The 178th anniversary commemorating Los Angeles’ first Independence Day flag-raising on July 4, 1847, scheduled for 10-11 a.m. July 4 at Fort Moore Pioneer Memorial, 451 N. Hill St., Los Angeles, “per advice from public safety officials in light of planned political protest activity.” Email: [email protected]

Here is a list of fireworks shows, parades, festivals and more taking place this year celebrating the Fourth of July in North Jersey.

Here are many of the city- and community-sponsored events on tap, most of which are free or low-cost to attend.