Here is a sampling of things to do in-person and online in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles area, July 1-8.
EVENTS
Six Flags Magic Mountain Coca-Cola July 4th Fest: The theme park is open and fireworks and laser show with patriotic music, July 2-4. Hours: 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. July 2-4. Admission $70 and up for July 2-4 (see add-on specials; parking $25). 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia. www.sixflags.com/magicmountain/events/coca-cola-july-4th-fest
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular at the Hollywood Bowl: Music from Kool & the Gang and Thomas Wilkins conducts the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra in patriotic music favorites, 7:30 p.m. July 3-4. Tickets $26 and up. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood. 323-850-2000. www.hollywoodbowl.com
Third of July Fireworks Extravaganza in Moorpark: Gates open, 4 p.m. Concerts, 5 p.m. (the band Ignition) and 7:30 p.m. (the band Young Dempsey). Flag presentation, 6:45 p.m. Fireworks, 9 p.m. Bring a blanket or low-back lawn chair and picnic. Food court. Admission, $5 for all ages including infants. Tickets need to be purchased in advance (no ticket sales at the door). Limited parking at the park; fee for parking. Arroyo Vista Community Park, 4550 Tierra Rejada Road, Moorpark. 805-517-6300.
