July4th Weekend Archives - NEW L.A. Parent

Summer in San Gabriel: Independence Day Celebration and Drone Show

Published July 1, 2026

Join the city of San Gabriel for free movies, concerts and special events all summer long. These free community events feature local bands, family-friendly films, food trucks and arts and crafts.

July 3: Independence Day Celebration and Drone Show (5:30 – 9:30 p.m.) at Gabrielino High School

July 9: Concert with California surf band Woodie & The Longboards (7 p.m.) at Mission Playhouse Plaza

July 16: Concert with Box Car 7 (7 p.m.) and movie screening “Bad Guys 2” (8:30 p.m.) at Vincent Lugo Park

July 23: Concert with ABBA tribute band The Swedes (7 p.m.) at Mission Playhouse Plaza

July 30: Concert with Anything for Salinas (7 p.m.) and movie screening “Zootopia 2” (8:30 p.m.) at Vincent Lugo Park

Aug. 4: National Night Out 5 – 8 p.m. in Mission District

4th of July Fireworks Show: Celebrating America’s 250th

Published June 29, 2026

Torrance is celebrating Independence Day at the LA Galaxy Sports Complex with live music by the Satin Dollz, food trucks, family-friendly activities, a Stroller & Wagon Parade and a spectacular fireworks show. Families are encouraged to decorate their wagons and strollers for the inaugural Stroller and Wagon Parade – the more red, white, and blue the better! Commemorative medals will be awarded to the first 250 participants.

Fourth of July on The Queen Mary

Published June 22, 2026

Join the Queen Mary for a family-friendly 4th of July celebration featuring immersive entertainment, delicious food and grand finale fireworks show. Enjoy country music and line dancing, hip hop and pop DJs, tribue bands, caricature artists, face painters and balloon twisters and more.

Cinespia: Shrek + Fireworks Show

Published June 22, 2026

Cinespia presents the 25th anniversary of “Shrek” followed by a Fourth of July fireworks show at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.

Gates open at 7:15 p.m. and movie begins at 9 p.m.

Cinespia: Jurassic Park + Fireworks Show

Published June 22, 2026

Cinespia presents Steven Spielberg’s 1992 blockbuster “Jurassic Park” at Hollwood Forever Cemetery, followed by a Fourth of July fireworks show. Bring your picnic and blankets to watch the dinosaurs roam on screen, and the sky light up in real life.

Gates open at 7:15 p.m. and movie starts at 9 p.m.

Maina del Rey 4th of July Fireworks Show

Published June 22, 2026

Celebrate Independence Day with a 20-minute fireworks display over the water in Marina del Rey. Music is synchronized with the show at Burton Chase Park and Fisherman’s Village. But you can view the show from nearly anywhere in Marina del Rey, Venice Pier, Playa Vista and Dockweiler Beach.

Independence Day on the Back Bay 2026

Published June 18, 2026

For those looking to spend the holiday on the water, Newport Dunes is hosting its annual Independence Day on the Back Bay celebration featuring live music, food trucks, watersports, family activities and a spectacular fireworks display over the Back Bay on July 4. Visitors can kayak, paddleboard, cruise Newport Harbor in a Duffy boat, enjoy the Inflatable Aquatic Park and take in live entertainment throughout the weekend before the fireworks spectacular at 9 p.m.

Photo by Mike Novak

Patriotic Pop Up on the Lido Deck

Published June 18, 2026

Kick off the holiday weekend at Newport Beach’s waterfront shopping and dining destination during its Patriotic Pop Up on the Lido Deck. Guests can enjoy live patriotic favorites performed by Patriot Brass while taking part in hands-on seasonal workshops, including a patriotic floral arranging class with French Buckets and a watercolor American flag workshop led by Bailey Art Studios. Pink Lady Creamery will also be serving handcrafted ice cream, creating a festive waterfront atmosphere perfect for families, friends and visitors looking to celebrate ahead of the Fourth.

Photo Courtesy Lido Marina Village

Annual Fourth of July Celebration

Published June 18, 2026

Ronald Regan Presidential Museum hosts its annual Fourth of July Celebration, featuring live music by the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Band and country artist Justin Hosinger, family-friendly activities like face painting and lawn games and more. Free for outdoor activities. Regular admission applies to museum entry and “America 250” exhibit.

City of San Fernando 250th Independence Day Celebration

Published June 18, 2026

Celebrate Independence Day with the City of San Fernando with two free events. On June 27 enjoy live music and foodzilla, showcasing some of the Valley’s best food trucks and artisan vendors at San Fernando City Hall. On July 4 head to Recreation Park for a patriotic Drone Show, a light show in the sky set to music.

City of San Fernando 250th Independence Day Celebration

Published June 18, 2026

July 4th Extravaganza at Warner Park

Published June 17, 2026

Councilmember Bob Blumenfield’s July 4th Extravaganza returns to Warner Park with a free concert and 20-minute spectacular fireworks display. Come early to grab dinner from one of the food trucks, browse the arts and crafts vendors and local businesses selling their goods and more. Admission is free. VIP tickets are available.

Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Summer Block Party

Published June 17, 2026

The West Coast’s biggest free Fourth of July celebration returns to Gloria Molina Grand Park. This all-day, all-ages party features two stages of live music, community resources, family-friendly workshops, food trucks and ending in a 3D drone light show across the DTLA sky.

Live Music & Good Vibes Seaside

Published June 16, 2026

Celebrate Fourth of July weekend and America’s 250th birthday at Ventura Harbor Village with 250 minutes of live music and good vibes. From Noon-4:10 p.m. local bands will play at the CI Courtyard and Promenade Stage. Browse the shops and grab a bite at one of the waterfront restaurants.

Please note there are no fireworks.