Malibu usually has firework displays, all of which can be seen from the Santa Monica Bay.
The fireworks, entirely funded by private individuals, are typically held at Broad Beach near Zuma, Malibu’s Surfrider Beach and the beach near Duke’s restaurant. All of the shows kick off at about 9 p.m. ■ Pasadena has celebrated the Fourth of July at the Rose Bowl since 1927, and is often considered the largest fireworks show in Southern California. The stadium will open at 4 p.m. on July 4. Tickets can be purchased for $20 on ticketmas-ter.com or at the box office. Parking is $15 for cars, $30 for buses. ■ Celebrations at the Hollywood Bowl include a patriotic music performance from the famed LA Philharmonic, as well as a fireworks show. This year, the Hollywood Bowl celebrates Disney’s 50th anniversary by featuring some music from the films and rides associated with Disney’s theme park in Anaheim. See ticketmaster.com for details, or call (323) 850-2000. Take advantage of the “$5 Park and Ride” options offered at 15 different locations, which allow you to park near your home and take a shuttle to the Hollywood Bowl. Also, the MTA offers free shuttles up the hill from the Hollywood and Highland Red Line station for Metro ticket holders. Patrons also can park at the Hollywood and Highland garage for a fee. ■ Fireworks at Fisherman’s Village in Marina del Rey is launched from a boat over the bay by Zambelli Pyrotechnics and will be accompanied by music from KXLU that can be heard on 88.9FM radio. Parking is available at local parking lots or parks. Admission is free, as the fireworks can be seen from all over the Marina. ■ Culver City High School’s celebrates its 40th year of hosting a fireworks show. Donations are welcome, as the proceeds benefit the high school’s Exchange Club. Gates open at 5 p.m., and fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Expect to see student group, as well as professional performers. Parking is $5. Pets and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
For more information about fireworks held at the Rose Bowl, contact ticket-master.com. For information about fireworks in Long Beach, call (562) 435- 3511. For the celebration at the Hollywood Bowl, call (323) 850-2000. For Marina del Rey’s celebration, call (310) 305-9545.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on July 1, 2005. Read the original PDF.