the Port of San Diego‘s annual Big Bay Boom, one of the largest fireworks shows in the nation. The pyrotechnics are launched beginning at 9 p.m. from four barges anchored off the south embarcadero, north embarcadero, Harbor Island and Shelter Island.
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Here is List of Other Fireworks Shows in the County
Chula Vista – Fireworks at the Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center begin at 9 p.m.
Coronado — Fireworks over Glorietta Bay begin at 9 p.m.
El Cajon — Fireworks at Kennedy Park begin at 9 p.m.
Escondido — Fireworks over Grape Day Park begin at 9 p.m.
Imperial Beach — Fireworks over the ocean are visible from the pier plaza from 9 p.m. to 9:20 p.m.
La Jolla — An environmentally friendly drone show sponsored by the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club begins at 9 p.m. and is best viewed from Kellogg Park.
Legoland California — Fireworks over DUPLO Playtown begin at 8:45 p.m. for younger patriots.
Rancho Bernardo — Fireworks at Rancho Bernardo High School begin at 9 p.m.
Poway — Fireworks at 9 p.m. cap an old-fashioned July 4th celebration at Old Poway Park.
San Diego County Fair — Fireworks beginning at 9 p.m. are best seen from the grandstand.
San Marcos — Fireworks over Bradley Park begin at 9 p.m
Santee — Fireworks at Town Center Community Park East begin at 9 p.m. On-site parking must be purchased in advance, or there is a free shuttle from the Costco lot.
Seaworld San Diego — Fireworks over San Diego Bay begin at 9:30 p.m. with best viewing from inside the theme park.
Vista — Fireworks over the Moonlight Amphitheatre begin at 9 p.m. There is a $5 entrance fee.
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