8 Ways to Make your 4th of July Explode with Fun!

This 4th of July, celebrate America’s beauty with things Red, White, and Smoking Hot! Your 4th of July is about to Explode!

Sparks at the Hollywood Bowl (Hollywood)

Sunday, July 2nd to Tuesday, July 4th, enjoy a family-friendly concert and comedy show PLUS fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl! Get your tickets to see The Beach Boys right here! Gates open at 6 p.m., with the concert starting at 7:30 p.m.

Fireworks above 1000 Feet (DTLA)

Avoid the crowds of Downtown Los Angeles and still catch the fireworks from 71 Above! Options include Window Seating, Bar Seating, and Interior Seating. Window seating for $145, while Bar and Interior are $95. The event includes a sparkling beverage for all ages, and doors open at 5 p.m. The fireworks kick off at 9 p.m. from Grand Park, though, so don’t eat too early 🙂

Reservations can be made on OpenTable. 

If you’d rather get a ground-floor view, The 4th of July Block Party is free to attend in Grand Park. Festivities take place from 4 to 9 p.m. 

Tim Burton + a Fireworks Show (Hollywood)

4th of July Pool Party (West Hollywood)

Rooftop Freshaire Independance (DTLA)

Broken Shaker at the Freehand Hotel is celebrating independance by dancing the night away – on the earlier side. This is an excellent option if you want to let loose a bit and still go home to your kids at the end of the night. The event takes place from 2 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 2nd. Expect Live DJs and specialty cocktails. Tickets are as low as $15 on Eventbrite. 

July 4th Party (Marina Del Rey)

Grab your spot at Burton Chace Park, the Fisherman’s Village, or Mother’s Beach in Marina del Rey for a spectacular view of the fireworks show over the marina. Admission is FREE, and fireworks begin at 9 p.m. If you choose Mother’s Beach, consider Beachside Restaurant at the Jamaica Bay Inn for a late dinner and the show.

Reservations can be made on OpenTable.

Americana Weekend (Hollywood)

Grab your swimsuit and cowboy boots for a rooftop party at Desert 5 Spot. The weekend begins Saturday, July 1st, with a Johnny Cash Tribute Band at 9 p.m. Sunday, July 2nd, is Swimsuits and Cowboy Boots beginning at 2 p.m. Finally, Tuesday, July 4th, includes the sounds of Disko Cowboy, a Mechanical Bull, and more at 2 p.m. RSVP on their Events Page. 

Cowboy Celebration at LA LO LA ROOFTOP (DTLA)

Enjoy a country kind of holiday with a Santa Maria BBQ Feast and some Spangled Sangria at LA LO LA ROOFTOP at AC Hotel DTLA. Live music takes place from 6 to 8 p.m., and guests have access to an exceptional view of the fireworks in the evening at 9 p.m.

Make your reservations via OpenTable for Dinner from 5 to Midnight. Walk-ins are welcome for lunch from Noon to 3:30 p.m.