Plan Ahead and pick your place to view fireworks on the 4th!
Los Angeles
Dodger Stadium – Dodgers vs. D-Backs at 6:10 p.m. A fireworks display will follow the game.
Dodger Stadium, 1000 Vin Scully Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012
Exposition Park – 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Live music, rides, fun booth, food and a fireworks show finale.
Exposition Park, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA
Grand Park 4th of July Block Party – 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Grand Park and The Music Center will be celebrating together with tasty food, terrific music and an incredible fireworks show at 9 p.m. Grand Park’s fireworks show is considered to be the largest rooftop fireworks display Los Angeles has to offer.
Grand Park. 200 N Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012
Hollywood Bowl – Three-time Grammy®-winning a cappella group Pentatonix.
Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90068
Studio City – Savor a gourmet dinner and delicious bites from local restaurants while sipping cocktails, wine and beer and watching grand fireworks. VIP Tickets $125.
CBS Studio Center, 4024 Radford Ave, Studio City, CA (enter Colfax Gate)
Westside
Culver City – Gates will open at 4pm, and fireworks will be held at dusk. In addition to the fireworks, carnival games, live music by the cover band Rebel Rebel, a raffle with prizes and plenty of food trucks will be on hand for those in attendance. Entry fee: $5 per person, but kids can get in free. Parking is $10.
West L.A. College, 9000 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA 90230 www.culvercityfireworksshow.com
Malibu – Fireworks will be shot from barges off the coast between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Plan ahead for parking.
Marina Del Rey – The firework show starts at 9:00 p.m. over the Main Channel. The pyrotechnic display will be choreographed to music that will be broadcast over KXLU-FM 88.9 and relayed over loudspeakers.
Burton Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA
Pacific Palisades – Two stages of live music, food trucks, kids games, face painting, and a 25-minute fireworks display. Tickets are $10 and proceeds benefit local organizations.
Palisades Charter High School baseball field, 15777 Bowdoin St, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Eastside
Eagle Rock – Sunday July 2, Free musical entertainment by the Spazmatics, a moonbounce, community booths, and food. Concert begins at 5 pm with fireworks at sunset. BBQ grills, alcohol, pets, canopies, umbrellas, and glass bottles are not permitted.
Eagle Rock Park, 1100 Eagle Vista Drive, Eagle Rock, CA
Whittier – Fireworks Spectacular, 9 p.m. Gates open 5:00 p.m. with live music, inflatables, food vendors. $5 per adult, kids free. More information at 562-567-9430.
York Field, 9110 Santa Fe Springs Road.
South Bay
El Segundo – Fourth of July celebration will take place beginning at 10 a.m. There will be food, games, contests and music. Other festivities include: water-balloon toss, pie-eating contest, and watermelon-eating contest. Live music from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and the fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. To buy wristbands for reserved seating, call 310.524.2700.
Recreation Park, 401 E. Sheldon St. El Segundo, CA 90245
Gardena – The city of Gardena will hold its celebration from 5-10 p.m. Fireworks show starts at dusk. Food trucks arrive at 5 p.m. Personal fireworks will not be allowed. No pets. Call 310-217-9537 for more information.
Rowley Park, 13220 S. Van Ness Ave. Gardena, CA
Redondo Beach – The Redondo Beach Independence Day Celebration at Seaside Lagoon starts at 2:00 p.m. with many activities for kids and families including live bands, arts/crafts, workshops, water activities, dancing, food & beverage and more! A fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. and will be choreographed to patriotic music.
Seaside Lagoon, 200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Torrance – A fireworks show will take place at the Toyota Sports Complex. Unfortunately, tickets for the Torrance Sports Complex are sold out. All other viewing areas will be first come, first serve. Street closures nearby will begin at 5:00 p.m.; please plan accordingly. Call 310.618.2930 for any questions.
Toyota Sports Complex, 555 Maple Ave. Torrance, CA 90503
South LA County
Cerritos – Includes rides, entertainment and a bell ringing ceremony. The evening will culminate with a fireworks show at Cerritos High School at 9:00 p.m. Please bring chairs and blankets for seating in designated areas.
Cerritos Civic Center, 18125 Bloomfield Ave. Cerritos, CA. Event flyer here.
Long Beach – Watch the Long Beach fireworks from aboard the Queen Mary, where you’ll be able to scope out concerts, family-friendly activities alongside patriotic-themed events. The evening includes live entertainment—including a performance by the Pointer Sisters—historic tours and a patriotic film screening.
Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90802
San Pedro – The FREE celebration features music, family activities, food trucks, and a spectacular firework show at 9:00 p. m. on Cabrillo Beach.
Cabrillo Beach, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr. San Pedro, CA
San Gabriel Valley
Baldwin Park – Free fun zone for younger visitors 5-8:30 p.m., music by Queen Nation at 6:45 p.m., city announcements at 7:45 p.m., Queen Nation returns at 8:15 p.m., and fireworks at 9:15 p.m. Admission is free. Food vendors, carnival-style rides, and strolling entertainment.
Sierra Vista High School Athletic Field, 3600 Frazier Ave. www.baldwinpark.com
Claremont – Concert with the Ravelers, 6:45-8:45 p.m., fireworks at 9 p.m., Strehle Track, Pomona College, North Mills Avenue. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance, may be purchased in advance at several local vendors, $12 at the gate, free for children 3 and younger. 909.399.5460 or www.claremont4th.org
Diamond Bar – Concert by Stone Soul at 5:00 p.m. and fireworks at 9:00 p.m. Free parking and admission. Bring blankets and/or low beach chairs for lawn-seating in baseball field, picnic or purchase from local vendors. Diamond Bar High School, 21400 Pathfinder Road. 909.839.7070 or www.ci.diamond-bar.ca.us
Irwindale – Noon-9:00 p.m. Recreational swimming, food booths, arts and crafts vendors. Music by JC and The Randomz from noon-3:00 p.m., Tavanna’s Wicky Wacky Wahines perform at 4:30 p.m., mayor’s welcome 5:45 p.m., music by Suave 6:00 -9:00 p.m., fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
Irwindale Park, 16053 Calle de Paseo, Irwindale, CA http://www.ci.irwindale.ca.us/documentcenter/view/861
La Crescenta – The evening, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. will feature live music, rides, food trucks, inflatables, and a fireworks show. Cost is $10 at the gate. Children ages 7 and under are free.
Crescenta Valley High School, 4343 La Crescenta Ave, La Crescenta, CA
Pasadena – Hosted at the Rose Bowl Stadium from 2:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., AmericaFest will feature live music performances, special salutes to causes both nearby and national, food available for purchase and, for the finale, a fireworks show. General Admission $15.
Rose Bowl Stadium, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena, CA
Pico Rivera – Join the city of Pico Rivera in celebrating America’s freedom with a fun-filled evening of events, including inflatable amusements, live music, and fireworks! Beginning at 5 p.m., the Spectacular will include live concerts featuring Bumptown taking the stage at 5:30 p.m. and Knyght Ryder at 7:30 p.m. The evening will conclude with a fireworks show at 9 p.m. Make sure to bring your own lawn chairs or blanket to enjoy the show! The event is free.www.pico-rivera.org
Don Memorial Stadium, 6501 Passons Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA
Pomona – The Fairplex will host monster trucks and culminate with a spectacular fireworks show.
Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA
Rosemead – Parade (with bands, horses, cars and floats) begins at 10 a.m. at Muscatel Avenue and Valley Boulevard and ends at Rosemead Park. Carnival begins at noon in the park with rides and food vendors. Live entertainment begins at 4 p.m., opening ceremonies start at 5 p.m., fireworks at dusk. 626-569-2160.
Rosemead Park, 4343 Encinita Ave. Rosemead, CA
San Marino – “Stars and Stripes Forever” fireworks begin 9:00 p.m. Wristbands required for entry, available for $5 presale at City Hall, Crowell Library, and Parks and Recreation (1560 Pasqualito Drive). Need to bring proof of San Marino residency, those 2 and younger are free. Wristband purchase for non-residents and day of event is $15.
Lacy Park, 1485 Virginia Road, San Marino, CA
Santa Fe Springs – Activities begin at 8 a.m. Monday, July 3, with registration for horseshoe tournament. Festivities begin at 3 p.m. with food vendors, Pinewood Derby races, family games, wading pool, dunk tank and cool zone. Music by Soto, 7-9 p.m. Fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
Los Nietos Park, 11143 Charlesworth Rd. Santa Fe Springs, CA Information: 562-863-4896.
South El Monte – Festivities at South El Monte High School from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Fireworks show starts at 9:00 pm.m and may be seen from New Temple Park.
New Temple Park,1450 Lidcombe Ave. South El Monte, CA Event flyer here
Walnut – Includes patriotic pooch parade at 5:30 p.m. (sign ups open at 5 p.m.), live music from Young Guns, face painting, pie-eating contest, food trucks, 9:00 p.m. fireworks. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, picnics. Best places to see fireworks are:
- Suzanne Park, 625 Suzanne Road
- Suzanne Middle School Soccer Fields
- Walnut High School
West Covina – Festivities begin at 8:00 a.m. with a pancake breakfast at Hurst Ranch. Family Fun Zone with food, music and raffles begin at 1:00 p.m. Fireworks show at 9:00 p.m.
Edgewood High School, 1625 W Durness St. West Covina, CA
Ventura County
Oxnard – Fireworks show starts at 9:00 p.m. and may be seen throughout the Channel Islands Harbor area.
Harbor View Park – near 3600 Harbor Blvd. Oxnard, CA 93035
Simi Valley – Gates open at noon and admission is free. Features live music, kid’s activities, crafts and food vendors and more. Fireworks at 9:00 p.m. $20 carnival wristbands available each day for unlimited rides.
Rancho Santa Susana Park, 5005 E Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93063
Thousand Oaks – Fireworks display takes place on the hill behind the Hillcrest Center of the Arts in Thousand Oaks. Fireworks start at 9:00 p.m., with a great view from the Janss Marketplace and The Oaks mall parking lots and surrounding areas! Patriotic music will be simulcast on KNJR 107.9 (new station) from 7:00 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Ventura – A spectacular fireworks show, live music, food vendors and a Kids Fun Zone. Gates open at 5 p.m. A fireworks show begins at approximately 9 p.m. You may bring picnic items, including blankets, soft folding chairs, coolers and food. Tickets available here. Small umbrellas are allowed, however pop-ups and large umbrellas are not allowed. No glass, alcohol or pets.
Ventura College Athletic Fields, 4667 Telegraph Road, Ventura, CA
Westlake Village – The celebration starts at 6:00 p.m., followed by fireworks viewing at 9:00 p.m. Bring blankets, chairs and dinner, or purchase from food trucks on site. No pets, grills, alcohol, tents or tailgating allowed.
Calvary Community Church, 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village, CA
Orange County
Aliso Viejo – The Aliso Viejo Community Association hosts a Fourth of July celebration and fireworks show from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Grand Park. The Skinny Little Twits will perform, there will be arts and crafts and other kids activities.
Grand Park, 6101 City Lights Dr, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Anaheim – Now you can have your theme park and your Fourth of July fun at the same time. Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park will present fireworks shows 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 1, Sunday, July 2, and Tuesday, July 4.
Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA
Anaheim – Food booths will be open from 3:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. at Peralta Park where continuous entertainment is planned from 5:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. The spectacular fireworks show begins at 9:00 p.m.
Peralta Park, 115 N Pinney Dr, Anaheim, CA 92807
Costa Mesa – 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Pacific Symphony’s Symphonic Springsteen Concert
Celebrate the Fourth with this high-energy tribute to “The Boss,”. The concert will close with a brilliant fireworks finale.
Pacific Amphitheatre at OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 92626
Dana Point – Sunset cruise aboard the R/V Sea Explorer for an unbeatable view of the fireworks while enjoying beer, wine, and light snacks. Area parking is highly impacted; please plan accordingly! The Ocean Institute will not be providing a shuttle after the cruise ends.
Hours 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Cruise not recommended for anyone under 4 years of age Tickets $65 for adults and $45 for kids
Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
Dana Point – Fireworks extravaganza launched from the barge off shore. Synchronized to music playing on KSBR 88.5 FM. Free shuttle service from Dana Hills High School
Dana Point Harbor, 34485 Golden Lantern Dana Point, CA 92629
Fullerton – Live music by Soundbytes and additional entertainment. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. and last for approximately 20 minutes. 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Admission free.
Irvine – Festival featuring live music, activities for kids, a raffle with prizes and a fireworks show at the Irvine High School. Food will be available for purchase. Gates open at 3:00 p.m. and the fireworks display starts at 9:00 p.m. Adults: $15; kids and seniors: $10.
Irvine High School Football Stadium, 4321 Walnut Ave. Irvine
La Habra – Live bands, raffles, carnival games, inflatable play places, balloon art, face paint and a fireworks finale will be held. Pre-sale tickets in the form of a wristband are already on sale.
La Habra High School, 801 Highlander Ave, La Habra, CA 90631
Laguna Beach – The city fireworks show will originate from Monument Point at Heisler Park. For this reason, the Monument Point area will be closed all day on the 4th of July. Beginning at approximately 12:00 p.m., the area of Heisler Park from the Rock Bench at Myrtle Street to the Rockpile Beach stairs at Jasmine Street will be closed to the public to allow for fireworks preparation. The City fireworks show will begin at approximately 9:00 p.m.
Los Alamitos – Food court, booths and more. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets as there are no bleacher seats this year. Fireworks show begin at 9:00 p.m.
Joint Forces Training Base, 11206 Lexington Dr, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Newport Dunes – A fireworks extravaganza at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort caps the day’s activities at 9:00 p.m. Newport Beach residents can walk in for free.
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, 1131 Back Bay Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Santa Ana – celebration begins at 4:00 p.m. with live music, a play area for kids, food, a history walk and much more at Centennial Park. The fireworks display will begin at 9 p.m. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Information: 714-571-4227 or ci.santa-ana.ca.us
Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave. Santa Ana, CA
Tustin – Pack a picnic or purchase food and drinks from the school’s booster club. Bring along some non-perishable food items for Operation Warm Wishes to donate to homeless and disadvantaged veterans Live music begins at 6:30 p.m. and the fireworks display will be at 9 p.m. Information: 714-573-3326.
Tustin High School Football Field, 1171 E Camino Real, Tustin, CA
Yorba Linda – Event kicks off at 5:30 p.m. with family activities, food vendors and a children’s area at Veterans Park and Yorba Linda Middle School. The city’s 50th anniversary will also be commemorated. The fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. The event is free. Information: 714-961-7160.
Veterans Park, 4756 Valley View Ave. Yorba Linda, CA