4th of July BBQ & Fireworks on the Bay

Fireworks on the bay. Food on deck.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of BBQ, fireworks, and waterfront views aboard the historic 1898 Berkeley and the Maritime Museum’s bayfront barge. This special event supports the Maritime Museum of San Diego, with all proceeds benefiting its preservation efforts. Tickets include dinner and prime viewing of the Big Bay Boom fireworks show!

Celebrate the 4th of July with BBQ, Fireworks & Waterfront Views!

Support the Maritime Museum of San Diego while celebrating Independence Day aboard the historic Berkeley or our waterfront barge. Enjoy an unforgettable night of food, fun, fireworks—and fundraising!

BBQ Dinner

  • Adults: Pulled pork sandwich, potato salad, chips & cookie
  • Kids: Hot dog, potato salad, chips & cookie
  • Vegetarian? Plant-based pulled pork or hot dog available on request

Extra snacks (chips or cookies): $7 each

Dinners must be purchased in advance—no walk-up sales!

Evening Event Schedule

  • Gate Opens: 7:00 p.m.
  • Fireworks Begin: 9:00 p.m.
  • Event Ends: Around 9:30 p.m.

Fireworks Viewing Areas

  • McKinney Deck of the Berkeley
  • Waterfront barge behind the Berkeley
Book Online Now!
  • $65.00 Adults
  • $50.00 Child 12 to 3
  • $55.00 Member Adult
  • $40.00 Member Child

Children 2 & under enter free (no meal included)

  • Seating is first come, first served
  • Blankets welcome—no folding chairs, please
  • No outside alcohol permitted
  • No-host bar available for guests 21+

Online Ticket Sales: 2.3% credit card plus 6% online fee will added to the total. Final price will be shown before checkout.

All proceeds support the Maritime Museum of San Diego.
Historic ship. Great food. Epic views. Make your 4th of July one to remember.