THE RADY SHELL 4TH OF JULY CONCERT & THE BIG BAY BOOM FIREWORKS 2026 - COME FOR THE SHOW, STAY FOR THE FIREWORKS!
4th of JULY, 2026: RADY SHELL AND THE BIG BAY BOOM FIREWORKS!
Byron Stripling’s America The Beautiful: 250 brings the sound of our nation to life with powerful works that reflect the beauty, complexity, and spirit of America – past, present, and future. Featuring beloved classics like “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” “Yankee Doodle Dandy,” and the triumphant “Stars and Stripes Forever,” this celebratory program traces the musical moments that have defined the American story.
Celebrate 250 years of America this Fourth of July the best way we know how: at your favorite waterfront venue, with your beloved San Diego Symphony Orchestra, capped off with a premium view of San Diego’s iconic fireworks spectacular, the Big Bay Boom, immediately following the concert.
Event: America The Beautiful: 250 with the San Diego Symphony Orchestra.
Time: Concert starts at 7:30 PM.
Activities: Enjoy live, patriotic orchestral performances followed immediately by a front-row view of San Diego's famous Big Bay Boom fireworks over the bay.
PRO TIP: Parking will be a mess so take the trolley. Arrive early ad enjoy the food and cocktails at the Rady Shell venue - it’s great! If you are sitting in the grassy open lawn area you can bring in a low beach chair and blanket.
