Festival Guide

STROLLER WALKS – LONG BEACH

Event Type
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
This is listed as one of the best stroller walks around Los Angeles. This 4.1-mile multi-purpose path features separate 6-foot-wide bike lanes and a 5-foot-wide pedestrian lane. While walking with your stroller, you will be treated to magnificent views.
Website Link
longbeach.gov/park/recreation-programs/sports-and-athletics/bike-paths
Event Date
Event Location

Shoreline Pedestrian/Bicycle Path
On the water's edge from Alamitos Bay to Shoreline Village
Long Beach
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.7606184, -118.1903112

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10384848
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STROLLER WALKS – FERN DELL NATURE CENTER

Event Type
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
At the border of the Hollywood Hills and Los Feliz neighborhoods lies a captivating, tree-shaded half-mile trail in Griffith Park. This scenic route meanders along a trickling stream adorned with picturesque ponds, offering a delightful experience for your stroller walk.
Website Link
laparks.org
Event Date
Event Location

Fern Dell Nature Center
5375 Red Oak Dr.
Los Angeles, 90068
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1128224, -118.3077239

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10384996
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Grand Performances 2025 Outdoor Concert Series

Event Type
Dance
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Music
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Grand Performances’ summer series celebrates our City’s rich diversity through the performing arts. Reflecting the best of global culture through an eclectic lineup of world music, dance, and theater at a stunning outdoor venue in Downtown LA. Grand Performances is where Angelenos make summer GRAND.
Website Link
grandperformances.org
Event Date
Event Location

California Plaza
350 S. Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.051415, -118.251634

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10385677
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MUSEUM FREE DAYS

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
SoCal Museums is dedicated to showcasing the diverse and vibrant cultural landscape of Southern California. SoCal Museums presents a diverse assortment of museums, reflecting the unique character of Southern California itself. Whether it’s art, natural history, science, or culture, there’s something for everyone, and you can find out which museums are free today.
Website Link
socalmuseums.org/free-days
Event Date
Event Location

Various locations around Los Angeles
United States

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10383355
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LONG BEACH – FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS

Event Type
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
View a Fourth of July fireworks spectacular at the Long Beach waterfront. The night sky will alight at 9 p.m., with fireworks launched from Queensway Bay. Free viewing locations are available all along the downtown waterfront, including the Lions Lighthouse for Sight, Shoreline Village, Rainbow Harbor, and Marina Green.  
Website Link
visitlongbeach.com/blog/4th-of-july-in-long-beach/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Long Beach Waterfront
Queensway Bay & Rainbow Harbor
Long Beach, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.7516151, -118.1897914

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
142964
Event Main Image

Marina Del Rey 4th Of July Fireworks

Event Type
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
There’s no better place in Los Angeles to see 4th of July 4th fireworks than in L.A.’s Marina Del Rey.  Burton Chace Park or Fisherman’s Village will have a family-friendly party atmosphere including synchronized music played over loudspeakers. You can view the show from virtually anywhere in Marina del Rey, Venice Pier, Playa Vista or  Dockweiler Beach.  
Website Link
BEACHES.LACOUNTY.GOV
Event Date
-
Event Location

Burton Chace Park
13650 Mindanao Way
Marina Del Rey, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.9774796, -118.4448091

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
142971
Event Main Image

LA Wildfire Tickets – for the Geffen Playhouse

Event Type
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Theater
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
 Geffen Playhouse offers complimentary tickets to firefighters, first responders, and individuals impacted by wildfires for performances in the 2024/2025 season. This initiative aims to provide a night of entertainment and respite to those affected. Eligible individuals can reserve tickets for the upcoming show, “The Reservoir” (June 18 – July 20, 2025).  
Website Link
geffenplayhouse.org/tickets/discounted-tickets/wildfire-tickets/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Geffen Playhouse
10886 Le Conte Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0635118, -118.4443932

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
Complimentary tickets to firefighters, first responders,
Contact Phone
310.208.5454
Event ID
10390229
Event Main Image

July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular with Earth, Wind & Fire

Event Type
Music
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Nine-time Grammy Award-winning icons and one of the best-selling artists of all time Earth, Wind & Fire brings their iconic and timeless catalog of music with hits like “September” and “Shining Star” for three thrilling nights of songs, fireworks and fun. Like the elements in their name, Earth, Wind & Fire’s music has withstood ever-changing trends in the world and shows no sign of vanishing as they continue to create joy and uplifting tunes that will forever reach a sacred universal atmosphere.
Website Link
hollywoodbowl.com/events/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Hollywood Bowl
2301 N. Highland Avenue
Hollywood, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1127392, -118.3388562

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
Tickets are available at the website
Event ID
10389928
Event Main Image

Annual John Olguin July 4th Spectacular

Event Type
Fairs & Festivals
Music
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Sponsored by the Port of Los Angeles and organized by the Cabrillo Beach Boosters, this day-at-the-beach celebration features music, family activities, and food trucks — all leading up to a spectacular fireworks show!   Cabrillo Beach (Fireworks from Berth 46 dock)
Website Link
portoflosangeles.org/community/events
Event Date
-
Event Location

Cabrillo Beach
3720 Stephen M. White Drive
San Pedro, CA 90731
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.7109884, -118.2852845

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
142950
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Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival

Event Type
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Theater
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Theater under the stars! This summer the fully staged productions of Love’s Labour’s Lost (Shakespeare) and Doctor Faustus ( Marlowe) is presented the stellar classical actors of Independent Shakespeare Co. Broadway World says “ISC delivers a rousing good time whenever they strut their stuff!” Pack a picnic, grab your friends and family by the hand and meet us in the iconic Old Zoo in Griffith Park. Performances are free and open to the public!

Show times:

  • Love’s Labour’s Lost  Wednesdays through Sundays, from June 25 to July 27, at 7:00 p.m.(No performance July 4th).
  • Doctor Faustus Wednesdays through Sundays, from August 6 to August 31, at 7:00 p.m.
To learn more about the two plays, the cast, and to volunteer, visit indieshakes.org/. Image removed.Jacqueline Misaye and Brent Charles. Photo Mike Ditz. Image removed.Isaac Ybarra and David Melville. Photo: Mike Ditz.  
Website Link
iscla.org
Event Date
-
Event Location

Old Zoo in Griffith Park
4730 Crystal Springs Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90027
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.145026, -118.2937784

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10389071
Event Main Image
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