Newport Beach Independence Day on the Back Bay

"The Bangles" are the featured band for the July 4^th 2-day Celebration held at the Dunes Park in Newport Beach.  The Newport Dunes gates open at 7 a.m. on the Fourth of July, the Beer Gardens open at 11 a.m. and the bands start playing at 11:15 and continue all day with The Bangles on stage at 7:15 p.m.  The Star-Spangled Fireworks display begins at 9:00 p.m.  Walk-in admission to the Dunes Park to enjoy the fireworks is free.  Admission to the concert area is $20 per person for walk-ins.  Parking is $60 per car and includes free admission for all occupants to the concert area.  If you plan to park, get there early to snag a parking place!

The celebration continues on July 5^th with the Beer Gardens open at 3 p.m. with tribute bands on stage at 5 and 7, and a food truck competition throughout the afternoon.

A few rooms are still available at the Newport Channel Inn.  To reserve your room, call the Inn at 949 642-3030 or book online at www.newportchannelinn.com.