Last year almost 71 million Americans traveled away from home for Independence Day. But if you’re an Angeleno, there’s no need to go anywhere else because L.A. is one of the best cities in the entire U.S. for celebrating this iconic American tradition.
L.A. has incredible community events for the 4th of July, from block parties to firework-filled concerts. And this year, many iconic L.A. spots are offering a more environmentally friendly drone light show instead of traditional fireworks.
Top 10 Cities in the U.S. for the 4th of July in 2025
These are the best cities in the United States to celebrate the 4th of July this year:
1. New York City, NY
2. Austin, TX
3. Seattle, WA
4. San Francisco, CA
5. Las Vegas, NV
6. Boston, MA
7. Houston, TX
8. Washington, D.C.
9. San Diego, CA
10. Los Angeles, CA
What was the methodology for the study?
Luggage storage network Bounce.com just revealed which U.S. cities offer the best blend of affordability and fun, festive atmosphere by analyzing key factors like:
- average 3-star hotel prices
- average clear sky score
- local parade schedules and events
They also considered how quickly travelers can reach the Independence Day action by looking at average transport times from major airports into the city. Los Angeles scored a 5.24 out of 1o overall on these criteria.