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Saturday, July 4, 2026

Find Your Perfect
4th of July

Get your personalized ContraCostaLive.com 4th of July plan — answer 4 quick questions and we'll match you to the best celebration in Contra Costa County.

Question 1 of 4
Question 1 of 4

Who are you celebrating with?

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Just Me
Flying solo this year
💑
My Partner
Date night under the stars
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Family with Kids
The whole crew in tow
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Friends
The more the better
Question 2 of 4

Morning parade or evening fireworks?

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Morning & Afternoon
Parades, pancakes, and home by dinner
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Evening & Night
Build up to the big finish
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All Day Long
Start early, end late
🤷
Whatever Works
Surprise me
Question 3 of 4

What's the must-have for your night?

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Big Fireworks
Traditional aerial display
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Drone Show
High-tech light choreography
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Parade
Marching bands, floats, classic cars
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Live Music
Concert under the summer sky
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Waterfront
Delta, marina, or bay views
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All of It
Just make it epic
Question 4 of 4

Which part of the county are you in?

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West County
Richmond, El Cerrito, San Pablo
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North County
Martinez, Concord
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Central County
Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill
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South County
Danville, San Ramon
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Lamorinda
Orinda, Moraga, Lafayette
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East County
Brentwood, Antioch, Pittsburg
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