Whether you're wanting to get up early for a parade or you just want to head out to watch the fireworks, there’s plenty happening all around town to help you celebrate!
So if you’re wondering what’s happening and where to be when the sky lights up, below is a guide to Fourth of July happenings in and around Rancho Cucamonga. Ger ready to make some red-white-and-blue memories.❤️🤍💙
Rancho Cucamonga
2025 Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacle.
Friday, July 4 - RC Epicenter Sports Complex, 8408 Rochester Ave, Rancho Cucamonga
Gates open at 6:00 pm, entertainment starts at 6:30 pm, and Fireworks begin at 9:00 pm
Join us at the Rancho Cucamonga Epicenter for a fun-filled evening of live entertainment by Blow Brass, followed by a fireworks display. Don't miss a fun night, food, family and fireworks!
Tickets: Single-seat tickets for purchase for $15, table of 4 for $125 (online fees apply).
Purchase your tickets online HERE.
**Please note - the Epicenter is a cashless facility. Debit/credit card only.
Ontario
Friday, July 4 - Ontario Town Square, 224 N. Euclid Ave
9:00 am - Independence Day Parade - Begins on 4th Street and Euclid, Ontario
Celebrate the fourth and cheer on parade-goers! Head to Town Square for more festivities after the parade.
9:30 am - 1:30 pm - All-States Picnic -fun, family activities, FREE crafts, games, and vendors
11:00 am - Ontario Chaffey Community Showband Performance
12:00 pm - Patriotic Pooch Contest
12:15 pm Whiskerino Contest
The City of Ontario Fireworks Spectacular
Friday, July 4 - Westwind Park, 2455 E. Riverside Drive, Ontario
Gates open at 5:00 pm. Live entertainment, Drone Show at 8:45pm and Fireworks begin at 9:00 pm.
Games and food vendors. Entrance is Free
Claremont
Friday, July 4, Memorial Park, 840 Indian Hill Blvd, Claremont
7:00 am - 10:00 am Pancake breakfast - served by the Kiwanis Club
7:30 am - Sunrise Rotary Club 1K Fun Run*
8:00 am - Sunrise Rotary Club 5k Run/Walk*
*Claremont Freedom 5K Run/Walk and 1K Kids Fun Run -Memorial Park, 840 Indian Hill Blvd, Claremont
The run is co-hosted by the Claremont Sunrise Rotary and the Claremont High School Cross Country Program and features a 1K Kids Fun Run, a 5K Run/Walk. Pre-registration is now open and runs through July 3rd. Click here to register today!
10:00 am - Flag Raising Ceremony and Festival
10:15 am - T. Willard Hunter Speakers Corner
12:00 pm - Honoree Recognition
1:00 pm - Claremont's 75th 4th of July Celebration, Memorial Park, 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd, Claremont
Watch and cheer on local community groups, see floats and bands, and more!
City of Claremont 4th of July Fireworks & Concert
Pomona College Strehle Track, 522 N Mills Ave, Claremont
Gates open at 6:30 pm, and entertainment begins at 6:45 pm. Fireworks start at 9:00 pm.
Live entertainment from Pop Vinyl and a Kiwanis BBQ Dinner will be available for sale.
Tickets: presale $10.00 per person and at the gate IF AVAILABLE. (3 and under are free)
You can purchase your tickets at Alexander Hughes Community Center
Pomona
Kaboom Fireworks Spectacular
Friday, July 4 - L.A. County Fairgrounds, 1101 W. McKinley Ave, Pomona
Doors open at 4:00 pm, live entertainment by Past Action Heroes, and Fireworks at 9:15 pm.
Celebrate our nation's independence at Fairplex! Fireworks, Food, Motocross, Tuff Trucks, Live Music & Monster Trucks
Tickets: Online starts at $14 per person - Gate purchase $15
Purchase your presale tickets online HERE **Please note - this is a cashless event. Debit/credit card only.
Upland
The City of Upland 2025 Light Up The Night 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
Friday, July 4 - Cable Airport, 1749 W. 13th Street, Upland
Gates open at 5:00 pm; stage games begin at 5:00 pm; live entertainment begins at 5:15 pm. Fireworks start at 9:00 pm.
Live entertainment from Pop Vision, food vendors, a beer garden, an airplane display and Kid's Stage, rides and attractions
Tickets: Presale $15.00 per person -$20 after June 30. (NO TICKETS SOLD AT GATE).
You can purchase your tickets at:
Magnolia Recreation Center, Upland
Gibson Senior Center, Upland
Upland City Hall
Landecena Community Building
La Verne
Friday, July 4 - Various locations in La Verne
6:30 am-10:30 am Pancake Breakfast at Methodist Church, 3205 "D" Street, La Verne
7:00 am-4:00 pm The skate park is open. 3102 "D" Street
10:00 am- Stars, Stripes, & Service Parade - Begins at 10th St and "D" Street
Bands, floats, classic cars, and more!
12:00 pm-4:00 pm - Free Swim at The La Verne Aquatics Center -3175 Bolling Avenue
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm - BBQ Pacific Island Grill, hosted at the Methodist Church - (across from Bonita High School)
The City of La Verne welcomes you to celebrate "Stars, Stripes, & Service"
Friday, July 4 - Bonita High School, 3102 "D" Street, La Verne
Gates Open at 6:00 pm, and entertainment begins at 7:00 pm. Fireworks conclude at 9:30 pm.
Entertainment is provided by The Silverados
Food, Vendors and more!
Tickets: cash only $20.00 per person (5 and up) - Pre-sale tickets are $15 before June 27
4yrs and under are free.
Tickets can only be purchased online. Click here to purchase tickets.
Chino
City of Chino Fireworks Spectacular
Saturday, June 28 - Ruben S. Ayala Park, 14225 Central Ave, Chino
1:00 pm Food Court, Booths and Games/Rides, Live performance by AstroYachts at 5:00 pm and Fireworks Show begins at 9:00 pm.
Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, picnics, and family games and spend the day. Entrance is Free; rides and games require ticket purchase.
Other Popular Fireworks Shows
Hollywood Bowl - July 2 - 4
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with Earth, Wind & Fire
Nine-time Grammy Award-winning icons and one of the best-selling artists of all time Earth, Wind & Fire brings their iconic and timeless catalog of music with hits like “September” and “Shining Star” for three thrilling nights of songs, fireworks and fun. Like the elements in their name, Earth, Wind & Fire’s music has withstood ever-changing trends in the world and shows no sign of vanishing as they continue to create joy and uplifting tunes that will forever reach a sacred universal atmosphere. Together with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, conductor Thomas Wilkins, and a sky full of fireworks, the party-starting Rock & Roll Hall of Famers make it a huge July Fourth at the Bowl.
Fireworks at Disneyland
Salute the stars and stripes like never before while celebrating Independence Day at an inspirational fireworks show—all to patriotic music.
Knotts Berry Farm's Dazzling Fireworks Show
Knott's Berry Farm offers one of the area's best July 4th events, with special family-friendly entertainment during the day and spectacular fireworks in the evening.
Universal Studios
Celebrate Independence Day with live performances, festive décor, and the sky filled with fireworks.
Queen Mary Fourth of July Celebration
Celebrate the 4th of July aboard the Queen Mary with a one-of-a-kind, family-friendly experience that’s packed with all-American charm and non-stop entertainment. Step onto the historic decks and journey through themed parties spanning every decade—from an old-time fair to a 70s disco and even a modern glow bar—each with its own flair, activities, and live performances for all ages. The night reaches its grand finale with a dazzling 15-minute fireworks spectacular lighting up the Long Beach skyline—an unforgettable moment you’ll want to share with the whole crew.
Ready to cool off?
- Buccaneer Cove, Castle Park's 20,000 square foot waterpark, is Open! - Riverside
- Raging Waters, San Dimas gives a 45% discount on one-day admission.
- Wild Rivers, Irvine is open! The newly designed waterpark has over 20 acres, 20 rides, 3 restaurants and endless fun.
- Play some mini-golf, go on the go-karts and hit up the bumper boats at Bullwinkle's Family Fun Center!
- A great day trip to the Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach would be nice!
Whatever you decide to do, have a 🎆Safe and Fun Fourth of July!
Your Publisher,
Beth Neely
Macaroni KID Rancho Cucamonga
