From Independence Day concerts at the Hollywood Bowl and Rose Bowl Stadium, to fireworks and outdoor movies, LA is set to put up a grand show on the 248th Independence Day of the United States.

With the American Independence Day just around the corner, many cities across the country have planned extensive festivities and as the Entertainment Capital of the World, Los Angeles is second to none when it comes to hosting spectacular Fourth of July events, says Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board. The board collates the best places in LA to celebrate independent America’s 248th birthday. 

Gloria Molina Grand Park

The board says that Gloria Molina Grand Park will present one of its signature events, the ‘4th of July Block Party’, from 16:00 to 21:30. This year’s event features arts activities, sports games, live music, and dance, with dozens of LA’s favourite food trucks and DJs spinning genres from hip-hop to reggaeton, funk, and more. It will also feature the Gloria Molina Grand Park Ferris Wheel and an innovative drone show by Grizzly Entertainment. This is a free, inclusive event for all ages, says the board.

Rooftop Cinema Club

Rooftop Cinema Club offers a premier outdoor movie experience at Level in Downtown LA. On July 4, RCC will present a screening of Independence Day (1996) starring Will Smith and Jeff Goldblum. The board adds that visitors should arrive early when doors open at 18:40 to enjoy rooftop views, a live acoustic set of Americana, and frosty beverages at the bar. Tickets are USD 65 and include access to the rooftop party, a plate of BBQ and soft drink.

Marina del Rey

One of Marina del Rey’s most popular annual events, the ‘4th of July Fireworks Show’ will feature a 20-minute display that starts at 21:00. Visitors can view the show from virtually anywhere in Marina del Rey, Venice Pier, Playa Vista and Dockweiler Beach.

City Cruises is offering special July 4 cruises. The two-hour Sights and Sips Cruise and a three-hour Premier Dinner Cruise with gourmet buffet, DJ and optional Top Shelf Bar Packages. Alternatively, visitors can charter a private yacht to get the ultimate close-up view. 

Ronald Reagan Presidential Library 

Taking place from 10:00 to 15:00, the July 4 celebration at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library includes live patriotic music, family entertainment, picnic games, arts and crafts, photo ops with presidential lookalikes and more. At noon, the Reagan Library will unveil the Charters of Freedom Monument, the first in California, the monument includes life-size replicas of the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and the Bill of Rights.

Dodgers Stadium (July 2-4)

For Dodger fans, there’s always the hope for some fireworks from the Boys in Blue. The Dodgers host the Arizona Diamondbacks from July 2-4, including Japanese Heritage Night on Tuesday, July 2, Bobby Miller Bobblehead giveaway on July 3 and a fireworks show on July 4.