The holiday gives us time to chill, grill and check in with our favorite sports. Marcos Brindicci / Getty Images Friday is observed as a federal holiday, and Saturday is the Fourth of July itself.

From fireworks to Furries and more, here's where to dance, have BBQ, celebrate the 4th, watch the World Cup and more this weekend.

Complete guide to July 4th weekend celebrations in Santa Monica, Venice, and Marina del Rey: parades, fireworks, food festivals, and parties July 2-4.

Community members took to the beaches this weekend to collect trash and debris left behind from the 4th of July weekend.

Since Independence Day falls on Saturday this year, here’s what to know about markets, mail delivery and more.

A flurry of major events is expected to draw large crowds, requiring extensive planning and security preparations. Oh, and there’s also a heat wave.

For most, the holiday weekend will be three days, but for some employees in Florida, it will last for five days to celebrate America's 250th birthday.