Looking for something fun to do this Fourth of July? From hometown parades and community festivals to fireworks shows and family fun, there are plenty of great celebrations happening just a short drive from Pomona and Montclair.
I've gathered some of the best Fourth of July events happening around the area so you can spend less time searching and more time planning your holiday weekend. I hope this guide helps you find a celebration your family will enjoy. Happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙
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Claremont
Claremont 4th of July Celebration
📍 Memorial Park, Claremont - Begins at 7:00 am
Spend the morning at Claremont's annual Fourth of July celebration with a pancake breakfast, free children's activities, live entertainment, food vendors, a community festival, and more. The celebration continues into the afternoon with the annual parade before wrapping up with an evening concert and fireworks at Pomona College.
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La Verne
La Verne 4th of July Celebration - Kicks off with a Pancake Breakfast
📍 United Methodist Church, La Verne - Begins at 7:00 am
Celebrate Independence Day with one of La Verne's favorite traditions! This year's theme is "Celebrating 250 Years of Independence, La Verne's Way," honoring America's 250th anniversary. Start the morning with the Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast before enjoying the community parade and wrapping up the day with live music and fireworks at Bonita High School.
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Ontario
Ontario All-States Picnic
📍 Ontario Town Square - Begins at 9:30 am
Keep the celebration going after the parade at Ontario Town Square! Families can enjoy FREE crafts, games, vendors, live entertainment, and community fun from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm. The Ontario/Chaffey Community Showband performs from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, and there are even patriotic contests, including Best Dressed and the popular Patriotic Pooch contest
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Claremont
Claremont Freedom 5K & 1K Kids Fun Run
📍 Memorial Park, Claremont
Start your Fourth of July with the Sunrise Rotary Club's annual races. The 1K Kids Fun Run begins at 7:30 am, followed by the Freedom 5K at 8:00 am.
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Claremont
Claremont 4th of July Parade
🕐 Saturday, July 4 | 1:00 pm
The annual community parade begins at Memorial Park and makes its way through downtown Claremont, celebrating local organizations, schools, businesses, and community groups.
La Verne
La Verne 4th of July Parade
"Celebrating 250 Years of Independence, La Verne's Way."
🕙 Saturday, July 4 | 10:00 am
The annual La Verne parade returns with this year's patriotic theme, "Celebrating 250 Years of Independence, La Verne's Way." The parade begins at D Street and Tenth Street and features local schools, community groups, businesses, and more. This year's Grand Marshal is La Verne's historic Liberty Bell replica.
Ontario
Ontario Independence Day Parade
🕘 Saturday, July 4 | 9:00 am
Celebrate America's 250th birthday at Ontario's annual Independence Day Parade along Euclid Avenue. Grab a spot early and enjoy decorated floats, community groups, marching bands, and plenty of patriotic spirit.
Claremont Fireworks Show
📍 Pomona College Strehle Track
Gates open at 6:30 pm, followed by a live concert from Pop Vinyl before fireworks light up the sky at 9:00 pm. BBQ will also be available during the evening festivities.
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Upland Fireworks
Upland Light Up the Night Fireworks Spectacular
📍 Benson Avenue (between 16th Street and Howard Access Road)
NEW! Upland's annual fireworks celebration has a brand-new look for 2026! This year's event moves to "Block Party on Benson," bringing a fresh street festival atmosphere with live music, stage games, food vendors, and family fun before the fireworks light up the sky.
Gates open at 5:30 pm, with live entertainment by Pop Vision Band leading up to the 9:00 pm fireworks show.
Admission: Tickets start at $5 when purchased early. Children ages 2 and under are free.
La Verne
La Verne Fireworks Show
📍 Bonita High School
Enjoy an evening of live music from The Silverados before the annual fireworks spectacular lights up the sky. Gates open at 6:00 pm, with fireworks following later in the evening.
Admission: $20 (ages 5+), children 4 and under are free. Save $5 per ticket when you purchase before June 25.
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Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
📍 RC Epicenter Sports Complex
Celebrate Independence Day with an evening of live entertainment, family-friendly fun, food vendors, and a spectacular fireworks show synchronized to patriotic music. Gates open at 6:00 pm, giving families plenty of time to grab dinner and find a spot before the 9:00 pm fireworks display.
Admission: Tickets start at $15 per person, or reserve a table for four if you'd like guaranteed seating.
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Pomona
Fairplex KABOOM! Update
If you've been looking for the Fairplex KABOOM! Monster Truck & Fireworks Show, here's an important update: the event will not return in 2026.
Fairplex announced that it is focusing on new events and experiences and encourages families to check out Fourth of July celebrations in their local communities instead. Fortunately, there are plenty of great options nearby, including Claremont, La Verne, Upland, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, and more.
Take a look through the guide here or our event calendar to find a celebration that's a good fit for your family.
Ontario
The City of Ontario Fireworks Spectacular
📍 Westwind Park
Spend the evening at Westwind Park with food vendors, games, live entertainment (Phat Cat Swingers), a drone show at 8:45 pm, and fireworks at 9:00 pm.
Other Popular Fireworks Shows
Hollywood Bowl - July 2 - 4
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with The Beach Boys
It's a celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday! The Beach Boys perform chart-toppers from throughout their career, including “Surfin’ USA,” “I Get Around,” and “Fun, Fun, Fun,” and pay tribute to the 60th anniversary of their seminal album Pet Sounds. Plus, Thomas Wilkins leads the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and it’s all topped off by a huge fireworks show.
Fireworks at Disneyland
Salute the stars and stripes like never before while celebrating Independence Day at an inspirational fireworks show—all to patriotic music.
Knotts Berry Farm's Dazzling Fireworks Show
Knott's Berry Farm offers one of the area's best July 4th events, with special family-friendly entertainment during the day and spectacular fireworks in the evening.
Universal Studios
There's no better way to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary than at Universal Studios Hollywood! Join the celebration July 3–4 with a new fireworks show, live fife and drum performances, festive décor, plus popular character encounters, thrilling rides, and more throughout the park. All included with admission.
Queen Mary Fourth of July Celebration
Celebrate the 4th of July and America’s 250th birthday in unforgettable style aboard the iconic Queen Mary. This one‑night‑only, family‑friendly celebration is bursting with all‑American spirit, immersive entertainment, and festive fun at every turn. Explore the ship’s historic decks transformed into themed parties honoring what makes America iconic, each packed with live performances, interactive activities, and excitement for all ages. The night builds to a spectacular grand finale as a dazzling 15‑minute fireworks show lights up the Long Beach skyline, marking a once‑in‑a‑generation celebration of freedom, history, and summer magic.
Rosebowl 4th of July Foodieland
Looking for something a little different this Fourth of July? Head to FoodieLand at the Rose Bowl on Saturday, July 4, starting at 3:00 pm. This popular food festival features more than 250 food and retail vendors, live entertainment, games, and flavors from around the world. Stick around for the special Independence Day drone show to end the evening on a high note.
Ready to cool off?
Buccaneer Cove, Castle Park's 20,000 square foot waterpark, is Open! - Riverside
Raging Waters, San Dimas gives a 40% season passes.
Wild Rivers, Irvine is open! The newly designed waterpark has over 20 acres, 20 rides, 3 restaurants and endless fun.
Play some mini-golf, go on the go-karts and hit up the bumper boats at Bullwinkle's Family Fun Center!
A great day trip to the Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach would be nice!
Whatever you decide to do, have a 🎆Safe and Fun Fourth of July!
Your Publisher,
Natalie Sanchez
Macaroni KID Upland-Claremont-La Verne
