On July 4, 2025, Independence Day in the United States is approaching, and celebrations are being prepared all over the country. In Southern California, the city of Huntington Beach in Orange County will host the largest Independence Day parade in the American West. Other beaches, cities, and theme parks will also have dazzling fireworks displays.
Cities have strict regulations when it comes to fireworks displays for safety reasons, and officials are urging the public to watch fireworks shows organized by professionals. Fireworks shows usually start at around 9 p.m. on July 3 and 4, with some locations requiring advance ticket purchase. Here are some of the places in Southern California where you can watch fireworks displays:
– City of Claremont: On July 4, the city will hold Independence Day and the 75th anniversary celebration at Pomona College, featuring festival celebrations, parades, concerts, and a fireworks display at 9 p.m.
– Fairplex in Pomona: The event at Fairplex will feature a combination of large trucks and off-road motorcycle performances, with a grand fireworks display at 9:15 p.m.
– Marina Del Rey: This is one of the best spots in Los Angeles to watch fireworks. You can view the waterfront fireworks from anywhere in Marina Del Rey or the adjacent Venice Pier starting at 9 p.m.
– Hollywood Bowl: From July 2 to 4, the band “Earth, Wind & Fire” will have a three-night residency with dazzling fireworks displays each night.
– Rose Bowl Stadium: This year, instead of the traditional grand fireworks display on July 4, there will be a drone show at the Rose Bowl Stadium, making it impossible to see the fireworks from outside the stadium.
– Long Beach: People can watch fireworks for free on the Long Beach waterfront, or opt to book a cruise to view the fireworks up close at sea.
– Rosemead: Rosemead Park will host a fireworks display at 9 p.m. on Independence Day.
– Baldwin Park: On July 3 at 9 p.m., the city will have a fireworks display at Sierra Vista High School.
– Duarte: On July 3 at 9 p.m., the city is hosting a fireworks display at Duarte Sports Park.
– South El Monte: On July 3 at 9 p.m., South El Monte High School will have a fireworks display.
– Hawaiian Garden: Pharis Fedde Middle School will host a fireworks display on July 3 at 9 p.m.
– La Puente: At 9 p.m. on July 3, you can watch a fireworks show at La Puente Park.
– Norwalk: Head to Holifield Park at 9 p.m. on July 3 to enjoy a fireworks display.
– Catalina Island: The island will have a full day of Independence Day celebrations, with a grand fireworks display at 9 p.m. You can also board a boat at Avalon Bay to watch the fireworks on the water.
– Dodger Stadium: On Independence Day, the Los Angeles Dodg…