Celebrating the Fourth of July at a fireworks show after a barbecue or a picnic is a long-standing tradition all across the United States.
Start planning to see professional fireworks, drone or laser shows beginning July 1 this year — some events include a festival before the “light up the sky” displays. Many shows have free admission. Some shows, however, require advance ticket purchase only.
Here is a sampling of regional July 4th fireworks shows in the Los Angeles County region, including Santa Barbara and Ventura counties.
July 1
Arcadia
Downtown Arcadia Patriotic Festival and Fireworks: The festival, 5-9:30 p.m., on First Avenue between Diamond Street and Huntington Drive. Sign up on the website link to enter the “Big Give Away” drawing. You must be present to win. Drawing is at 7 p.m. on the First Avenue Middle School stage. Fireworks show, 9 p.m. at First Avenue Middle School, 301 S. First St. www.arcadiadt.com
Baldwin Park
Independence Day Spectacular: Activities include carnival rides, giant slides, music and food vendors, 5:30-10 p.m. Music by Aeromyth, a tribute to Aerosmith, 6:30 p.m. Magic show, 7:30 p.m. Fireworks, around 9:30 p.m. Sierra Vista High School, 3600 Frazier Ave. 626-813-5245. Flyer: tinyurl.com/5884sm5u
Hawaiian Gardens
Independence Day Celebration: Event includes activities, games and music, 5-10 p.m. Fireworks, around 9 p.m. Fedde Sports Complex, 21409 Elaine Ave. 562-420-2644. Details: tinyurl.com/435sba6j
Hollywood
Hollywood Forever Cemetery: Screening of “Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure” (1985), 9 p.m., followed by fireworks. Gates open for picnicking or food purchases, 7:15 p.m. Also, DJ sets before the film. Tickets $45. Check website for parking options and fees. Location, T6000 Santa Monica Blvd. cinespia.org
Monterey Park
City of Monterey Park Independence Day Fireworks Show: Live entertainment and food trucks, 4-9:30 p.m. (Air National Guard Band of the West, 4 p.m.; Kaylyn and New Frontier, 7…
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