HOLLYWOOD—The Fourth of July is almost here, it’s the day we celebrate our independence with being at the beach, fireworks, barbecues, ideally a beautiful setting with sand between your toes. It’s the perfect day for hot dogs, hamburgers, lobster rolls, listening to live music, watching impressive pyrotechnic displays over the water. The Hamptons is costly, yet since it’s very expensive you don’t have to worry about crowds. Each year, the Stars Over Montauk Grucci Fireworks Display usually takes place at Kirk Park Beach also known as Umbrella Beach. Sag Harbor Yacht Club, Clamshell Foundation in East Hampton, or Shelter Island’s Crescent Beach usually have post-holiday celebrations.
The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show this year will take place on Friday, July 4, with the show launching from the Brooklyn Bridge and four barges on the East River at the Seaport District. The 49th annual show will be televised live on NBC and Peacock rom 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET and on Telemundo from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET. The show will feature over 80,000 fireworks with 30 colors that are vivid and vibrant, and a musical score curated by Ahmir Thompson “Questlove” and James Poyser, according to published reports. Some of the firework’s effect will be like crown jellyfish, atomic rings, green sunbursts and comet fans. Some of the performers include the Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz, Ava Max, Keke Palmer and Trisha Yearwood.
In Malibu there is always Paradise Cove. It’s also a great place to celebrate the Fourth of July. Other beaches are Zuma Beach, Surfrider Beach and El Matador are all great choices for enjoying the beach atmosphere, picnics and fireworks display. Private firework displays are often launched from the barges off the Malibu coast, and visible from various beaches. The rule of thumb is to arrive early, since popular beaches fill up quickly. Universal studios Hollywood has a 4th of July celebration with fireworks. Marina del Rey will have a fireworks show at Burton Chace Park and Fisherman’s Village. Newport Beach hosts a fireworks display at the Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina. The City of Mountain View and Live Nation present the 2025 Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular at the Shoreline Amphitheatre. Huntington Beach is known for its 4th of July celebrations, including a parade and fireworks. There are post-game fireworks at Dodger Stadium after the baseball game. Pacific Palisades has a parade, and fireworks show at Palisades Charter High School.
The Hollywood Bowl has performers Earth, Wind & Fire that will be performing for three nights, including the 4th, with a fireworks display. The first night will be July 2, 2025, at 7:30, July 3, and 4th. The nine-time Grammy Award-winning icons and one of the best-selling artists of all time, bring 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 fading as they continue to create joy and uplifting tunes that will live in our hearts forever. Together with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, conductor Thomas Wilkins, and a sky full of fireworks, the party starting Rock & Roll Hall of Famers make it a huge July fourth at the Bowl.
Another idea to celebrate the 4th of July would be aboard the Queen Mary with a one-of-a-kind, family experience. You step into the historic decks and journey through themed parties spanning every decade, from an old-time fair to a 70s disco and even a modern glow bar, each with its own activities, and live performances for all ages. The night reaches its grand finale with a dazzling 15-minute fireworks spectacular lighting up the Long Beach skyline, an unforgettable moment for the whole family.
Rose’s Scoop: The wedding of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Emmy-winning journalist, pilot and entrepreneur Lauren Sanchez, even though locals have been protesting is still anticipated to take place June 26-28 in Venice, Italy.
