ELK GROVE, Calif — Elk Grove is holding it's annual fireworks celebration on the Fourth of July with plenty of food, music and spectacle for everyone in attendance.
The festivities kick off at 5 p.m., but the actual fireworks show won't be starting until 9:40 p.m.
Here's what to know for the big day.
Fireworks in Elk Grove
The holiday celebration starts at 5 p.m. with access to vendors and the food court area.
An hour later, the Let Freedom Ring Bike Parade starts at 6 p.m. and is followed by the 7 p.m. opening ceremonies. But don't get settled in too quick, because at 7:30 p.m., the Agents of Rock, a classic rock tribute band, will take the stage for a live performance.
The main event, the fireworks show, starts at 9:40 p.m.
The event takes place at Elk Grove Regional Park. There's no cost to get in, but there will be a fee of $10 for parking.
If you want to skip the parking fee, the SacRT will have a free shuttle service running after 4:30 p.m. It'll run every 15 minutes, just take the red and blue shuttle lines. For specific route details, click HERE. The last red shuttle leaves from Elk Grove Boulevard at Clarke Farms at 7:30 p.m. and the last blue shuttle leaves from Elk Grove Boulevard at Emerald Vista at 7:30 p.m. Service leaving the park starts after the fireworks show in front of the pavilion and runs through 11 p.m.
Alcohol, personal fireworks and pets are all banned.
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Fourth of July fireworks safety
If you choose to celebrate Independence Day at home and bypass the parades and public events, you should read up on any ordinances in your city or county before buying any fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in certain areas of the state due to serious injuries and millions in property loss from fireworks-sparked wildfires.
According to the Office of the State Fire Marshal, an average of 18,000 fires are started every year by fireworks, both illegal ones and “safe and sane” fireworks” used improperly.
To celebrate the Fourth of July safely, the Office of the State Fire Marshal says you should only use fireworks outdoors, and never near dry grass or other flammable materials. It’s also recommended to keep a bucket of water and a hose nearby when using fireworks.
Regardless of where you go in California, using fireworks that explode, leave the ground or move about the ground uncontrollably is illegal. These fireworks include skyrockets, bottle rockets and Roman candles. Anyone caught with illegal fireworks could face fines or even arrest.
All legal fireworks include the “Safe and Sane” logo from the California State Fire Marshal on them. If you are not sure if your fireworks are legal, you can contact your nearest Cal Fire facility or local fire station.
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