The Fourth of July is approaching and there will be plenty of ways to celebrate the nation’s birthday. There are events planned all over the area that include drone shows, festivals, even monster trucks and of course, fireworks.
Here are a dozen events happening in our areas to celebrate the holiday.
Evan Larson 12, (left), and his brother Kyle, 10, of Redlands, poses for a photo before the start of the annual Redlands 4th of July Parade in Redlands, Ca., The city will once again host a parade and holiday festivities this year. (Photo by John Valenzuela/Redlands Daily Facts)Los Angeles County
All-American Fourth of July on the Queen Mary
When: 4-10 p.m. July 4
Where: The Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Highway in Long Beach
Information: queenmary.com
Hop on board the Queen Mary for a daylong celebration that will encompass the entire ship and include things like a disco party, a glow-in-the-dark bar, carnival games and a hip-hop party. It culminates with a 15-minute fireworks show mixed with patriotic music.
Drone Show and Beach Party
When: 5-9 p.m. June 29
Where: Hansen Dam Aquatic Center, 11798 Foothill Blvd., Lake View Terrace
Information: cd7.lacity.gov/events/4th-annual-drone-show-beach-party
No fireworks here. Instead, more than 800 drones will put on a patriotic display of flight skills. Before the drone show families can eat at food trucks. There also will be a kid’s zone and swimming.
Earth, Wind and Fireworks
When: 7:30 p.m. July 2, 3 and 4
Where: Hollywood Bowl, 2301 Highland Ave, Los Angeles
Information: hollywoodbowl.com
The Hollywood Bowl will celebrate the holiday with a concert by Grammy-winning icons who will be performing hits “September” and “Shining Star.” And in honor of the 4th of July the shows will include spectacular fireworks displays all three nights.
Kaboom!
When: 4 p.m. July 4
Where: Fairplex Pomona, 1101 W. McKinley Ave. Pomona
Information: fairplex.com/kaboom
Monster trucks, motocross, truck shows and live entertainment all mix together to celebrate the holiday at this action-packed event. And of course a night of action will end with a bunch of pretty explosions with a patriotic fireworks display.
Orange County
Dana Point 4th of July Fireworks
When: 9-9:30 p.m. July 4
Where: Doheny State Beach 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
Information: danapoint.org
If all you’re looking for is a fireworks show that happens to be set in a picturesque spot, this is your event. The fireworks are shot from a barge on the water, located off the coastline of Doheny State Beach. So come, watch, feel all patriotic and you’ll be home in no time.
Costa Mesa Independence Day
When: 5-11 p.m. July 3
Where: OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
Information: costamesaca.gov
Bring your own picnic, lawn chairs and blankets to hang out and watch the fireworks display. Before the fireworks there will be live music, contests, kids’ events plus food vendors.
Fullerton 4th of July Celebration
When: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. July 4
Where: Downtown Fullerton Plaza, 125 E. Wilshire Ave., Fullerton
Information: cityoffullerton.com
This is going to be a daylong celebration made up of a car show, contests, food vendors, live entertainment and of course a fireworks display to end a full day of festivities.
Santa Ana 4th of July
When: 5-9 p.m. July 4
Where: Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana
Information: santa-ana.org
The City of Santa Ana’s annual Fourth of July will include live music, food vendors, inflatables, and a firework show finale at 8:45 p.m.
Big Bear will celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks over the lake. (Photo by Dennis Bentson courtesy Visit Big Bear)Inland Empire area
Big Bear Fireworks
When: 10 a.m.-9:15 p.m. July 4
Where: Big Bear Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear
Information: bigbear.com
Head to the mountains and take in the fresh patriotic air with this daylong celebration that starts with a Independence Day Faire with a vendor market, a Kids Fun Zone, live entertainment at the Convention Center. The fireworks show starts at 8:45 p.m. and is visible from the water, shoreline and some trail vantage points.
City of Moreno Valley Parade and Funfest
When: 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
Where: Civic Center Amphitheater, 14075 Frederick St., Moreno Valley
Information: moval.gov
The daylong festivities start with a parade launching from Frederick Street and Alessandro Boulevard. Then at 3 p.m. gates open at the Civic Center for the Funfest that includes food, kid’s zone, a beer garden and fireworks.
Old Town Temecula 4th of July Extravaganza
When: 10 a.m.- 10 p.m. July 4
Where: Ronald Reagan Sports Park, 30875 Rancho Vista Rd, Temecula
Information: temeculaca.gov
The day begins with a 10 a.m. parade starting at the intersection of Old Town Front and Second Street. Gates open for the festivities at 2 p.m. that will include food vendors, kids zones and fireworks start at 9 p.m.
Redlands 4th of July
When: 9 a.m.-9 3:30 p.m. July 4
Where: Sylvan Park, 601 N University St., and Moore Middle School, 1550 E Highland Ave., Redlands
Information: redlandsfourthofjuly.com
There’s going to be a lot going on in Redlands for the 4th of July. The celebration will begin at Sylvan Park with a festival that will include a parade, live music, games and food. It ends at 3 p.m. Then at 5:15 p.m. the gates will open at Moore Middle School for an evening that includes skydivers, more live music, and finally a fireworks show.
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