Celebrate Local: Your South L.A. County Guide to 4th of July Weekend Fun | July 4–6, 2025

by Maiyah Jimenez

Here’s your South Los Angeles Lifestyle Round‑Up for July 4–6, 2025! 🌴 Whether you're looking for family fun, culture, or fireworks, here's what’s happening in South L.A.

📍 Gardena – Rowley Park

City of Gardena 4th of July Celebration

Day: Friday, July 4, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM; fireworks around 9:00 PM
Tickets: Free admission; food trucks, games, kid’s zone, and fireworks finale
Why go? A classic, family‑friendly Independence Day event right in South L.A. — enjoy an evening of local fun under the stars.

📍 San Pedro – Cabrillo Beach

75th Annual John Olguin July 4th Weekend Fireworks Spectacular

Day: Saturday, July 5, 2025
Time: 9:00 PM
Tickets: Free (donations encouraged); BYO chairs/blankets
Why go? Iconic seafront fireworks with a memorable community atmosphere.

📍 Downtown L.A. (ROW DTLA)

Smorgasburg LA – Smorgasburger Stand ft. Tripp Burgers

Day: Sunday, July 6, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tickets: Free entry; pay-as-you-go food
Why go? Enjoy gourmet smash burgers, local vendors, and a vibrant open‑air Sunday scene.

BONUS: Nearby Highlight

Hollywood Bowl

July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular ft. Earth, Wind & Fire

Day: Friday, July 4, 2025 (also shows on July 2–3)
Time: Gates open ~5:30 PM; show & fireworks ~7:30 PM
Tickets: Vary; available through Hollywood Bowl
Why go? Three nights of legendary live music and fireworks—from the iconic stage of the Bowl.

🚨 Community Alert

Several local Latino-majority July 4th events, including in South Gate, Cudahy, Bell Gardens, and Huntington Park, have been canceled out of concern for immigration enforcement activity Gardena’s celebration is still on, but we recommend confirming details before heading out.

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