Ongoing Events
Fourth of July Weekend at Lido Marina Village (Newport Beach): Ease into the holiday weekend with a waterfront escape at Lido Marina Village, where harbor views, coastal shopping and al fresco dining set the scene for a quintessential Southern California summer day. On Thursday, July 2 and Friday, July 3, guests can enjoy live performances from a patriotic brass quartet while strolling the marina, browsing local boutiques and lingering over waterside meals.
When: Wednesday, July 2, and Thursday, July 3, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Live patriotic brass quartet performances from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Where: Lido Marina Village, 3434 Via Oporto, Newport Beach, 92663
Fourth of July Weekend Screenings at Rooftop Cinema Club (DTLA): Rooftop Cinema Club is turning the holiday weekend into an open-air film series under the L.A. sky. Set against sweeping city views and a 24-foot LED screen, guests can kick back in deck chairs with wireless headphones and a curated lineup of cult classics and summer favorites. The highlight of the weekend is a special screening of "Independence Day" on the Fourth itself, a perfectly on-theme watch as fireworks light up both the screen and the city skyline.The holiday programming also includes "50 First Dates" following late night, plus a full weekend slate featuring "The Sandlot" and "Do the Right Thing" for those extending the celebration beyond.
When: Friday, July 3 through Saturday, July 5
Where: Rooftop Cinema Club DTLA, 888 South Olive St., 4th Floor, L.A., 90014
Independence Day on the Back Bay at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina (Newport Beach): For a Fourth of July that feels like a full-on coastal escape, Newport Dunes delivers a weekend on the water complete with live music, food trucks, watersports and one of the most anticipated fireworks displays in Newport Beach. Taking place over the July 4 weekend, the waterfront celebration invites guests to kayak, paddleboard or cruise Newport Harbor in a Duffy boat, spend the day at the Inflatable Aquatic Park and catch live performances ranging from DJ sets to high-energy cover bands. As night falls, the sky over the Back Bay lights up with a fireworks show co-sponsored by the City of Newport Beach. Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy food trucks, a full bar with beer, wine and cocktails, and live entertainment including DJ yo-b1 and The Class.
When: Thursday, July 3, through Saturday, July 5, with main Independence Day programming on Friday, July 4 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina, 1131 Back Bay Dr., Newport Beach, 92660
Thursday, July 2
Subtronics at Exchange L.A. (DTLA): Exchange LA kicks off Fourth of July weekend with a high-energy late-night set from Subtronics, bringing his signature bass-heavy sound to one of Downtown Los Angeles' most iconic nightclub venues. Set inside the historic Spring Street building, the night is designed for a full-scale club experience complete with bottle service and VIP sections for groups looking to elevate the evening. This is a sold-out show, with a waitlist available for last-minute access. Entry requires valid tickets purchased through official channels only.
When: Thursday, July 2, doors at 10 p.m.
Where: Exchange L.A., 618 South Spring St., L.A., 90014
Friday, July 3
Barnsdall Fridays Wine Nights at Barnsdall Art Park (East Hollywood): A quintessential L.A. summer tradition, Barnsdall Fridays Wine Nights return to Barnsdall Art Park, offering golden-hour views atop Olive Hill overlooking Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic Hollyhock House. Held every Friday through Sept. 11, the series features curated wine pours from Silverlake Wine, rotating local food trucks and DJ sets across the West Lawn of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guests can also explore the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery. You don't want to miss this for Fourth of July!
When: Friday, July 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Barnsdall Art Park, 4800 Hollywood Blvd., L.A., 90027
"Shrek" + Fireworks Cinespia Screening at Hollywood Forever Cemetery (Hollywood): Step into a fairytale night under the stars as Shrek returns to the big screen for a nostalgic outdoor screening at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Celebrating 25 years of the beloved animated classic, the evening brings together swamp-side humor, early-2000s nostalgia and a touch of chaos as Shrek's quest for love and solitude unfolds in an iconic open-air setting. After the film, guests will be treated to a professional fireworks display lighting up the Hollywood sky.
When: Friday, July 3 at 9 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 90038
BAILE WORLD 4-Year Anniversary ft. Zack Fox, Parris Goebel & Bianca Oblivion (DTLA): BAILE WORLD returns for a high-energy Fourth of July weekend takeover celebrating its 4-year anniversary with a late-night dance floor built on Baile Funk, ghetto tech and global club energy. Founded by LA native DJ Cquestt, the party brings together a stacked lineup including Zack Fox, Parris Goebel, Bianca Oblivion b2b Cquestt, Discnogirl and Casamiento for an all-night session at Don Quixote in DTLA. Expect a packed, underground-style celebration that runs deep into the night, with a crowd that knows exactly why they came: to move.
When: Friday, July 3, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Don Quixote, 2811 East Olympic Blvd., L.A., 90023
Saturday, July 4
Red, White & BOOM! Fourth of July Celebration at LEGOLAND® California Resort (Carlsbad): For a family-friendly Fourth of July built on nostalgia, imagination and a bit of brick-by-brick magic, LEGOLAND® California Resort is going all in with its annual Red, White & BOOM! celebration. The park transforms into a star-spangled summer takeover featuring DJ dance parties, themed entertainment, lawn activities, character meet-and-greets and limited-time holiday treats across the resort. The night culminates in a fireworks spectacular that bursts into 3D LEGO® bricks with the help of special viewing glasses, making it one of the most playful Independence Day displays in Southern California.
When: Saturday, July 4
Where: LEGOLAND® California Resort, One Legoland Dr., Carlsbad, 92008
The Dream Pool Party at Viceroy Santa Monica (Santa Monica): If your Fourth of July plans call for sunshine, cocktails and a little people-watching by the coast, Viceroy Santa Monica is the place to be. In partnership with SHADES LA, the design-forward hotel is hosting The Dream, an Independence Day pool party featuring house music from headlining DJ Veggi, poolside cocktails, lawn games and a vibrant beachside atmosphere just steps from the Santa Monica shoreline. A limited number of VIP cabanas are available for those looking to elevate the celebration, while hotel guests staying on the holiday receive complimentary admission. General admission and hotel bookings are available online.
When: Friday, July 4, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Viceroy Santa Monica, 1819 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 90401
Stereo Punks & Orlove By Day Present Young Franco 4th of July Pool Party (DTLA): This Fourth of July involves rooftop views, poolside cocktails and a soundtrack that keeps the party going all afternoon at the Golden Hour at Level 8. The open-air rooftop pool destination is celebrating the holiday with Australian DJ and producer Young Franco, whose signature mix of disco, house, hip-hop and dance music sets the tone for an unforgettable summer celebration. This event is open to guests 21 and older. Tickets are available for purchase online.
When: Saturday, July 4, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Level 8, 1254 South Figueroa St., 8th Floor, L.A., 9001
America's Block Party: July 4th Benefit Show at L.A. Memorial Coliseum (Exposition Park): Celebrate America's 250th anniversary at the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum with America's Block Party, a star-studded Independence Day benefit hosted by Queen Latifah and featuring performances by Chris Stapleton, The Smashing Pumpkins, Maren Morris, Anthony Ramos and special guest Chaka Khan. The day kicks off at Block Party Village with free food, games, giveaways and community programming before transitioning into a full-scale live concert experience, followed by fireworks and a drone spectacular lighting up the Coliseum sky. Proceeds from the event benefit Giving 4th and Feeding America, making the celebration both a cultural moment and a nationwide call to give back.
When: Saturday, July 4, 2026. Block Party Village at 3 p.m., pre-show at 6 p.m., performances at 6:30 p.m., fireworks and drone show at 9:30 p.m.
Where: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, 3911 South Figueroa St., L.A., 90037
Fourth of July Rooftop BBQ at La Lo La Rooftop (DTLA): Skip the backyard barbecue and celebrate the Fourth of July, 34 stories above DTLA at La Lo La Rooftop, perched atop the Moxy and AC Hotel DTLA. Overlooking the city skyline across from Crypto.com Arena, the festive evening features passed bites, a rooftop barbecue buffet with gourmet smash burgers, grilled salmon skewers, Honey BBQ chicken and seasonal sides, plus sweet treats timed perfectly for the fireworks. Guests can also enjoy a premium open bar, live DJ entertainment and panoramic views that make this one of DTLA's most memorable spots to toast the holiday. Tickets are available for purchase online.
When: Friday, July 4 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: La Lo La Rooftop, 1260 South Figueroa St., L.A., 90015
"Jurassic Park "+ Fireworks Cinespia Screening at Hollywood Forever Cemetery (Hollywood): Spend Fourth of July night in true blockbuster fashion as "Jurassic Park" roars back to life under the stars at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Steven Spielberg's 1992 classic transforms the iconic cemetery lawn into a cinematic island escape, where genetically revived dinosaurs run wild and a tropical storm turns paradise into chaos. Guests can picnic on the grass and revisit the film's legendary suspense, all on the big screen where it belongs. The night closes with a fireworks display lighting up the Hollywood sky.
When: Saturday, July 4 at 9 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 90038
Sunday, July 5
Summer Block Party at 600 E 1st St. (DTLA): Kick off July with a laid-back but high-energy Summer Block Party in Downtown L.A., bringing together some of the city's most beloved bites, coffee culture and community energy. The evening features food from local favorites including Tacos 1986, Porto's Bakery, Eat Soula and more, plus drinks from Omsio and Fly by Jing for a casual, walk-around tasting experience. Coffee lovers can jump into a latte art challenge with $500 in prizes on the line, adding a playful competitive edge to the night. Guests who share the event to their story and tag organizers in advance can also redeem a complimentary OG hand roll from Uoichiba. Admission is free.
When: Sunday, July 5,from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 600 East 1st St., L.A., 90012
Independence Weekend Celebration at Town Plaza at The Culver Steps (Culver City): Downtown Culver City closes out Fourth of July weekend with a free, family-friendly evening at Town Plaza featuring live music, patriotic performances and an immersive aerial drone light show. Headlined by The Rusties, the night builds toward The March of Freedom, a sweeping visual experience honoring America's 250th anniversary through 250 years of history, freedom and progress. Produced by Skye Elements Drones, the show transforms the night sky into a choreographed storytelling moment above Downtown Culver City.
When: Sunday, July 5 from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Town Plaza at The Culver Steps, Culver City, 90232
