This Fourth of July, Los Angeles comes together with a sense of renewed hope and strength. Communities across the city are finding connection by gathering for fireworks, music, and moments that remind us of what unites us.
From neighborhood parades to sunset celebrations, Angelenos are embracing the day not just with tradition, but with a renewed appreciation for freedom, togetherness, and the resilience that defines our city.
Here are some of the best Fourth of July events in Los Angeles:
Rub shoulders with A-list wax celebrities on iconic Hollywood Boulevard. If you’re mixing in some classic L.A. sightseeing with your Fourth of July plans, the Hollywood Wax Museum Entertainment Center on Hollywood Blvd is a long-running, immersive attraction where visitors can pose with life-like celebrity wax figures and enjoy several adjacent family-friendly experiences like a mirror maze, 5D ride and a zombie walkthrough.
Celebrate with the community at the Fourth of July Parade in Santa Monica
The annual Fourth of July Parade in Santa Monica is back in town and returns to its classic route. As always, friends and families can catch the parade anywhere along the Main Street route as gorgeous classic cars and community organization floats make their way through the city. The official parade grandstand will be located in front of the Ocean Park Library at the corner of Ocean Park and Main Street.
Nothing beats a classic firework show on Fourth of July – especially over the Los Angeles Skyline. No matter where you are in L.A. this Independence Day, surely you’ll be able to bring in another year of celebration with a bang! From fireworks in DTLA to glittering lights with seaside views, these are some of the best spots to catch fireworks in Los Angeles.
Known as the “Thrill Capital of the World,” Six Flags Magic Mountain hosts its annual Fourth of July Celebration, Star-Spangled Nights. Enjoy heart-pounding excitement on rides such as Wonder Woman: Flight of Courage and West Coast Racers, navigate the twists and loops of Viper and X2, and experience the thrilling drops of Twisted Colossus and Goliath.
Have fun with the whole family at Universal Studios’ 4th of July Celebration
Celebrate Independence Day at Universal Studios Hollywood. This special event will offer live performances by a fife and drum band, festive decor, and the sky filled with fireworks. Plus, guests can meet some of Universal’s most popular characters, experience thrilling rides, and eat delicious food.
Enjoy the annual Downtown Culver City Independence Celebration
The Downtown Culver City Independence Celebration returns Saturday, July 5, 2026 from 6:00 to 9:30 PM at Town Plaza. This is a free, family-friendly event now in its second year. This year’s event is 80s-themed. The Independence Celebration will have live music by Guilty Pleasure Makers, a flag salute, and a National Anthem performance. Plus, in an effort to promote sustainability, Culver City is replacing the former fireworks display with a safe, environmentally friendly, and spectacular drone light show by Sky Elements.
Cheer on Mr. and Mrs. Muscle Beach at Venice Beach
Watch this year’s Mr. and Mrs. Muscle Beach be crowned at Venice Beach this 4th of July. The finals start at 1 pm. Don’t miss the Greatest Outdoor Body Building Show On Earth!
Celebrating the Fourth of July in Los Angeles is a feast for the senses, especially when it involves indulging in the city’s renowned barbecue. Many of L.A.’s top BBQ spots will remain open on Independence Day, offering everything from smoky brisket and tangy ribs to plant-based patties and Southern sides. Whether you’re picnicking in a park or dining out, L.A.’s award-winning BBQ scene provides a delicious way to celebrate the holiday.
Enjoy the annual Pacific Palisades July 4th Celebration
Pacific Palisades will welcome back its full slate of holiday programming on July 4 for the 79th year! Festivities will include a 5K and 10K run, a community parade, and a fireworks display.
Enjoy family fun at the Ronald Reagan Library 4th of July Celebration
Commemorate the 250th anniversary of the birth of the United States and the signing of the Declaration of Independence that will kick off this year on July 4th. Taking place from 10am to 3pm, the 4th of July Celebration at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library includes live music, family entertainment, picnic games, arts & crafts, photo ops with presidential lookalikes, and more.
Gloria Molina Grand Park once again hosts one of its signature Fourth of July event in Los Angeles, the 4th of July Block Party! This year’s celebration offers a vibrant mix of art activities, sports games, live music, and dance, alongside a variety of L.A.’s favorite food trucks.
Celebrate the 250th anniversary with music, fireworks, and the Giving 4th initiative on July 4, 2026. If you’re looking for a big, all-ages Fourth of July event in L.A., America’s Block Party will be held at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, July 4, 2026, featuring Chris Stapleton, The Smashing Pumpkins, and hosted by Queen Latifah.
Solvang goes all out for America’s 250th with a parade, music, vendors and fireworks. If you’re up for a Fourth of July day trip outside L.A., Solvang will host a full-day Salute to America 250 celebration on July 4, 2026, featuring a 9:00 AM patriotic concert, a 10:00 AM parade, live music, an all-day festival from noon–10:00 PM, and fireworks around 9:00 PM over Old Mission Santa Inés.
California’s biggest Fourth of July drone show will feature 700 synchronized drones over DTLA. For a high-energy, family-friendly way to celebrate in the heart of the city, the free Fourth of July block party at Gloria Molina Grand Park in DTLA will culminate in California’s biggest drone show — a synchronized performance of 700 drones with a bespoke soundtrack, plus live stages, AR installations, food trucks, and family activities. Organizers expect about 35,000 attendees and several surrounding city blocks will be closed to traffic.
Celebrate the Fourth of July weekend with a Shrek screening and fireworks at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Hollywood Forever Cemetery will screen the Oscar-winning animated film Shrek on Friday, July 3, 2026, with gates opening at 7:15 PM, the movie starting at 9:00 PM, and a fireworks spectacle expected around 10:30 PM.
