4th of July is right around the corner. Here are 11 events on Haptuit that will help you make the most of your holiday. Happy birthday, America!

1) Hollywood Bowl: July 4th Fireworks Spectacular - with Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers featuring Edie Brickell

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/series/864

What: Celebrate the Fourth at the Bowl’s annual party. This year’s spectacular includes Steve Martin, Edie Brickell, Te Steep Canyon Rangers, patriotic music from the U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West and breathtaking fireworks. 50% discount for children 12 and under – perfect for the whole family!

When: July 2nd, 3rd & 4th @ 7:30 pm

Where: Hollywood Bowl, 2301 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90068

2) Santa Monica’s 8th Annual 4th of July Parade

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/1078/8th+Annual+4th+of+July+Parade

What: The Ocean Park Association (OPA) announced that its 8th Annual 4th of July Parade will take place this year on Friday, July 4, 2014. The 1.5-mile route will take revelers from the Pico Boulevard and Main Street, south on Main, turning west on Marine Street and onto Barnard Way, concluding south of Ocean Park Boulevard. Viewers are encouraged to sit along the Main Street route and are encouraged to walk or ride their bikes to the route to help achieve a more environmentally friendly parade.

When: July 4th @ 9:30 am

Where: Santa Monica (Pico Boulevard and Main Street, south on Main, turning west on Marine Street and onto Barnard Way, concluding south of Ocean Park Boulevard)

3) Americafest

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/863/AMERICAFEST

What: Join us in celebrating our nation’s birthday with the 88th Annual Fourth of July Celebration at America’s Stadium. Schedule of Events: 2 PM: Festival begins outside the stadium in Area H; 7 PM: Live motorcycle stunts and special musical performances by Grammy Nominated Liverpool Legends (Louise Harrison’s hand picked Ultimate Beatles Experience) and Teen Idol singing star Ian Thomas; 9 PM: The largest fireworks show in Southern California produced by Pyrospectaculars by Souza

When: July 4th 2:30pm-9:30pm

Where: Rose Bowl, 1001 Rose Bowl Drive Pasadena, California 91103

4) 4th of July Block Party in Grand Park

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/528/4TH+OF+JULY+BLOCK+PARTY+%40+GRAND+PARK

What: LOS ANGELES! Grand Park is launching the biggest rooftop fireworks display in DTLA and expanding festivities from Temple to Second Streets. This year, Grand Park’s 4th of July Block Party is bigger, better and FREE FOR ALL! (see the link above for more details

When: July 4th 4pm-9pm (fireworks at 9p)

Where: Grand Park, 200 North Grand Avenue Los Angeles, California 90012

5) Fourth of July Celebration @ Exposition Park

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/1208/Fourth+of+July+Celebration+%40+Exposition+Park

What: The Fourth of July Community Festival Fireworks Show comes to Exposition Park! Live entertainment will be presented by KJLH Radio at 2:00pm on Christmas Tree Lane, and 2nd Stage performances at 6:00pm in front of the California African American Museum. The fireworks show will begin at dusk.This event is free and open to the public.

When: July 4th, 12 noon - 10pm

Where: Exposition Park, 3911 South Figueroa Street Los Angeles, California 90037

6) 4th of July Fireworks Celebration in Marina del Rey

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/1209/4th+of+July+Fireworks+Celebration+in+Marina+del+Rey

What: The traditional fireworks extravaganza over Marina del Rey takes place annually on July 4th at 9 p.m., and lasts approximately 20 minutes. Celebrate in the marina, as one of few communities still bringing in the 4th with a bang! The show begins with lively movement and color, intensifying to an explosive skyline display, mirrored by the water below. The event is sponsored by Los Angeles County Department of Beaches & Harbors and a host of community supporters. Early arrival is strongly suggested; ample paid parking.

When: July 4th 7-9 pm

Where: Marina del Rey, California – Best Viewing Spots: Fisherman’s Village - 13755 Fiji Way; Burton Chace Park - 13650 Mindanao Way; Marina (Mother’s) Beach - 4101 Admiralty Way

7) Culver City Fireworks Show

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/1210/2014+Culver+City+Fireworks+Show

What: This year the Exchange Club of Culver City, in conjunction with City of Culver City, the County of Los Angeles and West Los Angeles College will be presenting the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Show on the college grounds. In addition to the Fireworks, there will be live music by Rob Canove & Playback, Food Trucks, and a kid-friendly midway with games and attractions.

When: Starts July 4th @ 4:00pm

Where: West LA College, 9000 Overland Ave, Culver City, CA 90230

8) All-American Fourth of July (Queen Mary)

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/1211/All-American+Fourth+of+July

What: Celebrate an All-American 4th of July aboard the Queen Mary. Choose your favorite era of Independence to salute or stroll from decade to decade with the entire ship as your playground. Listen to live music, learn your favorite American jig, and lounge all day enjoying family-friendly activities. With a giant fireworks extravaganza and unforgettable family fun, 4th of July aboard the Queen Mary (12 - 11PM) is the ultimate Southern California tradition.

When: July 4th 12 noon - 11pm

Where: Queen Mary, 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90802

9) Palisades Rocks the Fourth

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/1212/Palisades+Rocks+the+Fourth

What: Palisades Rocks the Fourth is an all ages, family-friendly Fourth of July festival of music, food and fireworks. This year’s event will feature an expanded number of tempting gourmet food trucks and a special area just for kids featuring our newly created kids area, with balloon artists, a rock climbing wall, a bounce house, glitter tattoos and glow products. The event thunderously concludes with a 25-minute fireworks display produced by world renown Pyro Spectaculars by Souza, the same company that produces the annual Macy’s Fourth of July Spectacular in New York City.

When: July 4th 6pm-10pm

Where: Palisades Charter High School, 15777 Bowdoin Street Los Angeles, California 90272

10) 8th Annual Redondo Beach Fireworks

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/1213/Redondo+Beach+4th+of+July+Fireworks

What: The Fireworks show will feature stirring patriotic music and a wide variety of fireworks perfectly matched and timed to the music - a true pyromusical production launched only 300 yards away. Through the pyrotechnic mastery of Fireworks America, this year’s show will firmly establish the Redondo Beach 4th of July show as one of the premiere fireworks displays in Southern California.

When: Starts July 4th @ 12 noon

Where: Seaside Lagoon, 200 Portofino Way Redondo Beach, California 90277

11) Kaboom! Fourth of July Celebration

Link: http://www.haptuit.com/event/1214/Kaboom%21+July+4th+at+Fairplex

What: It’s the 27th annual fireworks spectacular at Fairplex. Monster trucks and Moto X extreme get the crowd cheering and the stupendous fireworks are the grand finale. The nighttime programming has been a crowd pleaser since its inception in 2002. It puts the boom in KABOOM!

When: July 4th @ 8pm

Where: Fairplex, 1101 West McKinley Avenue Pomona, California 91768