The Fourth of July will be jam-packed with fun in the Santa Clarita Valley - as usual, starting with the Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast, and the Independence Day Classic Run, followed closely by the Santa Clarita Fourth of July Parade. The day will end with spectacular fireworks shows at three locations. If that is not enough, you can certainly move out to other holiday celebrations from Acton to the Hollywood Bowl, and amusement parks all around are bringing you special holiday activities.

Fourth of July Santa Clarita Valley

Santa Clarita Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast
Where: Held in Newhall at the Roger Dunn Golf parking lot on Main Street between 5th and 6th Streets
When: 6:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
What: The breakfast, at $4, includes pancakes, sausages, orange juice and coffee.
Info: For information call Greg Nutter at (661) 254-4734

Independence Day Classic Run
Where: Newhall Memorial Park, 24933 Newhall Ave., Newhall, CA 91321
When: 10K begins at 7 a.m., 5K and walk start at 8 a.m., Kiddie K starts at 7:45 a.m.
What: Presented by the Santa Clarita Runners, as always there will be a 5K race, and a non-competitive walk, as well as a Kiddie K. This year there is a 10K and 15K challenge as well. The races will benefit the high school cross country programs in the SCV.
Info: Register at www.Active.com or visit www.SCRunners.org  

Santa Clarita Fourth of July Parade
Where: Parade runs north along Main Street (formerly San Fernando Road) from 5th Street to Lyons Avenue, turns west on Lyons and then north onto Orchard Village Road, ending at 16th Street.
When: Parade begins at 9 a.m.
What: Suffragettes will be the "grand marshal" of the parade - which, as always, will be loaded with horses, floats, music, fire trucks, kids, cars, military and more.
Info: Visit www.scvparade.com for maps, detour routes, street closures and other information.

Castaic Lake
When: Music from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
What: Enjoy the lake and recreation area all day for $25 per carload or $5 per person walk-in (5 years and under free) - followed by music and fireworks.
Info: Call (661) 257-4050

Fireworks at Westfield Valencia Town Center
Where: Westfield Valencia Town Center
When: 9:15 p.m.
What: Bring the whole family for the fireworks show and watch from just about anywhere at the Westfield Valencia Town Center. Bring a portable radio or listen from your car radio to the fireworks soundtrack broadcast live on KHTS AM-1220. Info: http://arts.santa-clarita.com/Index.aspx?page=37

Stevenson Ranch Fireworks Show
Where: Richard Rioux Memorial Park, 26233 Faulkner Drive, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
When: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (fireworks at 9:05 p.m.)
What: Fireworks show and other entertainment
Info: (661) 222-9536

Acton Fourth of July Parade
Where: Acton, CA
When: 9 a.m.
What: Parade and other events
Info: www.cityofacton.org

Fourth of July Farther Out

San Fernando Valley Independence Day Celebration
Where: Hansen Dam Recreation Area, 11770 Foothill Blvd., Lake View Terrace, CA
When: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
What: A holiday celebration featuring music and other live entertainment, food and fireworks. Take a swim in the 1.5-acre swim lake available for use during the day.
Info: 1-888-LA PARKS (527-2757); www.laparks.org 

July 4th Fireworks Festival in Studio City
Where: CBS Studio Center, 4024 Radford Ave., Studio City, CA
When: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., gates open at 4:30 p.m.
What: This is a fun-filled family festival featuring exhibits, music, food, fireworks, a children's fun zone and a business exposition in a back lot at CBS Studios. Adults $20 at the gate, children 6-12 $10 at the gate, add $20 for rooftop viewing access or pay $100 for VIP tickets. Parking is free.
Info: (818) 655-5916; www.studiocitychamber.com

Starlight Bowl
Where: 1249 Lockheed View Drive, Burbank, CA 91504
When: Gates open at 5:30 p.m., entertainment from 6:51 p.m. to 9 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
What: Burbank Philharmonic Orchestra performs.
Info: www.starlightbowl.com. Purchase tickets online. Tickets are not available at the gate.

Hollywood Bowl
Where: 2301 North Highland Ave., Hollywood, CA 90068
When: 7:30 p.m.
What: July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with special guests Daryl Hall and John Oats.
Info: (323) 850-2000

Disneyland Park
Where: Anaheim, CA
When: Park hours are 8 a.m. to 12 a.m.
What: In addition to other attractions, events as below.
Info: visit http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/calendar/daily/daily?name=CalendarDailyPage&date=20100704
Mickey's Soundsational Parade, 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Flag Retreat Ceremony, 5:10 p.m.
Jedi Training Academy, 10:30 a.m., 11:35 a.m., 12:40 p.m., 2:25 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 4:35 p.m.
Fourth of July Concert in the Sky, 9:30 p.m. - includes fireworks

Disney's California Adventure Park
Where: Anaheim, CA
When: Park hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
What: In addition to other attractions, events as below.
Info: visit http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneyland/en_US/calendar/daily/daily?name=CalendarDailyPage&date=20100704
World of Color, 9 p.m. and 10:15 p.m.
Pixar Pals, 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2:25 p.m., 3:25 p.m. and 4:15 p.m.
Disney's Aladdin, 12:40 p.m., 2:20 p.m., 4:45 p.m. and 6:20 p.m.
Disney Junior, multiple times throughout the day
ElecTRONica, 8:25 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Knotts Berry Farm
Where: 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90620
When: Park hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
What: In addition to all the regular attractions, Mountain Fifes and Drum Corps and U.S. Navy Band Southwest will perform.
Info: www.knotts.com


Aquarium of the Pacific
Where: 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
When: Aquarium hours are 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fireworks (nearby) begin at 9 p.m.
What: Celebrate Independence Day with the red, white and blue fish at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Families will be able to witness the ambiance of the Aquarium at night and get a fish-eye view of the City of Long Beach fireworks display. Admission for everyone is just $12.95 after 5 p.m. For an additional cost, enjoy a buffet barbecue on the Front Lawn from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Barbecue seating is limited and advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Info: www.aquariumofpacific.org 

Fourth of July at the Rose Bowl
Where: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA
When: 2 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (fireworks at 9:05 p.m.)
What: Celebrate America with music, food and fireworks. A full day of safe and affordable family fun.
Info: http://www.rosebowlstadium.com/RoseBowl_Americafest.htm 

Redondo Beach Fireworks
Where: Seaside Lagoon, 200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
When: Gates open at 2 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m.
What: Fireworks, Kids annual Freedom Parade at 7 p.m., live entertainment until 10:30 p.m.
Info: www.redondofireworks.com 

Legoland Red White and Boom!
Where: One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
When: Park hours 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
What: Awe-inspiring fireworks show begins at 8:30 p.m.
Info: www.legoland.com; (760) 918-5346