The 5K run begins at 9:00 in Newhall
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The parade begins at 9:00 on San Fernando Road.
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Head out to Castaic Lake for fun & fireworks
Community picnics are offered in several locations throughout the community. © Photographer: Darren Baker | Agency: Dreamstime.com
Sparklers create great childhood memories--when used with caution. © Photographer: Scott Rothstein | Agency: Dreamstime.com
Spend the day swimming at Castaic Lake Recreation Area
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Fireworks are illegal in the City of Santa Clarita and Los Angeles County.
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Pick a spot on the hillsides and you'll enjoy several fireworks displays. Image provided by Dreamstime.com
Fireworks--a perfect date. © Czbrat Dreamstime
An evening of fun could result in serious jail time and financial responsibility for a wildfire. Read more
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The activities listed below are updated for 2010.
There are several venues to choose from in the SCV. Whether it's a hometown parade, gathering in the park, swimming in the lake, singing the national anthem or just "oohing" and "aahing" at the fireworks, it's all here.
THE CITY OF SANTA CLARITA
7:45 am
Kid's K begins
$10.00 includes shirt
Newhall Park
8:00 am
5K Run and Walk begins
$30.00 includes shirt
Newhall Park
9:00 am
4th of July Parade "Movietown USA "
...begins on San Fernando Road in Old Town Newhall. The
route
travels down Lyons Avenue to Orchard Village and finishes at 16th Street. The Parade has been a long-standing tradition in the Santa Clarita Valley since it began in 1932. Free. Further details
here.
9:15 pm
Fireworks display
will be shown over the Westfield Valencia Town Center.
The show will last approximately 30 minutes. There is no other entertainment planned during the fireworks. Free.
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STEVENSON RANCH FIREWORKS SHOW
The Stevenson Ranch Fireworks Show is back! It will be held at Dr. Richard Rioux Memorial Park.
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7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Fireworks at 9:05 pm
CASTAIC LAKE RECREATION AREA
$11 Vehicle Entry Fee
5:45 am -
Park gates open. Come early to get the best picnic spot.
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Swim beach is open.
10:00 am - 9:00 pm
4th of July Celebration
9:00 pm
Fireworks extravaganza
For more information, call 661-257-4050.
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SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN
Red, White & Boom
July 3 5:00 pm
Redwood Amphitheater
Celebration dedicated to life, liberty, and the freedom to shake it.
Tribute to the Armed Forces
July 4 & 5
Free with valid Military I.D.
California's Great America to offer free admission to Active and Retired military personnel Sunday and Monday of July 4th Weekend.
ACTON
4th OF JULY BBQ DINNER/DANCE (To Be Held on July 2nd)
$5.00 entrance fee
BBQ menu. Portion of sales will be donated to the Chamber.
John Spear & The Runaway Train will delight us with their music.
4th OF JULY PARADE (To Be Held on July 3rd)
Cost: Free
661-269-5785
This year's theme is "Acton: Community with a Heart." Parade route runs from Crown Valley Road at Aliso Street to Smith Avenue.
9:00 am
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A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
“Residents should know that fireworks are not only illegal in Santa Clarita, they are a fire hazard and one that we will not tolerate. Our message to residents is that we have a lot to celebrate and be grateful for on this wonderful day, let’s do it in a safe and responsible manner.”
FILLMORE
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Car Show and Festival
Open to vehicles 1974 and older. Live entertainment, train rides, great food, and fireworks after dusk.
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1:00 pm & 3:00 pm
One Hour Daytime Train Rides
Reservations needed.
6:00 - 9:45pm
Firecracker Train
Boards at 6:00 and returns after the City of Fillmore's fireworks. Enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner of tri-tip and chicken, potato salad, BBQ beans, garlic bread, dessert, coffee or tea.
9:15 pm
Fireworks in Fillmore!
VENTURA
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
4th of July Street Fair
Nine blocks of artisans, six stages, food booths and activities for all ages.
