Santa Monica July 4th Fireworks, Parades & More: 2018 Guide

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA – Are you looking to catch a July 4th fireworks show, parade or festival this year?

Check out the town-by-town listings below of Independence Day celebrations and events for 2018 in Santa Monica, the Westside and throughout the Los Angeles region:

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CULVER CITY:

JULY 4: July 4th Concert & Fireworks 2018: West LA College. Carnival games, food trucks & good time for all!

• West Los Angeles College, 9000 Overland Ave, Culver City, California 90230
• Gates open 4 p.m.

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HOLLYWOOD:

JULY 2-4: July 4th Fireworks Spectacular 2018 & The Go-Go's: Hollywood Bowl. Three nights.

• Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90068
• Tickets on sale.

JULY 3: July 3 'Thelma & Louise' & Fireworks: Forever Cemetery. "Watch the night sky sparkle with unforgettable fireworks and the best outdoor screen."

• NOTE DATE: July 3.
• Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
• $35

JULY 4: July 4 'Footloose' & Fireworks 2018: Forever Cemetery. "The most spectacular, most riveting Independence Day film and fireworks pairing ever!"

• Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
• $35

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LONG BEACH:

JULY 4: Queen Mary 4th Of July Celebration & Fireworks. All-day family fun plus a dynamic fireworks display.

• Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802
• 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.

JULY 4: July 4 BBQ & Fireworks View 2018: Aquarium Of Pacific. "Get a fish-eye view of the Queen Mary fireworks display."

• Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
• 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

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LOS ANGELES:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2018: Exposition Park - Coliseum. Picnic-style event with live music, games and fun for the kids.

• Exposition Park, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, 90037
• 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

JULY 4: Grand Park 4th Of July Block Party & Fireworks. "Picnicking, games, art-making, music, dancing and stunning fireworks show high above Downtown L.A."

• Grand Park, 200 N Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
• 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.

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MALIBU:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks. Sign up for barge notifications.

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MARINA DEL REY:

JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks. Great viewing at Burton Chace Park & Fisherman's Village.

• 9 p.m.

JULY 4: 4th of July Cruises. Choose from Champagne Brunch Cruise, Fireworks Dinner Cruise, or Fireworks Observation Cruise with appetizers.

• PRICE: $75- $109.95 per person* (*Tax, service charge and landing fee may apply)

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PACIFIC PALISADES:

JULY 4: July 4th Runs, Parade & Fireworks. Among the best Independence Day celebrations in the region!

• Races: 8:15 a.m.
• Kids Run: 9:30 a.m.
• Parade: 2 p.m.
• Food/Concert Gates Open and Kid’s Activities & 2nd Stage Concert: 4 p.m.
• Main Stage Concert: 6 p.m.
• Fireworks: 9 p.m.

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SANTA MONICA:

JUNE 30: Independence Day Fest & Pre-July 4th Fireworks. A star-spangled salute.

• NOTE DATE: June 30.
• Santa Monica College, 1900 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405

JULY 4: 4th of July Parade 2018. It is the 12th year for this fun community event.

• Main Street, Santa Monica, CA
• 9:30 a.m.

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VENICE:

JULY 4: July 4th 'Mr. & Mrs. Muscle Beach' 2018. An annual tradition at Muscle Beach.

• 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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WEST HOLLYWOOD:

JULY 4: Fourth Of July BBQ & DJs 2018: Skybar. Celebrate in style!

• Skybar at Mondrian, 8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, California 90069
• 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

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WESTCHESTER:

JULY 4: LAX Coastal July 4th Parade . This year's theme: Cities Across America.

• Loyola Boulevard, Westchester, Los Angeles, CA
• 11 a.m.

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FOR FULL GUIDE TO LA REGION: LA County July 4th Fireworks, Parades & More: 2018 Guide

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ALSO SEE: Summer Fun Activity Guide: Los Angeles County 2018

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