4th of July AmericaFest at the Rose Bowl
One of the largest fireworks displays in Southern California with music and food vendors in the nearby Arroyo.
When: July 4th, food court opens at 2 pm; stadium opens at 6 pm, Drum and Bugle performances begin at 7, Fireworks at 9:05 pm.
Where: The Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena
Cost: $13 General Admission, Kids 7 and under free, Active Military with ID Free, advance tickets on sale in May through www.ticketmaster.com. At the gate about a week before the event. Cash only at the stadium.
Palisades Americanism Parade
Old fashioned Independence Day Parade followed by entertainment and a fireworks display.
When: July 4th, Skydivers 1:50 pm, 2:00 parade, 6:30 pm entertainment, 9 pm fireworks
Where: Parade on Sunset Blvd. in Pacific Palisades between via de la Paz and Drummond St., Entertainment and fireworks at Palisades Charter High School.
Cost: Parade Free, Concert $2
Info: www.palisadesparade.org
July 4th Fireworks at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
This free 60 minute fireworks show launched from near the LA Memorial Coliseum is not actually in the Coliseum, but can be viewed from areas around Exposition Park including from Christmas Tree Lane or from the south lawn. Bring blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy the show.
When: July 4, ~8:45 pm (dusk)
Where: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, 3911 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA
Cost: FREE
Parking: available at 39th and Figueroa St.; Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and Hoover St.; also at the USC Campus
Info: www.lacoliseumlive.com
July 4th Baseball and Fireworks at Dodger Stadium
The Los Angeles Dodgers game against the New York Mets will be followed by a fireworks spectacle.
When: July 4, 6:10 pm
Where: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
Cost: $14.75-$160, check Goldstar.com for discount tickets
Parking: $15 General Parking Information
Info:http://losangeles.dodgers.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=la
Mr. & Mrs. Muscle Beach, Venice Beach
Body building pageant on the beach.
When: July 4th, 9 am to 5 pm, registration 7:30-9:30 am, pre-judging 10 am, finals 1 pm
Where: Venice Recreation Center, 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Beach
Cost: Free to watch, $80 to compete
Info: http://musclebeachvenice.com,
Annual Vision Outside 4th of July Jazz and Blues Festival in Leimert Park
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Vision Theatre in Leimert Park with jazz and blues, children’s arts and crafts, face painting, delicious food, and free watermelon.
When: July 4, 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Vision Theatre back lot, 3341 W. 43rd Pl., Los Angeles
Cost: Free
www.culturela.org
4th of July BBQ at the Aquarium of the Pacific
Enjoy the Aquarium at night and get a fish-eye view of the Queen Mary fireworks. Combo tickets include admission to the aquarium plus an Independence Day B-B-Q buffet with home-style grilled entrees and decadent deserts.
When: July 4, 5:00 - 10:00 pm Dinner 6 - 8 pm, Aquarium opens at 9 am
Where: Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, 320 Golden Shore, Long Beach
Cost: Aquarium Admission is $12.95 for everyone after 5 pm. Regular admission is $24.95 Adult, $12.95 child 3-11, $21.95 seniors, Aquarium plus dinner $35 Adult, $27 Child. Advance reservations required for dinner.
www.aquariumofpacific.org
More: Aquarium of the Pacific Visitors Guide
Queen Mary BBQ, Brews and Red, White & Blues
The Queen Mary Independence Day celebration will be an old-fashioned BBQ with Carolina, Texas, Kansas City and St. Louis BBQ represented as well as corn-on-the-cob, baked beans, funnel cake and other non-barbecue favorites. There will be 2 stages of live music, strolling entertainers and a children's area, culminating in the spectacular 4th of July fireworks show. Special hotel rates are available.
When: July 3-4 11 am to 9 pm, Fireworks on the 4th at 9:00 pm (DJ on the back of the ship from 7 pm - 11 pm)
Where: The Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, CA 90802
Cost: $24.95 Adult, $12.95 children 5-11, $21.95 military/seniors, tickets at the box office or online, check Goldstar.com for discount tickets.
Parking: $15
Info: www.queenmary.com
More: Queen Mary Visitors Guide, Queen Mary Nightlife Guide, Queen Mary Restaurant Guide
Long Beach Kids' July 4th Bike Parade
Children and adults are encouraged to decorate their bikes and themselves for this annual patriotic procession on wheels that takes place on the beach bike path in Long Beach. In addition to the bike parade, the event will include competitions for children 12 and younger, including a Patriotic Oratory Competition (advance submission required), watermelon seed spitting, and patriotic costume contest.
When: 9:15 registration to participate, 10 am parade, followed by competitions
Where: Granada Ave and the bike path, Long Beach, CA 90803
Cost: Free
Parking: Free parking in Granada Beach Lot for the event, metered street parking
Info: http://justinrudd.com/bikeparade.html
4th of July Celebration in San Pedro
Live music, U.S. military exhibits, tours of a Navy frigate, armed forces, and U.S. Coast Guard demonstrations, displays by the LA City Fire Department’s firefighting boat, and the Washington Artillery Reenactment group followed by fireworks.
When: July 4, 12:00 noon – 10:00 pm
Where: Cabrillo Beach, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San Pedro
Cost: Free
www.laparks.org
Soccer with Fireworks - LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FC
LA Galaxy will take on the Seattle Sounders FC on July 4th with post game fireworks at the Home Depot Center in Carson.
When: July 4th, 2011, 7:30 PM
Where: Home Depot Center, Carson CA
Cost: $20 and up, check Goldstar.com for discount tickets.
Parking: $15, Parking Info
Info: www.lagalaxy.com,
July 4th Fireworks, Marina Del Rey
Traditional fireworks extravaganza over the main channel in Marina del Rey programmed to patriotic music broadcast over FM radio KXLU, 88.9 and relayed over loudspeakers in Chase Park.
When: NO FIREWORKS FOR 2011
Where: Chase Park, 13650 Mindanao Way (1 block west of Admiralty Way), Marina del Rey. Also viewable from Fisherman's Village and Marina Beach
Cost: FREE
www.visitmarinadelrey.com
Annual San Fernando Valley Independence Day Celebration
A holiday celebration in the San Fernando Valley featuring music and other live entertainment, food, and fireworks. Take a swim in the 1.5-acre swim lake available for use during the day.
When: July 4, 10 am – 10:00 pm
Where: Hansen Dam Recreation Area, 11770 Foothill Blvd., Lake View Terrace
Cost: Free
www.laparks.org
Irwindale Speedway NASCAR Races and Fireworks Show
NASCAR K&N Pro West Series 200 Race followed by a fireworks show.
When: July 2, 2011 4 pm – 10 pm, Gates open at 4, Autograph sessions at 5:45, races start at 7 pm
Where:Toyota Speedway at Irwindale, 500 Speedway Drive, Irwindale, CA 91706
Cost: General Admission $15, Reserved $25, Senior $12, Children 12 and under free (free ticket required).
Info: www.toyotaspeedwayatirwindale.com
July 4th Fireworks Festival in Studio City
This is a fun-filled family festival featuring exhibits, music, food, fireworks, a children’s fun zone, and a business exposition in a back lot at CBS Studios.
When: July 4, 5:00 – 9:30 pm, gates open at 4:30 pm
Where: CBS Studio Center, 4024 Radford Ave., Studio City, Los Angeles
Cost: Adults $15 advance, $20 at the gate, Children 6-12 $8 advance, $10 at the gate, add $20 for rooftop viewing access or pay $100 for VIP tickets.
Parking: Free
Info: www.studiocitychamber.com
Annual Dennis P. Zine July 4th Extravaganza in Woodland Hills
Huge Fourth of July fireworks festival in the West Valley with food vendors, play zone, a free concert and fireworks show.
When: July 4, Concert 6:00 - 8:00 pm, fireworks to live music at 9:05 pm
Where: Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills
Cost: Free
Parking: $15 in any of the Warner Center structures between Topanga and Canoga or Califa and Oxnard
Info: www.valleycultural.org
4th of July Spectacular in Porter Ranch
The FREE festival and fireworks show at Shepherd of the Hills Church in Porter Ranch includes moon bounces and face painting for the children, an outdoor stage show as well as optional food purchases from over a dozen local food vendors; all capped off with a twenty-one minute aerial fireworks display.
When: July 4, 4:30 pm – 10 pm, Gates open at 4:30
Where: Shepherd of the Hills Church , 19700 Rinaldi Street, Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Cost: Free
Parking: Free
Info: www.theshepherd.org/events/4th-of-july-spectacular
Independence Day Celebration and Parade in Huntington Beach
The “largest and oldest parade of its kind west of the Mississippi,” a 5K run/walk, bands, clowns, celebrities, floats and fireworks on “Surf City’s” famous Main Street.
When: Parade July 4, Festival July 2, 3, 4
Where: Festival at Pier Plaza at Huntington Beach Pier, Parade runs along Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Clay Ave.
Cost: Free, reserved parade seating and fireworks seating is available for a fee.
Info: www.hb4thofjuly.org
City of Diamond Bar’s Annual 4th of July Blast
Spend the summer afternoon at the park with family, friends, and neighbors. Bring a picnic or enjoy a variety of concessions available. Kids’ crafts, face painting, and patriotic musical performances lead up to the fireworks display.
When: July 4, 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 pm, Fireworks start at 9
Where: Diamond Bar High School, 21400 Pathfinder Rd, Diamond Bar
Cost: Free
Parking: Free parking and shuttle from Caltrans Park & Ride on Pathfinder Road
www.cityofdiamondbar.com
Anaheim Hills 4th of July Festival & Parade
2011 Details TBA
This annual event held since 1978 in Peralta Park includes a parade, 5K/10K run/walk, pancake breakfast, dog show, food and game booths and entertainment capped by fireworks.
When: July 4, Race 6 am, Pancake breakfast 8-10:30 am, Dog Show 10:30 am, Parade 4 pm, Festival 12:30 to 8:45 pm, Fireworks 9 pm.
Where: Peralta Park & Canyon High School & Santa Ana Canyon Rd. 115 N. Pinney, Anaheim, CA 92807
Cost: Festival free, fees for race and pancake breakfast
Info: www.chccanaheim.com,
Old Glory Boat Parade
Decorated boats parade through Newport Harbor
When: July 4, 1-5 pm
Where: Newport Harbor/Balboa Island
Cost: Free
Info: www.balboa-island.net,
Dana Point 4th of July Fireworks Show
The City of Dana Point presents an aerial sky show, featuring a musical simulcast presented by radio station KSBR 88.5 FM. Arrive early to picnic over the Harbor on the cliffs of Blue Lantern Park or Heritage Park.
When: July 4, 9 pm, beach opens at 6 am
Where: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
Cost: Free
Info: www.danapoint.org,
Note: Fireworks are NOT permitted on the beach.
Fullerton Community Fireworks Show and Festival
An old-fashioned Fourth of July party, the festival features live entertainment, games for all ages, food booths and a special aerial fireworks display.
When: July 4, 5-9:30
Where: Fullerton High School Stadium, Lemon St. & Berkeley Ave. Fullerton, CA 92832
Cost: Free. Fee for some activities
Info: www.cityoffullerton.com,
Disney's Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky
A special 4th of July fireworks display over Disneyland set to music.
When: July 1-4, 9:30 pm
Where: Disneyland California
Cost: Regular Disneyland Admission applies
Info: www.Disneyland.com
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One of the largest fireworks displays in Southern California with music and food vendors in the nearby Arroyo.
When: July 4th, food court opens at 2 pm; stadium opens at 6 pm, Drum and Bugle performances begin at 7, Fireworks at 9:05 pm.
Where: The Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena
Cost: $13 General Admission, Kids 7 and under free, Active Military with ID Free, advance tickets on sale in May through www.ticketmaster.com. At the gate about a week before the event. Cash only at the stadium.
Palisades Americanism Parade
Old fashioned Independence Day Parade followed by entertainment and a fireworks display.
When: July 4th, Skydivers 1:50 pm, 2:00 parade, 6:30 pm entertainment, 9 pm fireworks
Where: Parade on Sunset Blvd. in Pacific Palisades between via de la Paz and Drummond St., Entertainment and fireworks at Palisades Charter High School.
Cost: Parade Free, Concert $2
Info: www.palisadesparade.org
July 4th Fireworks at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
This free 60 minute fireworks show launched from near the LA Memorial Coliseum is not actually in the Coliseum, but can be viewed from areas around Exposition Park including from Christmas Tree Lane or from the south lawn. Bring blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy the show.
When: July 4, ~8:45 pm (dusk)
Where: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, 3911 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA
Cost: FREE
Parking: available at 39th and Figueroa St.; Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and Hoover St.; also at the USC Campus
Info: www.lacoliseumlive.com
July 4th Baseball and Fireworks at Dodger Stadium
The Los Angeles Dodgers game against the New York Mets will be followed by a fireworks spectacle.
When: July 4, 6:10 pm
Where: Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, CA
Cost: $14.75-$160, check Goldstar.com for discount tickets
Parking: $15 General Parking Information
Info:http://losangeles.dodgers.mlb.com/index.jsp?c_id=la
Mr. & Mrs. Muscle Beach, Venice Beach
Body building pageant on the beach.
When: July 4th, 9 am to 5 pm, registration 7:30-9:30 am, pre-judging 10 am, finals 1 pm
Where: Venice Recreation Center, 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice Beach
Cost: Free to watch, $80 to compete
Info: http://musclebeachvenice.com,
Annual Vision Outside 4th of July Jazz and Blues Festival in Leimert Park
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Vision Theatre in Leimert Park with jazz and blues, children’s arts and crafts, face painting, delicious food, and free watermelon.
When: July 4, 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: Vision Theatre back lot, 3341 W. 43rd Pl., Los Angeles
Cost: Free
www.culturela.org
4th of July BBQ at the Aquarium of the Pacific
Enjoy the Aquarium at night and get a fish-eye view of the Queen Mary fireworks. Combo tickets include admission to the aquarium plus an Independence Day B-B-Q buffet with home-style grilled entrees and decadent deserts.
When: July 4, 5:00 - 10:00 pm Dinner 6 - 8 pm, Aquarium opens at 9 am
Where: Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, 320 Golden Shore, Long Beach
Cost: Aquarium Admission is $12.95 for everyone after 5 pm. Regular admission is $24.95 Adult, $12.95 child 3-11, $21.95 seniors, Aquarium plus dinner $35 Adult, $27 Child. Advance reservations required for dinner.
www.aquariumofpacific.org
More: Aquarium of the Pacific Visitors Guide
Queen Mary BBQ, Brews and Red, White & Blues
The Queen Mary Independence Day celebration will be an old-fashioned BBQ with Carolina, Texas, Kansas City and St. Louis BBQ represented as well as corn-on-the-cob, baked beans, funnel cake and other non-barbecue favorites. There will be 2 stages of live music, strolling entertainers and a children's area, culminating in the spectacular 4th of July fireworks show. Special hotel rates are available.
When: July 3-4 11 am to 9 pm, Fireworks on the 4th at 9:00 pm (DJ on the back of the ship from 7 pm - 11 pm)
Where: The Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, CA 90802
Cost: $24.95 Adult, $12.95 children 5-11, $21.95 military/seniors, tickets at the box office or online, check Goldstar.com for discount tickets.
Parking: $15
Info: www.queenmary.com
More: Queen Mary Visitors Guide, Queen Mary Nightlife Guide, Queen Mary Restaurant Guide
Long Beach Kids' July 4th Bike Parade
Children and adults are encouraged to decorate their bikes and themselves for this annual patriotic procession on wheels that takes place on the beach bike path in Long Beach. In addition to the bike parade, the event will include competitions for children 12 and younger, including a Patriotic Oratory Competition (advance submission required), watermelon seed spitting, and patriotic costume contest.
When: 9:15 registration to participate, 10 am parade, followed by competitions
Where: Granada Ave and the bike path, Long Beach, CA 90803
Cost: Free
Parking: Free parking in Granada Beach Lot for the event, metered street parking
Info: http://justinrudd.com/bikeparade.html
4th of July Celebration in San Pedro
Live music, U.S. military exhibits, tours of a Navy frigate, armed forces, and U.S. Coast Guard demonstrations, displays by the LA City Fire Department’s firefighting boat, and the Washington Artillery Reenactment group followed by fireworks.
When: July 4, 12:00 noon – 10:00 pm
Where: Cabrillo Beach, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San Pedro
Cost: Free
www.laparks.org
Soccer with Fireworks - LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FC
LA Galaxy will take on the Seattle Sounders FC on July 4th with post game fireworks at the Home Depot Center in Carson.
When: July 4th, 2011, 7:30 PM
Where: Home Depot Center, Carson CA
Cost: $20 and up, check Goldstar.com for discount tickets.
Parking: $15, Parking Info
Info: www.lagalaxy.com,
July 4th Fireworks, Marina Del Rey
Traditional fireworks extravaganza over the main channel in Marina del Rey programmed to patriotic music broadcast over FM radio KXLU, 88.9 and relayed over loudspeakers in Chase Park.
When: NO FIREWORKS FOR 2011
Where: Chase Park, 13650 Mindanao Way (1 block west of Admiralty Way), Marina del Rey. Also viewable from Fisherman's Village and Marina Beach
Cost: FREE
www.visitmarinadelrey.com
Annual San Fernando Valley Independence Day Celebration
A holiday celebration in the San Fernando Valley featuring music and other live entertainment, food, and fireworks. Take a swim in the 1.5-acre swim lake available for use during the day.
When: July 4, 10 am – 10:00 pm
Where: Hansen Dam Recreation Area, 11770 Foothill Blvd., Lake View Terrace
Cost: Free
www.laparks.org
Irwindale Speedway NASCAR Races and Fireworks Show
NASCAR K&N Pro West Series 200 Race followed by a fireworks show.
When: July 2, 2011 4 pm – 10 pm, Gates open at 4, Autograph sessions at 5:45, races start at 7 pm
Where:Toyota Speedway at Irwindale, 500 Speedway Drive, Irwindale, CA 91706
Cost: General Admission $15, Reserved $25, Senior $12, Children 12 and under free (free ticket required).
Info: www.toyotaspeedwayatirwindale.com
July 4th Fireworks Festival in Studio City
This is a fun-filled family festival featuring exhibits, music, food, fireworks, a children’s fun zone, and a business exposition in a back lot at CBS Studios.
When: July 4, 5:00 – 9:30 pm, gates open at 4:30 pm
Where: CBS Studio Center, 4024 Radford Ave., Studio City, Los Angeles
Cost: Adults $15 advance, $20 at the gate, Children 6-12 $8 advance, $10 at the gate, add $20 for rooftop viewing access or pay $100 for VIP tickets.
Parking: Free
Info: www.studiocitychamber.com
Annual Dennis P. Zine July 4th Extravaganza in Woodland Hills
Huge Fourth of July fireworks festival in the West Valley with food vendors, play zone, a free concert and fireworks show.
When: July 4, Concert 6:00 - 8:00 pm, fireworks to live music at 9:05 pm
Where: Warner Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills
Cost: Free
Parking: $15 in any of the Warner Center structures between Topanga and Canoga or Califa and Oxnard
Info: www.valleycultural.org
4th of July Spectacular in Porter Ranch
The FREE festival and fireworks show at Shepherd of the Hills Church in Porter Ranch includes moon bounces and face painting for the children, an outdoor stage show as well as optional food purchases from over a dozen local food vendors; all capped off with a twenty-one minute aerial fireworks display.
When: July 4, 4:30 pm – 10 pm, Gates open at 4:30
Where: Shepherd of the Hills Church , 19700 Rinaldi Street, Porter Ranch, CA 91326
Cost: Free
Parking: Free
Info: www.theshepherd.org/events/4th-of-july-spectacular
Independence Day Celebration and Parade in Huntington Beach
The “largest and oldest parade of its kind west of the Mississippi,” a 5K run/walk, bands, clowns, celebrities, floats and fireworks on “Surf City’s” famous Main Street.
When: Parade July 4, Festival July 2, 3, 4
Where: Festival at Pier Plaza at Huntington Beach Pier, Parade runs along Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Clay Ave.
Cost: Free, reserved parade seating and fireworks seating is available for a fee.
Info: www.hb4thofjuly.org
City of Diamond Bar’s Annual 4th of July Blast
Spend the summer afternoon at the park with family, friends, and neighbors. Bring a picnic or enjoy a variety of concessions available. Kids’ crafts, face painting, and patriotic musical performances lead up to the fireworks display.
When: July 4, 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 pm, Fireworks start at 9
Where: Diamond Bar High School, 21400 Pathfinder Rd, Diamond Bar
Cost: Free
Parking: Free parking and shuttle from Caltrans Park & Ride on Pathfinder Road
www.cityofdiamondbar.com
Anaheim Hills 4th of July Festival & Parade
2011 Details TBA
This annual event held since 1978 in Peralta Park includes a parade, 5K/10K run/walk, pancake breakfast, dog show, food and game booths and entertainment capped by fireworks.
When: July 4, Race 6 am, Pancake breakfast 8-10:30 am, Dog Show 10:30 am, Parade 4 pm, Festival 12:30 to 8:45 pm, Fireworks 9 pm.
Where: Peralta Park & Canyon High School & Santa Ana Canyon Rd. 115 N. Pinney, Anaheim, CA 92807
Cost: Festival free, fees for race and pancake breakfast
Info: www.chccanaheim.com,
Old Glory Boat Parade
Decorated boats parade through Newport Harbor
When: July 4, 1-5 pm
Where: Newport Harbor/Balboa Island
Cost: Free
Info: www.balboa-island.net,
Dana Point 4th of July Fireworks Show
The City of Dana Point presents an aerial sky show, featuring a musical simulcast presented by radio station KSBR 88.5 FM. Arrive early to picnic over the Harbor on the cliffs of Blue Lantern Park or Heritage Park.
When: July 4, 9 pm, beach opens at 6 am
Where: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
Cost: Free
Info: www.danapoint.org,
Note: Fireworks are NOT permitted on the beach.
Fullerton Community Fireworks Show and Festival
An old-fashioned Fourth of July party, the festival features live entertainment, games for all ages, food booths and a special aerial fireworks display.
When: July 4, 5-9:30
Where: Fullerton High School Stadium, Lemon St. & Berkeley Ave. Fullerton, CA 92832
Cost: Free. Fee for some activities
Info: www.cityoffullerton.com,
Disney's Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky
A special 4th of July fireworks display over Disneyland set to music.
When: July 1-4, 9:30 pm
Where: Disneyland California
Cost: Regular Disneyland Admission applies
Info: www.Disneyland.com
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NOTE* We are not responsible for errors and wrong information by original poster.
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