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.
Get ready for a night of unforgettable celebration at the Independence Spectacular in Visalia at the Riverway Sports Park on Thursday, July 3rd! Join in for an evening filled with live entertainment, food, a kids' zone and a drone light show!
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 Friday, 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.
Micro Sprint Car Racing on the Plaza Park Raceway brings excitement to your weekend celebrations. Catch the action on July 1st. Gates open at 5:30pm with first race at 7:00pm and fireworks at 9:00pm.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Celebrate Independence Day in elevated style on Elderwood’s rooftop patio—your front-row seat to Visalia’s best fireworks view. Your $50 ticket includes guaranteed patio seating, a complimentary welcome drink, and passed appetizers served throughout the evening. Specialty cocktails and a full bar menu will also be available for purchase.
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.
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.
