Can you believe the 4th of July is already here? If you'll be in town, here are some great local events to enjoy with the family. Have a great time making memories with your family and friends!
Do you know of an event not listed here in our directory? Click here to submit an event or email kathye@macaronikid.com. We do not go to every one of these events and cannot control unforeseeable circumstances. Please call or verify the event before checking them out in person.
Sierra Madre
Pre-Party in Memorial Park. 5:30-10:30pm. July 3rd. July 4th Parade starts at 10am! For more details, click here.
ALHAMBRA
Almansor Park: Fireworks display on Tuesday, July 4th at 9 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Bring a picnic or purchase food at the park. Parking is limited. 800 South Almansor St. in Alhambra. (626) 570-5052, www.cityofalhambra.org.
CLAREMONT
This year's Fourth of July Celebration will be another fun-filled day in the true Claremont tradition!
Pomona College: Fireworks Spectacular on Tuesday, July 4th. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., concert begins at 6:45 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Tickets available to purchase for $8 pre-sale or $10 at the gate. 333 North College Way in Claremont. www.ci.claremont.ca.us
COVINA
Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday July 4th @ Edgewood School
DIAMOND BAR
Fourth of July blast! Free parking and admission. Bring blankets and/or low beach chairs for lawn-seating, picnic, or purchase from local vendors. Diamond Bar High School 909-839-7070 or www.ci.diamond-bar.ca.us
EL MONTE
Fourth of July Celebration at New Temple Park. 1pm-9pm. www.ci.el-monte.ca.us
IRWINDALE
Saturday, July 1st. Night of Destruction with Firework Finale. Independence Day Fireworks Show at Irwindale Speedway, gates open at 5 p.m., races start at 7 p.m. 500 Speedway Drive, Irwindale, www.irwindalespeedway.com
HACIENDA HEIGHTS
The Hacienda Heights 4th of July Parade takes place on July 4th at 9:00 a.m. in Hacienda Heights, CA on Stimson Avenue starting at Colima Road and ends at Steinmetz Park. The Parade consists of bands, floats, equestrian, drill teams, VIPs, local school and church groups. http://www.allabouthh.org/hacienda-heights-parade
LA HABRA
Enjoy fireworks, food, live music, games and more at the annual Fourth of July Spectacular on Tuesday. Gates open at 5 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. 801 W. Highlander Ave., La Habra. 562-905-9708. For more information visit : www.ci.la-habra.ca.us
LA MIRADA
La Mirada's annual Independence Celebration is held each year on July 3 from 4 to 9:30 p.m. at La Mirada Regional Park. http://www.cityoflamirada.org/departments/community-services/special-events/independence-celebration
Fireworks show: Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Show will be held on July 3rd at La Puente Park, 501 N. Glendora Ave., La Puente. Festivities will begin at 5 p.m., with the fireworks show at 9 p.m. During the celebration, the following road closures around La Puente Park will be in place: Hacienda Boulevard will be closed in both directions south of Temple Avenue and north of Nelson Avenue. Glendora Avenue will be closed in both directions south of Temple Avenue and north of Nelson Avenue. The roads will be closed from 7 to 11 p.m. For more information, contact the Recreation Services Department at 626-855-1560.
LA VERNE
Fireworks: Gates open at 6 p.m. for the fireworks show at Bonita High. Entertainment starts at 7 p.m. and the fireworks show starts at 9 p.m. Purchase pre-sale tickets for a $1 discount at City Hall, 3660 D Street, La Verne, and the Chamber of Commerce, 2078 Bonita Ave., La Verne.
MONROVIA
The City of Monrovia's 4th of July Concert & Fireworks Show is scheduled for Tuesday, July 4 in Library Park, 321 South Myrtle Avenue. The Fireworks Show is free of charge and is scheduled to begin at 9:00 p.m. and will last approximately 20 minutes. Spectators may reserve a park space no larger than 10 x 10 feet and must be supervised at all times.
Rose Bowl Stadium: "Americafest 2017" on Tuesday, July 4th from 2 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Festival begins outside the stadium at 2 p.m. Stadium gates open at 6:30 p.m., with live music and entertainment at 7 p.m. Americafest fireworks show begins at 9 p.m. Parking: $20. 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena. For more information visit www.rosebowlstadium.com
POMONA
KABOOM! Fourth of July Celebration: Gates on Tuesday, July 4th opens at 5 p.m. Monster truck and big air freestyle motocross starts at 8 p.m. Fireworks show begins at 9:20 p.m. 1101 W. McKinley Ave. in Pomona. www.fairplex.com
ROSEMEAD
Rosemead Park: The Rosemead Independence Day Parade and Festival will be held Thursday, July 4th. A new 5K run will begin at 8 a.m. The parade begins at 10 a.m. at Muscatel Ave. Valley Blvd. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Rosemead Park 4343 Encinita Ave. in Rosemead. 626-569-2100 www.cityofrosemead.org
SAN GABRIEL
Kids Day & 4th of July Parade! 9am-1pm. Kids are invited to decorate their tricycles, bicycles, scooters or walk in the parade. Must register to be in the parade. Free. For more information, San Gabriel Parks and Recreation Department, 626-308-2875.
It's going to be magnificent celebrations so don't get there late! Pack up your blankets and lawn chairs and make sure to find a favorite spot at Lacy Park to enjoy the entertainment, parade and fireworks! Guests may reserve areas with blankets and chairs. There will be a family fun zone, the Rotary Club Parade and of course the breathtaking fireworks at the end of the night!
The Virginia Road entrance to Lacy Park will open at 8 a.m and you MUST wear a wristband to enter. No entrance will be allowed via St. Albans Road until 3 pm.
ALL wristbands purchased on the Fourth of July are $20 each (for residents and non-residents). Pre-purchased wristbands cost $5 for residents and $15 for non-residents. Children 2 and under are free.
For more information, please call 626-943-2627 or get more information here
SOUTH EL MONTE
New Temple Park: Independence Day Celebration on Thursday, July 4th begins at 1pm, fireworks at 9 p.m. Waterslides, live boxing, basketball contests and more. 1450 Lidcombe Avenue in South El Monte. 626-579-2043, www.ci.south-el-monte.ca.us
SOUTH PASADENA
Enjoy a colorful 4th July celebration in South Pasadena including their Festival of Balloons and Fireworks show. The festivities will be held at South Pasadena High School's stadium and gates open at 5.30 pm. There will be plenty of fun activities for the kids, food vendors and live music.
Tickets: Pancake Breakfast $8 (kids under 6 years free)
WHITTIER
Friendly Hills Country Club: A private Independence Day celebration on Tuesday, July 4 begins at 6 p.m. with games, face painting, live music and a BBQ buffet. Fireworks at 9 p.m. 8500 Villaverde Dr. in Whittier.
For more information: www.friendlyhillscc.com/
If you are involved in an event or know of one you don't see on the calendar, let me know. Just email me @ kathye@macaronikid.com. or use our Submit an Event button on the top bar of the website & We'll add it to the calendar!
Have a memorable and safe 4th of July!
