Fog and Crowds Disrupt San Francisco's Iconic Fireworks Display

WHO:

SFGATE - Mayor Daniel Lurie’s office aimed to draw more visitors to San Francisco.

SFGATE - Thousands of people gathered to watch the fireworks display.

WHAT:

SFGATE - San Francisco's Fourth of July fireworks display was disrupted by fog and heavy traffic.

SFGATE - The fireworks show was only the third of its kind to launch from the Golden Gate Bridge in 90 years.

SFGATE - The fireworks display reportedly lasted 15 minutes.

SFGATE - City officials reported significant delays for special Muni shuttles due to unprecedented crowds and traffic.

WHERE:

SFGATE - The fireworks display was set to launch from the Golden Gate Bridge.

SFGATE - Major roads, freeway ramps, and public parking lots were shut down, including Fisherman’s Wharf, a portion of the Embarcadero, and the Presidio.

SFGATE - Crowds gathered at Crissy Field and Pier 39 to view the fireworks.

WHEN:

SFGATE - The fireworks display was scheduled for 9:30 p.m. on July 4, 2026.

WHY:

SFGATE - The event was part of the celebration for America’s 250th birthday and aimed to break tourism records in 2026.

HOW:

SFGATE - The city implemented road closures and special Muni shuttles to manage the crowds for the event.

(UPDATED July 6, 2026 06:25 UTC)

San Francisco's Fourth of July fireworks display, set to launch from the Golden Gate Bridge, was disrupted by fog and heavy traffic, despite thousands gathering at locations like Crissy Field and Pier 39 to enjoy the show. The event, part of the celebration for America’s 250th birthday and aimed at breaking tourism records in 2026, was only the third fireworks display of its kind from the bridge in 90 years and lasted 15 minutes. City officials reported significant delays for special Muni shuttles due to unprecedented crowds and traffic, with major roads and parking lots shut down to accommodate the influx of visitors.