Fourth of July Family Fun 2010

American We Love You, Monterey Park



Come support your Veterans!! American Legion Post 397 will be open at 1:00 pm on July 4th serving food, drinks (alcoholic and non), play some pool, eat cotton candy, candied apples and get the kids (or you) face painted! 338 S. Ramona Avenue, Monterey Park 91754 *Please note all alcoholic beverages must be consumed on Legion property!Then join the fun at Barnes park across the street! “America, we love you” is the theme for this year’s spectacular Independence Day Celebration, to be held from 3 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at Barnes Park, (350 S. McPherrin Avenue). The day will feature entertainment, food, and fun for the entire family. Patriotic activities include children's crafts, music by the Monterey Park Concert Band, the announcement of the July 4th Poster Contest winners, and the introduction of new citizens and Military families. New U.S. citizens and Military families are encouraged to contact the Special Events Manager or at 626) 307-1388 to be included in the program. The day will include a dramatic Skydiving Exhibition at 8 p.m. and conclude with a stirring Firework Show at 9:00 p.m. Additional parking has been reserved at Repetto School (650 S. Grandridge Ave) and St. Stephens Church (320 W. Garvey Avenue) for the event.




4th of July AmericaFest at the Rose Bowl

One of the largest fireworks displays in Southern California with music and food vendors in the nearby Arroyo.When: July 4th, food court opens at 2 pm; stadium opens at 6 pm, Drum and Bugle performances begin at 7, Fireworks at 9:05 pm.Where: The Rose Bowl Stadium, PasadenaCost: $13 General Admission, Kids 7 and under free, advance tickets go on sale in May through www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets go on sale at the gate about a week before the event. Cash only at the stadium.Parking: $15 cash for carsInfo: 626-577-3100, www.rosebowlstadium.com/RoseBowl_Americafest.htm




Palisades Americanism Parade

Old fashioned Independence Day Parade followed by entertainment and a fireworks display.When: July 4th, 2:00 parade, 6:30 pm entertainment, 9 pm fireworksWhere: Parade on Sunset Blvd. in Pacific Palisades between via de la Paz and Drummond St., Entertainment and fireworks at Palisades Charter High School.Info: www.palisadesparade.org




July 4th Fireworks, Marina Del Rey

Traditional fireworks extravaganza over the main channel in Marina del Rey programmed to patriotic music broadcast over FM radio KXLU, 88.9 and relayed over loudspeakers in Chase Park.When: July 4, 9 pmWhere: Chase Park, 13650 Mindanao Way (1 block west of Admiralty Way), Marina del Rey. Also viewable from Fisherman's Village and Marina BeachCost: FREEInfo: 310-305-9545, http://www.visitmarinadelrey.com/sg/july_4/index.html




July 4th Fireworks at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

This free fireworks show launched from near the LA Memorial Coliseum is not actually in the Coliseum, but can be viewed from areas around Exposition Park including from Christmas Tree Lane or from the south lawn. Bring blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy the show.When: July 4, 8:45 pmWhere: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, 3911 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CACost: FREEParking: available at 39th and Figueroa St.; Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and Hoover St.; also at the USC CampusInfo: www.lacoliseumlive.com




Mr. & Mrs. Muscle Beach, Venice Beach

Body building pageant on the beach.When: July 4th, 9 am to 5 pm, pre-judging 10 am, finals 1 pmWhere: Venice Recreation Center, 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice BeachCost: Free to watch, $80 to competeInfo: http://musclebeachvenice.com, 310-399-2775Annual Vision Outside 4th of July Jazz and Blues Festival in Leimert ParkCelebrate the 4th of July at the Vision Theatre in Leimert Park with jazz and blues, children’s arts and crafts, face painting, delicious food, and free watermelon.When: July 4, 1:00 pm – 7:00 pmWhere: Vision Theatre back lot, 3341 W. 43rd Pl., Los AngelesCost: FreeInfo: 213-202-5500, www.culturela.org




4th of July BBQ at the Aquarium of the Pacific

Enjoy the Aquarium at night and get a fish-eye view of the Queen Mary fireworks. Combo tickets include admission to the aquarium plus an Independence Day B-B-Q buffet with home-style grilled entrees and decadent deserts. When: July 4, 5:00 - 10:00 pm Dinner 6 - 8 pm, Aquarium opens at 9 amWhere: Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, 320 Golden Shore, Long BeachCost: Aquarium Admission is $11.95 for everyone after 5 pm. Regular admission is $20.95 Adult, $11.95 child 3-11, $17.95 seniors, Aquarium plus dinner $34 Adult, $27 Child. Advance reservations required for dinner.Info: 562-590-3100, www.aquariumofpacific.org


BBQ, Brews and Red, White & Blues

The Queen Mary Independence Day celebration will be an old-fashioned BBQ with Carolina, Texas, Kansas City and St. Louis BBQ represented as well as corn-on-the-cob, baked beans, funnel cake and other barbecue favorites. For desert, there's a build-your-own strawberry shortcake station. There will be 2 stages of live music, strolling entertainers and a children's area, culminating in the spectacular 4th of July fireworks show. Special hotel rates are available.When: July 3-4 11 am to 9 pm, Fireworks on the 4th at 9:00 pm (DJ on the back of the ship from 8 pm - 11 pm)Where: The Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, CA 90802Cost: $24.95 Adult, $12.95 children 5-11, $21.95 military/seniors, tickets at the box office or onlineParking: $15Info: www.queenmary.com




Long Beach Kids' July 4th Bike Parade

Children and adults are encouraged to decorate their bikes and themselves for this annual patriotic procession on wheels that takes place on the beach bike path in Long Beach. In addition to the bike parade, the event will include competitions for children 12 and younger, including a Patriotic Oratory Competition (advance submission required), watermelon seed spitting, and patriotic costume contest. When: 10 am Where: Granada Ave and the bike path, Long Beach, CA 90803Cost: FreeParking: Free parking in Granada Beach Lot for the event, metered street parkingInfo: http://justinrudd.com/bikeparade.html




4th of July Celebration in San Pedro

Live music, U.S. military exhibits, tours of a Navy frigate, armed forces, and U.S. Coast Guard demonstrations, displays by the LA City Fire Department’s firefighting boat, and the Washington Artillery Reenactment group followed by fireworks.When: July 4, 12:00 noon – 10:00 pmWhere: Cabrillo Beach, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San PedroCost: FreeInfo: 310-548-7401, www.laparks.org




Soccer with Fireworks - LA Galaxy vs. Seattle Sounders FCLA Galaxy will take on the Seattle Sounders FC on July 4th with post game fireworks at the Home Depot Center in Carson. Also the first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a free upper deck trading card. When: July 4th, 2010, 7:30 PM Where: Home Depot Center, Carson CA Cost: $20 and upParking: $15 Info: www.lagalaxy.com, 1-877-342-5499




Annual San Fernando Valley Independence Day Celebration A holiday celebration in the San Fernando Valley featuring music and other live entertainment, food, and fireworks. Take a swim in the 1.5-acre swim lake available for use during the day. When: July 4, 10 am – 10:00 pm Where: Hansen Dam Recreation Area, 11770 Foothill Blvd., Lake View TerraceCost: FreeInfo: 1-888-LA PARKS (527-2757), www.laparks.org




Irwindale Speedway NASCAR Races and Fireworks Show NASCAR K&N Pro West Series 200 Race and Auto Club Late Model Firecracker 100 races followed by a fireworks show.When: July 3, 4 pm – 10 pm, Gates open at 4, Autograph sessions at 5:45, races start at 7 pm Where:Toyota Speedway at Irwindale, 500 Speedway Drive, Irwindale, CA 91706Cost: General Admission $15, Reserved $25, Senior $12, Children 12 and under free (free ticket required).Info: www.toyotaspeedwayatirwindale.comJ




July 4th Fireworks Festival in Studio City This is a fun-filled family festival featuring exhibits, music, food, fireworks, a children’s fun zone, and a business exposition in a back lot at CBS Studios.When: July 4, 5:00 – 9:30 pm, gates open at 4:30 pmWhere: CBS Studio Center, 4024 Radford Ave., Studio City, Los AngelesCost: Adults $15 advance, $20 at the gate, Children 6-12 $8 advance, $10 at the gate, add $20 for rooftop viewing access or pay $100 for VIP tickets.Parking: FreeInfo: 818-655-5916, www.studiocitychamber.com




Annual Dennis P. Zine July 4th Extravaganza in Woodland Hills

Huge Fourth of July fireworks festival in the West Valley with food vendors, play zone, a free concert and fireworks show.When: July 4, Concert 6:00 - 8:00 pm, fireworks to live music at 9:05 pm Where: Warner Park, 5800, Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland HillsCost: FreeParking: $15 in any of the Warner Center structures between Topanga and Canoga or Califa and OxnardInfo: 818-704-1358, www.valleycultural.org




4th of July Spectacular in Porter Ranch The FREE festival and fireworks show at Shepherd of the Hills Church in Porter Ranch includes moon bounces and face painting for the children, an outdoor stage show as well as optional food purchases from over a dozen local food vendors; all capped off with a twenty-one minute aerial fireworks display. When: July 4, 4:30 pm – 10 pm, Gates open at 4:30Where: Shepherd of the Hills Church , 19700 Rinaldi Street, Porter Ranch, CA 91326Cost: FreeParking: FreeInfo: www.theshepherd.org/events/4th-of-july-spectacular




Independence Day Celebration and Parade in Huntington Beach The “largest and oldest parade of its kind west of the Mississippi,” a 5K run/walk, bands, clowns, celebrities, floats and fireworks on “Surf City’s” famous Main Street. When: Parade July 4, Festival July 3, 4, 5Where: Festival at Pier Plaza at Huntington Beach Pier, Parade runs along Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Clay Ave.Cost: Free, reserved parade seating and fireworks seating is available for a fee.Info: www.hb4thofjuly.orgView HB Parade Photos.




City of Diamond Bar’s Annual 4th of July Blast

Spend the summer afternoon at the park with family, friends, and neighbors. Bring a picnic or enjoy a variety of concessions available. Kids’ crafts, face painting, and patriotic musical performances lead up to the fireworks display.When: July 4, 5:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.Where: Diamond Bar High School, 21400 Pathfinder Rd, Diamond BarCost: FreeInfo: 909-839-7070, www.cityofdiamondbar.com






Old Glory Boat Parade Decorated boats parade through Newport Harbor When: July 4, 1-5 pmWhere: Newport Harbor/Balboa IslandCost: FreeInfo: www.balboa-island.net, (949) 673-5070




Dana Point 4th of July Fireworks Show The City of Dana Point presents an aerial sky show, featuring a musical simulcast presented by radio station KSBR 88.5 FM. Arrive early to picnic over the Harbor on the cliffs of Blue Lantern Park or Heritage Park. When: July 4, 9 pm, beach opens at 6 amWhere: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629Cost: FreeInfo: www.danapoint.org, (949) 248-3530Note: Fireworks are NOT permitted on the beach.




Fullerton Community Fireworks Show and Festival An old-fashioned Fourth of July party, the festival features live entertainment, games for all ages, food booths and a special aerial fireworks display. When: July 4, 5-9:30Where: Fullerton High School Stadium, Lemon St. & Berkeley Ave. Fullerton, CA 92832Cost: Free. Fee for some activitiesInfo: www.cityoffullerton.com, (714) 738-6545





Disney's Celebrate America! A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky A special 4th of July fireworks display over Disneyland set to music. When: July 1-4, 9:30 pmWhere: Disneyland CaliforniaCost: Regular Disneyland Admission appliesInfo: www.Disneyland.comMore: Disneyland Visitors Guide