Ooooh! Aaahhh! 2008 Fourth of July Fireworks

It's such a fitting way to celebrate our nation's birthday, and though it's not the case, it's as if fireworks displays were created just for the Fourth of July. And what better way to top off a day (or weekend) of gathering with friends, having a picnic and barbecue, hitting the beach or park than a grand fireworks display. So here's a rundown of known fireworks displays around San Diego County. There's bound to be a fireworks show close to your neighborhood. Most fireworks start around 9 p.m. and all listings are for July 4, except where noted. You might want to check with specific locations if you're unsure of times or directions. And please keep your animals secured...loud fireworks can frighten them to the point of running off in fright.

2008 Independence Day Fireworks Schedule

San Diego
Coronado: Glorietta Bay
9 p.m. Day-long festivities with the annual Coronado Independence Day parade at 10 a.m.
(619) 437-8788.

La Jolla Cove
9 p.m.
(858) 454-1444.

Mira Mesa Recreation Center
9 p.m. Food, rides, games and entertainment in Mira Mesa Community Park during the day.
(858) 538-8122.

Mission Bay Yacht Club
9 p.m.
(858) 488-0501.

Ocean Beach Pier
9 p.m.
(619) 226-8613.

Mission Bay: Paradise Point Resort
9 p.m.
(858) 274-4630.

San Diego Bay
9 p.m.
(858) 751-5755.

Mission Bay: Sea World
9:30 p.m.
(800) 25-SHAMU.

Rancho Bernardo: Webb Park
9 p.m.
(619) 889-8505

East County
Santee: Town Center Community Park Ballfields
9 p.m.
(619) 258-4100 x201.

Spring Valley Park
9 p.m.
(619) 479-1832.

North County
San Marcos: Bradley Park
9 p.m. Food and music are part of the celebration happening earlier in the day.
(760) 744-9000.

Vista: Brengle Terrace Park
9 p.m. Daylong festivities.
(760) 726-1340, ext. 1574.

Camp Pendleton: Del Mar Beach
9 p.m. All day activities including music, food and games.
(760) 725-2313.

Escondido: Grape Day Park
9 p.m. Afternoon festivities, including game and food booths, music and entertainment.
(760) 745-1159.

Carlsbad: Legoland
8:30 p.m. included with admission
(760) 918-LEGO.

Oceanside Pier
9 p.m. Part of the O'Fest Carnival
(760) 967-2005.

Ramona: Olive Peirce Middle School
9 p.m. Grounds open at 5 p.m. for town picnic including food booths and games.
(760) 789-1311.

San Diego County Fair: Del Mar Fairgrounds
9 p.m. included with admission
(858) 755-1161.

South Bay
National City: Kimball Park
9 p.m. Carnival rides, games and food booths also.
(619) 336-4290.