~ FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS ~
Use this guide for sparkles a-plenty
NOTE: Times are p.m. unless otherwise indicated.
Saturday, June 30
Celebrate America. The 25th annual picnic-style Independence Day celebration offering entertainment and fireworks. Santa Monica College, Corsair Field, 16th St and Pico Bl, (310) 434-3000. Activities start at 5; fireworks at dusk. Parking is $5. Free.
Monday, July 2
Hollywood Bowl July 4th Fireworks Spectacular. Riders in the Sky joins the Los Angeles Philharmonic, conducted by Edwin Outwater, in presenting three days of performance and fireworks celebrating the West. 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood, (323) 850-2000. Starts at 7:30. Also Tue-Wed at 7:30. $9-$111.
Tuesday, July 3
Hollywood Bowl July 4th Fireworks Spectacular. See Mon.
Wednesday, July 4
Almansor Park Fireworks. Picnic-style fireworks display. Almansor Park, 800 S Almansor St, Alhambra. Info: (626) 570-5081. Fireworks at 9. Free.
Americafest. 81st annual event featuring fireworks, food, and live music by the California Philharmonic Orchestra. Rose Bowl, 1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, (626) 577-3100. Festival starts at noon; evening program at 7 with fireworks at 9. $12; free for ages seven and under.
American Dreams Fireworks Show. Fireworks viewing features an accompanying soundtrack. Valencia Town Center, 24201 Valencia Bl, Valencia, (661) 286-4018. Fireworks at 9:05. Free.
Calabasas Fireworks Spectacular. Annual fireworks show. Calabasas High School, 22855 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, (818) 222-2782. Gates open at 5; fireworks at 9. $10.
Castaic Lake Fireworks. Swimming, music, pony rides, and fireworks set to music. Castaic Lake Recreation Area, 32132 Castaic Lake Dr, Castaic, (661) 257-4050. Fireworks at 9. $25 per vehicle.
Catalina Fourth of July Fireworks. Fireworks follow a golf cart parade and BBQ. Music by the USC Marching Band. Crescent and Metropole avs, Avalon, Catalina Island. Info: (310) 510-1520. Activities begin at 1; music at 7:30; fireworks at 9. Tickets from $10.
Claremont’s Fireworks Spectacular. Fireworks and live music by the Ravelers. Pomona College, Strehle Tracks, 333 N. College Wy, Claremont. Show at 6:30; fireworks at 9. $6.
Fireworks Spectacular. Musically-choreographed show with a soundtrack broadcast on KXLU. Chace Park, 13650 Mindanao Wy, Marina del Rey. Info: (310) 305-9545. Fireworks at 9. Free.
Fourth of July Summer of Love Fireworks Festival. Performances by Beatles tribute band Paperback Writer, Old School, The Kings Royal, Jason Manns. CBS Studio Center, 4024 Radford Av, Studio City. Info: (818) 655-5916. Studiocitychamber.com. $15; $8 kids under 13; free for kids under six. 5-9.
Hansen Dam 4th of July Spectacular. Food and music festival closing with “the largest fireworks display in the San Fernando Valley.” Hansen Dam Recreation Area, Foothill Bl and Osborne St, Lake View Terrace, (818) 768-1128. Performances begin at 11:30 a.m.; fireworks at 9. Free.
Hollywood Bowl July 4th Fireworks Spectacular. See Mon.
Huntington Beach Pier Plaza. Patriotic celebration with fireworks launched from the pier. Huntington Beach Pier, Main St and Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach. Info: (714) 536-5486 or Hb4thofjuly.org. Fireworks at 9. Free.
Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza. Beach picnic and fireworks show. Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbour Dr, Dana Point. (949) 496-3617. Fireworks at 9. Free.
Kaboom: Family, Fireworks and Fun. 18th annual fireworks fest following a monster truck and motorcross show. Pomona Fairplex Park Grandstand, 1101 W McKinley Av, Pomona, (909) 623-3111. Show at 8; fireworks at 9:15. $12.50-$19.50.
Knott’s Berry Farm Firework Spectacular. Knott’s Berry Farm, Calico Sq, 8039 Beach Bl, Buena Park, (714) 220-5200. Fireworks at 9:30. $14.95-$31.00; free for ages two and under.
Palisades Americanism Parade. 59th annual parade with fireworks and entertainment. 15777 Bowdoin St, Pacific Palisades, (310) 459-7963. Starts on Via de la Paz at 2; show at 7; fireworks at 9. Free.
“Remember…Dreams Come True.” Fireworks celebration at the Magic Kingdom. 700 W Ball Rd, Anaheim, (714) 781-7290. Starts at 9:25. Park admission fee $49-$59; free for ages two and under.
Redondo Beach Fireworks Show. Music performances, fireworks with laser show. Seaside Lagoon, 200 Portofino Wy, Redondo Beach, Redondofireworks.com. Entertainment starts at 5; fireworks at 9. Free.
Queen Mary’s July Fourth Celebration. Festivities and fireworks aboard the Queen Mary, including games and entertainment by local bands. The Queen Mary, 1126 Queen’s Hwy, Long Beach, (562) 435-3511. Performances at noon with fireworks at 9:15. Tickets from $25.95; $11.95 for children under 12. $15 for parking.
–Compiled by Daniel Harju<
Published: 06/28/2007
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On July 5th, Chivas USA is having a firework show directly after its soccer match against the San Jose Earthquakes at the Home Depot Center. I know having a firework show on the 5th might sound odd, but it will be great for people that will not be with family on July 4th. Also, it will be a great opportunity for people who want more fireworks and will not be satisfied with only one night of fireworks. In addition, people in attendance will be treated to a great soccer game and a fun environment throughout the whole night, as the Home Depot Center is a great venue and Chivas USA is an exciting team!
If you're interested, check out Chivas USA's website for ticket information!
http://web.mlsnet.com/t120/