4th of July
Where should you go see the best fireworks displays in the San Francisco Bay Area? Fisherman's Wharf is San Francisco's premier spot to celebrate America's Independence Day holiday. Visitors can typically enjoy free, fabulous entertainment throughout the Wharf, culminating in a spectacular fireworks display over San Francisco Bay.
City of San Francisco Independence Day Live Entertainment and Fireworks Extravaganza
Wednesday, July 4th, 2012 on the Wharf!
| Time | Location | Event |
| 12:00 - 3:00 PM | Ghirardelli Square | Kick back with Eric Bolvin Dou, smooth Jazz |
| 2:00 - 4:30 PM | PIER 39 | Mobility, the Air Force Band, takes the stage |
| 2:00 - 5:45 PM | Aquatic Park | DJ Consuelo delivers a mix of sounds |
| 3:00 - 6:00 PM | Ghirardelli Square | Enjoy bluegrass music by the Brough Brothers |
| 6:00 - 9:00 PM | PIER 39 | Tainted Love plays favorites from the 80's |
| 6:00 - 7:30 PM | Acquatic Park | Zoo Station a U2 tribute band performs |
| 7:30 - 10:00 PM | PIER 45 | Dockside event on the SS JEREMIAH O’BRIEN; visit or call 415-544-0100 |
| 7:45 & 8:45 PM | PIER 43 ½ | Red & White Fleet 4th of July cruise departures; visit or call 415-673-2900 |
| 7:45 - 9:15 PM | Aquatic Park | Rock out to sounds of the 80’s and 90’s with LOVE FOOL |
| 8:00, 8:15, 8:20, 8:45 PM | PIER 41 & PIER 39 | Blue & Gold Fleet cruise departures; visit or call 415-705-8200 |
| 8:45 PM | PIER 39 | Adventure Cat’s 4th of July Cruise departure; visit or call 415-777-1630 |
| 9:30 PM | Aquatic Park & PIER 39 | City of San Francisco’s FIREWORKS Show over the Bay |
All events/activities are weather permitting.
Post Fireworks Delays: Please expect significant delays if you plan on exiting nearby garages immediately at the conclusion of the fireworks show. After the fireworks, there will be traffic in the area and the staff of Fisherman’s Wharf garages will make every effort to expedite your exit. We encourage you to stay in Fisherman’s Wharf after the fireworks and enjoy the restaurants, shops and attractions to avoid the traffic in the area. Tickets for cruises are subject to availability.
For more information on transportation to/from Fisherman's Wharf during the 4th of July click here.
Looking for a place to stay during the 4th of July? We have 13 hotels to chose from! Click here to book your hotel stay now!
The Wharf is also a great place to check out FLEET WEEK and see our special Lagoon Lighting event during the holidays. Click here for more information on upcoming events at Fisherman's Wharf.
