Happy 4th of July. Hope you are all set to enjoy the holiday. If you receive our FREE monthly newsletter, we will NOT be sending our e-blast this week (July 2). We normally send it monthly (the first Wednesday). However, since there are just a couple art events on the weekend due to the holiday, we have decided to wait till the following week. So you will be receiving the monthly e-blast next Wednesday July 9, 2025. Enjoy the holiday with your family and friends, and we will hit the galleries next week.
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Since there are a very small amount of art openings and most galleries are closed for the holiday weekend. we have decided NOT to list events this weekend. However, Saturday, July 13 will be a very busy night…we will be sending our FREE art parties and events newsletter out on Wednesday July 10, 2024. So Sign up NOW! LAArtParty.com has been listing FREE events since 2010!
2025 4th of July Events
This year the 4th lands on a Friday, so a lot of people will be taking off the entire weekend, hence no art parties. In addition to all of the below 4th of July celebrations, I also wanted to point out that the Great Elephant Migration is here in LA. I had the chance to see this fantastic installation in 2024 while I was in New York City. It is currently installed in Beverly Hills Gardens. We posted new images on the ETG Instagram. See our sister site EatTravelGo.com for the full article. It is currently on the homepage, so be sure to read the Great Elephant Migration article.
Main Street Parade
Kicking off at 9:30am in Santa Monica, it’s time for the annual Parade on Main Street is a fun local parade. Just be aware, there are No fireworks here. The parade runs from 9:30am-12:00pm.
The 2024 Santa Monica 4th of July parade returns to its classic route! It kicks off promptly at 9:30am at Pico and Main Street, then it will travel South on Main Street before turning right onto Marine, ending at Barnard Way. Join to watch anywhere along the Main Street route as the parade makes its way to Beach Lot 5 South. The official grandstand announcement location will be in front of the Ocean Park Library. https://www.santamonicaparade.com/
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Pacific Palisades Celebration
I happy to inform you that the beloved Pacific Palisades parad and 4th of July Celebration will be held this year. However due to the fires, space is quite limited, and the event is for residents who did live in the area. So it is a Residents ONLY event.
This year, the 78th annual Pacific Palisades July 4th Celebration will be held on the six-acre athletic field at Paul Revere Charter Middle School. Entry gates will open at 5 PM to pre-issued ticket holders. So be sure to register for a free ticket on the website; Paul Revere Charter Middle School (1450 Allenford Avenue, Los Angeles 90049; https://palisades4th.com
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2024 4th of July Hollywood Bowl Fireworks Spectacular
The Hollywood Bowl yet another July Fireworks Spectacular starring Nine-time Grammy Award-winning icons and one of the best-selling artists of all time Earth, Wind & Fire. The legendary band performs from July 2 through July 4, 2024. Earth Wind & Fire will play works from their timeless catalog of music with hits like “September” and “Shining Star” for three thrilling nights of songs, fireworks and fun.
On Saturday, July 5, 2025, the Bowl features a screening of JAWS, directed by Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg. This event spotlights iconic movie, as well as the Academy Award-winning score by composer John Williams. This will be an exceptional film-with-live-orchestra experience. Celebrate 50 years of Jaws.
Ticket limits apply. Gates opens at 5:30pm; Show begins at 7:30pm; Visit the Bowl’s website to purchase tickets; The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068; https://www.hollywoodbowl.com
I enjoyed a past Hollywood Bowl’s 4th of July Spectacular with Harry Connick Jr. If you have yet to attend a performance with fireworks at the BOWL, it is THE BEST!!! Read my 4th of July Harry Conick Jr. show review on our sister site, and art inspired travel site EatTravelGo.com
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Hollywood Cinespia presents Top Gun with an exceptional fireworks show at the legendary Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Also on Saturday July 5, 2025, enjoy LA LA Land with fireworks at the cemetary as well. Have a picnic, food is allowed, in addition to beer and wine. Tickets are on sale at Cinespia, as well as on-site and off-site parking. Gates Open: 7:15pm; Screening 9pm; Cinespia at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., LA, 90038; https://cinespia.org
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Marina Del Rey’s Annual Fireworks
Last but not least, Marina del Rey will be offering its annual Fireworks as well. Many people gather at Burton Chase Park (13650 Mindanao Way) or Fisherman’s Village (13755 Figi Way) where synchronized music will play with the fireworks.
However, you can also view the fireworks at the end of the Marina Peninsula, which runs parallel to the beach. Be aware, there is absolutely NO parking…you’ll see lots of people walking that way from 7-9pm. Park East on Washington super early in the day and stay late – the Marina tends to get extremely crowded. Also many restaurants will be offering outdoor dining to view the show, but you MUST have a reservation. The fireworks will begin at 9pm and run for twenty minutes. Visit the website for more info; https://www.visitmarinadelrey.com/
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