18th Street Arts Center

Wildfires have transformed communities across California, leaving behind not only altered landscapes but lasting emotional, cultural, and personal impacts. In The After, a collaborative initiative led by 18th Street Arts Center, brings together artists, wildfire survivors, community organizations, and neighbors to explore creative pathways toward healing, resilience, and collective restoration.
Through storytelling, art-making, and shared experiences, In The After creates space to honor what has been lost, document what remains, and imagine what comes next. The project centers the voices and lived experiences of those directly impacted by the Palisades and Eaton fires, using creative practice as a tool for connection, remembrance, and community care.
In The After brings together artists Cara Levine, Felix Massey, Miguel Rivera, and Nicole Rademacher to explore how art, storytelling, and collective care can support wildfire recovery and community resilience. During the launch, Cara Levine will introduce her Silverlinings project, sharing the process behind the work through a conversation, Q&amp;A, and live demonstration. Filmmaker Felix Massey will present selections from Through The Smoke, his documentary project capturing the immediate aftermath of the Palisades Fire, followed by a Q&amp;A with special guests. Miguel Rivera will guide the gathering as host, opening and closing the program and helping connect the afternoon’s conversations, artists, and community voices. Nicole Rademacher will introduce her upcoming Still Here workshops, a series launching next year.

Local Event: In the After - Communal Launch

Los Angeles County

Santa Monica

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In the After - Communal Launch

Wildfires have transformed communities across California, leaving behind not only altered landscapes but lasting emotional,...

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Venice-Mar Vista

Los Angeles

Westwood-Century City

Brentwood

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Chris Lindahl

Pacific Palisades

Beverly Hills

West Hollywood

Studio City

Encino-Tarzana

Hollywood Bowl

From the Hollywood Bowl:
"It's a celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday! The Beach Boys perform chart-toppers from throughout their career, including 'Surfin’ USA,' 'I Get Around,' and 'Fun, Fun, Fun,' and pay tribute to the 60th anniversary of their seminal album 'Pet Sounds.' Plus, Thomas Wilkins&nbsp;leads the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and&nbsp;it’s all topped off by a huge fireworks show."
Additional shows July 2 and 4.
<a href="https://www.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/4249/2026-07-02/july-fourth-fireworks-spectacular-with-the-beach-boys" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">More info and tickets here.</a>
— Photo by Chris Lindahl/Patch

Local Event: July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular With The Beach Boys 2026: Hollywood Bowl

Hollywood

July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular With The...

From the Hollywood Bowl:
"It's a celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday! The Beach Boys perform chart-toppers from...

July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular With The Beach Boys 2026: Hollywood Bowl

Pico Boulevard & Main Street

<a href="https://www.santamonicaparade.com/home.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">From Ocean Park Association, parade organizer:</a>
"Get ready to unleash your creativity! The 2026 Santa Monica Parade celebrates the Arts! Join us as we showcase the vibrant artistic spirit of our community. Participate, sponsor, volunteer, or attend – the choice is yours!" 

<a href="https://www.santamonicaparade.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">More info here.</a>
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Local Event: Santa Monica 4th Of July Parade 2026

Santa Monica 4th Of July Parade 2026

From Ocean Park Association, parade organizer:
"Get ready to unleash your creativity! The 2026 Santa Monica Parade celebrates...

Tongva Park

Pulse In The Park
11:30 a.m. -&nbsp;3 p.m.
<a href="https://www.santamonica.gov/events/4cws201ekfkb8x2m35vzamc6my/202607041130" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">From the city:</a>
"Pulse in the Park brings the global energy of the World Cup to the local community for the ultimate post-parade celebration. As the procession ends, the park transforms into a high-energy social hub where fans and neighbors gather to keep the momentum going and soak in the festive atmosphere."
<a href="https://www.santamonica.gov/events/4cws201ekfkb8x2m35vzamc6my/202607041130" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">More info here.</a>— Image via Shutterstock

Local Event: Pulse In The Park 4th Of July Celebration 2026: Santa Monica

Pulse In The Park 4th Of July Celebration 2026:...

Pulse In The Park
11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
From the city:
"Pulse in the Park brings the global energy of the World Cup to the local...

Pulse In The Park 4th Of July Celebration 2026: Santa Monica

LA Memorial Coliseum

America's Block Party
Block Party Village begins: 3 p.m. Concert begins: Evening Fireworks and drone spectacular: Evening
<a href="https://www.lacoliseum.com/events/america250-july-4-concert/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">From the organizers:</a>
"America250 will bring Americans together for a once-in-a-generation celebration. The Los Angeles event will anchor America's Block Party, a sea-to-shining-sea celebration connecting major cities, local communities, and viewers across the country."
Hosted by Queen Latifah, the celebration includes performances by&nbsp;Chris Stapleton,&nbsp;The Smashing Pumpkins and more.
<a href="https://www.lacoliseum.com/events/america250-july-4-concert/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View a full schedule and read more.</a>

Local Event: America's Block Party, Concert, Fireworks And Drone Spectacular 2026: Los Angeles

America's Block Party, Concert, Fireworks And...

America's Block Party
Block Party Village begins: 3 p.m. Concert begins: Evening Fireworks and drone spectacular: Evening
From...

America's Block Party, Concert, Fireworks And Drone Spectacular 2026: Los Angeles

Palisades Charter High School

77th Annual Pacific Palisades July 4th Parade, Road Race and Celebration
5K, 10K&nbsp;and Fun runs begin:&nbsp;in the morning, time TBA Parade begins: 4 p.m. Evening celebration begins: 6 p.m. Drone show begins: During evening celebration
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/palisadesjuly4/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">From the organizers:</a>
"We're pleased to announce that just eighteen months after the devastation that consumed our beautiful Pacific Palisades community, the Palisades 4th of July is back with a parade through the Historic Village and a spectacular evening event at Palisades High School. This is the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation, and no one celebrates like Palisadians!"
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/palisadesjuly4/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View a full schedule and read more.</a>—Photo:&nbsp;Shutterstock

Local Event: 4th Of July Parade, Drone Show And Celebration 2026: Pacific Palisades

4th Of July Parade, Drone Show And Celebration...

77th Annual Pacific Palisades July 4th Parade, Road Race and Celebration
5K, 10K and Fun runs begin: in the morning, time TBA...

4th Of July Parade, Drone Show And Celebration 2026: Pacific Palisades

From the Hollywood Bowl:
"It's a celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday! The Beach Boys perform chart-toppers from throughout their career, including 'Surfin’ USA,' 'I Get Around,' and 'Fun, Fun, Fun,' and pay tribute to the 60th anniversary of their seminal album 'Pet Sounds.' Plus, Thomas Wilkins&nbsp;leads the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and&nbsp;it’s all topped off by a huge fireworks show."
Additional shows July 2 and 3.
<a href="https://www.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/4249/2026-07-02/july-fourth-fireworks-spectacular-with-the-beach-boys" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">More info and tickets here.</a>
— Photo by Chris Lindahl/Patch

Burton Chace Park

Marina del Rey&nbsp;July 4th Fireworks Show
Fireworks begin:&nbsp;9 p.m.
From the organizers:
The annual 20-minute fireworks show can be viewed from nearly anywhere in Marina del Rey and surrounding areas such as the Venice Pier, Playa Vista and Dockweiler Beach.<a href="https://beaches.lacounty.gov/4thofjuly/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>
<a href="https://beaches.lacounty.gov/4thofjuly/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">More info about shuttles, parking and more is available on the LA County website.</a>
— Image via Shutterstock

Local Event: July 4th Fireworks Show 2026: Marina del Rey

July 4th Fireworks Show 2026: Marina del Rey

Marina del Rey July 4th Fireworks Show
Fireworks begin: 9 p.m.
From the organizers:
The annual 20-minute fireworks show can be...

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