Fireworks are illegal in most areas of Ventura County.  However, several cities in Ventura County will be hosting public firework displays for this year's 4th of July celebrations.

Public Fireworks Shows:

* Camarillo -July 4th Fireworks Spectacular and Fun Day

Camarillo High School's football stadium (4660 Mission Oaks Blvd).  Gates open at 4 p.m.
Fireworks show begins at 9:00 pm.  Admission: $2 per person, children 5 and under are FREE.  Pre-sale tickets may be purchased at City Hall, Pleasant Valley Receation and Park District Office and will be sold at the High School on Saturday.  Free Parking: Camarillo High School, the Metrolink Station (Ventura Blvd & Lewis Rd) and Semtech (200 Flynn Rd).  Shuttle service is available at the Metrolink and Semtech sites beginning at 4 p.m. until appproximately one hour after the show.  Admission includes: live entertainment.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase.  For more details contact the Park District office at 482-1996.

* Fillmore - Sespe Creek Car Show

Downtown Fillmore.  Hours: 9:00 am - 9:30 pm.  Fireworks show begins at 9:00 pm.  Admission is FREE.  Activities include car show, music, arts, crafts, vendor and food booths.  For more details, contact Kathleen McCreary at 524-2546.

* Oxnard - Fireworks By The Sea

Channel Islands Harbor.  Hours: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm.  Parade: 11:00 am.  Parade route begins at the Harbor Landing Center and ends just past the Whale's Tail Restaurant.  Fireworks show begins at 9:00 pm.  Festivities include: parade, live entertainment, exhibits, children's activities, arts, crafts and food booths.

* City of Ventura - Ventura Independence Day Celebration

Ventura College Athletic Field (4667 Telegraph Road).  Gates open at 5:00 pm.  Fireworks show begins at 9:00 pm.  Admission: $8 for adults, $6 for children, children under 3 are FREE.  Family Package is $35.  Tickets will be sold at the gates.  Pre-sale tickets are also available and are sold at a $2 discount.  The Family Package will be discounted $10.  Admission includes, games, music, and food booths.

Have a wonderful 4th of July and remember to be safe!

Dave and Patricia Zumbrun, The Z Team, your Ventura County real estate experts