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4th of July at Centennial Park in Santa Ana
July 4: This free community event will include live music, kid’s activities, food trucks, and exhibitors and a spectacular 20-minute fireworks finale. Event starts at 3pm, fireworks at 8:45pm.
FoodieLand at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena
July 4-6: Explore hundreds of multicultural food and drink vendors, plus live entertainment and games, at this outdoor festival at the Rose Bowl. Each day features a fresh mix of offerings.
626 Night Market at Santa Anita Park
July 4-6 & 11-13: Spend an evening eating, shopping, and enjoying live music at this massive night market with hundreds of food stalls, artists, and entertainment for all ages.
Fourth of July Celebration presented by Disneyland in Anaheim
July 4: Enjoy a 5k/10k Run, Dog Show, Parade (presented by Disneyland), entertainment, food, and fireworks to end the night!
Let Freedom Ring Celebration at Cerritos Civic Center
July 4: Join the City of Cerritos for a celebration including rides, entertainment, fireworks show, and a bell-ringing ceremony.
4th of July Celebration at Universal Studios
July 4: Celebrate Independence Day with live performances by a fife and drum band, festive decor and the sky filled with fireworks.
Kaboom! at Fairplex in Pomona
July 4: Annual patriotic tribute to America features fireworks, motocross, monster trucks, live music and entertainment.
July Fourth Celebration in Rancho Palos Verdes
July 4: Live music, food vendors, carnival & pony rides, family fun and games, and a patriotic drone light show finale.
Dana Point Water Wars
July 4: Participants head out in the main channel in boats ranging from small inflatables to 20+ foot fishing boats.
July 4th Celebration in Downtown Fullerton
July 4: Car show, contests, entertainment, food booths, and firework show at 9pm.
The Great American Kids’ Bike Parade in Long Beach
July 4: Join Justin Rudd's "Great American 4th of July Kids Bike Parade" with a kids patriotic speech.
Fourth of July Celebration at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
July 4: To celebrate our Nation’s 250th birthday, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library is hosting a day full of family-fun activities. This year’s celebration includes patriotic concerts, family entertainment, games, crafts, and more.
Independence Day Celebration at Nixon Library in Yorba Linda
July 4: Celebrate America’s birthday with free cherry pie, interactive educational programming, and an opportunity to meet and take photos with our Founding Fathers all day!
4th of July in El Segundo
July 4: Enjoy hula hoop and watermelon contests, live music, food, and fireworks.
Fourth of July Observance & Ringing of the Korean Friendship Bell in San Pedro
July 4: Celebrate Independence Day with a moving ceremony in San Pedro featuring cultural performances and the ringing of the Korean Friendship Bell 13 times.
4th of July BBQ at Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach
July 4: Celebrate Independence Day with the red, white, and blue fish at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Tickets include all-day aquarium admission and lunch on the rooftop overlooking Rainbow Harbor.
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular in Mission Viejo
July 4: Dance, play, eat, and shop your way through an all-day street fair capped with fireworks over Lake Mission Viejo.
Old Glory Boat Parade in Newport Beach
July 4: See the harbor at its patriotic best as boated decorated in red, white, and blue move through the water.
Fourth of July Celebration in Artesia
July 4: Enjoy live music, games, and fireworks at 9pm.
4th of July Celebration at Rowley Park in Gardena
July 4: Celebrate with food, music, games, kid zone and fireworks (starts 9pm) show.
Fourth of July Celebration at the Queen Mary
July 4: Party through the decades on the Queen Mary, then watch fireworks light up the Long Beach skyline in a grand finale to remember.
Fourth of July Celebration in Alhambra
July 4: Bring your family and friends for an evening packed with delicious food, exciting games and live entertainment. Event starts at 4pm. Cap off the night with a firework show at 9pm.
4th of July Celebration at Tustin High School
July 4: Food, music, and fireworks. Festivities begin at 5pm and fireworks start at 9pm.
4th of July Spectacular in Yorba Linda
July 4: The 4th of July Spectacular Event will include food vendors, family activities, kids zone, live music, and a spectacular firework show.
July 4th Celebration & Fireworks in Aliso Viejo
July 4: Dance to country hits, enjoy family activities, and catch a low-level fireworks show in this lively Fourth of July park celebration. Fireworks will start approximately 9pm.
Flashback Fridays at Shoreline Village in Long Beach
July 4 – August 29: Dance to decade-themed hits every Friday, from 70s disco to 2000s jams, with live bands and DJs on the waterfront. FREE!
4th of July Fireworks in Torrance
July 4: Enjoy a fireworks show presented by the City of Torrance at 9pm. Viewing locations are limited and are first come, first served.
Cinespia Top Gun + Fireworks at Hollywood Forever Cemetery
July 4: Celebrate the Fourth with a high-flying screening of Top Gun, complete with fireworks and throwback energy.
4th of July Cruises in Dana Wharf
July 4: Enjoy a unique evening of fun on the water, complete with a live firework show and the best view in town.
4th of July Fireworks Show in Marina del rey
July 4: Celebrate with a spectacular 20-minute fireworks display over the water. Enjoy music synchronized to the show at Burton Chace Park and Fisherman's Village.
July 4th Fireworks at Knott’s Berry Farm
July 4: Don't miss Knott's Berry Farm's dazzling Independence Day fireworks show starting at 9:30pm.
July 4th Street Food Cinema (Pet-Friendly) at The Autry Museum in LA
July 5: Bring your pup for a festive, firework-free night of music, movies, and a dazzling visual show under the stars.
Drop-In Workshop for Families: Claymation at the Academy Museum
July 5, 12 & 19: Families can explore stop-motion animation together in this hands-on Claymation workshop inspired by summer camp stories. Free for youth 17 and under.
Free Fishing Days with California Department of Fish and Wildlife
July 5 & August 30: Try fishing for free—no license needed! Free Fishing Days are perfect for beginners and families ready to cast a line and enjoy the outdoors.
Summer Kick-Off at The Proud Bird in Los Angeles
July 5-6: Enjoy face painting, balloon animals, kids games, and a scavenger hunt with a sweet reward—plus outdoor food and drink specials for the whole family.
Pageant of the Masters in Laguna Beach
July 5 - August 29: Watch iconic art and California landmarks come to life with living pictures, music, and storytelling in this celebrated summer tradition in Laguna Beach.
Raptor Ramble Nature Walk at Los Cerritos Wetlands in Seal Beach
July 5: Explore the Los Cerritos Wetlands before restoration begins with a guided walk featuring raptor sightings, rare birds, and stories from the land’s cultural history.
Americana Celebration & Vintage Car Show at the Printing Museum in Carson
July 5: Print like it’s 1776, see vintage cars, and rock out to Americana music at this hands-on July 4th celebration.
July 4th Sunset Sail in San Pedro
July 5: Join the Los Angeles Maritime Institute to celebrate Independence Day aboard a tall ship and enjoy a fireworks show in the San Pedro harbor.
Open House at Heritage Museum of Orange County
July 6 - September 7: Families can explore the Heritage Museum grounds, take a Kellogg House tour with lemonade and cookies, and enjoy croquet, crafts, and a gardening lesson. Docent-led tours available with add-on ticket.
NextGenLA Sneak Peek of New Galleries at LACMA
July 6: Kids and teens can explore LACMA’s new galleries before they open, with art workshops, a scavenger hunt, puppet walkabouts, music, and more.
Tanabata Festival at the Japanese Garden at CSU Long Beach
July 6: Make a wish, enjoy crafts, and celebrate Japanese tradition at the Tanabata Festival at the Japanese Garden.
Tuesday Family Nights in Cerritos
June 10 - August 5: Families can enjoy entertainment and activities at four neighborhood parks. Each program has a pre-show craft, game or activity. Don't forget to bring a blanket and picnic dinner!
Free Summer Lunch Cruises in Long Beach Shoreline Village
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 27: Enjoy a FREE 30 minute harbor cruise with purchase of lunch “to go” from participating restaurants every Wednesday through the end of Augus
Children’s Entrepreneur Market – Glendale
July 9 & August 6: Come support a farmer's market run entirely by kids. The market features young entrepreneurs selling crafts, food, and more.
Warner Bros. Bugs Bunny’s 85th Anniversary at the Hollywood Bowl
July 11-12: Watch Looney Tunes come to life with live music at Bugs Bunny at the Symphony at the Hollywood Bowl.
Friday Night Swim at Splash! La Mirada
July 11: Enjoy an evening swim at Buccaneer Bay and the 25-yard pool for just $5. Plus, score deals on 2025 season passes during this one-night-only celebration.
Dana Point Shakespeare Festival: Twelfth Night
July 11–-2: Enjoy an evening of food, music, and Shakespeare in the park as Twelfth Night brings comedy, love, and pirates to life.
Astronomy Night at Columbia Memorial Space Center
July 11: Enjoy expert astronomy talks and telescope viewings at this monthly event, perfect for stargazers of all levels!
Green Port Celebration Harbor Tours with Port of Long Beach
July 12: Take a free narrated harbor tour and enjoy family-friendly games, photo ops, and activities celebrating 20 years of sustainability at the Port of Long Beach.
Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team does their best to keep event details accurate at the time of posting, but information can change without notice! Be sure to double-check with the event organizer before heading out. Kidsguide is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or changes on our calendar—we’re just here to help you find the fun!
