4:50 P.M. 7/5/25 UPDATE: 7 injured, 4 transported to local hospitals, 1 in critical condition, 2 others drove themselves, 1 refused medical transport

7/7/25 UPDATE: Man lost fingers, was burned, still in critical condition Sunday

By Acting Lt. Whitaker #6155, Antioch Police Department Investigations Bureau

On July 5, at approximately 12:18 a.m., the Antioch Police Department dispatch center received multiple calls reporting an explosion on the 2200 block of Spanos Street. When officers arrived on the scene, they discovered the aftermath of an explosion caused by fireworks.

Antioch PD officers, ConFire, and AMR provided medical aid and triaged the patients. Several victims had already left the scene before the first responders’ arrival and were treated at local hospitals. Antioch PD is working to find and speak with all individuals involved regarding this incident.

4:50 P.M. UPDATE: Whitaker later shared, “A total of seven were injured, four of them were transported from the scene, one refused medical transport. Two self-transported to local hospitals. As of 4:00 AM one man was in critical condition. An update on his condition is expected from detectives, shortly.”

This is an unfortunate accident, and our thoughts are with the family and all those affected during this difficult time. We ask for patience and privacy for the families as the investigation continues.

The Antioch Police Department’s Investigations Bureau, consisting of Crime Scene Investigators and detectives with the Violent Crimes Unit responded to take over the investigation. This is an active investigation, and no further information will be released at this time.

Any tips or other information can be directed to Antioch Police Detective Shaffer at (925) 481-8604 or by email at cshaffer@antiochca.gov.

According to PulsePoint as of 10:57 PM July 4th Con Fire had responded to 14 fires in Antioch with one still active at the time Friday night.

7/7/25 UPDATE: According to Lt. Whitaker, the man lost fingers, was burned, and still in critical condition on Sunday. But no names of the victims have been released as it’s still an active investigation..

Please check back later for any updates.

Allen D. Payton contributed to this report.

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We are closed July 4th but visit our booth that day in the alley on the W. 3rd Street side for funnel cakes and deep fried oreos! The 4 Seasonings Steakhouse is located at 304 G Street in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown. For menu, reservations, hours of operation and more visit www.the4seasonings.com.

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Best seats for view of the Antioch fireworks show over the river!

Got no 4th of July plans?

Head to #monicasriverview Monica’s Riverview for a star-spangled night of food, music, and fireworks!
Brunch and lunch in the Dining Room until 5pm.

Cuco’s Tacos outside on the water 4-9pm.

Bar Open All Day. Plus, Pour Up Wine Bar.

Entertainment by DJ AP – Anthony Perez 1-5pm, DJ AG Beats 5-9pm.

Fireworks show expected about 9:30pm.

Adults $10 (includes beverage ticket), Children $5

Monica’s Riverview is located at 1 I (Eye) Street on the pier in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown. See their complete menu at www.visitmonicas.com.

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See for free Ariel “Sade of the Bay” Marin Band and The Purple Ones Prince Tribute band

Enjoy live musical performances by two Bay Area bands for free, on the stage in Waldie Plaza, during this year’s Antioch Independence Day Celebration this Friday, July 4th in historic, downtown Rivertown. Following the parade at 4:00 p.m. Ariel Marin Band will perform at 5:00 p.m. followed by The Purple Ones – The Insatiable Tribute to Prince.

Ariel Marin Band

Performance Time: 5:00pm-6:30pm on Waldie Stage

Also known as Sade of the Bay, the Ariel Marin Band is an award-winning multi-genre band featuring 5-octave powerhouse Ariel Marin and multi-platinum (MC Hammer) producer James “Jae-E” Earley. They play it all from Fleetwood Mac to Motown, Sade to 80’s hits, Journey to Lynyrd Skynrd, and your favorite classics! Funk, Rock, Pop, Folk, Country, R&B, Motown, Soul, they do it all. They are known for their incredible SADE tribute concert, popular Sha’Motown epic Motown tribute, and Funkin’ Fantastic.

For more information visit www.arielmarinmusic.com.

The Purple Ones – The Insatiable Tribute to Prince

Performance Time: 7:15pm-9:15pm on Waldie Stage

Since 2012, Oakland California’s The Purple Ones treat the music and patented vibe of Prince’s legacy with the utmost respect. The musical dexterity of The Purple Ones – with 10-12 pieces on stage (including a 3-4 piece horn section and 3 vocalists that trade off lead vocals) – delivers their own spin on Prince’s (and other Prince related artists such as The Revolution, The New Power Generation, Sheila E., Morris Day & The Time and the general Minneapolis Sound) live onstage, as this funk machine, dance party has to be experienced to be believed!

The Purple Ones is a group of world-class musicians that carries out the Purple Legacy of the MUSIC. TPO brings the energy to the audience with the electricity Prince brought on his iconic live shows, something that no other Prince tribute out there can do. No karaoke studio arrangements here! TPO is NOT a typical tribute band. There is no impersonator or look- a-like, nor do they dress up in goofy costumes or wigs.

For more information visit https://purpleones.com.

Waldie Plaza is located between W. 2nd Street across from City Hall, I (Eye) Street and the river.

Thank you to your July 4th Sponsors: All Phase Brokers, Republic Services, Ironworkers Family Health and Marathon Health.

For more information about Antioch’s July 4th Celebration events and activities, including the parade details and fireworks over the river, click here.

In historic, downtown Rivertown; fireworks show over the river!

Join the City of Antioch in celebrating Independence Day in our historic downtown Rivertown on Friday, July 4th. Visit Waldie Plaza to experience live entertainment and enjoy local restaurants, food vendors and trucks. Have an exciting time with friends and family during the parade, in the Kids & Family Zone and the Dunk Tank fundraiser located at City Hall, before picking your spot to see the big fireworks show over the river.

Parade Route

The parade will begin on July 4, 2025, at the intersection of W. 2nd and E Streets in Antioch’s historic, downtown Rivertown at 4:00 PM. The Judge’s Station will be located at the center of Waldie Plaza. A second parade performance stop will be on W. 3rd Street next to City Hall. We will finish the parade on W. 3rd Street at the corner of D Street.

Celebration Site

The main celebration site will take place in Waldie Plaza and the parking lot of City Hall, encompassing W. 2nd to W 3rd Streets and G to I (“eye”) Streets. There are many occurrences within the celebration site including a live entertainment stage, local vendors, food trucks, Family Zone, DJ stage and much more.

Schedule of Events

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM    Parade

4:00 PM – 9:00 PM    Kids/Family Zone

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM    Dunk Tank Fundraiser – Kids Zone

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM    Live Entertainment | Ariel Marin

5:00PM – 9:00 PM     Kids Zone Stage | DJ Melly Mel

7:00 PM                      Announcement of Parade Winners

7:15 PM – 9:15 PM    Live Entertainment | The Purple Ones – The Insatiable Tribute to Prince

9:20 PM – 9:40 PM    Fireworks Show

Thank you to our sponsors:

For more details and information visit www.antiochca.gov/fourth-of-july-celebration.