15 years of local tradition
Big Bang on the Bay has been a shared waterfront celebration for Long Beach families for over a decade.
190 N. Marina Drive, Long Beach, CA • 562.493.1100 • Comment Deadline: April 9, 2026
California Coastal Commission Appeal — File No. 5-25-0002-A1-EDD
Save Big Bang on the Bay
Long Beach’s July 4th fireworks tradition is at risk during America’s 250th anniversary year. Add your signature now so the community voice is clear before the hearing.
15
Years
$2M+
For nonprofits
125K+
Annual attendees
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signatures — goal: 5,000 by April 9th
Why It Matters
Key reasons to approve this appeal
$2M+ for local nonprofits
Event proceeds have funded youth programs and community organizations that rely on annual support.
Environmental oversight is active
Monitoring and interagency coordination have been part of the event process to protect coastal resources.
No practical replacement today
Current drone options remain constrained by cost, access limits, and local operational restrictions.
A once-in-a-generation 2026 moment
America's 250th anniversary is a singular opportunity for Long Beach to celebrate responsibly and together.
Hearing Details
Comment Deadline
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Hearing Date
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Reference
Appeal No. 5-25-0002-A1-EDD
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Ref: Appeal No. 5-25-0002-A1-EDD
15 Years of Big Bang on the Bay
A celebration Long Beach can’t afford to lose
Final Push
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Community Voices
What supporters are saying
Public comments from petition signers are shown as first name and last initial.
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I served in our military. Celebration of our great country was important to our forefathers. We should celebrate our country! With Fireworks!
Randy A.
Signed Jun 15, 2026
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Keep the tradition going - safe and fun for all!
Carissa G.
Signed Jun 9, 2026
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the best show on the water
erik C.
Signed Jun 7, 2026
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Band on the bay is our families favorite holiday tradition. It’s bring our communities together and brings joy to people of all ages.
Laura B.
Signed Jun 6, 2026
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My family comes down to Seal Beach every year to see the Big Bang Fireworks Display. This will be very disappointing if this is canceled. This is a tradition for our family and many other families that we know here. This...
Brian K.
Signed Jun 5, 2026
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It’s the best 4th of July celebration and it’s Americas 250th Birthday. There is no reason why we should not be celebrating this and it would not be very American of Long Beach.
Ryan R.
Signed Jun 2, 2026
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I have been in Sea Beach for 11 years and every year this has brought our entire community together and it is the biggest day to spend time with family and friends and celebrate our independence Day to end. This would be...
Heather M.
Signed Jun 2, 2026
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On the 250th Anniversary......really?
Mike B.
Signed Jun 1, 2026
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It's been a family tradition for years & a chance to see old neighbors!!! Why is the Queen Mary allowed fireworks 🎆??? Don't they pollute water too?
Claudeen F.
Signed Jun 1, 2026