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Ten Wonderful July 4th Fireworks Shows
Around Los Angeles County

Fireworks Show

Be sure to consult event websites for any information regarding the event (such as parking and security restrictions).

Map of Fireworks Shows - Los Angeles County

1. Marina del Rey

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

2. Grand Park

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

3. Hollywood Bowl

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

4. Rose Bowl

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

Fireworks over Rose Bowl, 2014. Photo by SailsbyStar, via Wikimedia Commons.

5. Hollywood Forever Cemetery

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

6. Queen Mary

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

9. Avalon

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

8. Dodger Stadium

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

Fireworks over Dodger Stadium, 2013. Photo by Kenneth Han, via Wikimedia Commons.

9. Fairplex

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!

10. Woodland Hills

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