Summer is in full swing here in the Pacific Northwest, and that means it’s time to break out the picnic blankets, pack some snacks, and get ready for one of our favorite traditions—4th of July fireworks!
Whether you’re looking for a big-city celebration or a laid-back local event, I’ve rounded up the best fireworks shows across the Puget Sound for 2025. These are perfect for families, couples, and anyone who loves a good sparkle in the sky.
📍Gas Works Park & Lake Union Park
Gates open at 3 PM; festivities run until 11 PM
Live music, food trucks, beer gardens, kids’ activities
🎇 Fireworks begin around 10:15 PM
🚌 Parking is tough—plan for public transit, biking, or rideshare
This is the biggest Seattle 4th of July fireworks show and always a crowd favorite. Don’t forget your blanket and a hoodie—it cools off fast by the lake!
📍 Downtown Park
Events start at 5 PM
Enjoy live performances, food vendors, and family fun
🎆 Fireworks at 10:05 PM, synced to a live symphony
Looking for something on the Eastside? Bellevue brings the charm with plenty of space to spread out and celebrate with the community.
📍 Log Boom Park
Pre-show activities begin at 7:30 PM
🎆 Fireworks at 10 PM (20-minute show)
Smaller crowds, waterfront views, and a cozy vibe make this one a sweet spot for locals.
📍 Snoqualmie Community Park
Starts at 7 PM
🎆 Fireworks begin at 9:45 PM
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy live music and food trucks before the sky lights up against the backdrop of the Cascades.
📍 Dune Peninsula at Point Defiance Park
All-day fun starts around 12 PM
🎆 Fireworks launch at 10 PM over Commencement Bay
This one’s great for a full-day adventure with waterfront views, vendors, and all the summer vibes.
Federal Way – Celebration Park
🎉 Starts at 4 PM | 🎆 Fireworks at 10:15 PM
Kent – Lake Meridian Park
🎉 Starts at 5 PM | 🎆 Fireworks at 10 PM | Shuttle available
Sammamish – Commons Park
🎉 Starts at 5 PM | 🎆 Fireworks at 10 PM
Carnation – Remlinger Farms
🎉 Around 4 PM | 🎆 Fireworks at 9:45 PM (July 4)
Note: Subject to wildfire conditions
Mountlake Terrace – Ballinger Park
🗓️ July 3 only | 🎉 Starts at 6 PM | 🎆 Fireworks later that evening
Puyallup – Washington State Fairgrounds
🗓️ July 3 | 🎉 12:30 PM–10:30 PM | 🎆 Fireworks at dusk
Lacey – Rainier Vista Park
🗓️ July 3 | 🎆 Fireworks at 10 PM
As a local real estate agent and lifelong Puget Sound resident, I love helping folks find a place that feels like home—whether you’re upsizing, downsizing, or just dreaming.
Let’s connect this summer and chat about what’s next for you. 💬
If you’re out enjoying one of these fireworks shows, tag me on Instagram @MaureenBriere.Realestate.PNW or send me a pic—I’d love to see your favorite moments!
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