FAQs 2022

The Crown City Classic race has one start time at 7 a.m. and one at 8:20 a.m. The rough water swim at Central Beach begins in stages between 8:10 and 9:30 a.m. at Central Beach. There will be no road closures for either event but there will be parking and other minor traffic impacts. Here is a map of the run route.

No fires may be built on any public beach, except in a city provided fire pit or portable barbecue. All coal and debris from a portable barbecue must be discarded in an official fire pit or hot coal container. The Coronado Municipal Code states that a fire in a fire pit or portable barbecue shall be used only to build beach fires for cooking or warmth, and it shall be unlawful to use the same as incinerators to burn waste or any material restricted by the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District. The materials used for fires on the public beach must be clean wood. No pallets are allowed. Fires shall not exceed a height of 12 inches above the upper edge of the fire pit or portable barbecue and shall be contained within the inside edge of the fire pit or portable barbecue. All fires must be properly extinguished before being left unattended. Ashes cannot be covered. All unburned wood shall be removed or placed in receptacles provided by the City. Glass items or containers of any type are not allowed on the beach. Alcohol is not allowed on public property, including the beaches or in the water.

The City has prohibited smoking on all public property, and on private property within 25 feet of an enclosed building since 2014.

The fireworks display over Glorietta Bay will start at 9 p.m. The fireworks will last about 15 minutes. The Coronado fireworks display is not connected to the Big Bay Boom. That display also will begin at 9 p.m. and be visible from the Coronado Ferry Landing.

Fireworks are allowed in Coronado by special permit only from the Coronado Fire Department. The Coronado Municipal Code regulates the use and display of fireworks in accordance with the 2016 California Fire Code as amended and adopted by the City of Coronado. This applies to all fireworks; including those known as consumer or safe-and-sane fireworks. This even applies to sparklers. Fireworks found in the possession of individuals will be confiscated. Individuals are subject to citation for violation of the City’s Municipal Code.

The most direct access to the concerts, food vendors, parachute demonstration and fireworks display viewing spots is by entering the Golf Course from Glorietta Boulevard between Vista Place and Monterey Avenue (on the Tennis Center side) of Bay Circle. Most of the activities will be on and around the 16^th fairway.

Yes, the Golf Course will be closed on Monday, July 4, due to the holiday and the fireworks show. The Golf Course will be open with its regular hours on Sunday, July 3, and on Tuesday, July 5.

Parking is authorized in any marked legal parking spot. Vehicles that are parked illegally are subject to being towed at the owner’s expense. If you see a “No Parking” sign, do not park your vehicle there or you will be subject to being towed or receiving a citation. The parking restriction signs are certified by the Coronado Police Department several times prior to and on the day of the events so moving a sign will not be a valid excuse. Saving parking spaces is not allowed.

Motorhomes can be parked in any legal space they fit into. Oversized vehicles are not required to obtain an oversized vehicle permit from July 3-4; oversized vehicle permits are required prior to July 3 and after July 4. No awnings or slide outs from motorhomes, RVs or trailers will be allowed as they create hazards for other vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians. All trailers must remain attached to vehicles being towed and there is no overnight camping or lodging allowed in the City.

Silver Strand State Beach is set to open at approximately 7 a.m. on July 3, and 6 a.m. on July 4, which will allow vehicles to enter about an hour earlier than normal. The State Beach gates will close when the park is full. Vehicles, motorhomes and trailers are not permitted to stop, park or line up along any part of state Route 75 near the State Beach entrance or along the roadway at any time.

Contact the Public Services Department at (619) 522-7380 for matters related to public bathrooms and service, or maintenance issues.  

Boaters enjoying the fireworks should be conscious of and avoid anchoring within eelgrass habitats. Eelgrass is an important habitat for juvenile fishes, seabirds, and other animals. It is easily damaged by boat anchors and propellers so please avoid anchoring in eelgrass while enjoying the show. See map of eelgrass beds within San Diego Bay and please avoid anchoring in these areas. See larger image of maps here.

The City of Coronado will be setting up two free anchorage areas in Glorietta Bay for the July 4 weekend. They will be open for mariners to come in and anchor starting the afternoon of July 1. The anchorage areas will be open until the afternoon of July 5. Also, the A-5 Anchorage in Glorietta Bay will be closed from 10 a.m. on July 4 until 6 a.m. on July 5. The U.S. Coast Guard, San Diego Harbor Police and City of Coronado will be regulating these anchorage areas over the Independence Day holiday weekend.