The only problem you will have on July 4th is deciding which amazing event to go to! The cities of west Riverside County have pulled out all the stops for their communities to celebrate Independence Day. Spend the day at parades, on a trail ride or enjoying festivals then be treated to aerial shows at night. Here is where to see July 4th Fireworks in Riverside, Norco, Corona, Moreno Valley and Temecula.
Remember that all personal fireworks are illegal in Riverside County. Help everyone have a safe Fourth of July and reduce the risk of wildfires by enjoying City-sponsored events instead.
4Th of July Aerial Fireworks Show Riverside
July 4
9 p.m.
La Sierra Park
5215 La Sierra Avenue, Riverside
Mt. Rubidoux Park
Mt. Rubiodoux Drive at 9th Street
The City of Riverside Fireworks show includes viewing at two parks: La Sierra and Mt. Rubidoux. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Please note, the La Sierra and Carlson Dog Park will be closed all day after 7 a.m. on July 4th. Mt Rubidoux will also be closed and hikers will not have access to the mountain from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4th.
Calvary Presbyterian Church Fourth of July Festival
July 4
7 p.m.
4495 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside
The back parking lot of the Calvary Presbyterian Church will be decked out for the Fourth of July! Come to their July 4th Festival to enjoy food trucks, games, face painting and music! Then stay and watch the Mt. Rubidoux fireworks! This Fourth of July event is free, even the activities. Just pay for food and drinks. No alcohol or pets are allowed.
Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery
July 4
6 p.m. – 9 :30 p.m.
4414 14th Street, Riverside
$10, kids 13 and under free
The iconic Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery is hosting a party for the July 4th Fireworks viewing! Come early and enjoy Shameless Dawgs band, Chris Cross Magic – the balloon man, Sparkles the Clown & Co. face painting, bounce house and food vendors. Take a guided tour of the historic cemetery as well! Bring your lawn chairs and blanket to enjoy the fireworks show. Purchase tickets on Eventbrite. Proceeds benefit the cemetery. Parking is at Brockton and Tequesquite Avenues, visit the Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery website for more information.
Norco Fourth of July: Mayor’s Equestrian Trail Ride and Patriotic Picnic in the Park
July 4
8: 30 a.m.
Ingalls Event Center
3737 Crestview Drive, Norco
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Pikes Peak Park
97 Sixth Street, Norco
Start out your Fourth of July fun with the Mayor’s Equestrian Trail Ride and Costume Contest in Norco! Registration is at 8:30 a.m. at the Ingalls Event Center, Parking Lot 2. Bring your horse and yourself decked out in your best red, white and blue to enjoy a fun ride and maybe win a prize!
Then, head to Pikes Peak Park for the Patriotic Picnic in the Park. This Norco Fourth of July event is perfect for the whole family. There will be crafts, music and more. Enjoy contests like horseshoes and other picnic games. And don’t forget the bike/trike parade and decorating contest! Pets are welcome but must be on leash.
Events:
- Dessert Dance: 10 a.m.
- Family Ice Block Melting Challenge: 11 a.m.
- Bike/Trike Decorating Contest: 11:30 a.m.
- Dessert Dance: 12 p.m.
- Family Scavenger Hunt: 12:30 p.m.
- Family Costume Contest: 1 p.m.
- Dessert Dance: 1:15 p.m.
- Water Balloon Toss: 1:30 p.m.
For more information, visit the City of Norco website.
Moreno Valley Fourth of July Celebration
July 4
9 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Civic Center Amphitheater
14075 Frederick Street
Moreno Valley Fourth of July Celebration has a lot going on, with a whole day of fun planned for the entire family. It all starts with the Fourth of July Parade at 9:30 a.m. and goes to 12 p.m. The parade starts at Frederick Street and Alessandro Boulevard, proceeds North on Frederick Street, then West onto Towngate Boulevard. Register to be in the parade until June 18! Contact Specialevents@moval.org for questions.
The gates open on the Family FunFest at 3 p.m.! Head there for a beer garden, food vendors and a Kids Zone! Cost is $4 a person with military (ID required) and kids getting in for free. 3:45 p.m. the national anthem will play. For more information, visit the City of Moreno Valley Parks & Community Services website.
Corona 4th of July Celebration
9 a.m.
Main Street, Corona
5 p.m.
Santana Park
598 Santana Way, Corona
Head to Main Street for the Corona 4th of July parade at 10 a.m. Join in on the fun by registering before June 20 and bring the whole family for this non-competitive parade. Then, head to Santana Park at 5 p.m. for music by Radio Royalty, a rock- and pop-tribute band! At 7 p.m. Redneck Rodeo will play classic and modern country. Then at 9 p.m., the evening will conclude with the professional fireworks display. Food trucks will keep you happy all evening long. For more information, visit the City of Corona website.
Temecula 4th of July Extravaganza: Parade & Fireworks
10 a.m.
Old Town Temecula
2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Ronald Reagan Sports Park
30875 Rancho Vista Road
Kick of your Temecula 4th of July events with the parade at 10 a.m. The parade route starts at Old Town Front and 2nd Streets and travels north to end at 6th Street.
Then, head to Ronald Reagan Sports Park for the Temecula fireworks show! The festival opens at 2 p.m. There will be food vendors and a Kids Zone, with entertainment on a main stage from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.! The CRC pool will be open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. as well! Portable grills are allowed in the park – must be propane or charcoal. For more information, visit the Temecula Community Services website.
For more local events, check out our calendar.
