July might just be our favorite month in Los Angeles! Oh yeah, the June gloom is over and it’s now a full blast of sunshine baby!
And of course it comes with a great list of Summer things to do all over the region.
We have captured here for you guys some sensational events happening this gorgeous month, that will satisfy your appetite for creativity, vibrancy, good food of course, and awesome performances. Also its Independence month so some fun suggestions celebrating the country’s birthday Cali style.
Treat yourself to all these activities, and have fun attending events that will create memories for Summer 2022 that will last a lifetime!
1 – July 4th Spectacular
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Ready for the biggest birthday party of the year? Los Angeles is one of the best cities in the country for firework shows and we have some pretty spectacular suggestions so you can say Happy Birthday to America!
Alamitos Seal Beach fireworks Spectacular is free to attend. Gates open at 4:00 pm and the fireworks are are schedule to start around 9:00 pm. Bring lawn chairs and have fun at this super event that also offers food court, musical entertainment and beer garden.
Fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl!! Everyone come to the Hollywood Bowl to laugh with Steve Martin and Martin Short, and also to enjoy the Hollywood Bowl beautiful fireworks display. The LA Phil will also be performing a program of favorites. Gate time is 5:30 pm.
Looking for family friendly entertainment during the day, and spectacular fireworks in the evening? Head over Knott’s Berry Farm.
Check out the return of Ghost Town Alive, and at 9:30 pm Independence Day Fireworks show.
And of course Disney land is doing fireworks every night in the Summer but goes next level for July 4th.
Location: 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068
Pic Credit: @hollywoodbowl
2 – Long Beach Vegan and Music Fest
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July 2nd starting at 11:00 am come on over to Long Beach Vegan Fest for food and music! This event is presented by Plant Based for All Non Profit, and features amazing, creative, and delicious vegan fare.
Also expect live music, activities and earth-friendly merchants. Adventure your self and try plant based chicharrones by Alga Snak, other vendors expected at this event include Extreme Elotes and More, Blessed from the Roots and plenty other talented merchants.
Limited VIP tickets are available and include shaded sitting area near the main stage, private bar, and a Reusable SWAG bag filled with products from the vendors.
Location: 855 Elm Ave. Long Beach 90813
PIC Credit: @milkteabunny
3 – Best Outdoor Movies
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Summer outdoor movies is an activity that always hits our list of things to do, and this month there are several excellent choices for the whole family to enjoy.
Street Food Cinema presents A League of Their Own (30th anniversary) at Veterans Memorial Park in Culver City on July 2. Indiana Jones and The Raiders of The Lost Ark at Westdrift Golf Course in Manhattan Beach. Bring your lawn mats and blankets, or low beach chairs to these events.
Rooftop Cinema Club has incredible movies this month for the whole family but also for movie date night. Here you don’t have to bring mats since your ticket gives you access to comfortable chairs in great rooftop locations in DTLA or El Segundo.
This month featuring Sing 2, Scream, Jurassic Park and many others. And we have a special deal with the el Segundo location! Put in code: LIFEHACKSLA20 to get 20% off any showings before July 31st 2022! Click here to reserve.
Movies at the Skirball! This great spot is featuring a good amount of favorites this month including When Harry Met Sally, and Ratatouille.
Location: 1310 E Franklin Ave, El Segundo, CA 90245
PIC Credit: @lifehacksla
4 – Flamboyance – South Coast Botanic Garden
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Take a break from the Valley summer heat and enjoy coastal breeze with panoramic views in Palos Verdes. For some this may be a short trip, and for others it may be a day trip kind of thing.
So make the best of your visit, enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings, plus hikes and tide pools.
While you are there visit the South Coast Botanic Garden, this entire month featuring over 100 topiary animals. This is a one of a kind lawn display that everyone should check out, and take incredible photos!
The display is presented in six groupings throughout the garden. You will see 70 life size flamingos filled with begonias and other displays such as dogs, rabbits, monkeys, butterflies, and dolphin shaped shrubs.
Location: 26300 Crenshaw Blvd, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
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5 – Concerts and Shows
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Several talented stars are performing in LA this month in different fun locations for you to choose from. Some of the most anticipated talents include Red Hot Chili Peppers. They will perform at the SOFI Stadium on July 31st, but if you can’t wait until then, they are also performing July 27th in Petco Park in San Diego.
In the mood for something unique and fun? Check out Freestyle Love Supreme. This is an improvisational, hip-hop comedy show happening at Pasadena Playhouse. The talented performers take suggestions from the audience and spin them into musical numbers.
Get tickets at Pasadenaplayhouse.org, show dates starting July 12th at 8:00 pm.
The Hollywood Bowl brings a night of smooth and sophisticated grooves on July 29th at 8:00 pm. Get your tickets to attend the performance of two of the greatest R&B groups of all time Boyz II Men and TLC. Gate time is 6:00 pm.
These are just some of the awesome concerts going on at our incredible venues here in LA.
Location: 39 S El Molino Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
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Do you agree with our list or did we miss an obvious one? Let us know by commenting below!