4th of July in La Verne: Here's How and Where You Can Celebrate 🇺🇸

A replica of the Liberty Bell will take center stage in La Verne’s Fourth of July parade this year, serving as the grand marshal as the City marks 250 years of American Independence.

4th of July in La Verne: Here's How and Where You Can Celebrate 🇺🇸
Members of the La Verne Historical Society ride in the organization's International truck during the 2024 Fourth of July parade in La Verne. Photo by John Best, courtesy La Verne Historical Society

Updated 9:50 a.m. July 1 to add the free swim from noon-4 p.m. and additional information about the fireworks show.

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July 4 Schedule of Events

6:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. — Pancake Breakfast
Methodist Church, 3205 D St., La Verne
Parking available across the street at Bonita High School.
$8 per plate (typically includes 3 pancakes and 3 sausages)
Purchase tickets on-site or during Monday evening Scout meetings at the Methodist Church, 3205 D St., La Verne, from 7-8:30 p.m. or at the United Methodist Church office Monday-Friday from 9-11:30 a.m.

9:45 a.m. — Pre-Parade Motorcycle Ride 
The Motorcycle Parade kicks off the La Verne 4th of July festivities, riding just ahead of the main parade.

10 a.m. — Parade: Celebrating 250 Years of Independence – La Verne’s Way
Starts at D Street & Tenth Street (south of Bonita High School)
Note: the City of La Verne limits the placement of chairs, tents, blankets, or other items to reserve areas on the parade route to only 24 hours in advance.


PSA from the La Verne Fire Department

Municipal fines for the use of ANY fireworks start at $1,000. Fines for the sale, possession and use of illegal fireworks can be upwards of $50,000 and punishable up to one year in jail. If you observe any use of fireworks, please contact La Verne Police Department dispatch at (909)596-1913 for non-emergencies. Learn more @lavernefiredepartment on Instagram

noon-4 p.m. — Free Swim
La Verne Aquatics Center, 3175 Bolling Ave.

6-10 p.m. — La Verne Fourth of July Fireworks Show
Bonita High School, 3102 D St., La Verne
Children 4 and under are free. $20 General Admission after June 25.
Show begins at 7 p.m. and is expected to end by 9:30 p.m.

Important note from the La Verne Friends of the Fourth of July: Bonita High School has an artificial turf field. NO BBQs, open flames, other incendiary devices, pets, sunflower or pumpkin seeds, umbrellas, stakes, or any other items which may damage the turf are NOT permitted in the stadium or anywhere on the field. Additionally, Bonita High School is currently installing a new track at the stadium. As such, the track surrounding the turfed infield in the stadium will not be accessible for use during the 4th of July Fireworks Show and will be fenced off for the event. 

For the safety and enjoyment of all attendees, the following items are strictly prohibited: weapons of any kind, objects that could cause bodily harm or disrupt the event, chemical dispensing devices, fireworks, alcohol, drugs, and/or any illegal substances. Any individual found in violation of this policy or under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be subject to immediate removal or denial of entry. ALL ITEMS ARE SUBJECT TO VISIBLE INSPECTION upon entry. 

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