Honor the men and women of the military and celebrate our great nation at the 37th Annual UWS 3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular scheduled for Wednesday, July 3 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base.
According to a press release issued by the city, the annual fireworks display is a free event offered in collaboration with the cities of Los Alamitos & Seal Beach and located at the Joint Forces Training Base.
The event features live music from Redneck Rodeo, a country band favorite, in addition to the 40th Infantry Division Band, a Family Fun Zone, including family-friendly entertainment and games, food and sales booths, and a spectacular fireworks show beginning promptly at 9:00 p.m. This is one of the best fireworks shows in Southern California.
Gates will open at 4:00 p.m. via Lexington Drive off of Katella Avenue or Orangewood Avenue off of Los Alamitos Boulevard. Gates will close to incoming traffic at 8:45 p.m. There is no foot or bicycle traffic allowed, and all participants planning to enjoy the event must enter in a vehicle with a valid I.D. for those ages 16 and over. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Please provide extra time and patience in entering and exiting the Base. Alcohol, fireworks, BBQs, motor homes, and pets (except for service animals) are not allowed on the installation. Lawn chairs, blankets and shade are highly encouraged, as there is no seating or shade provided. As a reminder, no foot or bicycle traffic allowed.
This event is free to the public thanks to the generosity of the following sponsors: Title Sponsors – Universal Waster Systems Premier Sponsors – Event-News Enterprise & Sun Newspapers Rising Star Sponsors – The Shops at Rossmoor, Sea Air Federal Credit Union
For more information, please visit www.cityoflosalamitos.org/recreation or contact the Recreation and Community Services Department at (562) 430 – 1073.