For more than 45 years, Vista's Independence Day celebration has illuminated the night-time skies with one of the most spectacular fireworks displays. This year will be no exception when the annual event returns to the Moonlight Amphitheatre in Brengle Terrace Park. As part of the celebration, the City will honor local heroes with military service. 

Schedule

• 7:00 AM: Brengle Terrace Park opens
• 5:00 PM: Moonlight Amphitheatre gates open
• 5:15 PM: Light Up the Night Dinner seating begins
• 6:30 PM: Light Up the Night Dinner service begins
• 7:15 PM: Military Heroes Salute on the Moonlight Stage
• 7:30 PM: The Mar Dels perform on the Moonlight Stage
• 9:00 PM: Fireworks!

Food and non-alcoholic beverages may be brought into the park. Alcohol cannot be brought into the Moonlight Amphitheatre but is for sale at the Artisan Café. 

Parking in the park is $15 per car and $30 per recreational vehicle. Admission to the Moonlight Amphitheatre is $5 per person. Children five and under, active and retired military and their immediate family receive free admission to the Moonlight Amphitheatre.

"Light Up the Night" Dinner

A Patriotic BBQ Buffet starts at 6:30 PM. The dinner raises funds to support the City of Vista’s July Fourth events. Enjoy a delicious  BBQ menu catered by When Pigs Fly. Cost is $60. A table of eight may be purchased for $450. The dinner includes reserved parking and reserved seats offering the best views of the fireworks. Reservations may be made by calling 760.643.5262 by June 18.