Safe Firework(Fourth) Celebrations in Los Angeles Areas

We will be at The American Legion in the City of Monterey Park....

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=229495260395853

Join us in celebrating our Independence Day!

American Legion will be open for BBQ hot dogs and hamburgers, a cold beer and great seats in viewing the City of Monterey Park's fireworks display!

Want to park in our lot? Arrive early and pay $5.00

The Auxiliary will also be providing face painting (by Agaperabba), candied apples, popcorn, cotton candy and patriotic goodies such as hats, pins, flags and more!

“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 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.

Approximate schedule for 2011 at the park

3:00 PM BBQ and Fun at the Legion
Food Booths Open, Crafts & Games begin at the Park
4:00 PM Band
5:15 PM Poster Contest Winners, New Citizens, Military Families, and Dignitaries
6:30 PM Band (Classic Rock and R&B hits)
8:00 PM Golden Stars Sky Diving Team Demonstration
8:15 PM Band
9:00 PM Firework Spectacular - Please note - Ramona Avenue will be closed around 7:30 p.m. until the conclusion of the firework show.

Please stop by and get face painted, eat a burger, talk with a Vet or have a soda or adult beverage before watching the firework display!

If you can't make it, here are a few other options:



July 3

Avalon
Isthmus Cove Barge
9:00 p.m.

Cudahy
Cudahy Park
5220 Santa Ana St. (Field that backs up to the Riverbed)
9:00 p.m.

La Mirada
La Mirada High School (Soccer Field)
13520 Adelfa Ave.
9:00 p.m.

La Puente Park
501 N. Glendora Ave.
9:00 p.m.

Norwalk
Cerritos College
12350 Imperial Highway (Parking Lot)
9:00 p.m.

South El Monte
South El Monte High School
1001 N. Durfee Ave.
9:00 p.m.

July 4

Alhambra
Almansor Park
800 S. Almansor St.
Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
See the show from anywhere in the park. Limited parking, so arrive early.
Bring your own picnic or purchase food from various Youth Group Food Vendors. http://www.cityofalhambra.org/government/Fireworks.html

Artesia
Artesia Community Park
12000 block of South Street / Elaine
Admission is free
9:00 p.m.

Baldwin Park
Sierra Vista High School
3600 Frazier Ave. (Field behind bleachers)
9:00 p.m.

Burbank
Starlight Bowl
1249 Lockheed View Drive
Celebrate America and our heritage at this fun and festive Independence Day event for the entire family. Join the Starlight Bowl and The United States Air Force for an evening of great entertainment filled with surprises. See a flyover, the induction of new enlistees, United States Air Force Veteran Daniel Rutherford singing the National Anthem, Surfin’ USA, The Burbank Philharmonic Orchestra and of course the best fireworks show in Los Angeles.
Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Entertainment from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Fireworks - 9:00 p.m http://www.starlightbowl.com/july4.html

Calabasas
Calabasas High School
22855 W. Mulholland Hwy.
9:00 p.m.

Castaic Lake
Castaic Lake Recreation Area (Lower Lake)
32132 Castaic Lake
9:00 p.m.

Cerritos
Cerritos High School
12500 E. 183rd Street
9:00 p.m.

Claremont
Pomona College (Hammer Throw Field)
6th Street / N. Mills
9:00 p.m.

Commerce
Rosewood Park (Parking lot of Youth Center)
2535 Commerce Way
9:00 p.m.

Culver City 4401 Elenda Street (Culver City High School)
9:00 p.m.
invite you to attend our annual Fourth of July fireworks show at Culver City High School. Gates open at 5PM, entertainment begins at 6:30PM, and the fireworks start at 9PM. and the The
if you'd like to see a map of the vicinity. Parking is available in nearby lots for $5 per car. Enter those lots off of Braddock Dr. at Huron Ave., two blocks east of Sepulveda Blvd.Culver City High School is located at 4401 Elenda Street.
For 55 years the Exchange Club of Culver City has been dedicated to bettering the lives of our community's children with a special focus on the prevention of child abuse. The suggested donation of $2 per person (children under 5 are free) will help us continue those efforts.
If you're hungry you'll be able to purchase hotdogs, soda, and Kettle Corn. You can also get tickets for the Exchange Club's raffle, which features grand prizes of an LCD flat screen tv and $100 gift certificates good at Westfield Fox Hills Mall! There will be great live music, too.
Please note that you are not allowed to bring alcohol or fireworks of any kind onto the school grounds.
http://culvercityfireworksshow.com/

Diamond Bar
Diamond Bar High School - Baseball Field
21400 E. Pathfinder Rd. (Pathfinder & Brea Canyon)
9:00 p.m.

Gardena
Rowley Park (Baseball Field)
13220 S. Van Ness Ave.
9:00 p.m.

Hansen Dam
11770 Foothill Blvd.
Lake View Terrace
4th of July Celebration at Hansen Dam is in its 17th year and is a free fun- filled family Cultural Affair which includes Gourmet Food Trucks, Music, Raffles & Prizes, Free Water Slide Kid Zone and other entertainment, which culminates with one of the most dramatic fireworks displays in the area.
Visit the kids zone sponsored by Shrek The Musical coming to the Pantages Theatre July 12-31. Get to the Hansem Dam July 4th, 2011 between 12-1PM to see Shrek perform live on the main stage!
$10.00 (Parking lot fills fast, please arrive early to secure a good spot)
Monday, July 4th 11:00 pm http://www.hansen4th.com/home/index.php

Hollywood
Hollywood Bowl
2301 North Highland Ave.
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with special guests Daryl Hall & John Oates
Saturday, July 2, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 3, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 4, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
323.850.2000 http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/tickets/performance-detail.cfm?id=4229

Huntington Beach Main St. from Pacific Coast Highway to Ellis
July 4, 2011 4th of July Parade - The biggest parade west of the Mississippi for Independence Day includes an entire day of fun. The parade begins on Pacific Coast Highway at Main Street at 10 a.m. and travels up Main Street to Gothard Street, usually lasting about 2.5 hours. Time: 10 a.m. Location: Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Ellis.
FIREWORKS AT THE BEACH
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
SURF CITY RUN & VENDOR EXPO
VENDOR EXPO
Those Guys, band - at Perqs Nite Club. Time: 7 p.m. Location: 117 Main St. Huntington Beach, CA. Phone: (714) 960-9996.
http://www.huntingtonbeachevents.com/calendar.html#4th_of_July_Information

Huntington Park
Salt Lake Park (Northwest Soccer Field)
3401 E. Florence Blvd.
9:00 p.m.

La Crescenta
Crescenta Valley High School
2900 Community Ave.
Entrance is via La Crescenta Elementary
Tickets are $5 each; children under 2 get in for free.
9:00 p.m. http://www.cvfireworks.com/

La Habra
La Habra High School (Baseball Field)
801 Highlander
9:00 p.m.

Lancaster
Antelope Valley Fairgrounds
2551 West Ave H http://www.avfair.com/

Lancaster
Lancaster Municipal Stadium
2400 W. Avenue I
Lancaster
6:55 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

Long Beach
The Queen Mary
1126 Queen's Highway
Join us for a day of fun in the sun and an unforgettable 4th of July celebration. The day’s festivities include entertainment throughout the day:
• Strolling performers, Balloon Artists, Face Painters and Uncle Sam!
• On the main stage you can groove to the tunes of Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats, an energetic and dynamic band playing blues and swing (12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.)
• GRAMMY Nominated, Lisa Haley and the Zydekats, one of the most joyful Americana/Cajun/Zydeco acts on tour today (4:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.)
• Dance the night away on the Verandah Deck located on the stern of the ship with a DJ Craig playing your favorite dance mixes from Classic Rock and Roll and Disco to the hottest jams of today (7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.)
• Fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
http://www.queenmary.com/July-Fourth.aspx

Lynwood
Lynwood City Park
Baseball Field
11301 Bullis Rd.
9:00 p.m.

Malibu (Private)
Barge off the Coast
80 Malibu Colony Road
9:00 p.m.

Malibu (Private)
Barge off the Coast
21528 Pacific Coast Highway
9:00 p.m.

Malibu (Private)
Barge off the Coast
27910 Pacific Coast Highway
9:00 p.m.

Malibu (Private)
Barge off the Coast
22338 Pacific Coast Highway
9:00 p.m.

Pacific Palisades
Palisades Charter High School
15777 Bowdoin Street
July 4th
Entertainment 6:30 p.m.
Fireworks 9:00 p.m. http://palisadesparade.org/Fireworks.php

Pasadena
Rose Bowl
"Americafest 2011"
Family Fun Festival & Food Court on Area H
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
9:05 pm
Active Military with ID FREE
http://www.rosebowlstadium.com/RoseBowl_Americafest.php

Pico Rivera
Meller Elementary School (West grass area)
6016 Rosemead Blvd.
9:00 p.m.

Pomona
Pomona Fairplex
1101 W. McKinley
Pomona
It’s the 25th annual fireworks spectacular at Fairplex. Monster trucks and motoX extreme get the crowd cheering and the stupendous fireworks are the grand finale. The nighttime programming is a crowd pleaser and has played to a sold-out audience since its inception in 2002. It puts the boom in KABOOM!
The FMX riders delivering the colossal speed, moves, jumps and spins are the amazing Jimmy Fitzpatrick, Jeff Griffin, Julian Dusseau and Nick Dunn. And, then the dusty big boys appear led by Bounty Hunter, Iron Outlaw, Time Fly's, Fired Up and Obsession. Drivers navigate these behemoths weighing between 9-11 thousand pounds perched on 66 inch tires kicking up the dust and excitement levels exponentially.
*Please note that all riders and drivers are subject to change without notice.
Monster Truck and Big Air Free style Motocross 8 p.m.
Fireworks Spectacular 9:20 p.m. (Gates open at 5 p.m.)
Tickets are available online and at the kiosk at the Fairplex Credentials Office weekdays from 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. beginning Monday, May 9 –July 4 (or until sold out).Reserved Box Seats $19.50
Trackside Bleachers $17.50
General Seating $15
Buffet at Top of the Park $45
Free, ages 2 and younger
http://www.fairplex.com/fp/eventscalendar/kaboom.asp

Porter Ranch
Porter Ranch
Welcome to the 13th Annual 4th of July Spectacular presented by Shepherd of the Hills Church and Shapell Homes; one the largest 4th of July shows in all of Southern California. This event features an aerial fireworks presentation, inflatable "moon bounces" for the kids and a wide variety of local food vendors. In addition, we will have a Civil Air Patrol Cadets color guard presentation honoring military service men and women.
When: July 4, Gates open at 4:30
Cost: Free
Parking: Free http://www.theshepherd.org/4th

Redondo Beach
Seaside Lagoon
200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach
Gates open at 2:00, Fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
Kids 4th Annual Freedom Parade at 7:00, Live Entertainment until 10:00 p.m. http://www.redondofireworks.com/

Rosemead
Rosemead Park
9200 Mission Avenue
9:00 p.m.

South Gate
South Gate Park
Corner of Pinehurst and Tweedy
9:00 p.m.

Sunland-Tujunga
Verdugo Hills High School
10625 Plainview Ave.
4:00 to 10:00 p.m. http://stnc.org/

Torrance
Barge off Coast of Torrance Beach
Palos Verdes and Via Rivera.
9:00 p.m.

Whittier (Private)
Friendly Hills Country Club
8500 Villa Verde Drive / Mar Vista
9:00 p.m.

Woodland Hills
Warner Park
5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Entertainment starts at 6 p.m.
Fireworks at 9 p.m. http://valleycultural.org/dennis-p-zines-july-4th-extravaganza-july-4/

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

Independence Day!

Enjoy the fourth of July in style

City of San Marino's Annual 4th of July Celebration 4 - 9pm Lacy Park,1485 Virginia Rd, San Marino (map) Ongoing game booths and bingo from 4 to 7 pm, a community parade at 5 pm, stage entertainment from 5:30 to 9pm and a fireworks display at approximately 9pm. The park's Virginia Road entrance opens at 7am. No entrance via St. Albans Road until 3pm. Guests may reserve areas using blankets, chairs and ropes. No stakes will be permitted in the ground. Wristbands must be purchased for the park festivities. Contact the city Recreation Department 626.403.2200.

FREE Sierra Madre 4th of July Celebration 10am – 4pm Memorial Park, 222 W. Sierra Madre Blvd, Sierra Madre (map) Celebrate with a parade, FREE Dixieland music, and outdoor games. The parade “where half the town marches and the other half watches,” starts at 10am followed by outdoor games and festivities in the park. The Nightblooming Jazzmen performing noon - 4pm; food booths and beer garden 10am - 4pm. More info: 626. 355.7394.

FREE Lakeshore Fun Firecracker Craft, 11am - 3pm 3848 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena (map) Kids celebrate our nation's birthday by creating kid-safe firecracker decorations. No reservations required. Store closes at 4pm for the holiday.

West Covina Independence Day Celebration Edgewood Middle School 2 - 11pm 1625 W. Durness St. West Covina (map) A carnival, live music and, of course, fireworks for fun on the fourth also benefits the Muscular Dystrophy Association. This is the 19th annual celebration and the entrance fee to the carnival is only $1. Carnival lasts until 11pm with extra costs for rides & food. FREE live music 5 - 9pm with FREE fireworks afterwards. Make it a full day with a $4 pancake breakfast 8 - 11am @ Hurst Ranch, 1227 S. Orange Ave. More info: 626.939.8430

South Pasadena Festival of Balloons Parade, 11am Mission and Diamond Streets, South Pasadena (map) A Fourth of July parade and more for the whole family. Start with a 7am pancake breakfast at the Fire Dept. Parade open ceremonies at 10:30a.m; parade kicks off @ 11am. Gates open @ 5:30pm at the Southa Pasadena High School Field for the 9pm fireworks. Buy $7 tickets at the pancake breakfast or $10 tix at the gate. More info: 626.818.8000

Americafest 4th of July Celebration @ the Rose Bowl 2 - 9:30pm. Rose Bowl, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena (map) The Rose Bowl's 4th of July celebration in has kept the Star Spangled spirit flying for 83 years. The day combines a safe and entertaining family activity and the biggest and best fireworks show in Southern California.
The fun begins outside the stadium with food vendors, entertainment, crafts, exhibits and inflatable rides for kids outside the stadium starting at 2pm. The stadium gates open at 6pm with the Drum Corps International (DCI) Marching Music's Major LeaguesTM, presenting five of the nation's best Drum and Bugle Corps performing field shows and music at 7pm. At 9:05pm the fireworks show lights the night. The 30-minute show is choreographed and produced by world-renown Pyrospectacular.
General admission tickets are $13, children under age 7 are free. Preferred seating tix for adults and children: $25. Call 800.745.3000 for tickets, or use www.ticketmaster.com. Parking is $15.

Palisades Americanism Parade Old fashioned Independence Day Parade followed by entertainment and a fireworks display.When: July 4th, 2:00 parade, 7 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 Extravaganza, Marina Del Rey A 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 p.m. Where: 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

Mr. & Mrs. Muscle Beach, Venice BeachBody building pageant on the beach. When: July 4th, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., pre-judging 10 am, finals 1 pm Where: 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice BeachCost: Free to watch, $80 to competeSponsor: City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and ParksInfo: http://musclebeachvenice.com, 310-399-2775

Annual Vision Outside 4th of July Jazz and Blues Festival in Leimert ParkCelebrate the 4th of July at the Vision Theatre in Leimert Park with the rich cultural heritage of the diverse sounds of jazz and blues. There will also be children’s arts and crafts, face painting, delicious food available, and free watermelon.When: July 4, 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Where: Vision Theatre back lot, 3341 W. 43rd Pl., Los AngelesCost: FreeSponsor: City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural AffairsInfo: 213-202-5500, www.culturela.org

4th of July BBQ at the Aquarium of the PacificEnjoy the Aquarium at night and get a fish-eye view of the Queen Mary fireworks. Guests can also choose special combo tickets to enjoy admission to the aquarium plus an Independence Day B-B-Q buffet with home-style entrees hot off the grill 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 for the evening will be $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

Long Beach Sea Festival July 4th Festival Festival activities from Belmont Pier to the Shoreline Marina with a view of the fireworks over the Queen Mary. There will be live music, BBQ and Beer Garden, boat rides, and reserved seats for fireworks viewing on the Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier. Marina Green off Pine Avenue and Shoreline Drive will host the Long Beach Car Show with live bands and art exhibits July 4th and 5th with a view of the fireworks. The Queen Mary herself is also a great place to view the fireworks if you get there early enough to beat the traffic and enjoy the street performers, karaoke and nightclub acts.When: July 4 noon to 10 pm at the Pier, Fireworks at 9:00 pm. Car Show July 4 and 5, entertainment 3-10 pm. Where: Car Show at Marina Green Park east of Shoreline Village, Party on the Pier 99-39th Place, Long Beach, CA 90803 Cost: $20 for Party on the Pier, Car Show TBDParking: Outdoor pay lots are at Shoreline Village and the Shoreline Marina (get ticket from parking machine). There’s a metered all-day lot at Alamitos Beach. Street meters are 9 am - 9 pm daily. Pay parking structures are available at the Aquarium, the Pike and the Convention Center. Pay lot at Belmont Pier. Red Passport buses run between downtown and Belmont Shore. Info: Party on the Pier, www.longbeachcarshow.com, www.queenmary.com

4th of July Celebration in San PedroLive 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 firing cannons along the coastline followed by fireworks.When: July 4, 12:00 noon – 10:00 p.m.Where: Cabrillo Beach, 3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San PedroCost: FreeInfo: 310-548-7401, www.laparks.org

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, 12:00 noon – 10:00 p.m. Where: Hansen Dam Recreation Area, 11770 Foothill Blvd., Lake View TerraceCost: FreeSponsor: City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and ParksInfo: 1-888-LA PARKS (527-2757), www.laparks.org

Irwindale Speedway NASCAR Races and Fireworks Show California Highway Patrol 200, NASCAR Camping World West Series Race and Auto Club Late Model Firecracker 100 races followed by a fireworks show.When: July 4, 4 pm – 10 pm, Gates open at 4, Autograph sessions at 5:45, races start at 7 pmWhere:Toyota Speedway at Irwindale, 500 Speedway Drive, Irwindale, CA 91706Cost: General Admission $15, Reserved $35, Senior $12, Youth 6-12 $7.50, Children 12 and under free (free ticket required).Info: www.toyotaspeedwayatirwindale.com

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, 4:30 – 9:30 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.Sponsor: Studio City Chamber of CommerceInfo: 818-655-5916, www.studiocitychamber.com

Annual Dennis P. Zine July 4th Extravaganza in Woodland HillsHuge Fourth of July fireworks festival in the West Valley with food vendors, play zone, a free concert and fireworks show.When: July 4, Concert begins at 6:00 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 Oxnard Sponsor: Valley Cultural CenterInfo: 818-704-1358, www.valleycultural.org

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 BlastSpend 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: FreeSponsor: City of Diamond BarInfo: 909-839-7070, www.cityofdiamondbar.com

Old Glory Boat Parade Decorated boats parade through Newport HarborWhen: 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