4th of July Celebrations

The United States is celebrating its 250th Anniversary!
Independence Day is nearly here, and the Danville area has several exciting events you can go to – whether it’s for live music, yummy food, a fun parade, or watching the fireworks at night. Stay updated @danvillesocial on Instagram!

Kiwani’s Parade, Danville
The Kiwanis-Danville Parade will take place on Thursday, July 4th, from 9 a.m. to noon in downtown Danville.
The Parade will take place along Hartz Avenue and San Ramon Valley Boulevard from approximately 9 am to noon, starting at San Ramon Valley High School at Railroad Avenue. The Parade route will end at Town and Country Drive like last year. The parade can be seen from either side of the street, and there is always plenty of room for everyone!

Norms Place, Danville
**UPDATE…SOLD OUT! Celebrate Independence Day the Norm’s way! Reserve your spot on their downtown Danville patio for the best seat in town for the annual 4th of July parade. With only 50 seats available, this is your chance to kick off the holiday in style with great company, stunning parade views, and a gourmet breakfast buffet included with every reservation.

Hazy BBQ, Danville
Order BBQ for the 4th! Go hang out with them for the 4th of July Parade!

Harvest, Danville
Head down to celebrate the 4th with them! It will be open from 9 am-2 pm. There will be limited drinks and sandwiches from 9 am-12 pm, followed by a full lunch service from 12 pm-2 pm, and closed for dinner service.

Crumbs, Danville
Head over from 7 am-4 pm and have a great view of the parade!

Primo’s, Danville
Watch the parade from the patio and enjoy Brunch! Food and drinks start at 9 am.

Danville Brewing Co., Danville
Head over and enjoy $15 Breakfast Burritos & Canned beer from 8-10 AM. Enjoy lunch from 10 AM-3 PM.

The Growler Pub, Danville
Watch the parade from their patio! Get your spot to watch the parade before they sell out!  They also have a dog-friendly patio!

Firework Display, College Park High School, Pleasant Hill
All-day fun, 5k, Downtown Parade, Park Event, and Fireworks! 6:30 pm – Music, food, & Fun! Hot Dogs, Tacos, Shaved Ice, and Kettle Corn vendors available. 9:15 pm – Our fireworks show begins. Grab a blanket and your loved ones and enjoy the show! NO DOGS ARE PERMITTED.

Boys of Summer Concert, San Ramon
Kick off America’s 250th with patriotic music from Olympia Fields Brass, followed by a high-energy concert featuring The Cheeseballs, bringing you the best of funk & soul with hits from the 80’s, 90’s and today. Grab your friends, family, and picnic blanket for a spectacular evening of dancing, singing, and summer fun. Beer, wine, and food will be available from several food trucks. Shade structures, tents, and umbrellas will only be permitted at the top of the ridge/hill to ensure lines of sight remain open.

The 4th of July Parade & Celebration, Downtown Orinda
On July 4th, there are events for every age group, starting with the annual Pancake Breakfast, flag-raising ceremony, fun run, parade, live music, food, games, and booths in the park following the parade. Everyone is invited to participate in the planning, sponsor a booth or event, participate in the parade, host a booth in the park, or just come and enjoy the events!

Have fun this Independence Day, and remember to stay safe during the fireworks. If you have any pets, make sure they’re comfortable at home–dogs are often frightened of fireworks, so close the windows, draw the curtains, and give your pet some treats to calm them down before you step out. Stay tuned for more posts like this and find out the best (of everything!) in Danville, CA.