Where to Watch 4th of July Fireworks Around Seattle

It’s THE USA’s 250th birthday!

For Seattle, that means skyline sunsets, lake floats, ferry horns, and so many fireworks. Whether you're hitting Gas Works Park, kayaking on Lake Union, or grilling in the ‘burbs with beer in hand, this list has your night locked.

Seafair Summer 4th

Gas Works Park & Lake Union Park

July 4 – Fireworks at 10:20 PM

Seattle’s main event. Pyro over Lake Union, live tunes, food trucks, beer gardens, and half the city camped out by noon. Fireworks at 10:15 PM, but the festivities at the park start at 3 PM> It's free to enter, just be sure to RSVP!

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4th Of July Cruise On Lake Union

Lake Union

July 4 – Fireworks at 10:20 PM

Argosy Cruises is putting on a party right on the waters of Lake Union. Family-friendly or 21+ cruises available with upbeat tunes and all of the up-close views of the fireworks that you could want.

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Bellevue Family 4th

Bellevue Downtown Park

July 4 – Fireworks at 10:05 PM

The Bellevue Family 4th Celebration is a free public event that attracts more than 50,000 visitors to Bellevue Downtown Park. The event features live music, family entertainment, children’s areas, and food vendors, and ends with the Eastside’s largest fireworks display synchronized to music performed by the Bellevue Youth Symphony Orchestra.

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Thunder on the Bay

Legion Memorial Park, Everett

July 4 – Fireworks at 10:15 PM

The park’s overlook offers outstanding views of the waterfront and the fireworks show. There’s a festival at the park with live music, food trucks, and a beer garden. Tune to Classic Country 1520 AM KXA for a radio simulcast of music to the fireworks.

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Tacoma Summer Blast

Ruston Way Waterfront

July 4 – Fireworks at 10:00 PM

Tacoma’s 4th of July celebration is back! The celebration takes place at Dune Peninsula and Cummings Park on Ruston Way with over 150 vendors, live music, and a 20-minute firework display. The fireworks display can be seen from Dune Peninsula Park in the north, along Ruston Way Waterfront, and stretching to Jack Hyde Park in the south.

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Federal Way Red, White & Blues

Celebration Park

July 4 – Fireworks at 10:15 PM

Enjoy live music, food vendors, and family fun all day. The main stage lights up at 4:00 PM with live concerts! Don’t miss the fireworks at 10:15 PM. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for comfort. Admission and parking are free for all. 

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Kenmore 4th of july Celebration

Log Boom Park

July 4 – Fireworks at 10:00 PM

Kenmore's 4th of July celebration kicks off at 7:30 pm with music, food trucks, free activities, games, and crafts, and concludes with a 20-minute fireworks show at 10:00 pm. 

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Mountlake Terrace 3rd of July

Ballinger Park

July 3 – Fireworks at 10:00 PM

The 3rd of July Family Celebration is a beloved tradition. This year’s festivities will begin at 6:00 p.m. The fun will include pie-eating contests, field games, a DJ, and food trucks. A fantastic fireworks display over beautiful Lake Ballinger will be the highlight of the event!

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Puyallup Red, White & Kaboom

Washington State Fairgrounds

July 3 – Fireworks at dusk

Check out the Washington State Fairgrounds for a full day of fun, ending with a one-of-a-kind drive-in fireworks experience. Enjoy live music, a beer garden, food trucks, a 5K by All Things Fun Sports!, and a lively kids' corner!

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Updated 7/1/26 by Georgi Shillington