In San Francisco, here are a few places to go to catch the fireworks.
PIER 39 – Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 4th of July celebration and fireworks. Embarcadero at Beach Street, San Francisco, CA. July 4, 2009, starting at 1 pm. Fireworks 9:30 pm. The SF Independence Day live entertainment includes local bands.  ‘Take 2′ [...]

Looking for Fourth of July fireworks, parades, and family celebrations in the East Bay? Here’s the list. (Let us know if we’ve missed anything):
Alameda – Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10 am 4th of July Parade, 12 noon to 4 pm Festival. No fireworks.
Antioch – Saturday, July 4, 2009, 7 pm 4th of July Parade and [...]

Looking for Fourth of July activities and fireworks in Napa Valley or Marin? Here’s a list of North Bay festivities:
American Canyon – Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, 2009. 4th of July Festival all day in Community Park I. Fireworks at approx 9:30 pm.
Bodega Bay: Friday, July 3, 2009, free (small) 4th of July [...]

If you’re in the South Bay this weekend, you have some good options for Fourth of July activities. Here’s the lineup:
Aptos – Saturday, July 4, 2009, 10 am, 4th of July Parade; post-parade party all day until 4 pm, Aptos City Park. No fireworks.
Cupertino – Saturday, July 4, 2009 10 am. Children’s Parade, Memorial Park [...]

Here are a few Fourth of July activities happening on the Peninsula this weekend:
Foster City – Saturday, July 4, 2009, 9 am. 4th of July Parade followed by Independence Day family activities all day at Leo J. Ryan Park. Fireworks at approx 9:30.
Half Moon Bay – Saturday, July 4, 2009, 12 noon, 4th of July [...]