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Miami Herald
2 days ago
- Climate
- Miami Herald
A regular summer event is missing from Sunday's metro Miami weather forecast
Daily Miami and Fort Lauderdale summer weather forecasts usually can be summed up as 'hot, rain, chewy humid, repeat.' Sunday's forecast drops one of those. The National Weather Service predicts a high of 91 degrees with a heat index of 102 degrees Sunday and Monday. That's higher than usual because the usual daily 15 to 20 minutes of warm-but-cooling rain — just long enough to play the first six songs on Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' — isn't expected to return until at least Monday in Miami, Tuesday in Fort Lauderdale. And, Miami's Monday maybe for rain is estimated at a slight 20% in the daytime, 10% at night. There's a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Tuesday in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. So, if you're going to be outside, take some fluids with you. Check on senior citizens, especially those who might have malfunctioning fans or air conditioners in their homes. Parents, grandparents, guardians and pet parents, especially if you're altering your routine, make a habit of looking in the back seat before you lock your car with the windows raised. Many child or pet deaths from hot cars happen when the child or pet is being taken along on a common errand where they're usually not present. A disturbance in the Atlantic Sunday morning, the National Hurricane Center says environmental conditions for a tropical wave about 1,000 miles east-southeast of the Lesser Antilles 'appear only marginally conducive for development during the next day or so while the system moves west-northwestward around 10 mph.' Formation chance through two days: 10%. Formation chance through two days: 10%.
Forbes
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: Stevie Wonder Brings BST Hyde Park To Triumphant Close With Soulful Set
BST25 Stevie Wonder @ISHASHAHPHOTOGRAPHY @ISHASHAHPHOTOGRAPHY Stevie Wonder closed the British Summer Time (BST) Hyde Park festival on Saturday night with an unforgettable night of song which spread a much-needed feeling of pure joy through the 65,000 strong crowd. Wonder's memorable performance at BST Hyde Park was part of his Love, Light and Song UK tour, and he set the tone of love and peace by telling the crowd: 'We've been through the hate; love is far bigger.' 'I want to give you some sense of why I decided to call this tour Love, Light and Song. You know I've had the pleasure of living through various discoveries, including Braille. I hope that those creators will continue to do it. Because every single person who is blind should be able to see in their own way.' Stevie Wonder BST STEVIE WONDER @BETHANMILLERCO @BETHANMILLERCO Style and Soul: Wonder's Iconic Look and Playful Wit Timelessly stylish with a Rock n'Roll edge, Wonder rocked a black beret, bejewelled sunglasses and a bespoke white tunic embroidered with portraits of iconic musicians John Lennon and Marvin Gaye. Apart from captivating the crowd with his exquisite voice, Wonder revealed his sharp wit, welcoming the crowd with a London-accented 'hello' and cracking jokes in a mock Cockney accent in the style of Dick Van Dyke in My Fair Lady . Wonder gestured at the embroidered faces on his tunic, saying the musicians' names but inadvertently pointing to the wrong face, before joking: 'Sorry y'all, I'm blind you know.' Setting the Tone: A Message of Peace and Positivity Kicking off with Love's In Need of Love Today , Wonder attributed the song to the fragility of the world today, saying: 'We've been through the hate, (but) love is far bigger. We need–in a time when this planet is too angry–light. So, I want to start off with a song off that you would by now know.' Wonder's poignant words led to an unexpected cover of John Lennon's Imagine , setting the precedent for an uplifting and emotional night celebrating music, family and joy. Wonder added: 'It's not about your religion, it's about your relationship. Love you too!' Wonder's performance–his first UK performance since playing BST in 2019–turned out to be the closing night of the three-week long American Express presents BST Hyde Park festival after ELO's Jeff Lynne announced he could not perform on Sunday evening. BST STEVIE WONDER @BETHANMILLERCO @BETHANMILLERCO A Family Affair: Children Share the Stage and the Spotlight The show was a family affair and Wonder was brought out on stage by two of his children–son Kayland and daughter Aisha (for whom Isn't She Lovely is written)–before performing an epic two-hour set full of hit songs. Stevie's son and daughter both stepped into the limelight during the set to perform stunning solos, with Wonder's son Kailand Morris performing I Can Only Be Me after lamenting the negative impact of social media on today's young generation, and daughter Aisha singing a cover of Nancy Wilson's Save Your Love for Me . Much to the delight of the crowd, Wonder sang his iconic hit Happy Birthday to his 13-year-old daughter Zaiah Morris, which prompted a mass singalong, creating a moment of pure joy in Hyde Park. One of the best-selling and most-awarded artists of all time, Wonder has sold over 100 million records and won 25 Grammy Awards (more than any other artist), including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. He won an Academy Award for Best Original Song and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame. Wonder was a child prodigy and signed to Motown's Tamla label at the age of eleven, where he was given the professional name Little Stevie Wonder. He had his first number one hit single–Fingertips–at the age of 13 and went on to amass 49 Top Forty singles and 32 number one singles. The word legend is overused but is totally apt when applied to Stevie Wonder, a true musical icon whose pioneering fusion of jazz, funk, R&B, soul and pop makes him one of the most influential musicians of the 20thCentury. At the age of 75 years, Wonder shows no signs of slowing down, and his voice–projected across Hyde Park to the mesmerised crowd–was as honey-toned and powerful as ever. He delivered a heart-warming set featuring hit after hit from his six-decade archive of music, and the set was interspersed with witty one-liners from Wonder, such as 'So Just 'Chillax as they would say in America. Just chill. Lose your dollar bill.' Legends Remembered: Tribute to Sly Stone with Corinne Bailey Rae Highlights of the epic two-hour set–which kicked off Love's In Need of Love Today followed I Wish and Isn't She Lovely featuring a harmonica solo–included a cameo from British soul singer Corinne Bailey Rae who joined Wonder in a heartfelt duet of Everybody Is A Star, in tribute to the late funk legend Sly Stone who passed away in June. BST STEVIE WONDER & CORINNE BAILEY RAE @BETHANMILLERCO @BETHANMILLERCO 'Unfortunately we've lost so many great talents. And so much great music has come from those people. Tonight we want to acknowledge and remember the life of Sly Stone. So Corinne, myself and some of my people are gonna do a song tonight.' Stevie Wonder Rae performed earlier on the Great Oak stage and has been supporting Wonder on his UK tour. Against the backdrop of a beautiful sunset descending on Hyde Park during a summer heatwave, Wonder launched into Sir Duke, Isn't She Lovely and I Just Called To Say I Love You, before a rousing incredible finale of Superstition followed by Always and Another Star . Wonder introduced his penultimate song Superstition with the words 'We've got to do this one', and the funky riff was so contagious it penetrated the crowd like a Tsumani and everybody danced under the warm summer sky. Culminating with Another Star– joined by his guest singers at front of stage–the energetic 75-year-old was the ultimate Showman, not wanting the gig to stop he said: 'I know we've got to go but we're gonna keep this party going.' BST Ezra Collective @photosbychloeh Chloe Hashemi @photosbychloeh Chloe Hashemi The Perfect Warm-Up: Ezra Collective Brings the Fire Brit Award and Mercury Prize winning British band Ezra Collective set the stage for Stevie Wonder with an energy-filled, all guns blazing performance full of magical keys, sublime saxophone and dazzling drumming. The London jazz quartet delivered their unique blend of jazz and afrobeat. Ezra Collective frontman Femi Koleoso, told the crowd how special it was to open up for Wonder, and delivered a message of love and hope which set a precedent for Wonder's hope-filled set. 'In 2018 I bought tickets for Stevie Wonder. I was with all my best mates and we danced to Stevie Wonder all night, and it was the best gig I've seen — to this day — in my life. It would be an honour to contribute to the dancefloor for one of the greatest musicians of all time… And to be doing it in London.' Femi Koleoso BST EZRA COLLECTIVE @BETHANMILLERCO @BETHANMILLERCO Ezra Collective got the crowd on their feet with uplifting tunes Shaking Body , Wish I Didn't Miss You and Femi Kuti Tune culminating in their dancefloor hit God Gave Me Feet . 'Signed, Sealed, Delivered': A Soul-Stirring Close to BST 2025 Wonder's memorable performance was the perfect ending to two weeks of sellout concerts at BST Hyde Park–ranging from young pop stars Olivia Rodrigo and Sabrina Carpenter to living legends Neil Young and Yusuf Cat Stevens–proving that nothing beats live music for an experience that unites generations and crosses cultural divides. It sounds like a cliché, but Wonder really does possess an other-worldly gift from a higher being that enables him to spread so much love and joy at a time when the world is so full of pain. Music That Heals: Why Stevie Wonder Still Matters This truly felt like a once-in-a-lifetime gig and Wonder was the ultimate performer, delivering a set that took the audience through a rollercoaster of emotions ranging from soulful ballads like Isn't She Lovely , to rousing dance tracks Superstition and Master Blaster (Jammin') . A flawless performance from his band–comprised of four backing singer, four horns, two drummers, two keys players and two guitarists–added to the groove and musicianship, making this a night to remember. During more than two hours of musical magic and Wonder, Signed, Sealed and Delivered. Wonder's words summed it up: 'Are we good? Are we all having a good time? You damn well better be.'
Daily Mail
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Stevie Wonder, 75, cracks blind joke on stage during BST Hyde Park set as he pays tribute to John Lennon and Marvin Gaye
Stevie Wonder cracked a blind joke while paying tribute to John Lennon and Marvin Gaye on stage on Saturday. The legendary singer, 75, brought his joyful catalogue of music – spanning six decades – to BST Hyde Park for the second time. With over 100 million records sold all over the world, it's no surprise that Stevie's appearance sold out. Arriving on stage, Stevie was dressed in a white tunic with stitched portraits of John and Marvin on either side. Tapping one side, Stevie told fans, 'This is Marvin Gaye,' but quickly realised he was showcasing John's face. He corrected himself and playfully added: 'I'm sorry y'all I'm blind,' which had the large crowd laughing. Kicking off with Love's In Need of Love Today, he attributed the song to the fragility of the world today. He said: 'We've been through the hate, [but] love is far bigger. We need - in a time when this planet is too angry — light. So, I want to start off with a song off that you would by now know…' An extra special, and unexpected, cover of Imagine by John Lennon followed. The setlist also included Everybody Is A Star, Master Blaster (Jammin'), Higher Ground and You Are The Sunshine of My Life. Stevie ended with Superstition and Another Star before the American star took his final bow. AJ Odudu, Emily Atack, David Walliams and Vicky McClure were amongst those in the crowd. It comes as it was announced that BST's final day had been cancelled, after Jeff Lynne's Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) pulled out of the headline slot. A statement from organisers said: 'Following the news that Jeff Lynne's ELO will not be able to perform at BST Hyde Park due to medical reasons, Sunday 13 July's event will sadly be cancelled. AJ Odudu (left), Emily Atack (right), David Walliams and Vicky McClure were amongst those in the crowd 'Ticket holders will be refunded and contacted directly by their ticket agent with further details.' An earlier statement from BST said: 'Jeff Lynne is heartbroken to report that he will not be able to perform at tomorrow's BST Hyde Park show. 'Jeff has been battling a systemic infection and is currently in the care of a team of doctors who have advised him that performing is simply not possible at this time nor will he be able to reschedule- 'The legacy of the band and his longtime fans are foremost in Jeff's mind today - and while he is so sorry that he cannot perform, he knows that he must focus on his health and rehabilitation at this time.' The band were due to be joined at BST Hyde Park by Californian rockers The Doobie Brothers, English songwriter Steve Winwood and Dhani Harrison, the son of late Beatles lead guitarist George Harrison. Other acts on the bill included W.H. Lung, Cats in Space, High Fade, Neckbreakers, Bobbie Dazzle and Bec O'Malley. ELO's latest cancellation comes after the rock band, best known for their hit song Mr Blue Sky, pulled out of a performance at Manchester's Co-Op Live on July 10 at the last minute. The musician, best known for hit Mr Blue Sky, revealed on X that he was battling a 'systemic infection' and said that doctors 'have advised him that performing is simply not possible at this time' The band cancelled less than an hour before they were due to take to the stage, with thousands of fans already seated in the vemue. They were told that the performance would not go ahead as planned due to 'illness.' The band posted on social media: 'Unfortunately due to illness tonight's (Thursday 10th July 2025) scheduled performance of Jeff Lynne's ELO at the Co-Op Live will not going ahead. 'Jeff is devastated he cannot perform this evening.' The band was formed in Birmingham in 1970 by Lynne, multi-instrumentalist Roy Wood and drummer Bev Bevan, and first split in 1986.
RNZ News
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- RNZ News
Music with Kirsten Zemke: Songs about climate change
This audio is not downloadable due to copyright restrictions. Photo: Pixabay Music correspondent Kirsten Zemke looks at songs over the past 50 years that have tried to focus attention on issues like climate change and damage done to the environment. "Big Yellow Taxi" Joni Mitchell 1970 "Recycling Song" Jack Johnson 3Rs 2006 "Pollution" Tom Lehrer 1967 "Four Degrees" Anohni 2016 "Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)" Marvin Gaye 1971 Kirsten Zemke is an ethnomusicologist at the University of Auckland's School of Social Sciences.
Los Angeles Times
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
52 L.A. places and secret spots to watch Fourth of July fireworks and drone shows
Long Beach Aquarium Call Route Website Marvel at marine life this Independence Day at the Aquarium of the Pacific's 4th of July for the outdoor Veranda dining area are available at 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. Friday, with slots lasting an hour. Tickets are $70 for adults and $55 for children and include general admission to the aquarium. Once the maritime museum closes at 8 p.m., pop over to the nearby Seashell Park or ShoreLine Aquatic Park to view the 9 p.m. fireworks over Rainbow Harbor. Route Details Artesia Point of Interest Call Route Website Flex your swing at the city of Artesia's 4th of July Celebration, featuring a double-elimination pickleball tourney kicks off at 1 p.m. (check-in at noon) Friday at Artesia Park & Albert O. Little Community Center, with family games, live Latin music and fireworks to follow. The explosive finale is scheduled for 9 p.m. Admission is free, and don't forget to bring your picnic blankets. Route Details Baldwin Park Festival Call Route Website Watch more than fireworks fly into the sky at Baldwin Park's Independence Day Spectacular on Thursday at Sierra Vista High open at 5:30 p.m. for this free community event, which will feature a concert by Marvin Gaye tribute band Trouble Man as well as carnival rides, food vendors and acrobats. Stay for the 9:30 p.m. synchronized firework show. No alcohol is permitted, and coolers are subject to search. Route Details Burbank Performing Arts Theater Route Website As the Starlight Bowl in Burbank undergoes repairs following the January wildfires in L.A., the venue's Independence Day celebration this year has been moved down the hillside to McCambridge the fires just barely in the rearview, the venue will also sub out its traditional fireworks display in favor of a drone light show visible throughout the city. Those who can't make it to McCambridge can still tune into the show's soundtrack via the Starlight Bowl begin at 5 p.m. Friday, with the drone show scheduled for 9 p.m. In between, L.A.-based groups the Ultimate Rock Band and Bruno and the Hooligans will perform at the park. The event is free, with limited parking available on-site and additional spaces available in several downtown Burbank parking structures. Route Details Avalon Point of Interest Call Route Website Just a ferry ride away, Catalina Island is hosting several days of Fourth of July fun. The festivities begin on the eve of Independence Day with a performance by the USC Trojan Marching Band, happening from 3 to 4 p.m. on Thursday at Wrigley Stage Avalon Bay the morning of the Fourth, play judge at the Home & Business Decorating Contest, then soak up the island vibes at the afternoon golf cart and dinghy parades before scoping out your viewing spot for the 9 p.m. firework show over Avalon Bay. Pros recommend the Catalina Casino promenade or a Cyclone power boat. Catalina Express ferries depart up to 30 times daily, so don't stress about missing them. Round trip fare is $84 for adults, $75.50 for seniors and $65 for children, and parking at the ports of San Pedro, Long Beach or Dana Point is between $20 to $25 for the day. The fireworks show is free. Route Details Catalina Island Harbor Route On Saturday, a more laid-back iteration of the Avalon Bay festivities will take place at Two Harbors, starting 10 a.m. Saturday with the 39th Annual Children's Festival and capping off with a 9 p.m. firework show over Isthmus Cove. Catch the show on the water or from the classic Harbor Reef Restaurant. Route Details Porter Ranch Point of Interest Call Route Website Visit Shepherd's Church in Chatsworth for a 4th of July Spectacular for the whole family. Offerings include kids' activities, food vendors and a World War II replica flyover from the Condor Squadron. Gates open at 5 p.m. and fireworks fly at 9 p.m. Route Details Claremont Point of Interest Call Route Website It's the 75th annual 4th of July Celebration in Claremont, and the agenda is your July 4 holiday off with pancakes at Memorial Park, then run in a 1K or 5K race before cooling down with a 1 p.m. community parade. In the evening, make your way to the Pomona College Strehle Track for a firework show by Pyrospectaculars. Gates open at 6:30 can also enjoy barbecue and live music at the track before the show starts at 9 p.m. Tickets for the show are $10 and can be purchased online or at the Alexander Hughes Community Center. Route Details La Crescenta-Montrose Point of Interest Call Route Website The 18th annual Crescenta Valley Fireworks Celebration will be held Friday at La Crescenta Elementary open at 4 p.m., with fireworks slated to fly at dark. In the interim, jump in inflatables, hop between food trucks and listen to live music. Day-of tickets are $10. Presale tickets are $9 and may be purchased at the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce, Bob Smith Toyota, J's Maids & Maintenance, Crescenta Valley Weekly Newspaper and Crescenta Valley Insurance. Children age 7 and under attend free. Route Details Culver City Point of Interest Call Route Website Sport your finest retro gear at the '80s-themed Downtown Culver City Independence Celebration, running 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday at Town Plaza. The free, family-friendly event, which is in its second year, will feature live music by L.A.-based band Guilty Pleasure Makers, a flag salute and national anthem by local talent and a drone light show sure to enchant onlookers. Route Details Elysian Park Baseball stadium Call Route Website Spice up your Independence Day by watching the Dodgers face off against the Houston Astros. The game starts at 6:10 p.m. Friday, with a post-game firework display to follow. Tickets start at $72. Route Details Duarte Point of Interest Call Route Website Grab a bite at a food truck and hop on a ride or two at the Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks Show on Thursday at the Duarte Sports open at 5:30 p.m., and fireworks start at 9 p.m. In the interim, guests will be serenaded by Latin Soul Band, and they can float between the beer garden and a family play area with inflatables and lawn games galore. Parking and entry are free, but the venue recommends arriving early to snag the best firework-gazing spot. If you forget to pack your picnic chairs and blankets, you can also watch the show from the bleachers. Route Details El Segundo Point of Interest Call Route Website Head to El Segundo's Recreation Park on Friday for a day of food, field games and all-day event will be split into daytime (10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and evening (5 p.m. to 9 p.m.) festivities. During the former, guests can flex their Hula-Hoop expertise or pie-eating skills, and during the latter, they can enjoy live music and a firework risers are invited to stake their claim on a softball field patch as early as 8 a.m. Wristbands are required for entry. El Segundo residents are allotted four wristbands per adult with a 2025 Rec ID Card, while nonresidents or those without an ID Card can purchase wristbands on the day of the event at $5 apiece. Route Details Gardena Point of Interest Call Route Website Gardena's 4th of July Celebration will be held from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday at Rowley Park. Join the city in celebrating with food trucks, games and a 9 p.m. firework show. Entry is free. Route Details Hawaiian Gardens Festival Call Route Website Hawaiian Gardens is hosting its annual Independence Day celebration from 7 to 10 p.m. Thursday at Fedde Sports Complex. The free event will feature live music, food trucks and a 9 p.m. firework show. Route Details Hollywood Hills Point of Interest Call Route Website Sing along to 'September' in July at the Hollywood Bowl's annual fireworks spectacular, scored this year by Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Earth, Wind & Fire — with assists from conductor Thomas Wilkins and the Los Angeles Philharmonic.A trio of shows will run Wednesday through Friday at the Hollywood Hills venue, with gates open at 5:30 p.m. and show kickoff at 7:30 p.m. Attendees looking to save some cash on concessions are invited to picnic and BYOB (wine or beer only), so long as any containers fit under your seats or within your range in price from about $50 to $350, with VIP packages on the higher end. The Hollywood Bowl recommends using your phone to add digital tickets to your Apple Wallet or Google Wallet before you arrive for smooth entry. As for getting there, you have a few options, the most expensive and most limited being driving and then on-site parking (booked through ParkWhiz). If you don't mind some friendly public transportation, check out available Park & Ride locations across L.A. County or take the Bowl Shuttle from nearby locales like the L.A. Zoo. Tickets for both are $15 and under. Or take the Metro B Line to the Hollywood/Highland Station and walk a few blocks north. Route Details Hollywood Point of Interest Call Route Website Cinespia has the filmic Fourth of July show for you, whether your penchant is for stunts or Hollywood Forever Cemetery's open-air theater this year will screen California-based classics 'Top Gun' (1986) and 'La La Land' (2016) on Friday and Saturday respectively. A firework show will cap off each screening. Both nights, gates open at 7:15 p.m. and the movie magic begins at 9 p.m. (Fair warning: Some people tend to line up an hour or three early to snag their first-come, first-served seats.) Picnics are a go, so long as you leave any hard liquor and tall chairs at home. Bring a tarp to protect your cozy bedding in the event of damp grass. Tickets are $45, so make the most of them by enjoying the pre- and post-screening DJ sets or snapping some pics at the venue's free photo is available on-site or at the Hollywood Production Center Lot at 1149 N. Gower St. and the Lemon Grove Parking structure 900 N. Van Ness Ave. (Entrance on Lemon Grove). Pro tip: Download free app Subtitles Viewer to sync with the screenings in case you wind up seated too far to hear well. Route Details Hollywood Hotel Route Dance Independence Day away at the Godfrey Hotel's Rooftop 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular. Kicking into gear at 8:30 p.m. Friday and running until 1 a.m., the patriotic party will feature refreshments and music by L.A.-based DJ Shell. Tickets are $40, and event hosts recommend either valeting or parking across the street from the hotel. Route Details La Mirada Point of Interest Call Route Website Head to La Mirada for an Independence Celebration returning to La Mirada Regional Park from 4 to 9:30 p.m. community-favorite event will feature live performances from country act Dawson and Latin pop and salsa band Tabu, along with food vendors and a 9 p.m. patriotic program featuring fireworks. Entry is free, and parking is available on-site. Overflow parking will also be up for grabs at La Mirada Civic Center, the stadium parking lot at La Mirada High School and the La Mirada Boulevard entrance to Biola University. The city is providing free shuttles from Biola to the park, with departures beginning at 3 p.m. and ending 45 minutes after the event. Route Details Lancaster Point of Interest Call Route Website See the desert sky burst into vivid color at the 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza in open at 5 p.m. Friday at the AV Fair & Event Center, where you can snack on food truck treats and flaunt your wheels at a classic car show. The grand firework finale begins at 9 year also marks the debut of the Kids Market, where mini entrepreneurs can sell handmade goods and crafts to community members. Entry is free, but grandstand seats go for $5. Parking passes can be purchased for $8. Route Details La Puente Point of Interest Call Route Website La Puente will host an Independence Day Celebration from 4 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday at La Puente City Park. At the free event, children can expend their energy at the inflatables while their parents enjoy a hopping beer garden by House n Brews . Southern California-based '80s tribute band Neon Nation, DJ Killah Noez and L.A.-based band Chico will also perform. Route Details Long Beach Point of Interest Call Route Website Head to the Boathouse on the Bay on Thursday for a waterfront block party featuring barbeque, bangers and a boatload of admission is $85 for this snazzy celebration ($35 for kids 10 and under), beginning at 5 p.m. and capping off with a 9 p.m. firework show over Alamitos Bay. Event proceeds go toward the Boys & Girls Club of Long Beach and other local organizations like the Action Sports Kids Foundation, Children Today, Los Altos YMCA and the Autism Partnership Foundation. Because the firework show has continued in recent years to face litigation related to its alleged harm caused to local marine life, the event organizers said this could be the Boathouse on the Bay's last hoorah. Route Details Lynwood Point of Interest Call Route Website The patriotic partying begins at 5 p.m. Thursday at Lynwood City Park. (Look for the baseball fields.) The city's annual Independence Day Celebration will have live performances, inflatables, food booths and a firework show closing the night. Route Details Marina del Rey Point of Interest Call Route Website Enjoy a seaside rendezvous this Friday in Marina del Rey, where a 9 p.m. firework spectacular will be visible from coastal locales including Venice Pier, Playa Vista and Dockweiler Beach. If you're more sonically inclined, head to Burton W. Chace Park or Fisherman's Village to enjoy music synchronized to the spectacle. While Marina del Rey boasts a slew of waterfront restaurants, limited grills and picnic tables are also available on a first-come, first-served basis at Burton W. Chace Park and ' Mother's Beach .' The 20-minute firework show is free to view, and parking is available for $11 to $20 at public lots throughout the marina, Venice and Dockweiler. Alternatively, take advantage of a free beach shuttle, running until 8 p.m., or the $1 Marina del Rey WaterBus, running until 11 p.m. Route Details Monrovia Point of Interest Call Route Website Dance the night away at the Fourth of July concert and fireworks show on Friday at Monrovia's Library Park. Featuring music by the Motown-inspired Blue Breeze Band, the event kicks off at 7 p.m., but visitors are welcome to arrive starting at 6 a.m. to claim a space of up to 10-by-10 feet. Fireworks are set to launch at 9 p.m. Route Details Norwalk Festival Call Route Website This year's Independence Day Celebration in Norwalk has moved to a new location at Holifield Park. The free event will run from 4 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday and offer food, live music, face painting and other games — plus a 9 p.m. firework show. Parking will be available on Norwalk Boulevard and Excelsior Drive. Additionally, a shuttle service will transport guests from the event's previous location at the Civic Center to the park. Route Details Pacific Palisades Point of Interest Route Website Watch drones light up the coastal sky at the 78th annual Pacific Palisades July 4th Celebration, open exclusively to Palisades residents and their family and year's iteration of the beloved neighborhood event will be hosted at the Paul Revere Middle School Campus and Field on Friday. Entry opens to preissued ticket holders at 5 p.m., and no tickets will be available to purchase entertainment and kids activities begin at 5 p.m., and the one-hour drone show kicks off around 9 p.m. Palisadians looking for some early-morning programming are also invited this year to participate in the Santa Monica 4th of July Parade, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Pico Boulevard and Main Street. Route Details Palmdale Point of Interest Call Route Website Enjoy a concert with an explosive finale at Friday's Fireworks Celebration at Palmdale Lucky Devils Band will hit the stage at 8 p.m., with fireworks to follow 15 minutes after the band's show ends. Arrive when gates open at 6 p.m. to set up at the festival-style venue, and enjoy drink specials until 7 p.m. No outside food or beverages or allowed, and the event is cash-free, so don't forget your Visa, MasterCard or Discover card. Tickets are required and must be purchased online for $6 apiece (kids under 12 enter for free). On-site parking is limited, so consider instead parking at the Highlands Christian Fellowship or Highland High School lots and taking a shuttle the rest of the way. Route Details Pomona Point of Interest Call Route Website Watch monster trucks crawl and crash at Kaboom!Fairplex's annual Fourth of July celebration in Pomona on Friday will feature Tuff Trucks, '80s tunes and a patriotic-themed firework show. The monster jam begins at 8 p.m., and fireworks fly around 9:15 start at $14 for a spot in the grass and get up to $45 for bleacher seats. Parking is available for $21.50 online or $25 at the gate. Make the most of your grass-section ticket by packing your own food (no alcohol allowed) and low camping chairs. Route Details Long Beach Point of Interest Call Route Website Step back in time aboard the Queen Mary, whose Fourth of July affair, beginning at 3 p.m., takes passengers through themed parties spanning decades. Once you've done the Brooklyn shuffle one too many times, head to the deck for a 15-minute firework spectacular, kicking off at 9 p.m. are $65 for adults and $45 for children, with self-parking available for $35 per vehicle, per day. VIP admission ($185) includes a trip to the barbecue buffet in the Grand Salon, exclusive party access and premium seating during the fireworks show. After the last explosion of light, keep your energy up for an extra $20 at the Silent Disco after-party, running from 9:30 to 11 p.m. Route Details Long Beach Point of Interest Call Route Website The budget conscious can still savor the Queen Mary's 9 p.m. firework display from afar at several lookout points along the Long Beach Waterfront. Prime spots include Lions Lighthouse in Shoreline Aquatic Park, Shoreline Village, Rainbow Harbor and Marina Green. Paid parking is available at lots including the Aquarium of the Pacific parking structure and the Pike Outlets. For a dose of maritime merriment, hop on a dinner cruise with City Cruises. Boarding is at 6:30 p.m., but arrive well in advance at the Rainbow Harbor dock — and don't forget your semiformal attire. Route Details Rancho Palos Verdes Venue Call Route Website Rancho Palos Verdes has Independence Day activities for littles and their parents Friday celebration begins at 3 p.m. at Ken Dyda Civic Center. There, kids can enjoy inflatables and small rides while parents taste test at beer and wine booths on-site. When the sun goes down, everyone's eyes will be glued to a grand finale drone light show. Entry is free. Route Details Pasadena Historic Landmark Route Website The Rose Bowl is shaking up its annual Fourth of July celebration. This year, the bash coincides with FoodieLand Food Festival, running Friday through Sunday at the venue. In place of fireworks, the Rose Bowl this Independence Day will commemorate the holiday with a drone show only visible to FoodieLand attendees. Route Details Rosemead Amphitheatre Call Route Website Fourth of July fun kicks off at 10 a.m. Friday in Rosemead, where a parade beginning on Valley Boulevard and Muscatel Avenue will lead attendees to Rosemead Park — the center of the the park, carnival games, community performances and a patriotic dog costume contest will fill the afternoon before fireworks fly at dusk. Food and craft vendors will also be selling goods. Save a chunk of change on carnival wristbands by purchasing them in advance online or at the Garvey Center or Rosemead Community Recreation Center. On the day of, wristbands will rise in price and go from $12 to $15. Route Details San Fernando Festival Call Route Website Work up an appetite for San Fernando's Independence Day festival, featuring a watermelon eating contest and a patriotic drone light show. The free event begins at 4:30 p.m. Friday at Recreation Park. Enjoy carnival games, crafts and food and artisan vendors. Drones fly at 9 p.m. Route Details San Marino Point of Interest Call Route Website Busy bees will feel right at home at San Marino's Independence Day celebration, running from 7 a.m. to after dark on moving at the 8 a.m. JP Blecksmith 5K Memorial Run, then refuel at a food booth in Lacy Park before joining the parade palooza along Monterey Road to Virginia Road and back through the the evening, enjoy the Motown sounds of tribute band Stone Soul and a presentation of colors by the San Marino Scouts — both preludes to the main event, the Friends, Family, & Fireworks show, slated for a 9 p.m. start are required for entry. Presale wristbands are $5 for residents and $15 for nonresidents and can be purchased at San Marino Community Center and Crowell Public Library. Wristbands purchased day-of are $20 for residents and non-residents. No on-site parking is available. Instead, visitors should park in residential streets. Alcohol is prohibited. Route Details Santa Clarita Point of Interest Call Route Website If you're seeking a quick nightcap, head to the Valencia Town Center at 9:15 p.m. on Friday for a fireworks show over the mall. The event is free, and you may even get a bonus view of the Magic Mountain firework display a few miles west. Route Details Santa Fe Springs Point of Interest Call Route Website Sing a different tune or a few at Santa Fe Springs' annual '3rd of July' celebration, featuring live performances from soft pop artist Luke Metzler and retro act Charlie's Angels, among at 3:30 p.m. at Los Nietos Park, visitors can shuffle between food trucks and family games before settling down for the 9 p.m. firework display. The viewing area at the Santa Fe Springs Athletic Fields opens an hour before the shuttles will depart from Town Center Parking Lot (11740 E. Telegraph Road) and Betty Wilson Center (11641 Florence Ave.) and drop visitors near the corner of Charlesworth Avenue and Jersey Avenue. Be sure to bring your own chairs and blankets for the evening, but leave barbecues, canopies and umbrellas at home. Route Details South El Monte Festival Call Route Website Celebrate at South El Monte's Independence Day Fireworks Festival, scheduled from 6 to 9:30 p.m. on Thursday at South El Monte High School. The event is free, and offerings include food vendors, games and a performance by Steel Rod. Fireworks fly at 9 p.m. Route Details South Gate Festival Call Route Website The City of South Gate is hosting a multiday 4th of July Festival from Thursday through Sunday, with a firework show scheduled for 9 p.m. top of the pyrotechnics, the event will also feature carnival rides, games, food and performances from a lineup of Latin groups. Hours are 2 to 11 p.m. every day except Thursday (5 to 11 p.m.), which is $2 ride night. Admission is free. Route Details South Pasadena Point of Interest Call Route Website The city of South Pasadena is celebrating all day long with its annual 4th of July Festival of year's event, themed 'Unity in Community: One Nation, One Neighborhood,' begins Friday with a 7 a.m. pancake breakfast at the South Pasadena Fire Station. Later in the morning, a parade will make its way from the South Pasadena Public Library Community Room to Garfield Park. There, a live DJ will play pop tunes as visitors enjoy food, games and other family-friendly up the festivities is a live concert from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., followed by a firework show at the South Pasadena High School Stadium. Fireworks presale tickets are $15 per person, and day-of tickets are $20. Gates open at 7 p.m. Route Details Studio City Point of Interest Call Route Website Step up your game with Universal Studios' 4th of July Celebration, accessible to daily and season ticket special event will include live performances by a fife and drum band, Independence Day-themed decor and a firework show to remember. Plus, park rides will remain open during the festivities. Park admission starts at $149, and fireworks begin around 9 p.m. Route Details Unincorporated Santa Susana Mountains Amusement park Call Route Website Catch the fireworks from atop the Lex Luthor Drop of Doom this Independence Day Flags Magic Mountain's 4th of July Celebration spans Friday through Sunday, when park visitors can catch fireworks nightly at 9:15 p.m. from across the park. Prime viewing points include Full Throttle Plaza, DC Universe and Main Gate Plaza. Park admission starts at $65. A VIP firework viewing ticket, available for purchase in the park only, includes access to reserved seating in Full Throttle Plaza and refreshments. Route Details Walnut Point of Interest Call Route Website Join the city of Walnut for a Fourth of July in the park featuring live music, a pooch parade and an evening firework show. The Friday event runs 5 to 9:30 p.m. at Suzanne Park, with fireworks scheduled to launch around 9 p.m. Attendance is free, and limited parking is available on-site. Bring your own cozy gear and picnic baskets, but leave your alcoholic beverages at home for this family-friendly extravaganza. Route Details Westlake Village Point of Interest Call Route Website Westlake Village's 10th annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular will take place at Westlake Golf Course Friday. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the event kicks off at 6 family-friendly offerings include inflatables, a putting contest, food trucks and a firework spectacular scheduled to begin at 9:10 p.m. The show can be viewed from the golf course range. Parking is not available on-site, but guests can park for free off Lakeview Canyon Road and Townsgate Road. Route Details Whittier Point of Interest Call Route Website Bring your best picnic gear to York Field in Whittier for a 4th of July Firework Spectacular featuring food trucks, inflatables and live music by Legacy, playing pop and Latin the sun goes down, take in the grand finale fireworks, flying at 9 p.m. Admission is $5, but veterans and those 17 and under enter free. Gates open at 5 p.m. Park on-site or at Sierra Education Center, where you can take a shuttle to the park. Route Details Woodland Hills Point of Interest Call Route Website Join Councilmember Bob Blumenfield at his July 4 Extravaganza in Woodland event will take place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Friday at Warner Park and features a free concert by the Doors tribute band Strange Days as well as food trucks, arts and crafts vendors and local business booths. A 20-minute firework show will commence at dusk. Admission is free, but VIP seats can be purchased for $25, with an optional $15 parking add-on. Parking proceeds will go toward the Valley Cultural Foundation. Route Details Here are several honorary mentions for places to view fireworks if you can't make it to one of the local celebrations above. Echo Park Park Attraction Route Rent a pedal boat and watch the fireworks reflect over Echo Park Lake. With LED lights below, L.A. city lights above and the twinkling water in between, you'll be living your best 'Tangled' fantasy. Reservations are required, and admission is $13 per person. If Echo Park gets booked up, try the Rainbow Lagoon Swan Boat Night Rides in Long Beach. Route Details Signal Hill Park Call Route Website Savor the panoramic view at Hilltop Park, where picking a firework show to focus on will be like choosing a patch of stars to gaze upon. Park tables are also available for late-night picnic fare. Route Details Hollywood Hills Historic Landmark Route The scenic Mulholland Drive is dotted with dozens of lookout points, but this one is the most popular for a reason. Peek at the nearby Hollywood Bowl's fireworks spectacular or look out at the horizon, sparkling in bright hues. Route Details Redondo Beach Point of Interest Call Route Website Head to Redondo Beach Pier, which is open 24 hours, and watch fireworks explode over the water — from the Palos Verdes Peninsula to Manhattan Beach. Route Details Norwalk Roadside attraction Route If all else fails, stay comfy in the car and cruise down the 105 Freeway West between the 605 Freeway and 110 Freeway for beachfront firework views. Alternatively, hit the 110 Freeway between the 91 Freeway and 10 Freeway to see eastward and westward firework displays. The sweet spot is between 8 and 10 p.m. Route Details
