Fillmore, CA — The City of Fillmore, in partnership with the Fillmore Fire Department, is reminding residents and visitors to celebrate safely and responsibly during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
City of Fillmore Fireworks Show Information:
The City of Fillmore will host a professional fireworks display on Wednesday, July 3, at 9:00 PM. The fireworks display will be launched from the grassy field at Fillmore Middle School, located at 543 A Street, Fillmore, CA. Community members are encouraged to enjoy the show.
Fillmore Fireworks Sales Information:
Fillmore is the only city in Ventura County where the sale and discharge of California State Fire Marshal-approved “Safe & Sane Fireworks” is legal. The sale and discharge of Safe & Sane Fireworks is permitted beginning June 28 at 12:00 PM through July 5 at 12:00 PM. All fireworks purchased must be discharged within the city limits of the City of Fillmore.
Safe & Sane Fireworks may be purchased at fireworks booths located along State Route126. All fireworks booths are operated by local 501(c)(3) registered charitable organizations, helping support community programs and services. The City and Fillmore Fire Department remind the public that illegal fireworks are strictly prohibited. Fireworks commonly known as mortars, aerial shells, firecrackers, M-80s/M-100s, cherry bombs, bottle rockets, and Roman candles are not California State Fire Marshal-approved Safe & Sane Fireworks. These fireworks are illegal to sell, purchase, transport, or discharge in the State of California, including within the City of Fillmore 4th of July Sespe Creek Car Show Information:
On Thursday, July 4, the Sespe Creek Car Club will host the 40th Annual Sespe Creek Fourth of July Car Show from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM in Downtown Fillmore. The event will feature a car show, chili cook-off, cornhole and horseshoe tournament, live music, and more. To learn more, follow Sespe Creek at @SespeCreekCarShow on Facebook and Instagram.
Firework Safety Information *IMPORTANT*
To help keep the community safe, residents are encouraged to follow these safety tips:
• Only use California State Fire Marshal-approved Safe & Sane Fireworks.
• Never allow young children to handle fireworks.
• Older children should use fireworks only under close adult supervision.
• Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol.
• Do not hold lighted fireworks in your hand.
• Never light fireworks indoors.
• Only use fireworks away from homes, vehicles, people, and flammable material.
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
• Do not ignite fireworks in containers.
• Do not try to re-light or handle or handle malfunctioning fireworks, place in water after 15 minutes.
• Keep a bucket of water nearby to soak spent fireworks for disposal or in case of fire.
• Do not put hot fireworks into garbage receptacles.
• All receptacles containing used and spent fireworks should not be located inside garages or touching exterior walls.
• Report any unsafe acts or illegal fireworks activity at 805-524-1500 ext 350
Residents and visitors are encouraged to follow the City of Fillmore on social media for additional updates regarding Fourth of July activities, public safety information, and community reminders.
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Released: June 12, 2026
Press Release Prepared by: Angel Garcia, Sr. Management Analyst
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