The 5K run begins at 9:00 in Newhall
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The parade begins at 9:45 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
here.
The activities listed below are for 2008.
There are three 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
6:30 a.m.
Equestrian staging for parade begins
Heritage Junction, Hart Park
7:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m.
Santa Clarita Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast
$4.00 includes pancakes, sausage, orange juice and coffee.
There will be a band and a Raffle.
Located in the Roger Dunn parking lot (where the Thursday evening Farmer's Market was held before 2008 on San Fernando Road between 5th & 6th Streets.) 661-263-1095
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8:30 a.m.
Equestrian judging at Heritage Junction
Hart Park
Kid's K begins
$10.00 includes shirt
Newhall Park
9:00 a.m.
5K Run and Walk begins
$25.00 includes shirt
Newhall Park
9:45 a.m.
4th of July Parade "Sights & Sounds of Santa Clarita "
...begins on San Fernando Road in Old Town Newhall. The 4th of July theme in 2008 is "Sights & Sounds of Santa Clarita." 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.
NOTE: There is nothing official planned in Newhall Park following the parade in 2008.
3:00 p.m.
Old Fashioned 4th of July BBQ & Live Band
The Greens is hosting a traditional BBQ of tri-tip, chicken, mash potatoes, baked beans, corn on the cob, and watermelon. Live music begins at 3:00 pm. BBQ served from 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Adults, $14.95; Kids, $12.95 Reservations Required! 661-222-2900
Please note: The golf course will be closed at 8:00 pm for fireworks viewing. Bring your blanket and enjoy a great view!
9:15 p.m.
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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9:45 p.m.
Music & Dancing at The Greens until 1:30 a.m. (Menu items available until Midnight.)
Whole Foods Dinner & Fireworks
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Santa Clarita families are invited to enjoy a great July 4th meal, with a primo view of the annual fireworks show from the Town Center Mall in our Whole Foods Market parking lot. Dinner, drinks and treats for $6. A great plate full of all natural choices, including a beef, turkey or veggie hot dog, slice of watermelon, potato salad, mixed berry shortcake and water or natural soda.
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Stevenson Ranch Civic Committee
in Association with LA County Parks & Recreation
This entire event is free. Plan to walk if you live in the area, as parking is difficult.
4:30 p.m.
Richard H. Rioux Memorial Park
This is a non-commercial event, so bring your own picnic, blanket and chairs. Please note that alcohol is not permitted in county parks.
6:00 p.m.
Music (recorded) begins.
7:30 p.m.
Activities include the color guard, National Anthem, and guest speakers at Richard H. Rioux Memorial Park.
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9:00 p.m. sharp!
Annual Stevenson Ranch Fireworks Spectacular at Richard H. Rioux Memorial Park, Stevenson Ranch. Proclaimed by the LA Times to be the best fireworks display in the Santa Clarita Valley, with over 600 aerial displays lasting 20-25 minutes.
Please note that there is a possibility that the Stevenson Ranch show could be canceled at the last minute due to weather conditions, such as heavy winds. If that were to happen the show would be re-scheduled. Please check the
West Ranch Beacon
for updates.
Castaic Lake Recreation Area
$25 per car, $5 pp walk in
(5 & under are free)
5:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Park is open for swimming and picnicking
2:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Children’s rides, games, water slides, jumpers, rock climbing, food booths, and family games. A DJ and vocalists will provide musical entertainment beginning at 5:00 p.m.
9:00 – 10:00 p.m.
“Lights of Freedom” fireworks extravaganza
For more information or to reserve VIP tickets, call 661-257-4050.
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Six Flags Magic Mountain
Six Flags Magic Mountain, in the interest of the local community and the high brush fire conditions in the Santa Clarita Valley, will no longer be implementing summer fireworks.
Six Flags regrets ending the summer fireworks tradition and asks guests and neighbors to understand and support the decision.
Acton 4th of July Parade
Cost: Free
3748 Nickels Ave.
661-269-5785
This year's theme is "Peace and Paradise," featuring grand marshals George and Sharon Runner. Parade route runs from Crown Valley Road at Aliso Street to Smith Avenue. Community celebration will follow at Acton Community Club.
9:00 a.m.
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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.”
Three fireworks displays light up the skies of Santa Clarita
