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Happy birthday America! For those that wish to celebrate, we’ve got some options for you.
Today in L.A. you’ll find the Gloria Molina Grand Park Summer Block Party, the Santa Monica 4th of July Parade + Pulse in the Park, a July 4th Extravaganza at Warner Ranch Park, an America250 benefit concert at the L.A. Coliseum, fireworks on the waterfront in Marina del Rey, and more.
Three Top Picks To Do This Saturday
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission
Gloria Molina Grand Park Summer Block Party – M FA > Gloria Molina Grand Park hosts its free Fourth of July Summer Block Party on Saturday across six blocks in Downtown Los Angeles. The outdoor festival features two stages of live music, augmented reality art exhibits, a zine-making workshop, and local food trucks. The celebration concludes with a 700-drone light show over the skyline. Admission is free for all ages, and pets are welcome. Runs 4 to 9:30 p.m. More info here.
Santa Monica 4th of July Parade + Pulse in the Park – FA > Santa Monica’s annual 4th of July Parade returns this Saturday, popping up along Marine Street and traveling north along Main Street to Pico Boulevard. The procession leads directly into Pulse in the Park at Tongva Park, a free World Cup-themed after-party featuring live music by The Jane Fondas, DJ sets, and dance performances. The family-friendly festival includes a beer garden, food from Level Up Burgers and Ubatuba, face painting, and a photo booth. Admission is free. The parade steps off at 9:30 a.m. Pulse in Park begins at 11 a.m.
Councilmember Bob Blumenfield’s July 4th Extravaganza – FA > This Saturday, the Valley Cultural Foundation’s massive 4th of July event at Warner Ranch Park featuring a musical tribute to Steely Dan by Doctor Wu, plus a over dozen onsite food trucks and 20-minute fireworks display after sundown. The event listing mentions the park can accommodates up to 40,000 attendees, so expect a crowd! Free to attend. More info here.
Seven More Things To Do in L.A. Today
- From Thursday to Sunday, the Los Angeles Convention Center hosts Anime Expo 2026, billed as the largest celebration of Japanese pop culture in North America
- The City of Torrance will host a fireworks show at the L.A. Galaxy Sports Complex this Saturday, complete with live music by the Satin Dollz, food trucks, and activities for all ages
- Marina del Rey will offer a free 20-minute fireworks show on Saturday along the coast with viewing spots at Burton Chace Park or Fisherman’s Village. Show begins at 9 p.m. and is free to attend.
- The Beach Boys headline this year’s Hollywood Bowl celebration, which will once again be a three-day event (Thursday to Saturday) featuring a concert followed by a spectacular fireworks display over the iconic shell.
- The City of Long Beach 4th of July celebration features three free, synchronized fireworks shows launched simultaneously from barges off Granada Beach in Belmont Shore, Junipero Beach in front of the Long Beach Museum of Art, and the Queen Mary waterfront.
- On Saturday, the America250 benefit concert at the L.A. Coliseum features a lineup of Chris Stapleton, the Smashing Pumpkins, Maren Morris, and Anthony Ramos.
- The Pacific Palisades annual 4th of July Parade returns for 2026, followed by a evening drone show at Pacific Palisades High School.
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