Parades, fireworks and festivals return for Independence Day in San Joaquin County
On Wednesday, the first event kicks off at the Celebrate America celebration in Lodi at Hutchins Street Square – West Park.
On Thursday, the annual Barron Hilton Fireworks Display at Mandeville Island will take place, and the rest of the events will follow on Independence Day.
Here are six fun ways to celebrate Independence Day in Stockton and San Joaquin County.
Fireworks will return at 8 p.m. Thursday, July 3, for the Annual Barron Hilton Fireworks Display at Mandeville Island.
"Every year, boaters flock from all over to catch the mesmerizing firework display that illuminates the Delta waters with a dazzling array of lights," Visit Stockton website states. "It's a truly spectacular event that promises a delightful evening for families and folks of all ages."
This is a free event for the community at Midville Tip Park (the former county park) on the San Joaquin River in Stockton.
"Barron Hilton started this event in 1958 and his foundation continues it after his passing," the California Delta Chambers and Visitors Bureau website states. The display is presented annually by the Hilton Foundation.
The show is accessible by boat only and is scheduled to begin at dusk, according to Visit Stockton.
Location: Mandeville Tip Park, San Joaquin River
Hours: 8 p.m. Thursday, July 3
Information: californiadelta.org
Stockton's Independence Day celebrations return with a parade, festival and fireworks.
The Fourth of July parade, organized by the United Veterans Council of San Joaquin County, kicks off at 10 a.m. at Weber Avenue and Center Street.
Women veterans will be honored this year as the parade grand marshal.
The festival begins at 5 p.m. at Weber Point Events Center, 221 N. Center St., in downtown Stockton. There will be live music, special performances, activities and more, according to a flyer.
Fireworks will begin at 9:30 p.m. This is a free, family-friendly event for the community.
Location: Weber Point Events Center, 221 N. Center St.
Hours: 10 a.m. Friday, July 4
Information: facebook.com/cityofstockton
The annual Celebrate America event will return Wednesday at Hutchins Street Square - West Park in Lodi.
The free community celebration will kick off at 6 p.m. with live performances by the Lodi Community Band, Stockton Portsmen Barbershop Chorus and the United States Air Force Galaxy Rock Band.
Orlando Molina, author of Rhymosaurs, will serve as emcee, according to the city's Facebook page.
Attendees are encouraged to pack a picnic and wear red, white and blue. The first 500 guests will receive American flags.
This event is presented by the city of Lodi's Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department.
Location: Hutchins Street Square - West Park, 125 S. Hutchins St.
Hours: 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 2
Information: facebook.com/cityoflodi
The Independence Day celebration at Lodi Lake will begin bright and early at 7 a.m. Friday, July 4, with the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast at 1101 W. Turner Road in Lodi.
Tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for children ages 5 to 12, and free for children younger than 5. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the lake will be closed, and all pancake breakfast attendees must exit the park.
At noon, the boathouse will open for those with valid rental reservations. At 2 p.m., the beach will open for those with valid beach reservations.
At 4 p.m., the main gates will open to the general public. Vendors will be available from 4 to 9 p.m. The fireworks show is scheduled to begin after dark, around 9:30 p.m. Friday.
Location: Lodi Lake, 1101 W. Turner Road
Hours: Event begins at 7 a.m. Friday, July 4
Information: facebook.com/cityoflodi
(This story was updated with new information.)
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Manteca's Fourth of July parade, '40 Years of Pumpkin Pride & Patriotic Spirit,' returns at 10 a.m. Friday, July 4, in downtown Manteca.
"Celebrating Manteca's deep agricultural roots alongside festive floats, spirited marching bands, and a vibrant sense of community fun for the entire family," an event flyer states.
The parade will take place on Yosemite Avenue, starting at Sycamore Avenue and ending at Manteca High School. Expect floats, marching bands local groups and more.
The parade is a free community event hosted by Manteca Sunrise Kiwanis.
Location: Yosemite Avenue
Hours: 10 a.m. Friday, July 4
Information: facebook.com/cityofmanteca
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Tracy's Fourth of July Celebration will include a pancake breakfast and hot balloon lift-off, a downtown parade and family fun, and a fireworks show.
Festivities kick off bright and early at 6 a.m. Friday, July 4, at Lincoln Park, where the Tracy Lions Club will host a pancake breakfast and a hot air balloon lift-off.
At 10 a.m., head to downtown Tracy for the Fourth of July Parade. Activities will continue after the parade until 1 p.m. at Front Street Plaza, featuring live music, face painting, food vendors, a splash pad and more, according to city officials.
At 6 p.m., gates will open at Legacy Fields Sports Complex for the fireworks show. The community can enjoy food trucks, music and performances by Sparkles and Ravioli. Fireworks are scheduled to begin at 9:45 p.m., and gates will close at 9:15 p.m.
Tickets are $30 per vehicle and can be purchased through the Tracy Chamber of Commerce on Eventbrite.
The events are hosted by the Tracy City Center Association, Tracy Chamber of Commerce and the city of Tracy.
Location: Legacy Fields Sports Complex, 4901 N. Tracy Blvd.
Hours: 6 a.m. Friday, July 4
Information: facebook.com/cityoftracyca
Record reporter Angelaydet Rocha covers community news in Stockton and San Joaquin County. She can be reached at arocha@recordnet.com or on Twitter @AngelaydetRocha. To support local news, subscribe to The Stockton Record at https://www.recordnet.com/subscribenow.
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