Nearly 3,983,540 people living in Los Angeles, California, are preparing to watch the fireworks and drone show in the sky on July 4th in celebration of Independence Day. From Hollywood, Disneyland, or Long Beach, here are the best locations to watch the biggest fireworks display in the United States with your family, partner, or friends.
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Spectacular July 4th Fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl
The musical group Earth, Wind & Fire will be livening up the summer party at the Hollywood Bowl. After the concert, bring a bottle of wine and sit back to watch the fireworks show on July 2nd, 3rd, and 4th.
Spectacular July 4th Fireworks at the Marina del Rey
If you want to see the fireworks over the California waters, then Marina del Rey is the place for you. As every year, many people will gather at Burton Chace Park, Fisherman’s Village, Mother’s Marina Beach, hotels, restaurants, and waterfront boats to watch the Marina del Rey fireworks, which start at 9 p.m. PT and typically last 20 minutes. We recommend arriving early to find the best locations to fully experience the great Fourth of July celebration.
ADDRESS
Venue: Burton Chace Park
Location: Los Angeles - 13650 Mindanao Way
Zip Code: -
Website: playas.lacounty.gov/4thofjuly/
Tickets: FREE / Pay-only parking for $11 or $20
Dates and Times
Friday, July 4, 2025 - 9:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Spectacular July 4th Fireworks at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Fuegos artificiales y cine pueden ser una excelente combinación para aquellas personas que deseen recibir el 4 de julio de una manera muy original. El Cementerio Hollywood Forever es el punto donde muchos jóvenes y adultos irán a celebrar el Día de la Independencia con buena música y cerveza. Cinespia realizará dos reproducciones de las aclamadas cintas Top Gun, el 4 de julio, y La La Land, el 5 de juliom durante el show de fuegos artificiales.
ADDRESS
Venue: Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Location: Los Angeles - 6000 Santa Monica Blvd
Zip Code: 90038
Website: cinespia.org/
Tickets: $30, parking $24–$36
Dates and Times
Friday, July 4, 2025 - 9:00 p.m. (Pacific Time): Top Gun + Fireworks
Friday, July 5, 2025 - 9:00 p.m. (Pacific Time): La La Land + Fireworks
Spectacular July 4th Fireworks at the Dodger Stadium
Baseball and fireworks for everyone. As they do every year, the Dodgers will celebrate Independence Day with their fans at Dodger Stadium after their game against the Astros on July 4th. While the game starts at 6:10 p.m. PT, stay until the end to watch the fireworks starting at 9 p.m. PT.
ADDRESS
Venue: Dodger Stadium
Location: Los Angeles - 1000 Vin Scully Ave
Zip Code: 90012
Website: -
Tickets: Tickets $4-$130. Parking $15
Dates and Times
Friday, July 4, 2025 - 9:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Spectacular July 4th Fireworks at the Disneyland
Celebrate the 4th of July alongside Mickey Mouse, the Avengers, Spider-Man, and Star Wars characters with Disneyland’s white, blue, and red fireworks show. To attend the 4th of July celebration, you must reserve your ticket in advance. The fireworks here begin between 9 and 9:30 p.m.
ADDRESS
Venue: Disneyland
Location: Anaheim - 1313 S Disneyland Dr
Zip code: 92802
Tickets: $104–$206, ages 3–9 $98–$196, free under 3; Park Hopper extra $65–$75.
Dates and Times
Friday, July 4, 2025 - 9:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
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Spectacular July 4th Fireworks at the Universal Studios
The Universal Studios theme park is preparing a fireworks show that promises to be one of the best for families to enjoy this July 4th in Los Angeles. Musical bands will play songs from their best films and other Independence Day-themed songs. The event will begin at 9 p.m. PT.
ADDRESS
Venue: Universal Studios Hollywood & Universal CityWalk
Tickets: Included in park admission, starting at $149
Dates and Times
Friday, July 4, 2025 - 9:00 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Spectacular July 4th Fireworks at the Long Beach
In Long Beach, you’ll find many key locations to enjoy the fireworks show with your family, such as Queensway Bay, Shoreline Aquatic Park, Shoreline Village, Rainbow Harbor, Marina Green, Queen Mary, and the Big Bang on the Bay.
ADDRESS
Venue: Rainbow Harbor and Shoreline Village
Location: Long Beach - 401-435 Shoreline Village Drive