Best 4th of July Fireworks in Los Angeles
UPDATED FOR 2025
While the burgers and potato salad are always enticing, it just wouldn’t be a memorable Fourth of July celebration without fireworks. Check out our list of the best places to see 4th of July fireworks in Los Angeles with the whole family.
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Top 4th of July Fireworks and Events in LA
From the beach to the Bowl, there are so many awesome spots in Los Angeles to take in July 4th fireworks show. Here are some of the best events across LA and Southern California on the 4th of July.
Westside Fireworks and Events
Marina del Rey 4th of July Fireworks
The Marina del Rey in Los Angeles is one of the best locations in the city to view fireworks on July 4th. Enjoy one of the greatest views of the fireworks while dining at the Marina del Rey beachfront restaurants in Fisherman’s Village. For the ultimate close-up, watch by boat aboard a City Cruises vessel.
For the most family-friendly experience, pack a picnic with your own food and head to the best viewing area – Burton Chace Park for a family-friendly party setting for a fireworks show on the water with synchronized music. This is a popular event, so if you want to grab a spot, arrive as early as 1 pm to ensure you can join the celebration. The show starts at 9 pm and lasts approximately 20 minutes.
Pacific Palisades 4th of July Drone Show
NOTE: This year’s JULY 4TH COMMUNITY EVENT IS INTENDED FOR PERSONS THAT WERE RESIDENTS OF PACIFIC PALISADES AND IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT STREETS ON JANUARY 7th, 2025, AND THEIR DESIGNATED FAMILY AND FRIENDS. THE EVENT IS NOT OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC because the area residents impacted by the Fire outnumber the capacity of the venue.
Nothing will stop Palisadians from celebrating the 78th annual Pacific Palisades July 4th Celebration on the six-acre athletic field at Paul Revere Charter Middle School (1450 Allenford Avenue, Los Angeles 90049). Capacity permitting, ticketing may open up to neighboring communities also impacted by the fires. Entry gates will open at 5 PM to pre-issued ticket holders.
The Pacific Palisades July 4th Celebration will bring together Palisades residents, their family and friends for an evening of music, entertainment, kids activities and catching up with each other over food and refreshments from more than a dozen food trucks, culminating with a spectacular drone show that will light up the sky to celebrate Independence Day and our being able to spend time as a community.
Culver City 4th of July Fireworks Show
After decades hosting this local event, the Culver City Exchange Club’s Fourth of July Fireworks Display went dark, but the city has stepped in to bring back the show. The City of Culver City is proud to support the return of the Downtown Culver City Independence Celebration, presented by the Culver City Downtown Business Association, on Saturday, July 5, 2025, from 6 PM to 9:30 PM at Town Plaza. This free, family-friendly community event invites residents and visitors alike to gather in the heart of downtown for an evening of live entertainment, patriotic tributes, and a dazzling aerial drone light show.
Main Street Santa Monica 4th of July Parade
This long-running parade, hosted by the Ocean Park Association and entirely volunteer-run, has become a tradition for Santa Monica locals. The parade route runs along Main Street each year on the morning of the 4th of July. The start time for 2025 is 9:30AM.
Hollywood / Downtown / Northeast Fireworks and Events
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with Earth, Wind & Fire at the Hollywood Bowl
A night out at the Hollywood Bowl is always fun, but it’s especially exciting when you’re celebrating the 4th of July. Previous hosts have included the Beach Boys and Steve Martin & Martin Short. This year another iconic band, Grammy Award-winning icons Earth, Wind & Fire bring their iconic and timeless catalog of music with hits like “September” and “Shining Star” for three thrilling nights of songs, fireworks and fun will take the stage. The show begins at 7:30 pm on July 4. The same performance is also running from July 2nd – July 3rd.
Grand Park’s 4th of July Block Party
In light of recent events affecting a portion of Downtown L.A. and the ongoing circumstances impacting the region, The Music Center and Gloria Molina Grand Park announced a change to the free summer event: Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Summer Block Party, initially scheduled for the Fourth of July, has been postponed to later in the summer Date TBD.
Celebrate an authentic Los Angeles Fourth of July and the West Coast biggest party now Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Summer Block Party featuring Grammy® nominated L.A. music artist D Smoke. This vibrant, inclusive, and free event features two stages of live music, engaging community-art led activities, a Family Fun Zone with the park’s iconic 75-Foot Ferris Wheel, and a spectacular drone light show, honoring L.A.’s resilience and unique spirit.
Los Angeles Dodgers 4th of July
July 4th is a home game so come out to celebrate the 4th with the boys in blue at Dodger Stadium! The game against the Houston Astros at Dodger Stadium starts at 6:10 pm and will include a post-game fireworks show.
FoodieLand Food Festival – Rose Bowl Stadium
The long-running AmericaFest Celebration at the Rose Bowl is no longer taking place on the 4th of July. But foodies can indulge their senses July 4-6 at FoodieLand, the ultimate family-friendly outdoor multi-cultural food festival, with a special drone show Friday night only to celebrate Independence Day.
4th of July Fireworks at Universal Studios Hollywood
After a day of family fun at Universal Studios Hollywood, you can cap off the experience with an Independence Day celebration. Enjoy a stunning fireworks show on July 4th at Universal Studios Hollywood, all included with your regular theme park entrance.
San Fernando Valley Fireworks and Events
Councilman Bob Blumenfield’s July 4th Extravaganza at Warner Center
This July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza in Woodland Hills entertains nearly 60,000 people with a free concert and a 15-minute magnificent fireworks display, one of Southern California’s most impressive fireworks displays. Along with the live entertainment, you can check out vendor booths and food trucks. The event runs from 6 – 9:30 pm, with the fireworks show starting at 9 pm. This is a free event, but you can also purchase tickets for a seat in the VIP section and prepaid access to the parking lot.
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at Calabasas High School
**Cancelled for 2025**
The City of Calabasas annual event is cancelled for 2025 due to construction at the high school.
4th of July Concert and Fireworks at Starlight Bowl
**Cancelled for 2025**
The Starlight Bowl in Burbank will not be hosting its annual 4th of July concert and fireworks show this year due to wind damage sustained in January wildfires.
Orange County Fireworks and Events
Independence Day Festivities on the Bay at Newport Dunes
Celebrate Independence Day all day long on the Bay at Newport Dunes. The family-friendly day begins at 8 am and features an inflatable water park, water sports rentals, food and vendors, live music, a cocktail and beer garden with lawn games, and fireworks!
The festive day includes:
- Moe B’s Munchies – 9am to 7pm
- Water Sports Rentals – 9:30am to 4:30pm (may close early to prepare for firework show)
- The Inflatable Water Park – 9:30am to 4:30pm (may close early to prepare for the firework show)
- Food Vendors and Full Bars – 12pm to 9pm
- Musical Performance featuring The Class playing oldies, classic rock and top 40’s hits – 5pm – 8pm
- Fireworks show co-sponsored by the City of Newport Beach – 9pm
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