Ah, Fourth of July. An evening with family full of BBQs, memories, and most importantly, fireworks! Did you know that an estimated amount of $2.4+ billion dollars will be spent in the U.S. on fireworks for 4th of July? When it comes to putting on a show, Los Angeles is one of the best cities in the world to do it. No matter where you are in L.A. this Independence Day, you’ll be able to bring in another year of celebration with a bang! We’ve gathered a list of 8 of the best firework shows to catch in town.
1. Marina del Rey
Every year people go to Marina del Rey to gaze at fireworks exploding over the glistening ocean. Plan to arrive early to the Burton Chace Park or Fishermans Village to watch the show with synchronized music! Fireworks start at 9 p.m. and arrival at 1 p.m. is highly suggested. Learn more here.
Locations:
- Burton Chace Park: 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA
- Fishermans Village: 13737 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA
2. Hollywood Bowl
The Hollywood Bowl is known as one of the most iconic amphitheaters in the world, so you know they have a reputation to live up to. This weekend you’ll have a show in the sky and on stage by celebrating this magnificent holiday with a legendary band! The iconic Beach Boys will be taking over Hollywood Bowl from July 2-4, 2023. And yes, there will be fireworks! Get more details here.
Location: 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068
3. Hollywood Forever Cemetery
You’ll have a chance this year to fully entertain yourself with a movie and fireworks! Cinespia and Hollywood Forever are teaming up for a night full of festivities. July 1, 2023 kicks off with a DJ, photo booths, and a screening of “Pee-wee’s Big Adventure” followed by fireworks. Again, be sure to stay after each movie because the venue will be putting on an incredible firework show with music! Get all the info here.
Location: 6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038
4. Disneyland
Disneyland has a firework show pretty much every night of the year. But on the 4th of July, state-of-the-art projections, show lighting and lasers will transform Main Street, U.S.A., Sleeping Beauty Castle and the façade of “it’s a small world” into a dazzling, family-fun dance party that goes sky-high with fireworks to celebrate the leader of the club, Mickey Mouse. Learn more here!
5. Dodgers Stadium
Nothing says Fourth of July like a Dodger Dog in one hand and a michelada in the other. What better way to celebrate a holiday than at Blue Heaven on Earth? Enjoy a baseball game followed by some gorgeous fireworks at Dodgers Stadium. In the event that you can’t make it out July 4th, Dodgers Stadium offers a firework show on game days that land on Friday. Definitely something to look forward to every weekend! Check out the full schedule here.
Location: 1000 Vin Scully Ave, Los Angeles, CA
6. Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios has you covered all weekend long with their weekend full of fireworks. Catch the spectacular lights from inside the park July 2nd, 3rd & 4th starting at 9p.m. Ideal viewing areas are at Universal Plaza in the Upper Lot and near the Transformers 3D Ride in the Lower Lot. Get the full scoop here!
7. Long Beach Waterfront
Enjoy a free colorful light show in Long Beach as it reflects in the gorgeous water. Viewing locations include the downtown waterfront, the Lions Lighthouse for Sight, Shoreline Village, Rainbow Harbor, and Marina Green. Find more info here.
8. Grand Park In DTLA
Grand Park is back with its annual 4th of July Block Party. Enjoy a party full of interactive art works, food, music, two stages featuring DJs as well as musical performances, dancing, as well as other fun surprises and incredible fireworks over Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center. Learn more about it here!