Old Chico Canyon Rd
Chico, CA

Summer is in full swing as we’ve reached the midway point of the year in Butte County! The “dog days” tend to creep up a bit sooner in the area thanks to our warmer climate, but that shouldn’t suggest that July is lazy days only. On the contrary—even as the thermometer rises, there's a wide range of activities for everyone to enjoy.

Oroville

Oroville, California, United States

Independence Day in Butte County is a blast, and there’s nothing quite like celebrating the Fourth of July by watching the rockets’ red glare over the rolling hills. With several options across the county, you can find your perfect patriotic display! Catch fireworks shows in Oroville and Chico, plus a flag display and patriotic concert in Paradise!

Old Chico Canyon Rd
Chico, CA

Check out the swimming holes in Upper Bidwell Park for the best urban swimming holes in California! In Oroville, the Feather River and Lake Oroville are great for kayaking, paddling, boating, and swimming the day away.

930 Garden Dr
Oroville, CA

If you prefer to explore after sunset, you can still experience the great outdoors without having to sweat it out under the summer sun with a couple of full moon adventures on July 21, 2024. Kayak under the full moon at the Forebay Aquatic Center in Oroville from 7:30pm-10:30pm. Hike under the full moon in Upper Bidwell Park in Chico from 9pm-10pm.

121 W 3rd St
Chico, CA

Butte County has no shortage of ice cream, gelato, and frozen yogurt establishments where you can find a creamy dessert any time. And with National Ice Cream Day landing on the 3rd Sunday in July, what better way to celebrate than by giving one of these locations a visit? Just a few of our favorites include Sweet Chico Confections, La Flor De Michoacán, and Unicone.

Chico

Chico, California, United States

Slice of Chico is a celebration of summer and all things downtown! Participating businesses offer special deals throughout the day that visitors are encouraged to check out! Free sliced watermelon is offered to cool off passing family and friends during their shopping spree on July 13, 2024.