Richmond community celebrates 4th of July a night early

RICHMOND, Calif. (KGO) -- Most folks around the Bay Area will celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, but for one city Fourth of July eve is when all the action happens.

Families gathered at The Craneway Pavilion in Richmond to enjoy live music and outside got to see a fireworks display.

Festivities will continue on July 4 in Alameda with a massive parade. People set out their chairs along the parade route Friday night.

For the full list of Bay Area fireworks shows and events where you live, click here.