July 4, 2011
MONDAYFouth of July
Headliners
| 10:00 am- 10:00 pm | Fourth of July Parade, Picnic & Concert. 4th of July Parade commences on 2nd and Main Street and ends at Dunphy Park, where live entertainment, a petting zoo, games and… Marin County Fair. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 415-289-4100 |
| 12:00 pm- 9:30 pm | Fourth of July Celebration. Featuring an afternoon line-up of popular local bands. The public is invited to participate in all the waterfront Independence D… Pier 39. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 415-705-5500 |
| 3:30 pm | Oakland Athletics vs. Seattle Mariners.  MLB Baseball Game. Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 510-568-5600 |
| 3:30 pm | San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres. MLB Baseball Game. AT&T Park. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 415-972-2000 |
| 5:00 pm | 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, Radio Disney Family Festival and San Francisco Symphony Concert. The San Francisco Symphony performs a concert followed by fireworks, and additional patriotic songs performed by the Symphony, p… Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 650-967-3000 |
| 6:30 pm- 10:00 pm | Oakland East Bay Symphony Celebrates Independence Day. A patriotic celebration for the whole family featuring live music, food and fireworks. The live music line up will feature local… The Craneway Pavilion. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 510-444-0801 |
| 9:30 pm | Half Moon Bay Fourth of July Festival. Half Moon Bay participates in the San Francisco Bay area 4th of July festivities with a parade along Main Street starting at 12… San Francisco Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 650-726-8380 |
| 4th of July Festsival of Family Fun. No fireworks again this year, but you can still enjoy live music, dancing and family fun on Independence Day. Jack London Square. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 866-295-9853 |
Festivals
| 8:45 am- 9:45 am | Redwood City 36th Annual 4th of July Parade Run. Starting from Brewster and Arguello, thousands gather to run through the streets of downtown Redwood City, followed by a parade… San Francisco Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 650-568-0233 |
| 10:00 am | Fourth of July Parade - Downtown Novato, USA. Novato in Marin County participates in the San Francisco Bay area festivities with a parade Grant Avenue between Scott Court and… San Francisco Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 415-897-1164 |
| 10:00 am | Danville Fourth of July Celebration. Danville participates in San Francisco Bay area festivities with a parade starting at 10AM on the corner of Hartz and Railroad A… San Francisco Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 925-791-2633 |
| 10:00 am | Mendocino Coast Fourth of July Celebration. Fort Bragg and the Mendocino Coast participate in the San Francisco Bay area festivities with a parade, the world's largest salm… San Francisco Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 707-937-5170 |
| 10:00 am- 10:00 pm | Fourth of July Parade, Picnic & Concert. 4th of July Parade commences on 2nd and Main Street and ends at Dunphy Park, where live entertainment, a petting zoo, games and… Marin County Fair. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 415-289-4100 |
| 12:00 pm- 9:30 pm | Fourth of July Celebration. Featuring an afternoon line-up of popular local bands. The public is invited to participate in all the waterfront Independence D… Pier 39. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 415-705-5500 |
| 12:00 pm- 5:00 pm | Lake Merritt 4th of July Music Festival and Bar-B-Que. Local home-grown country music and regional barbeque are featured at this annual Independence Day festival. Scottish Rite Center. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 510-451-1903 |
| 3:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Old Fashioned Fourth of July. Live music, hat making, carnival rides, live entertainment and fireworks are featured on Independence Day. Robertson Park. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 925-373-5700 |
| 5:00 pm | 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, Radio Disney Family Festival and San Francisco Symphony Concert. The San Francisco Symphony performs a concert followed by fireworks, and additional patriotic songs performed by the Symphony, p… Shoreline Amphitheatre at Mountain View. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 650-967-3000 |
| 6:30 pm- 10:00 pm | Oakland East Bay Symphony Celebrates Independence Day. A patriotic celebration for the whole family featuring live music, food and fireworks. The live music line up will feature local… The Craneway Pavilion. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 510-444-0801 |
| 7:45 pm | 4th of July Fireworks Cruise. This annual cruise is a great Independence Day experience for the whole family. Cruise the Bay for a spectacular view of the fir… Red and White Fleet. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 415-673-2900 |
| 7:45 pm | Fourth of July Fireworks Cruise. Join the Red & White Fleet at Pier 43 1/2 for an incomparable view of the fireworks from the middle of San Francisco Bay on any… San Francisco Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 415-673-2900 |
| 9:30 pm | Half Moon Bay Fourth of July Festival. Half Moon Bay participates in the San Francisco Bay area 4th of July festivities with a parade along Main Street starting at 12… San Francisco Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 650-726-8380 |
| 4th of July Festsival of Family Fun. No fireworks again this year, but you can still enjoy live music, dancing and family fun on Independence Day. Jack London Square. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 866-295-9853 | |
| Corte Madera - Larkspur Fourth of July Celebration. Corte Madera and Larkspur in Marin County participate in the San Francisco Bay area festivities with a parade and other events. San Francisco Metro Area. (Festival - Holiday Event / Party). 415-924-0441 |
The Arts
| 10:00 am- 4:00 pm | Rosh Hodesh: Beginning and Renewal. In this exhibition more than 25 Bay Area Jewish artists give their own personal, traditional, and non-traditional creative expre… The Jewish Community High School of the Bay Library. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-567-3327 |
| 11:30 am | Daily Tours at SFMOMA. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000 |
| 12:30 pm | Daily Tours at SFMOMA. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000 |
| 1:30 pm | Daily Tours at SFMOMA. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000 |
| 2:30 pm | Daily Tours at SFMOMA. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000 |
| 9:00 pm | Monday Comedy Sessions. The Monday Comedy Sessions showcase some of the best Bay Area stand-up comics. Call Punch Line for detailed line-up at 415.397.P… Punch Line Comedy Club. (Performance - Show Comedy). 415-397-PLSF |
| Happy - The Movie. The latest award-winning film by Academy Award nominated director Roko Belic, takes us on a compelling journey across the world… Roxie Cinema. (Performance - Movies). 415-863-1087 |
Sports
| 3:30 pm | Oakland Athletics vs. Seattle Mariners. MLB Baseball Game. Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 510-568-5600 |
| 3:30 pm | San Francisco Giants vs. San Diego Padres. MLB Baseball Game. AT&T Park. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 415-972-2000 |
For Children
| 9:00 am- 4:00 pm | Exploratorium Summer Camp. Geared to different ages, each camp has its own special, age-appropriate activities. Youth ages 5-14 can experience one-of-a-kin… Exploratorium. (Kids - Children's Activities). 415-561-0363 |
| 2:30 pm- 4:00 pm | 4th of July with The Hipwaders. Award-winning "Kindie Rock" band performs their "Hip Music for Kids" and grown-ups, too. The band has had several top ten songs… Berkeley Marina. (Kids - Children's Activities). 510-548-5335 |
Community
| 9:00 am- 10:00 am | Hula Class for Seniors. Beginners are encouraged, although class is geared toward seniors. Great for all ages above 18. Drop-ins welcome. APOP Hawaiian Cultural Center. (Educational - Class). 650-588-1091 |
| 9:00 am- 4:15 pm | Waterfront Segway Guided Tour. Guided Segway tours depart daily from San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and also from Sausalito. Sightsee at 8 miles per hour. 2… Segway Tours. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-474-3130 |
| 10:00 am- 9:30 pm | Sausalito Fourth of July Celebration. Parade from Second and Main to Dunphy Park via Bridgeway and Caledonia Streets starts at 10AM. A day of food, live entertainmen… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Workshop). 510-463-8900 |
| 10:30 am | Penquin Feedings. Watch the members of the African Penguin colony being feed by the Academy marine biologists, who will also answer your questions. California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000 |
| 1:00 pm | The Whole Shebang!. The Whole Shebang is a three hour comedy-filled walking tour, of Nob Hill, Chinatown and North Beach led by a professional comed… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-793-5378 |
| 1:00 pm | Swamp Talk. Learn about the creatures, including some of the Academy's most popular animals, such as the albino alligator and alligator snap… California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000 |
| 3:00 pm | San Francisco in a Nutshell. San Francisco in a Nutshell is a two hour walking tour that provides a complete history of the city, from its start as trading p… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-793-5378 |
| 3:30 pm | Penquin Feedings. Watch the members of the African Penguin colony being feed by the Academy marine biologists, who will also answer your questions. California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000 |
| 7:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Salsa Crazy Salsa Dance Classes - Fun and Social, No Partner Required. Beginning, pre-intermediate, and intermediate salsa dance classes are held at locations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. E… Genesis DanceSport Academy. (Educational - Class). 415-221-7125 |
Miscellaneous
| Independence Day American Spirit Pet Costume Contest. On the 4th of July, pets love to be included in all activities, so why not let them participate in costume contest. Dress to imp… Unleashed by Petco. (Miscellaneous). 650-755-8204 |
Dining Specials
| 7:30 am | July 4th Pancake Breakfast. On Independence Day, the local fire fiighters host a fundraiser at the 9th Station, featuring pancakes, sausage and coffee. City of Redwood City Fire Department. (Dining - Brunch). 650-780-7400 |
| 9:00 am- 4:00 pm | O'Reilly's Celtic Brunch. O'Reilly's, a North Beach premier Irish pub and restaurant, serves a Traditional Irish Brunch, with a delectable selection of di… O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 415-989-6222 |
| 11:00 am- 2:30 pm | Brunch. Enjoy brunch and a beatiful view of San Francisco Bay any day of the week. Horizons Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 415-331-3232 |
| 11:00 am- 2:30 pm | Power Lunch. 2 courses plus dessert are available during the week at a fixed price. Luce. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-616-6566 |
| 11:00 am- 9:00 pm | Fourth of July Barbeque. Pork ribs, Andouille sausage, beef brisket, marinated turkey breast and smoked chicken are featured on Independence Day. Memphis Minnie's BBQ Joint & Smoke House. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-864-7675 |
| 11:30 am- 2:00 pm | Down the Line Lunch. A 3-course prix fixe lunch menu is served each weekday. Waterbar. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-284-9922 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Prix Fixe Brunch. A special 2-course brunch is available every day of the week. Bushi-Tei. (Dining - Brunch). 415-440-4959 |
| 11:30 am- 3:00 pm | Business Luncheon. A 3-course prix fixe lunch including non-alcoholic beverage is available for business meetings. Bella Trattoria Italiana. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-221-0305 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Business Lunch. A 3-course prix fixe lunch is available on weekdays. Grand Cafe. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-292-0101 |
| 11:30 am- 2:00 pm | Business Lunch. A prix fixe 3-course lunch including pasta and meat or fish is offered on weekdays, designed to be enjoyed in about an hour. Oak City Bar and Grill. (Dining - Dining Specials). 650-321-6882 |
| 11:30 am | Lunch Special. Wireless internet access is available as you enjoy a 3-course prix fixe lunch with an optional glass of wine for an additional $… Puccini & Pinetti Italian Grill. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-392-5500 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Affari Veloci Lunch. Enjoy a quick, prix fixe lunch of 4 mini-courses served on one plate. Quattro. (Dining - Dining Specials). 650-470-2889 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Gourmet Lunch. Gourmet sandwiches, or a special 2-course prix fixe menu, are available for lunch. Home made beverages also available. Rumi. (Dining - Dining Specials). 650-593-8500 |
| 11:30 am- 4:00 pm | Prix-Fixe Lunch. Chef Jen Biesty prepares 2 courses for a special lunch each day. Scala's Bistro. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-395-8555 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Business Lunch. A 3-course prix fixe lunch is offered on weekdays. Soluna Cafe & Lounge. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-621-2200 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Express Lunch. A quick half-sandwich and soup lunch is available on weekdays. Urban Tavern. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-923-4400 |
| 12:00 pm- 9:30 pm | 4th of July Fireworks Cruise. Live entertainment, dinner and dancing, with a beautiful view of the San Francisco skyline are featured on Independence Day, dep… Blue & Gold Fleet. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-705-8200 |
| 2:00 pm- 7:00 pm | O'Reilly's Happy Hour. Celtic cheer gets cheerier with weekday Happy Hours at O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant. O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant. (Dining - Happy Hour). 415-989-6222 |
| 5:30 pm- 10:00 pm | Down the Line Dinner. A 3-course prix fixe dinner served Sunday through Thursday evenings. Waterbar. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-284-9922 |
| Monday 2-for-1 Wings. Monday's food special is a 2-for-1 Wing Deal. Bar None. (Dining - Happy Hour). 415-409-4469 | |
| Fourth of July Fireworks Train. Enjoy a spectacular Independence Day meal, then watch the fireworks from a great vantage. Napa Valley Wine Train. (Dining - Dining Specials). 800-427-4124 | |
| 4th of July Menu. A special menu is offered on Independence Day. Kincaid's Bayhouse. (Dining - Dining Specials). 510-835-8600 | |
| Lunch Party. A 3-course prix fixe lunch with soda included is available on weekdays. Sumi. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-626-7864 | |
| Lunch Special. Prix fixe 4-course lunches are available on weekdays. Villa Romana Pizzeria and Restaurant. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-731-2280 | |
| July 4th Steak Dinner. Enjoy of meal of dried aged steak or grilled fish while you watch the spectacular fireworks over the Bay. Epic Roasthouse. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-284-9922 | |
| 4th of July Fireworks Cruises. Enjoy a special Independence Day menus aboard one of many cruises, where you get the best view of the fireworks right on the Bay. Hornblower Cruises. (Dining - Dinner Cruise). 415-788-8866 |
Nightlife
| 3:30 pm- 7:00 pm | Happy Hour. Happy Hour happens Monday to Friday 3:30 to 7:00 pm, with specials on house wines, well drinks, the signature cosmopolitans, and… The Cosmopolitan Cafe. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-543-4001 |
| 4:00 pm- 9:00 pm | Bottled Beer and Mixed Drink Specials. Happy Hour specials on bottled beers and mixed drinks run from 4 - 9 pm daily. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-441-5678 |
| 5:00 pm- 6:30 pm | Solstice's Happy Hour. Happy Hour every day from 5:00 to 6:30pm: menu and drink specials. Solstice Restaurant & Lounge. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-359-1222 |
| 7:00 pm- 9:30 pm | Sports Trivia Mondays. 5 rounds of 10 questions. Each team that wins a round wins free beers for their team. No cost to play. Giordano Brothers. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 415-397-BROS |
| 10:00 pm- 2:00 am | DJs and Dancing. DJs and dancing every night. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Dance). 415-441-5678 |
| Live Blues Performances at The Saloon. This historic hotspot - one of San Francisco's best blues venues - is a huge supporter of the local music scene and features a n… The Saloon. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-986-7666 | |
| Live Entertainment at Biscuits and Blues. Live music most days, often 2 shows on weekend nights. Biscuits and Blues. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-292-2583 | |
| Live Bands At Pier 23. Pier 23 Cafe offers live entertainment, with jazz, reggae, salsa and rock bands playing nightly. Pier 23 Cafe. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-362-5125 | |
| 4th of July Bash. Live music and BBQ are featured all day long on the patio at this popular Mission party spot. El Rio. (Nightlife - Parties). 415-282-3325 |
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