America’s 250th – 4th of July Celebration at Santa Anita Park
Event Details
calendar_today Sat 7/4/2026
access_time 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
apartment In-Person
local_activity Free
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Description

Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary at the City of Arcadia’s 2026 Fourth of July Celebration at Santa Anita Park, proudly sponsored by USC Arcadia Hospital. This special community event commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence with live entertainment, family-friendly activities, free carnival games, food vendors, and a spectacular pyrotechnic drone show finale. General admission is free with pre-registration, making this one of the premier 4th of July events in Arcadia and the San Gabriel Valley.

Timeline of Activities

6:00 PM – Gates Open
6:00 PM – Concert by The Answer begins
6:00 PM – Free carnival games open
6:30 PM – Hula Hoop Contest
7:15 PM – Watermelon Eating Contest
8:00 PM – Baby Races
8:40 PM – Welcome & National Anthem
9:00 PM – Pyrotechnic Drone Show

What the Event Will Feature:

  • Live music and patriotic entertainment throughout the evening
  • Free carnival games and family-friendly activities
  • Community contests including hula hoop and watermelon eating competitions
  • Special activities for children and families, including baby races
  • A patriotic welcome ceremony and National Anthem presentation
  • A large-scale pyrotechnic drone show celebrating America’s 250th anniversary

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. General admission is free with advance registration. 

Yes. Guests may purchase reserved box seating at the Register Now button on this page for premium viewing of the drone show.

Free parking will be available at Santa Anita Park Gates 3, 5, and 8. 

Absolutely. The celebration includes activities, games, contests, and entertainment designed for all ages.