The city of Murrieta is inviting families and friends to come out and celebrate at the town’s 34rd birthday party. The party kicks off at 2 p.m. on Saturday at Cal Oaks Sports Park, 40600 California Oaks Road. The fireworks show starts at 9 p.m.

“Join us for Murrieta’s 34th Annual Birthday Bash! Festivities begin at 2 p.m. and include a full day of family-friendly fun, live entertainment, and activities for all ages,” a city spokesperson said. “Celebrate with the City of Murrieta as we honor our community’s birthday in style—with local vendors, delicious food, interactive zones for kids, and toe-tapping tribute bands. The evening wraps up with a dazzling fireworks display you won’t want to miss.”

At the event, attendees will be able to find a variety of local vendors, games and activities for all ages. Tribute bands Classic Journey, playing favorites from Steve Perry and company, and Arena, which recasts Duran Duran’s entire catalog, are slated to play throughout Saturday afternoon, during which a “firefighters’ hose down” is planned, giving residents a chance to cool off under a spray from fire engines.

• 2 p.m.– Kid Zone Opens
• 4:30 p.m. – Firefighter Hosedown
• 5 p.m.– Live Music: ARENA – Duran Duran Tribute Show
• 7:15 p.m. – Live Music: Classic Journey
• 9 p.m. – Fireworks

Have Questions? Call (951) 304-PARK (7275) for more information.

“No Dogs, No Alcohol, No Smoking and No BBQs are allowed,” the city would like to remind all guests. Do enjoy the fireworks.

Next week, on July 3, Renaissance Village Senior Living and Memory Care in Murrieta is hosting an Independence Day “4th of July BBQ” starting at 11:30 a.m.

Here’s what’s on the menu: St. Louse style ribs, BBQ chicken thighs, potato salad, baked beans, corn on the cob and watermelon wedges. Find more information about the July 3 event here.

Meanwhile, in neighboring Menifee, a celebration will kick off at 4 p.m. with a parade along La Piedra Road, featuring tractors, public safety equipment and other vehicles.

“Menifee’s annual celebration is a cherished tradition that unites our community in honoring the freedom we share and the pride we feel for our great nation,” Mayor Bill Estrada said. “We invite everyone to join us for an evening filled with food, fun and fireworks.”

There will be a variety of food and crafts vendors, a kids’ play zone with bounce houses and music featuring the country band Franklin Wall, as well as 50s and 60s rock favorites by The Dreamboats. The event will take place in Wheatfield Park, 30627 Menifee Road.

A fireworks show is set to start promptly at 9 p.m., officials said.

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Fireworks shows and Independence Day celebrations in and around Southwest Riverside County will kick off on Saturday, June 24, with the City of Menifee Independence Day Celebration, followed by the City of Perris Fireworks Celebration on Saturday, July 1, and celebrations in the Cities of Canyon Lake, Corona, Lake Elsinore, and Temecula on Tuesday, July 4.

The City of Menifee Independence Day Celebration will be held on Saturday, June 24, at 4 p.m. at Wheatfield Park, 30627 Menifee Rd., and will include a parade, fireworks show, food, vendors, and activities for all ages. The fireworks show starts at 9 p.m.

The City of Perris Fireworks Celebration will be held on Saturday, July 1, at 6 p.m. at Morgan Park, 600 E. Morgan St., and will include arts and crafts, food vendors, a movie, and a fireworks show. The movie starts at dusk. The fireworks show starts at 9 p.m.

On Tuesday, July 4, the following cities will be hosting Fourth of July events:

The Canyon Lake Property Owners Association fireworks show will launch at 9 p.m. from Skipper’s Island. Canyon Lake is a gated community, guests must be called in.

The City of Corona Independence Day Celebration starts with the Main Street USA Independence Day Parade at 9 a.m., followed by a fireworks show, entertainment, food, and vendors at 5 p.m. at Santana Park, 598 Santana Way. The fireworks show starts at sundown.

The City of Lake Elsinore Party in the Park features a bike parade for kids, play zones, carnival-style games, inflatables, and crafts from 9 to 11 a.m. at Summerly Park, 18505 Malaga Rd., followed by a fireworks show over the lake at 9 p.m. Lakepoint Park, Swick and Matich Park, Elm Grove Beach, and Whiskers Beach have been designated as prime spots to watch the show.

The City of Temecula 4th of July Extravaganza starts with a parade at 10 a.m. in Old Town, followed by activities, a fireworks show, entertainment, vendors, and a fun zone for kids starting at 2 p.m. at Ronald Reagan Sports Park, 30875 Rancho Vista Rd. The fireworks show starts at 9 p.m.

To prevent wildfires and injuries resulting from Fourth of July celebrations, the Riverside County Board of Supervisors is continuing the “If You Light it, We’ll Write it” illegal fireworks enforcement activity and education campaign. Enforcement activity targets the sale, transportation, and use of illegal fireworks – with fines ranging up to $5,000.

By local ordinance, California-approved “safe and sane” fireworks are only permitted within the city limits of Indio, Coachella, Blythe, and Desert Hot Springs.

Evergreen Memorial Historic Cemetery will again host a July 4 fundraiser that will bring guests close to the fireworks at nearby Mount Rubidoux. The 12th annual Front Row Fireworks event is set for Tuesday, July 4, from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The event will support the “mission of preserving Evergreen Cemetery,” a news release states. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children 3 and above. Active military personnel and those 2 and younger are free. Guests may bring coolers, picnic baskets, blankets, lawn chairs and wagons. Food and drinks can be purchased from vendors. Ransom Rock will play hits from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. A free Kid Zone will have inflatable jumpers, face painting, a magician/balloon artist, games and arts and crafts. A scavenger hunt also will be staged. Evergreen docents will give tours of the downtown cemetery, where many of historic Riverside figures are buried. The cemetery is at 4414 14th St.

Residents can report illegal fireworks by downloading the Riverside County Sheriff’s app or by calling 800-950-2444.

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