Be sure to consult event websites for any information regarding the event (such as parking and security restrictions).
Where: Burton Chase Park (13650 Mindanao Way, MDR); Fisherman’s Village (13755 Fiji Way, MDR)
Tickets Needed?: No
Event/Fireworks begin: 9 p.m.
View From: Burton Chase Park, Fisherman's Village or virtually anywhere in Marina del Rey, Venice Pier, Playa Vista and Dockweiler Beach.
Recommend: Arrive no later than 1 p.m.
For more information: Marina Del Rey’s 4th Of July Fireworks
Where: 200 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles
Tickets Needed?: No
Event/Fireworks begin: Event begins 3:00 p.m. Fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
View From: Grand Park
Recommend: Consult website for security restrictions
For more information: 4th of July Block Party
Where: 2301 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles
Tickets Needed?: Yes
Event/Fireworks begin: Event begins 7:15 p.m.
View From: Hollywood Bowl
Recommend: You may bring your own food & drink (subject to restrictions). Consider supper options offered at the Bowl. Check the FAQ for food & drink and prohibited items.
For more information: July 4th Fireworks Spectacular
Also see L.A. Video: Fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl: Go Behind the Scenes
Where: 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena
Tickets Needed?: Yes
Event/Fireworks begin: 2:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Doors to the Bowl open at 5:30 p.m.
View From: Rose Bowl
Recommend: Consult website regarding “Clear Bag” security policy
For more information: Americafest
Fireworks over Rose Bowl, 2014. Photo by SailsbyStar, via Wikimedia Commons.
Where: 6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles
Tickets Needed?: Yes
Event/Fireworks begin: Gates open 7:15 p.m., movie (E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial) at 9:00 p.m.
View From: Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Recommend: Purchase tickets in advance
For more information: E.T. + Fireworks Event
Where: 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach
Tickets Needed?: Yes
Event/Fireworks begin: 3:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9:00 p.m.
View From: Queen Mary
Recommend: In addition to the event, the Queen Mary will be greeted in a “Royal Rendezvous” by the arriving Cunard Line ship Queen Elizabeth before the fireworks show.
For more information: All American 4th of July
Where: Over Avalon Bay, Santa Catalina Island
Tickets Needed?: No. Donations welcome
Event/Fireworks begin: 9:00 p.m.
View From: Anywhere along Avalon waterfront
Recommend: Enjoy other July 4th events beginning at 1:00 p.m.
For more information: 4th of July Fireworks Display
Where: 1000 Vin Scully Avenue, Los Angeles.
Tickets Needed?: Yes
Event/Fireworks begin: Game begins 6:10 p.m. followed by fireworks show
View From: Stadium seating
Recommend: Perfect for baseball fans
For more information: July 4th at Dodger Stadium
Fireworks over Dodger Stadium, 2013. Photo by Kenneth Han, via Wikimedia Commons.
Where: 1101 West McKinley Avenue, Pomona. Fairplex Gate Number 17.
Tickets Needed?: Yes
Event/Fireworks begin: Gates open 5:00 p.m. for “Pit Party”; motor events at 8:00 p.m.; Fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
View From: Fairplex
Recommend: Perfect for motocross and monster truck fans
For more information: Kaboom!
Where: Warner Center Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Woodland Hills
Tickets Needed?: No. Parking fee donations. VIP treatment is available
Event/Fireworks begin: Event opens 6:00 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9:00 p.m.
View From: Warner Center Park
Recommend: Although tickets are not required, VIP tickets provide a parking pass and reserved seating
For more information July 4th Extravaganza
