgrove.gov/event/salute-red-white-and-blue/july-04-2025-0500pm Folsom: July 3-5 Folsom Rodeo features fireworks around 10 p.m. each night at rodeo grounds. folsomprorodeo.com/ Galt: July 4 celebration at Veterans Field, 900 Caroline Avenue, free live music at 6 p.m. and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. cityofgalt.org/our-city/special-events/independence-day-celebration/fireworks Grass Valley: July 4 festivities begin 8 a.m. with pancake breakfast on W. Main Street, Nevada County Concert Band performs at 9 a.m., parade starts 10 a.m. at South Auburn and West Main Streets, evening festival 6-9 p.m. on Mill Street with fireworks around 9:30 p.m.; free admission. downtowngrassvalley.com/gvda-events/2025-july-4th-celebration-stars-stripes-and-summertime-delights/ Lincoln: July 4 celebration at McBean Park, free admission. lincolncafireworks.com/schedule-2/ Placerville: July 4 Family Blast at El Dorado County Fair & Event Center, 100 Placerville Drive, gates open 3 p.m. with live music 6-10 p.m. and fireworks after dark; $5 admission ($30 carload option). eldoradocountyfair.org/blast.html Rancho Cordova: July 3-4 celebration at Hagan Community Park, 2197 Chase Drive, features 9 a.m. July 4 race and parade, evening concerts and 9:45 p.m. fireworks; $5 online/$10 gate admission, $10 cash parking. ranchocordovajuly4th.com/ Rocklin: June 27-28 celebration at Twin Oaks Park, free admission. rosevilletoday.com/news/rocklin/rocklin-celebrate-america-2025/ Roseville: July 4 celebration @the Grounds, free admission with $15 parking. roseville.ca.us/residents/city_events/4th_of_july_celebration West Sacramento: July 4 Fourth on the Field at Sutter Health Park after A's vs. Giants game, fireworks at 9:30 p.m.; purchase tickets online for the game or view the fireworks from outside the stadium. mlb.com/athletics/tickets/promotions Wilton: July 4-6 Cowboy Campout at 11887 Arno Road features trail riding, horse racing, dancing and BBQ with RV camping and tent options; admission varies. eventbrite.com/e/4th-of-july-cowboy-campout-3-day-event-tickets-1352402966679 Winters: July 3 fireworks show at Dr. Seller's Field, Winters High School on Grant Avenue, gates open 5 p.m., fireworks 9:15 p.m.; free admission. cityofwinters.org/167/Community-Events Discovering family-friendly destinations and adventures beyond our backyard. For questions or comments email Jessica at jessicah@goldcountrymedia.com.