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Looking for a Fireworks Alternative to Redwood City? Check Out Foster City

There are choices to make when it comes to fireworks shows. You might want to check Foster City's Fourth of July schedule of events.

Wednesday marks Foster City's gigantic 4th of July celebration, complete with a fireworks extravaganza at .

 

for the best tips on Where to Park & Where to Watch for the evening's fireworks show, as it is guaranteed to be crowded!

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Note: For a great map of the layout of Leo Ryan Park and where to find each attraction, visit Foster City's other local publication, The Lagonian.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

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8-11:30 a.m.: Pancake Breakfast, courtesy of , in the meadow on Shell Boulevard

9:30-11 a.m.: Register for the Family & Dog Parade in the , near the Shell Boulevard entrance

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Arts and crafts vendors and booths, all over Leo Ryan Park

11:05 a.m.: Family & Dog Parade at on Shell Boulevard

11:15 a.m.: Official welcome, opening ceremonies and National Anthem by the Lions Club of Foster City, in the Meadow Amphitheater

11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m.: The Lions Club BBQ in Leo Ryan Park (Last Call: 4:45 p.m.)

12-12:45 p.m.: Family Concert by Andy Z., in the Meadow Amphitheater

1:30-2:30 p.m.: Family games in the meadow at Leo Ryan Park

4:15-5:45 p.m.: Buck Ford Pure Country Band

7-9:15 p.m.: The Bell Brothers perform in the Meadow Amphitheater

9:30 p.m. SHARP: FIREWORKS SHOW OVER THE LAGOON IN LEO RYAN PARK

For more information, call 650-286-3380 or e-mail recreation@fostercity.org.

See for frequently-asked questions about what's allowed and not allowed at the park (alcohol, boats, tarps, etc.), the best places to park, and the best places to stake out the best seat for the fireworks show.

What some baseball with your fireworks? The San Jose Giants are hosting the Modesto Nuts at Muni Stadium, with game time at 6:30 p.m.

San Jose's Muni Stadium is located at the corner of Alma and Senter. Take 10th St. exit off 280.

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