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4th of July Celebration
- Date: 07/04/2025 (all day)
A Good Old-Fashioned Fourth – with a New Spark!
Join us for a full day of family fun, food, music, and community spirit as Redwood City celebrates Independence Day in classic style—with a fresh twist! This year, we're ending the evening with a spectacular drone light show over the Port of Redwood City in place of traditional fireworks. More info and FAQS.
Event Schedule – Friday, July 4, 2025
7:30 – 10:30 a.m. 🥞 Pancake Breakfast with the Redwood City Fire Department, 755 Marshall Street; Start your day right with a hot breakfast and a side of community connection.
8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 🎨 Chalk Full of Fun on Courthouse Square (Also happening Thursday, July 3, from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.); Watch local artists bring the sidewalks to life with colorful creations! Brought to you by RWCPAF
9:00 a.m. 🚗 Classic Car Show in the Winslow Lot (Pizza and Pipes) Stay tuned for more details
10:00 a.m. Parade; Our beloved tradition marches on with floats, bands, and hometown pride. More...
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 🎡 Fourth of July Festival; Enjoy family activities, vendors, live entertainment, and more! More...
7:00 – 9:15 p.m. 🎶 Concert at the Port of Redwood City; Live music by the ABC Band, Funked up Classic Rock. Plus food trucks down by the water (Los Tolucas, Sam's Chowder House, Grillzillas, Curry Up Now, Sunrise Deli & Humphrey Slocombe).
9:30 p.m. 🌌 Drone Light Show at the Port of Redwood City; Head to the lawn area for the best viewing experience! This synchronized aerial performance is choreographed to music and designed to wow all ages.
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