Santa Barbara Fourth of July Celebration events

 

Independence Day Fireworks!



This July 4th, the City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department will once again sponsor a fireworks display at 9pm off West Beach.

Different from recent years there will NOT be live music on West Beach nor will there be food booths on Cabrillo Blvd.

If you can't join us at West Beach, tune in to the radio simulcast, courtesy of 92.9 KjEE to enjoy music along with fireworks from anywhere in the city or check out KEYT.com to see the show via live stream. The fireworks display is approximately 20-minutes long and choreographed to classic and current fun and patriotic tunes.

All California Department of Public Health COVID recommendations for mega-events (masking required if you're not vaccinated) will be in effect.

 

CAMPING:

Please remember, there is NO camping along the beach (per S.B. Municipal Code 15.16.085). If you do decide to block off a spot the evening prior, you are NOT allowed to physically stay on site. Please be courteous and respectful during the event, and that includes when you find your spot for the day.

PARKING:

Waterfront parking lots will be open on the Fourth of July, with Stearns Wharf closing to vehicular traffic from 3PM - 9:30PM. Find a map of the beachfront lots here.

GRILLS & BBQ'S:

The use of stationary grills and portable self-contained grills and stoves are permitted only in designated picnic areas or by permit issued by the Parks and Recreation Department. Persons using portable self-contained grills and stoves are responsible for the safe removal of the portable grills and stoves and their fuel sources (charcoal and propane tanks). No dumping of coals is permitted on park or beach property except where there are designated coal disposal receptacles. Grills and stoves shall only be used for cooking purposes and not used as heaters or fire pits. The heated surfaces of table-top portable grills and stoves must be at least six inches above any surface, including picnic tables. (Ord. 5906, 2019)

BICYCLE PARKING:

Riding a bike is a great way to attend the festivities! The City provides additional bike racks during the event.

ROAD CLOSURES

Cabrillo (from Castillo St. to Garden St.) Access Closed:

Closed at 6:00 p.m.

Cabrillo Access Reopen:

10:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.  

(approximate)