Sacramento July 4th 2009 Fireworks Shows

Declare your independence this year with a July 4th, 2009 fireworks show and celebration at one of the Sacramento area's most happening venues, including Cal Expo fireworks, Rancho Cordova fireworks, Roseville fireworks, Folsom fireworks, Davis fireworks, Carmichael fireworks, Elk Grove fireworks and Citrus Heights fireworks.

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.

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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

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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
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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

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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

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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

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Elk Grove 4th of July

What: Salute to the Red, White and Blue Festival
When: July 4, 2009; festival starts at 3 p.m., fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Elk Grove Regional Park, 9950 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove.
Elk Grove 4th of July Highlights:
Music, food, vendors and fireworks.
What to know:
Admission is free but parking is $10
More info:
(916) 691-3760.

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Citrus Heights 4th of July

What: Sunrise Mall Fireworks Spectacular
When: July 4, 2009 carnival starts at noon; music 7:30 p.m. fireworks after dark
Where: Sunrise Mall, Sunrise Blvd. and Greenback Lane, Citrus Heights
Citrus Heights 4th of July Highlights:
Carnival rides, music by Mere Mortals (with 16-year-old harmonica player Kyle Rowland), fireworks choreographed with music broadcast from KRXQ/98 Rock. Free fireworks viewing glasses available while supplies last.
What to know:
Admission is free but parking is $10
More info:
(916) 961-7150.

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