Celebrate America's birthday in Visalia!
Your unforgettable weekend visit is brimming with big trees, craft beers, fireworks, drone light shows, fast cars and summer markets. Visalia has something for every spirited American. Spend the weekend and celebrate your independence with us.
The baseball season is in full-swing at Valley Strong Ballpark! Cheer on the local team - The Visalia Rawhide - as they play Rancho Cucamonga Quakes on July 4th in America's favorite pastime. Enjoy a post-game drone light show spectacular that will light up the sky with its dazzling display.
Get ready for a night of unforgettable celebration at the Independence Spectacular in Visalia at the Riverway Sports Park on July 3rd! Join us for an evening filled with games, food vendors, live music, 2 drone light shows, and trolley rides for the whole family. Let's celebrate freedom together!
Micro Sprint Car Racing on the Plaza Park Raceway brings excitement to your weekend celebrations. Catch the action on July 3rd. Gates open at 5:30pm with first race at 7:00pm and fireworks at 9:00pm.
Join us this weekend, June 29th, at the Joshua Tree Boutique's Summer Market! Explore unique treasures from local vendors, enjoy delicious food, and soak up the summer vibes. See you there!
Join the fun at the Great American 5K and 10K Run. The Great American Race is presented by the City of Visalia and Forever Young Events. Race kicks off July 4th with a 5K or 10K run and Costume Contest. This takes place at Riverway Sports Park and along the paved trails along the St. John's Trail. Enjoy food, music, race photos and more.
Not a runner? It's OK. Bring a lawn chair and cheer on the runners. Enjoy the music of GenFM with their 4th of July playlist created just for the race. Hot Dogs and drinks will be available to purchase.
You are invited to the 1852 Red, White, and Brew Party happening on July 6th from 2 PM to 10 PM. Get ready for an amazing time filled with great drinks, delicious food, and fantastic company! There will be kid and adult water activities, music, and face painting.
Big Trees
The national parks are open and ready for visitors! There is nothing more patriotic than a trip to our national parks. Walk among the giant sequoias and see the General Sherman Tree, the largest living tree on earth. Climb to the top of Moro Rock for unforgettable views of the Great Western Divide. Take a hike to Tokopah Falls where the cascading falls are gushing as the winter snow melts away. Take a stroll around Crescent Meadow and see the wildflowers bursting with color. Did you know that the General Grant tree in Kings Canyon National Park is a living shrine to the men and women of the armed services? Take time to see this magnificent grove.
Free Outdoor Festivity
The City of Visalia is hosting an unforgettable celebration at the Independence Spectacular in Visalia at the Riverway Sports Park on July 3rd! Join us for an evening filled with games, food vendors, live music, 2 drone light shows, and trolley rides for the whole family. Let's celebrate freedom together!
Fast Cars
Micro Sprint Car Racing on the Plaza Park raceway brings excitement to your weekend celebrations. Catch the action on July 3rd. Gates open at 5:30pm with first race at 7:00pm and fireworks at 9:00pm.
Dazzling Skies
The baseball season is in full-swing at Valley Strong Ballpark! Cheer on the local team - The Visalia Rawhide - as they play Rancho Cucamonga Quakes in America's favorite pastime. Enjoy a post-game drone light show spectacular that will light up the sky with its dazzling display. Get your tickets in advance.
Family Fun Run
Join the fun at the Great American 5K and 10K Run. The Great American Race is presented by the City of Visalia and Forever Young Events. Race kicks off July 4th with a 5K or 10K run and Costume Contest. This takes place at Riverway Sports Park and along the paved trails along the St. John's Trail. Enjoy food, music, race photos and more.
Not a runner? It's OK. Bring a lawn chair and cheer on the runners. Enjoy the music of GenFM with their 4th of July playlist created just for the race. Hot Dogs and drinks will be available to purchase.
Get ready to celebrate at the 1852 Red, White, and Brew Party on July 6th from 2-10 PM! Join in for a day filled with live music, delicious food, and, of course, the best craft brews around. Bring your friends and family to enjoy a festive atmosphere with games, local vendors, and plenty of patriotic fun. Don’t miss out on this perfect summer event—mark your calendars and let's make unforgettable memories together in Visalia!
Take a picnic to one of Visalia’s many local parks.
Mooney Grove is the first county park in California and offers lots of Arbors for a picnic. There is lots of wide-open space for a game of tag or frisbee or whatever tradition your family has for the July 4th holiday. Kids will love the play structures, searching for the Log Cabin or feeding the ducks. The lagoon is stocked with fish (license required) and is a great place to teach kids how to cast a line.
Head to the Lake for a day of water fun.
Kaweah Lake is a great spot for water activities. Rent a patio boat and spend the day floating, swimming and sunning. Boats are available from the Kaweah Marina for rent but book early as this will be a popular spot.
Where else can you enjoy fun, fireworks and Independence Day celebrations?
All week long you'll find plenty to do in and around Visalia. Here are our 3 top picks in our neighboring communities:
Visalia's growing and diverse restaurant scene is top of the list for foodies looking to explore. From 5-star dining in Downtown to funky food trucks at the Saturday Farmers Market and everything in between, you will find just what you're craving.
