Fireworks & more: 4th of July celebrated around Coachella Valley

Although most fireworks are illegal in Riverside County, there was still plenty of fun in store for the 4th of July holiday.

See cities where Safe & Sane Fireworks are legal in the Coachella Valley

The Palm Springs Fire Department wants to remind residents and visitors that all fireworks, including “Safe and Sane”, are illegal in Palm Springs. “Each year during the Fourth of July holiday, firefighters respond to fires and injuries that simply don’t need to occur,” says Fire Chief Kevin Nalder. “Fireworks in untrained hands are a terrible accident waiting to happen.” says Fire Chief Kevin Nalder. “Fireworks in untrained hands are a terrible accident waiting to happen.”

Safe and Sane fireworks that are sold to the public only refer to fireworks that do not fly or explode such as sparklers, fountains, snake items and spinners, according to Nalder, who notes that parents are often unaware that the tip of a sparkler burns at temperatures exceeding 1,200 degrees and is capable of causing third degree burns.

“As a result, all fireworks found in Palm Springs will be confiscated and anyone possessing fireworks will receive a citation,” said Nalder. Instead, authorities recommend you visit a professional firework display.

The main fireworks displays taking place in the Coachella Valley are: PALM SPRINGS All American Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular, Power Baseball and Pool Party

1901 East Baristo Road in Palm Springs Tuesday, July 4 at 9:15 p.m. To keep cool, you can hop in the pool at palm Springs Swim Center located at 405 S. Pavilion Way and join a special 2 p.m. pool party, featuring music, games and a large inflatable slide. There will also be a picnic and the Palm Springs Power baseball team will be taking on the Southern Nevada Coyotes at 6:05 p.m. followed by a fireworks show at 9:15 p.m.

Hard Rock Hotel Palm Springs:

Live music, BBQ, Pool and Fireworks. Daily events begin at 10 a.m. and hotel officials said there’s fun for the whole family so feel free to bring the kids. A rooftop showing of the fireworks at Palm Springs Baseball Stadium will take place at 9:15 p.m.

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway:

In observance of the Independence Day holiday, the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway will open early on Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4. The first tram car up those days will be 8:00 a.m., the last tram car up will be 8:00 p.m. and the last tram car down will be 9:45 p.m.

PALM DESERT Civic Center Park will be holding a fireworks celebration on Tuesday, July 4 at 9 p.m. with free festivities featuring fireworks, food trucks, live music and more. The fun kicks off at 7:15 p.m. with a presentation of our nation’s flag by a U.S. Marine Corps color guard followed by a concert featuring the Swing Cats Big Band, who will perform a variety of popular swing and big band favorites.

The sky will light up at 9 p.m. with a 20-minute-long fireworks display synchronized to patriotic-themed songs simulcast on radio stations The Mix 100.5 FM and 93.7 KCLB.

Food trucks and vendors will be at the event and attendees are encouraged to bring picnic dinners, blankets and chairs to enjoy the show. Alcohol, smoking and portable barbeques are prohibited. Private fireworks are illegal and flashlights are recommended to safely exit the park.

INDIAN WELLS Indian Wells residents are welcome to join the celebration with Palm Desert residents. Free shuttle service will be provided between The Gardens on El Paseo and the park from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. The Gardens is located at the corner of El Paseo and San Pablo Avenue. For more information, call 760 346-0611, ext. 416.

Rancho Mirage Enjoy a free Fireworks Spectacular at Agua Caliente Casino Resort on Tuesday, July 4th. Music is synchronized to music on The Eagle 106.9 at 9:00 p.m. A free concert and events start at 5:00 p.m.

Have a happy Fourth of July and be safe out there!

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