As real estate agents who love our community, we’re excited to share a roundup of family-friendly 4th of July events happening in Marin and Sonoma counties. From lively parades and dazzling fireworks to festive picnics and pancake breakfasts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking to celebrate close to home or explore a nearby town, check out our curated list of events to make your Independence Day memorable. Let’s dive into the festivities and make this 4th of July one to remember!
Marin County Events:
San Rafael
- Marin County Fair: July 3–7, fireworks at 9:30 pm nightly. Location: Marin County Fairgrounds. More info: Marin Fair
Sausalito
- Parade & Fireworks Extravaganza: Parade at 10 am on 2nd and Main Streets, picnic at Dunphy Park, fireworks at Gabrielson Park at 9:15 pm. More info: Sausalito
Corte Madera and Larkspur
- 4th of July Parade & Festival: Parade starts at 10:30 am from Redwood High School to Corte Madera Town Center. Festivities at Town Park from 10:30 am–4:30 pm. More info: Corte Madera
- American Legion's Pancake Breakfast & Gin Fizz Booth: 500 Magnolia Avenue, 7:45 am flag ceremony, breakfast from 8–11 am.
Novato
- Buckaroo Breakfast: 7–10 am at Redwood Credit Union parking lot. Proceeds benefit Homeward Bound.
- 4th of July Parade: 10 am to noon at Grant and Railroad Avenues. More info: Novato Parade
Ross
- Parade & Celebration: 11 am at Ross Common, followed by a BBQ lunch, games, and music. More info: Ross
Tiburon & Angel Island
- Fireworks Cruise: Board at 8 pm, depart at 8:30 pm from Tiburon ferry dock. Tickets required. More info: Angel Island Ferry
Inverness
- 4th of July Festivities: Foot races for all ages from 9 am–1 pm on Inverness Way. More info: Inverness
Woodacre
- Firefighters' Pancake Breakfast: 9 am at the Woodacre Fire Station.
- Parade & Festivities: Parade at noon from Woodacre Improvement Club to Dickson Ranch, followed by BBQ and activities. More info: Woodacre
Mill Valley
- Homestead Valley Picnic & Parade: Parade at 11 am from Volunteer Park to Stolte Grove, followed by a BBQ picnic. More info: Homestead Valley
Sonoma County Events:
Sonoma
- Old-Fashioned 4th of July Parade: Parade at 10 am, followed by a festival on the Plaza, and fireworks at dusk. More info: Sonoma
Kenwood
- Kenwood Hometown Parade: Parade at 7 am, followed by a pancake breakfast and family-friendly activities. More info: Kenwood
Petaluma
- 4th of July Celebration: Fireworks at the Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds at 9:30 pm. More info: Petaluma
- Stars & Stripes, Dogs & Bikes: This is a FREE family-friendly event that kicks off the 4th of July holiday and takes place at Lucchesi Park. It features food and beverage vendors, a bike parade, kids activities, a dog costume contest at noon, and MORE! Thursday July 4, 2024 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Find out more here
Healdsburg
- 4th of July Kids Parade and Duck Dash: kicks off its 4th of July celebrations with a kids's parade, Duck Dash races, and face painting on the plaza from 10 am–1 pm. Fireworks display starts at 9:30 pm. www.ci.healdsburg.ca.us
For more details and event updates, visit the Marin Mommies website. Celebrate safely and enjoy the festivities!
