Celebrate the 4th of July Safely in Lake Elsinore! As we gear up for another unforgettable Independence Day, the City of Lake Elsinore reminds residents and visitors to celebrate responsibly.
Lake Elsinore is ready to light up the sky with its annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular — and you're invited to celebrate with us all day long.
Start Your Day at Party in the Park
Join us from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Summerly Park (18505 Malaga Rd) for a festive morning of community fun.
Activities include:
- Free amusements and hands-on activities
- Crafts for all ages
- A Kids Bike Parade at 9:30 a.m. — come early to decorate your bike with free supplies from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m.
Fireworks Begin at 9:00 p.m.
End the day with a stunning fireworks show, synced to music on KOLA 99.9 FM. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy the display from one of our free public viewing locations:
- Lakepoint Park
- Swick & Matich Park
- Whiskers Beach
- Elm Grove Beach (500 Lakeshore Drive)
Planning to Watch from the Water?
Launch your boat from Launch Pointe to catch the show from the lake. Fees apply:
- $10 – Single vehicle parking
- $40 – RV/Trailer parking
- $25 – Lake pass
- $25 – Launch fee
- $10 – Motorcycle parking
- $5 – Walk-in/Bike-in per person
Important reminders:
- Navigation lights are required for all vessels after dark
- Reentry is not guaranteed once you leave
- Launch Pointe’s public beach remains underwater due to high lake levels, but shoreline viewing is available nearby at Elm Grove Beach
Whether on land or lake, gather your family and friends for a safe, memorable 4th of July celebration in Lake Elsinore.
Visit launch-pointe.com for more information about boat access.
Personal Fireworks Are Illegal in Lake Elsinore
The City of Lake Elsinore, in coordination with the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, enforces a strict zero-tolerance policy on all personal fireworks. This includes sparklers and any other handheld or ground-based fireworks. Anyone found in possession of, or using, fireworks will be prosecuted and may be fined up to $1,000.
Fireworks pose serious risks to public safety, health, and property. Help protect your neighbors, pets, and community by enjoying the City’s professional fireworks show — and leaving the fireworks to the experts.