4th of July fireworks LA 2015: Best spots to watch Independence Day events

America celebrates its 239th birthday on July 4th, and celebrations will take place across the nation with spectacular light shows. The annual festivities are not limited to fireworks, but include musical performances, games, food trucks, and activities for children. Los Angeles will be displaying fireworks in a number of locations - so be sure to catch one - as no celebration is complete without it!

For the biggest fireworks display in Southern California, the Rose Bowl is the perfect place to celebrate Independence Day. The Rose Bowl will also feature motorcycle stunts and performances, as well as Beatles and Elvis tribute performances.

A number of of activities are lined up for everyone before the biggest blast that will happen at 9 p.m.

Grand Park

200 N. Grand Avenue, downtown L.A.

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Events from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live musical performance, DJ, food trucks, live paintings. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

More info: www.grandparkla.org

Marina Del Rey

Fisherman's Village 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey

Burton Chace Park 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey; and Marina Beach

Mother's Beach 4101 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey.

Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

More info: www.visitmarinadelrey.com

Rose Bowl

1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena

Events: motorcycle stunt performances, Elvis and Beatles music, outdoor screening of Despicable Me 2. Fireworks 9 p.m.

More info: www.rosebowlstadium.com

Hollywood Bowl

2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles

Events: patrioric music, orchestra. Fireworks 7:30 p.m.

More info: www.hollywoodbowl.com

Redondo Beach

200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach

Events: patriotic music, kids activities, food and concerts. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.

More info: www.redondofireworks.com

Pacific Palisades

5777 Bowdoin St., Pacific Palisades

Events: musical performances, food trucks. Fireworks 9 p.m.

More info: www.palisadesparade.com

Culver City

9000 Overland Avenue, Culver City

Events: food trucks, raffles, carnival games, musical bands,

More info: www.culvercityfireworksshow.com

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