Preparations for the Fourth of July are in full swing in California, specially in the Southern side of the “Golden State”, with numerous cities in Los Angeles County set to host activities and fireworks displays in honor of Independence Day. From balls on the iconic Queen Mary to innovative drone light shows in Grand Park, the celebration options are varied and exciting. Check the ultimate guide to fireworks events and celebrations for a memorable Fourth of July in the Los Angeles area.
Discover the best places to watch fireworks and drone shows in the sky this July 4th in Los Angeles, California. (Photo: AFP)
What time do the fireworks start on July 4th in California?
Los Angeles County
| LOCATION / EVENT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Marina del Rey | 9:00 pm |
| Gardena (Rowley Park) | 9:00 pm |
| Eagle Rock Park | 8:45 pm |
| Woodland Hills (Warner Center Park) | At dusk |
| Porter Ranch (Shepherd Church) | At dusk |
| Dodger Stadium (Elysian Park) | Postgame |
| Hollywood Bowl | 7:30 pm |
| Hollywood Forever Cemetery | At dusk |
South Bay
| LOCATION / EVENT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Redondo Beach (Seaside Lagoon) | 9:00 pm |
| Torrance (Civic Center) | 9:00 pm |
| El Segundo (Recreation Park) | 9:00 pm |
Long Beach
| LOCATION / EVENT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Big Bang on the Bay | 9:00 pm |
| Waterfront Fireworks | 9:00 pm |
| Queen Mary 4th of July Party | 10:00 pm |
| Harbor Cruises | Boarding starts at 7:30 pm |
| City Cruises Dinner Cruise | Boarding starts at 6:30 pm |
| Aquarium of the Pacific | 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm |
| Hotel Maya | 11:00 am to 3:00 pm |
| Fairmont Breakers | At dusk |
Orange County
| LOCATION / EVENT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Surf City Celebration at Huntington Beach | 9:00 pm |
| Family Festival at Irvine (Great Park) | 9:30 pm |
| Fireworks Festival at Fullerton | 9:30 pm |
| Carnival & Fireworks at San Juan Capistrano (Sports Park) | 10:00 pm |
| Community Festival at Costa Mesa (OC Fair & Event Center) | 9:30 pm |
| Full-Day Celebration at Anaheim Hills | 9:00 pm |
| Fireworks Cruise at Newport Beach | 9:30 pm |
| Evening Festivities at Santa Ana (Centennial Park) | 8:45 pm |
| Family Event at Tustin (Richard Nixon Library) | 9:30 pm |
| July 4th Spectacular at Yorba Linda | At dusk |
Inland Empire
| LOCATION / EVENT | TIME |
|---|---|
| Fourth of July Celebration at Redlands | At dusk |
