20th Annual Benbow Valley 4th of July Fireworks Show

The Best Fireworks Show In All Of Humboldt County Is Back!
Get ready for an unforgettable 4th of July celebration in beautiful Benbow Valley!
Celebrate Independence Day in the scenic Benbow Valley with a full day of outdoor fun, BBQs with friends and family, and time spent enjoying everything that makes summer in Southern Humboldt special. Whether you're tossing a frisbee, playing volleyball, cooling off by the river, or simply relaxing in the sunshine, Benbow Valley is the perfect place to celebrate.
As the day winds down, settle in for the main event—Humboldt County's largest and most spectacular fireworks display!
✨ 2026 is a year unlike any other! ✨
We are celebrating TWO historic milestones:
🏨 The Benbow Inn's 100th Birthday
Join us in celebrating a century of hospitality, history, and memories in the heart of Southern Humboldt.
🗽 America's 250th Birthday
Participate in a once-in-a-generation celebration honoring 250 years of freedom, resilience, and the American spirit.
🎇 Fireworks Begin at Dusk
📅 Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
📍 Location: Benbow Valley
🚗 Parking: Benbow Valley State Park – $20 per vehicle
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Event
Join hundreds of friends, neighbors, and visitors for a day filled with community spirit, patriotic pride, and unforgettable memories.
This isn't just another fireworks show—
💥 Humboldt County's premier Independence Day tradition
💥 The biggest and most spectacular fireworks display in the county
💥 A celebration 100 years in the making
💥 America's 250th Birthday celebration
💥 One incredible night bringing our community together
🌟 One Community. Two Historic Milestones. One Epic Night. 🌟
Please help us keep this event safe and beautiful:
✔️ No personal fireworks permitted
✔️ Pack it in, pack it out
✔️ Help us keep Benbow Valley beautiful
✔️ Leave pets at home if they are sensitive to fireworks
Mark your calendars, invite your family and friends, and join us in Benbow Valley on July 4th!