4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Manhattan Beach

Patch Editorial Intern Brittany Ung contributed to this post.Patch Editorial Intern Brittany Ung contributed to this post.Patch Editorial Intern Brittany Ung contributed to this post.MANHATTAN BEACH, CA — It's shaping up to be a star-spangled Fourth of July around Manhattan Beach.

As coronavirus cases continue to drop across the state, and the number of those vaccinated continues to rise, Independence Day events are opening up area-wide.

July 4 is almost here, so find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you. We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Manhattan Beach, Long Beach, the Westside, and South Bay, so you can start planning.

Note dates as not all events occur Sunday, July 4, plus always double-check with organizers to confirm times and locations, in case activities changed since posted.

And from all of us at Patch, have a safe and festive 4th of July!

ARTESIA:

JULY 2: Movie At The Park. 8 p.m. at Artesia Park. "The Sandlot." Details still pending.

JULY 3: 4th Of July Weekend Over-The-Line Tournament. "An Artesia tradition for over 35 years!"
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks, Music & DJ. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. at Artesia Park. Details still pending.

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BELMONT SHORE:

JULY 4: July 4th Bike Parade. Justin Rudd event with kids' patriotic speech & costume contest.
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BIG BEAR LAKE:

JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Spectacular. View from water, shore and throughout Big Bear Valley.
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CARSON:

JULY 3: Independence Day Fest & Car Show: International Printing Museum. Admission includes apple pie, punch & opportunity to print Declaration on Franklin's Colonial press.
JULY 4: LA Galaxy July 4th Fireworks. Sky show follows game with Sporting Kansas City.
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CATALINA ISLAND:

JULY 3-4: 4th Of July Festivities & Fireworks. Two days of fun in Avalon & Two Harbors.
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CERRITOS:

JULY 4: July 4th 'Let Freedom Ring' & Fireworks. Live entertainment included. Pack a picnic!
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CULVER CITY:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks: West LA College. Canceled.
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EL SEGUNDO:

JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Show. Skies will be lit! See details ...
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HERMOSA BEACH:

JULY 4: July 4th Ironman 'Run, Paddle, Chug' - "Participants run a mile, paddle a surfboard a mile and then drink a six-pack of beer!"
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HOLLYWOOD:

JULY 3-4: July 4th Fireworks With Kool & The Gang: Hollywood Bowl. "Celebrate good times—and Independence Day!"
JULY 3: 'Dazed & Confused' & Fireworks: Forever Cemetery. Fun includes free photo booth.
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2021: Universal Studios Hollywood. The show is a go — for one night only.
JULY 4: 'Dirty Dancing' & 4th Fireworks: Forever Cemetery. "After the film, sit back as a firework spectacle illuminates the Hollywood Forever Cemetery."
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LAKE ARROWHEAD:

JULY 4: July 4th Concert & Fireworks. Tickets on sale for "Black Crystal Wolf Kids" concert.
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LAKEWOOD:

JULY 2: 4th Of July Fireworks. To be launched at three sites.
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LONG BEACH:

JULY 3: 'Big Bang On The Bay' BBQ & Fireworks. Annual fundraiser hosted by Boathouse on the Bay.
JULY 4: July 4th Bike Parade: Belmont Shore. Justin Rudd event with kids' patriotic speech & costume contest.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks At Waterfront. With multiple viewing sites.
JULY 4: Queen Mary July 4th Fireworks. Canceled.
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LOS ANGELES:

JULY 1: Port of LA's Cars & Stripes Forever & Fireworks. Canceled.
JULY 1-31: Grand Park's 'Portraits of Freedom' Exhibit. Featuring photography & video & nighttime projection installation of LA's civic pride & identity.
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2021: Universal Studios Hollywood. The show is a go — for one night only.
JULY 4: Smorgasburg LA Returns: ROW DTLA. Massive open-air market with food, vendors & pop-ups.
JULY 4: Grand Park July 4th Block Party & Fireworks. Canceled.
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LYNWOOD:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks & Fest. Canceled. Fireworks are planned at an upcoming centennial celebration.
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MALIBU:

JULY 4: Fireworks. No updates yet on barges' fireworks shows, so stay tuned. Or check back with the city's website under "Notify Me."
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MARINA DEL REY:

JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks. The show is returning for 2021, with viewing from several sites.
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PACIFIC PALISADES:

JULY 4: July 4th Parade, Flyover & Fireworks. Festivities include patriotic home-decorating & "Kids on Bikes" contests, too.
JULY 4: July 4th Will Rogers Runs. Canceled.
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PALOS VERDES ESTATES:

JULY 4: Old-Fashioned July 4th. Canceled.
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES:

JULY 2-4: July 4th Weekend Concerts: Terranea Resort. Stunner setting at Nelson's restaurant.
JULY 4: July 4th Park Concert & Celebration. With music by Palos Verdes Symphonic Band & Heart-tribute band Dog n Butterfly.
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REDONDO BEACH:

JULY 3: Independence Day 5K & Firecracker Dash. In its 28th year supporting schools & running programs.
JULY 4: July 4th Fest & Fireworks: Riviera Village. With beer garden, concerts, plus fireworks launched from barge.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks: Seaside Lagoon. Show begins at 9 p.m.
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SAN PEDRO:

JULY 1: Port of LA's Cars & Stripes Forever & Fireworks. Canceled.
JULY 4: 70th Annual John Olguin 4th of July Fireworks Display. Cabrillo Beach Boosters are putting the plans in place for 2021.
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SANTA MONICA:

JULY 4: 4th Of July Parade. Canceled.
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SOUTH GATE:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks Show. The show returns at South Gate Park.
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TORRANCE:

JULY 3: LA FUNK ALL STARS Concert: Torino Festival Plaza. Not Independence Day-ish, per se, but could be fun for the holiday weekend.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks Show: Civic Center. The show returns for 2021!
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UNIVERSAL CITY:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2021: Universal Studios Hollywood. The show is a go — for one night only.
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VENICE:

JULY 4: July 4th Electric Light Parade. Fun biking event goes to pier for fireworks viewing.
JULY 4: July 4th 'Mr. & Mrs. Muscle Beach'- Canceled.
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WESTCHESTER:

JULY 4: Wayback Daddies At LAX Coastal Parade. The popular band will perform its salute to the classics.

FOR THE FULL LA GUIDE: 4th Of July Fireworks, Parade & Events 2021 In Los Angeles County

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Susan C. Schena and Editorial Intern Brittany Ung contributed to this post.