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Fourth of July 2025: Celebrate with parades, pool parties and BBQs across Southern California Kick off your Independence Day festivities with these daytime events LOS ANGELES, CA — Independence Day falls on a Friday in 2025, kicking off a star-spangled three-day weekend packed with fireworks, festivals and other Fourth of July fun in and around Los Celebrate July 4th 2025 in Los Angeles with fireworks, parades, concerts, and family fun across all major cities. Check event links for updates. Wondering where to watch fireworks on 4th of July? Here's a list of what's happening on Independence Day across Southern California. The Ocean Park Association will present the 19th Annual Santa Monica Fourth of July Parade on Friday, July 4, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., returning to Main Street for one of the city's most cherished The only fireworks show in the city of Santa Monica was also canceled because of a lack of funds. Santa Monica College puts on the Celebrate America festival every July 4, typically culminating Here's a list of Fourth of July fireworks shows in Southern California. Scroll down to see the list of celebrations that have been canceled. Looking for a safe, legal way to enjoy fireworks this Independence Day? From beachfront shows to park celebrations, there are numerous permitted public fireworks shows taking place across Los Santa Monica College announced this month that Celebrate America, its patriotic July 4 event, has been canceled due to a lack of funding. At the SMC Board of Trustee’s April meeting, Superintendent Kathryn E. Jeffery said contracts for the event are typically submitted to the Board in April. El Segundo and Santa Monica Offer Daytime Festivities In El Segundo, Recreation Park will host an all-day Fourth of July celebration from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., including family games, live music, and The 2025 Santa Monica Parade celebrates JUL 4 6:10 PM Fireworks commence after the game, which begins at 6:10 p.m. Tickets and more info here. - Photo by Renee Schiavone/Patch 305 likes, 69 comments - westsidecurrent on April 30, 2025: "Santa Monica's only public fireworks display has been canceled, ending a long-standing Fourth of July tradition in the City. Santa Monica College announced that its annual Celebrate America event will not take place this year due to insufficient funding. Full details available at the link in bio.". Learn about the cancellation of Santa Monica's Celebrate America event, leaving the city without its annual Fireworks show. Get ready for a spectacular 4th of July in Santa Monica with our roundup of the best events, including parades, fireworks, competitions, and more! An annual celebration of the Fourth of July. Join us for fun, food, music, and fireworks on Corsair Field. The Associated Students of Santa Monica College celebrate the diversity that is America and thank the people of Santa Monica for their many contributions to education and a better tomorrow. Fireworks by Pyro Spectaculars Live music by Westside Crew Picnic on Corsair Field Gates open at 5 Fourth of July events near Santa Monica Summer has arrived and everyone is gearing up for the 4th of July! Check out our recommendations below for the best Independence Day celebrations in and around Santa Monica. Whether you’re looking for all-ages activities, great views, or Santa Monica fireworks, we have you covered! SAVE THE DATE! The Santa Monica 4th of July Parade RETURNS Friday, July 4, 2025 at 9:30am Apply for your group to be IN the parade! Join us to walk, play, ride and celebrate on July 4th, 2025! 5,046 likes, 559 comments - socals on May 6, 2025: "Santa Monica’s only public Fourth of July fireworks show, “Celebrate America” at Santa Monica College, has been canceled for 2025 due to a lack of funding. The event, which typically costs around $100,000, previously relied on contributions from the City of Santa Monica, student government, and local businesses. However, these sources Celebrate America An annual celebration of the Fourth of July. Join us for fun, food, music, and fireworks on Corsair Field. The Emeritus Program at Santa Monica College and the Santa Monica College Associates celebrate the diversity that is America and thank the people of Santa Monica for their many contributions to education and a better The annual Fourth of July Parade in Santa Monica is back in town and returns to its classic route. As always, friends and families can catch the parade anywhere along the Main Street route as gorgeous classic cars and community organization floats make their way through the city.
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