Get ready for all things red, white, and blue because America’s birthday is rapidly approaching. If you haven’t experienced Independence Day on the water before – you’re in for a huge treat! This 4th of July, spend an incredible night aboard a City Cruises yacht and watch the fireworks in style for summer’s biggest celebration in Long Beach. Get your whole crew together, avoid the long lines and crowds, and watch the fireworks in comfort from climate-controlled interior spaces and open-air rooftop decks. Enjoy a delicious dinner buffet, refreshing summer cocktails, and top-notch service, surrounded by gorgeous Long Beach, California views. 

 

It’s a Party in the USA 2024 

The 4th of July in America means most people have the day off and want to celebrate. For many of us, it’s an excuse to kick back, have a few drinks, and enjoy the warmth of summer before ending the night by enjoying fireworks displays. There is no better way to celebrate America’s birthday than aboard a Premier Long Beach 4th of July Fireworks Dinner Cruise. Enjoy an elegant evening celebrating on the Long Beach Harbor. Indulge in the summer’s biggest birthday party with delicious summer cocktails, plated, chef-prepared menus, attentive and friendly service, and front-row seats for the fireworks. The DJ will set the mood while you soak in the skyline from intimate, comfortable interior spaces, or breezy rooftop decks. This is your excuse to dress up in your patriotic semi-formal attire and come prepared to party. Book a window table for the best views and customize your experience with additional upgrades. Grab a drink and delight in awe-inspiring sights like the waterfront Aquarium as you kick off summer in an epic way. You and the crew will be in for a memorable night. Don’t forget to capture the star-spangled show as your backdrop and tag us on Instagram! 

 

Freedom and Fireworks this 4th of July in Long Beach  

We all know that we celebrate this holiday each year to commemorate the Declaration of Independence, signed July 4, 1776, by the Second Continental Congress. It was at this time that America declared its freedom from Great Britain and thus the birth of the United States of America, an independent nation. While many may know the story of that historical event, here are some fun facts about the United States that may surprise you. 

• Only two men actually signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, Charles Thompson and John Hancock. The other 54 signatures were collected over the next month. 
• Richard Stockton later recanted his signature after being captured by the British and was thrown in jail. A lawyer from New Jersey, Mr. Stockton was released to find all his property later destroyed or stolen by the British. 
• According to the United States Census Bureau, only about 2.5 million people were living in America in 1776. Today, there are over 333 million. 
• According to the U.S. Flag Code, you are in violation if you sell or display any article of merchandise upon which shall have printed, painted, attached, or otherwise placed a representation of the flag to advertise, call attention to, decorate, mark, or distinguish the article or substance on which it is placed. Luckily this violation isn’t enforceable as everyone dawns their best patriotic gear on July 4th! 
• July 4th was not officially made a federal holiday until 1870, nearly 100 years after the nation was founded. 
• Although we celebrate on the 4th of July each year, the date isn’t exactly accurate. The official vote actually took place two days prior then published on the 4th. 
• It is estimated that Americans will eat 150 million hot dogs over the 4th of July weekend! 
• There’s a secret message written on the back of the Declaration of Independence. No one knows who wrote the message, but it was believed to have been added during the Revolutionary War, and it says “Original Declaration of Independence dated 4th July 1776.” 
• Can you guess the average age of the signers? Benjamin Franklin was the eldest at 70 years old, and the two youngest signers were only 26: Thomas Lynch Jr. and Edward Rutledge. 
• More than 1 billion dollars are spent on fireworks each year. Only about 10 percent of fireworks displays are done professionally. 

Book Your 4th of July Cruise Now in Long Beach 

This year when celebrating the birth of the United States, fill your unforgettable evening with exceptional food, award-winning service, and spectacular views – all from the water in Long Beach. Ditch the long lines, traffic, and cramped spaces and get on board a unique floating vessel to put some spark into the festivities in 2024.  City Cruises Long Beach can’t wait to welcome you aboard and create lifelong treasured memories. 

 

*City Cruises is not associated with the fireworks show and cannot guarantee the show will occur, nor the timing/length of the show.