SAN DIEGO (KGTV) - There are several 4th of July celebrations planned across the county.
Here's a guide to fireworks displays, with most being free to the public, but you may have to pay for parking, get there early, or use public transportation.
July 3 Fireworks on Mission Bay
Where: Mission Bay Yacht Club; Time: 9 p.m.
The July 3 Fireworks Show in Mission Bay returns, thanks to the Mission Bay Yacht Club, will once again light up the sky starting at 9 p.m. People can view the fireworks from Sunset Point Park, Santa Clara Point to Fanuel Street Park, and along Rivera Drive and the shoreline areas with a view of Sail Bay.
Oceanside Fireworks show (July 3)
Where: SoCal Soccer Complex at El Corazon; Time: 9 p.m.
Celebrate Oceanside's 135th anniversary of the city's incorporation with food, live entertainment, a family fun zone and fireworks on Monday, July 3.
Big Bay Boom July 4 Fireworks Show
Where: San Diego Bay; Time: 9 p.m.
The annual celebration begins at 9 p.m. with fireworks launched from four barges around San Diego Bay. A musical simulcast will accompany the fireworks. The simulcast will be live on KGB-FM radio.
SeaWorld San Diego 4th of July Fireworks
Where: SeaWorld San Diego; Time: 9:30 p.m.
End your day at SeaWorld with their fireworks show.
Chula Vista 4th Fest
Where: Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center; Time: 9 p.m.
Gates open at 7 p.m., and fireworks are set to a custom soundtrack heard only on Magic 92.5.
4th of July Celebration in Coronado
Where: Various locations in Coronado; Time: 9 p.m.
Coronado's fireworks display will light up the skies over Glorietta Bay.
Del Mar Fair's July 4th Fireworks Show
Where: Del Mar Fair; Time: 9 p.m.
City of El Cajon 4th of July Fireworks
Where: Kennedy Park; Time: 9 p.m.
The city of El Cajon will host a free fireworks show along with other free family-friendly activities.
Santee Salutes- Fourth of July
Where: Town Center Community Park East; Time: 9 p.m.
People planning to attend this event are asked to purchase parking before arriving, as no parking will be sold onsite.
City of Vista Independence Day Celebration
Where: Brengle Terrace Park; Time: 9 p.m.
Tickets for this event can be purchased onsite for $5, and parking is free. For this year's show, live entertainment will be provided by The Cassie B Project.
Red, White and BOOM! at LEGOLAND California
Where: Legoland California; Time: 8:30 p.m.
LEGOLAND California will celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks set to patriotic musical tribute with designated viewing areas around the park. The show is included with the cost of admission.
4th of July Drone Show
Where: La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club; Time: 8:45 p.m.
The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, in partnership with Drone Studios, will host a show-stopping Fourth of July drone show. A fleet of 100 drones will soar about 350 feet above the shoreline. The performance showcases a symphony of lights and color, expertly choreographed to simulate the awe of actual fireworks, as well as an array of patriotic imagery.
The Independence Day and Fireworks Festival in Escondido
Where: California Center for the Arts, 340 N. Escondido Blvd.; Time: 4 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
The event features games, food vendors and live music (including country star Lorrie Morgan and Third Marine Aircraft Wing Band).
Lake Murray July 4 show
Where: Lake Murray Playground, 7001 Murray Park Dr.; Time: 11 a.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
Enjoy live music, food and activities at this event.
Imperial Beach fireworks show
Where: Imperial Beach Pier, 2 Elder Ave.; Time: 9 p.m.
Maritime Museum fireworks show
Where: Museum on 1492 N. Harbor Dr.; Time: 9 p.m.
National City Carnival & Fireworks
Where: Kimball Park, 12th and D streets; Time: 9 p.m.
The carnival will have rides, games and food. Fireworks show will begin after the Miss National City Educational Pageant.
Ocean Beach drone show
Where: OB Pier, 1850 Ocean Front St.; Time: 9:05 p.m.
The unique presentation can be seen just north of the pier.
Poway’s Old Fashioned Fourth of July & Fireworks
Where: Festival at Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd., starting at 10 a.m.; Two fireworks shows begin at 6 p.m., with $5 entrance fee.
Ramona July 4 Family Picnic & Fireworks
Where: Olive Peirce Middle School, 1521 Hansen Lane; Time: Event starts at 4, fireworks at 9 p.m.
Rancho Bernardo “Spirit of the 4th”
Where: Webb Park (for community fair), Fireworks show at Bernardo Heights Middle School; Time: 9 p.m.
Organizers are requesting a $10 donation for entry.
San Marcos Independence Day event
Where: Bradley Park, 1587 Linda Vista Drive; Time: Event starts at 5 p.m., fireworks show at 9 p.m.
4th of July in Big Bear Lake
Where: Big Bear; Time: 8:45 p.m.
The Fireworks Spectacular will light up the sky above Big Bear Lake. Local radio stations KBHR will air a musical accompaniment to the show on 93.3 FM and 102.5 FM.
