Celebrate this 4th July in Los Angeles

Friday, June 23, 2023

As the Entertainment Capital of the World, Los Angeles is second to none when it comes to hosting spectacular Fourth of July events. From Independence Day concerts at the Hollywood Bowl and Rose Bowl Stadium, to fireworks and outdoor movies, read on for the best places in LA to celebrate America’s 247th birthday.

Grand Park Fourth of July Block Party

Grand Park presents one of its signature events, the Fourth of July Block Party, from 4pm to 9:30pm. The free, family-friendly event will include food, music, two stages of DJs and music performances. Performers include Maya Jupiter, DJ Ethos, Cut Chemist, and The Beat Junkies. Performances will be followed with a dazzling drone show over The Music Center Plaza.

As an added attraction to the block party, a digital playground with Augmented Reality (AR) experiences, arts, crafts, and games will also be featured in Grand Park.

Dodger Stadium (July 4 & 7, 2023)

For Dodger fans, there’s always the hope for some fireworks from the Boys in Blue. But with Friday Night Fireworks, you’re sure to get bangs for your bucks – stay after the game for themed fireworks shows after every Friday home game. Friday games in early July include a game against the Astros on June 23rd and the Angels on July 7th. Enjoy a fireworks show at the game on July 4th when the Dodgers host the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Universal Studios Hollywood (July 4, 2023)

Universal Studios Hollywood celebrates the Fourth of July with a dazzling fireworks display, live music performances, especially themed décor and more – it’s all included in the price of admission!

From the moment guests walk along the iconic red carpet and enter the world-famous theme park, they will be immersed in July 4th festivities. Beginning at 9pm, an elaborate fireworks display will splash across the sky, synchronized to a score of Universal-themed music and patriotic favorites from two locations inside the park.

Adding to the summer fun, guests can delight in the return of The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle, featuring an incredible light projection experience, while they enjoy the magical land of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. The program runs nightly through Sunday, August 14.

Marina del Rey 4th of July Fireworks

One of Marina del Rey’s most popular annual events, the 4th of July Fireworks Show is back with a 20-minute display that starts at 9pm. The pyrotechnics will be synchronized to music played over loudspeakers at Burton Chace Park (13650 Mindanao Way) and Fisherman’s Village (13755 Fiji Way). The fireworks will be shot from a barge off the Marina’s south jetty. View the show from virtually anywhere in Marina del Rey, Venice Pier, Playa Vista and Dockweiler Beach.

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