Visiting California is one of the most favorite summer vacation choices in the United States. Los Angeles is the perfect place to spend your Fourth of July Family Vacation. Your family will have the choice of watching fireworks light up the beach or in the mountains. Enjoy your day on the beach, amusement park, sporting event or even just spend the day at a local park. Los Angeles offers something for everyone, and plenty of sun and fireworks to light up your Fourth of July night!

Be sure to check out and confirm the date of the event carefully as some of these events will not be held on 4th of July.

LAST UPDATED JUNE 28, 2018 – We will be updating information up to the day of.

Agoura Hills

Agoura Hills Summer Concert in the Park & Fireworks, Chumash Park, July 8, 2018, 6:00p.m., Platinum Groove High Velocity Party Band, Fireworks after the show.

Alhambra

4th of July Fireworks Celebration, Almansor Park, July 4, 2018, Festivities will begin at 3:00p.m., food, carnival games, live music and fireworks begin at 9:00p.m.

Arcadia

Patriotic Event – 50+ Special Event, Arcadia Community Center, July 6, 2018, 11:30a.m. to 1:30p.m. Celebrate the 4th of July with us! Play games, win prizes and enjoy lunch and dessert. $5 admission.

Artesia

Pioneer Day Parade, Pioneer Run and Independence Day Festival!, Artesia Park, July 4, 2018, 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:45a.m., Parade at 9:00a.m., Tournaments, Music, Fun, All Day, Fireworks at 9p.m. Check www.cityofartesia.us for sign-up forms and event information. Patriotic Parade Entries include: Teams, Cars, Schools, Businesses, Car Clubs, Floats, Churches and more. Sign-up form on line. Parade and Run is on Pioneer Blvd ending at Artesia Park! Tricycle races, Corn Hole, Rock Paper Scissors, Family Fun!

Avalon

Avalon’s 4th of July Festivities, Avalon, July 4, 2018, BBQ, live music, old-fashioned parade, kids’ activities and games, fireworks.

Baldwin Park

Baldwin Park Independence Bash, Sierra Vista High School, July 4, 2018, 5:00 to 9:30 p.m., “Fun Zone” of carnival-style rides, inflatable jumpers, food vendors, live entertainment, and fireworks to light up the sky at 9:05p.m.. No alcoholic beverages.

Burbank

An American Celebration Fireworks Spectacular, Starlight Bowl, July 4, 2018, Parking opens at 4:30p.m., gates open at 5:30p.m., concert performed by High Street Band and Precious Byrd begins at 6:30p.m. Fireworks following concert. Purchase tickets here.

Calabasas

Calabasas Fireworks Spectacular, Calabasas High School Football Field, 5:00p.m. Gates Open, Family Fun Zone hosted by “Who’s That DJ?” featuring games and prizes, inflatables, arts and crafts, temporary tattoos, stilt walkers, balloons and more! (Note: Fun Zone closes at 8:30pm when the sun goes down), Live musical dance party! The evening ends with musically choreographed Fireworks Spectacular!

Camarillo

July 4th Independence Day Celebration, July 4, 2018, 4:00p.m. to 9:30p.m. Fireworks begin at 9:00p.m. Admission is $2 per person; children five years old and under are admitted free. You may bring your own chairs, blankets, and coolers.

Carson

LA Galaxy v. D.C. United, Stubhub Center, July 4, 2018, 7:30p.m. The fireworks will start 10 minutes after the final whistle of the game. The fireworks will be able to be viewed within the neighborhoods surrounding the Stubhub Center.

Cerritos

45th Annual Let Freedom Ring Celebration, Cerritos Civic Center, July 4, 2018, rides, entertainment and a bell-ringing ceremony. All-day ride wristbands will be $25; discounted wristbands will be available for $20 through Friday, June 29. Fireworks show at Cerritos High School at 9 p.m.

Channel Islands

4th of July Children’s Parade, The Channel Islands Harbor 4th of July Children’s Parade is back! The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at Albacore Way, travels north up Harbor Blvd. and ends at Cabezone Circle, home to Marine Emporium Landing. You must have a 4th of July Children’s Parade form filled out and submitted prior to participating.

Claremont

City of Claremont Fourth of July Celebration, Memorial Park, Pancake Breakfast, 5K, Children’s Activities, Parade, Concert and Fireworks Show. See Website for Schedule.

Covina

Pancake Breakfast with the Band, Covina Park, July 4, 2018, 8:30a.m., Pancake breakfast and patriotic music concert. Donations are encouraged.

Culver City

Culver City’s Fourth of July Fireworks Show, West LA College, Gates open at 4:00p.m., Carnival Games, Live Music, Raffle, Food Trucks, and Fireworks. Suggested Donation to Enter: $5 per person, Kids under age 5 – Free. Parking $15.00.

Bonus Tip: One of the best views in Los Angeles on the Fourth of July is from the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook in Culver City. Worth the sweat it will take to get up the stairs which are 700 feet up. You will be rewarded with a 360-degree view of firework shows from Redondo Beach to the LA Coliseum, as well as the nearby Culver City Fireworks nearby. If you make this hike, please be sure to send us pictures or use hashtag #camombloggers so that we can see!

Diamond Bar

4th of July Blast, Diamond Bar High School, July 4, 2018, Gates open at 5:00p.m., patriotic event with a live musical performance by “Cold Duck,” the versatile R&B and variety band, and closes out with a spectacular fireworks display to light up the night sky at 9 p.m. Bring your dancing shoes, a picnic dinner or visit one of the participating food trucks, and either a blanket or chair for grass-seating.

El Segundo

El Segundo 4th of July Celebration!, Stevenson Field, July 4, 2018, 10 a.m. – 9:00p.m., Daytime event includes food, games such as hula hooping, water balloon tossing, sack races, pie-eating and watermelon-eating contest. Evening event includes live music from 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. and the fireworks will begin at 9p.m.

Fillmore

32nd Annual Sespe Creek Car and Cycle Show, Central Avenue, July 4, 2018, 9:00a.m. to 4 p.m., Street fair, music, food, where classic cars, low ride, park to show their car, truck, or bike. $30.00 per car.

July 4th Fillmore Chili Cook-Off & Beer Fest, Central Park * Downtown Villmore, July 4, 2018, 10:00a.m. to 5p.m.,

Firecracker Train, Central Park * Downtown Villmore, July 4, 2018, Depart 6:30p.m. Return 10:00p.m. After a delicious BBQ dinner and train ride through the beautiful Heritage Valley, you will enjoy a wonderful display of fireworks put on by the City of Fillmore.

Gardena

Gardena 4th of July Fireworks, Rowley Park, July 4, 2018, Food trucks open at 5p.m. to 10:00p.m., Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, umbrellas, and enjoy a day at the park. Fireworks will begin when it is dark enough. Please, no alcohol, no fireworks, no smoking, no pets.

Hacienda Heights

31st Annual “I Love America” 4th of July Parade, Stimpson Avenue from Colima to Steinmentz Park, July 4, 2018, Old-fashioned parade starts at 9a.m.

Hawaiian Gardens

City of Hawaiian Gardens Independence Day Celebration, Fedde Sports Complex, June 30, 2018, 6:00p.m. to 10:00p.m., Enjoy music, entertainment, games and activities, fireworks show at dusk.

Hermosa Beach

Hermosa Beach Ironman Run Paddle Chug, Hermosa Beach, 9:00a.m., Since 1974, South Bay locals from Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, & Manhattan Beach gather to compete on the morning of July 4th. Run a Mile! Paddle a Mile! THEN Chug a 6-Pack of Beer! ~~ First to finish without puking wins! $20 Entry Fee.

Hollywood

Hollywood Bowl July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with The Go-Go’s, Hollywood Bowl, July 4, 2018, 7:30p.m., Make it a Fourth to remember with a patriotic program of star-spangled music and the groundbreaking all-girl hit-makers The Go-Go’s. The 1980s megastars will fill the Bowl with a raucous set of power-pop like “We Got the Beat” and “Our Lips Are Sealed” before our famous fireworks close out the night.

Thelma & Louise + Fireworks, Hollywood Forever Cemetery, July 3, 2018, doors at 7:15p.m. movie at 9p.m.. Hit the road with the female duo that changed pop culture forever. With Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis behind the wheel, it’ll be an electrifying night under the stars that’ll culminate in the best firework show in Los Angeles. Admission is $35; however, this event is now sold out.

Huntington Park

Huntington Park 4th of July Celebration, Salt Lake Park, July 4, 2018, 2:00p.m. to 9:30p.m., Enjoy the family fun game booths & live music starting at 2:00p.m. Firework show begins at 9:00p.m.

Long Beach

Queen Mary’s All American Fourth of July, Queen Mary, July 4, 2018, 2:00p.m. to 10:00p.m., special live entertainment, family games, arts & crafts, special historic tours and a patriotic theatrical movie in the Queen Mary Theatre. To top off the night the Queen Mary will present its signature fireworks spectacular filled with patriotic music while you enjoy a summer evening under the beautiful Southern California night sky with the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean. Purchase Tickets Here

July 4th Late Night & BBQ, Aquarium of the Pacific, July 4, 2018, 5:00p.m. to 10:00p.m., Celebrate Independence Day with the red, white, and blue fish at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Families will be able to witness the ambiance of the Aquarium at night and get a fish-eye view of the Queen Mary fireworks display. Wave the flag, watch the fireworks and enjoy some freshly grilled BBQ with the Aquarium of the Pacific. You’ll also be able to journey inside the Aquarium to see wonders of the sea until 10:00 p.m. Purchase Tickets Here

Los Alamitos

Los Alamitos 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, Joint Forces Training Base, July 4, 2018, 4:00p.m. – 10:00p.m., food court, vendor booths, musical entertainment, and fireworks show begins promptly at 9:00p.m. Admission is Free.

Los Angeles

Grand Park Fourth of July Block Party, Grand Park + The Music Center, July 4, 2018, Doors open at 3 p.m. At 9 p.m. the fireworks show will create stunning backdrop above the Civic Center skyline. The event ends at 9:30 p.m. Experience music and artists that call L.A. home, at the two music stages. Admission is Free.

Pasadena

92 Annual AmericaFest Presented by Honda, Rose Bowl Stadium, July 4, 2018, 2:00p.m. to 9:30p.m., Doors open at 5:30p.m., Family fun zone, inflatable games & rides, world-renown fireworks show and entertainment to remember, including Maddie Poppe making her first live performing appearance since winning American Idol! Additionally, Michael Knight presents: The Ultimate Tribute to Michael Jackson a stunning performance. Purchase Tickets Here

Pasadena

Torrance

As of June 27, 2018, the Torrance Beach Fireworks Display has been canceled due to funding. We hope that it returns in 2019.

Woodland Hills

July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza, July 4, 2018, 6:00p.m. to 9:30p.m., Free concert and 15-minute spectacular fireworks display. There will be over 20 local restaurants on hand along with arts and crafts vendors and local businesses promoting and selling their goods.

Did we miss your favorite Fourth of July event in Central California? Add it in the comments below or send event information to us via our contact form or email us at californiamomblogs@gmail.com.

Visiting other parts of California? See our Fourth of July Guide for Orange County, San Diego, or Central California.