Fourth of July events near Santa Monica

Summer has arrived and everyone is gearing up for the 4th of July! Check out our recommendations below for the best Independence Day celebrations in and around Santa Monica. Whether you’re looking for all-ages activities, great views, or Santa Monica fireworks, we have you covered!

Celebrate the Arts

Pick up your free Goody Bag for family fun

Main Street Visitor Center
2427 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405

Celebrate the Arts with Santa Monica this 4th of July! We’re kicking things off with 200 FREE kids’ goody bags, including an art kit, coloring sheet, and some Santa Monica-themed treats. Stop by our Main Street Visitor Information Center, located at 2427 Main Street, open 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. seven days a week, to grab your bag and get the creativity flowing. Don’t forget to return your completed masterpiece to be displayed in the Visitor Center storefront.

Free 4th of July Events

Head to Santa Monica Pier and Pacific Park, July 3rd to July 7th, from dusk to 12:30am to see the Pacific Wheel’s special red, white, and blue display, in celebration of Independence Day.

Celebrate with a bang this year with the Celebrate America Celebration at Santa Monica College. Friends, food, fun and a dazzling fireworks show will all be taking place at Corsair Field starting at 5pm on Saturday, June 29, so don’t miss out.

Join Santa Monica locals and visitors in the all-ages Annual Fourth of July Parade, taking place Tuesday, July 4th starting at 9:30am. Running for 16 years, this parade is one that truly shows the red, white and blue spirit.

Stop by the Ocean View Hotel to enjoy the Fourth of July Star Spangled Soirée, featuring professional face painting, sounds by Dani Rox DJ, and more. The festivities will take place on the front patio from 3-5pm on July 4th.

Santa Monica July 4th Parade
Santa Monica July 4th Parade
Santa Monica July 4th Parade

Get a great view of 4th of July in Los Angeles from Santa Monica

Grab a few friends or the whole family and create your own 4th of July party! Here are just a handful of Santa Monica spots known for their breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, so you can celebrate Independence Day LA style:

Surrounding Areas Of Santa Monica Fireworks Shows

Enjoy beautiful firework displays from famous Los Angeles locales like Pacific Palisades, Marina Del Ray & the Hollywood Bowl, featuring live music, movies, and parades.

July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with Harry Connick Jr. at Hollywood Bowl
2301 N Highland Ave.
July 2nd, 3rd & 4th | 7:30pm
Cost: Price depending on seat selection

Fireworks at the Long Beach Waterfront
Along Long Beach waterfront
Thursday, July 4 | 9pm
Cost: Free

4th of July Celebration at Universal Studios
100 Universal City Plaza
Thursday, July 4 | All Day
Cost: Price of admission ticket

Marina Del Rey Fireworks Celebration
Burton Chace Park (13650 Mindanao Way) or Fisherman’s Village (13755 Fiji Way)
Thursday, July 4th | 9-9:20pm
Cost: Free

Pacific Palisades 4th of July Parade & Fireworks
Parade: Will follow the traditional parade route through the Pacific Palisades business district
Music & Fireworks: Palisades Charter High School
Thursday, July 4th | Parade: 2pm | Music & Fireworks: 6-9pm
Cost: $10 for adults; children under 3 are free

Post-Game Fireworks at Dodger Stadium
1000 Vin Scully Ave.
Thursday, July 4 | After game ends – around 9pm
Cost: Depends on seat selection

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Santa Monica is a great place to attend an event thanks to the year-round mild weather, close proximity to Los Angeles, and unique event venues. Walk, bike, or hop on the Metro E Line and enjoy numerous Santa Monica Events. This seaside escape has unique events and entertainment year-round – many that are free and take place outdoors! Take the family to experience the iconic Pacific Park, or plan your perfect Saturday outing when you discover events in Los Angeles this weekend.

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