No 4^th of July is complete without the obligatory fireworks display. For those of you in Los Angeles this weekend who aren't going to light your own fireworks, and perhaps just want to relax and take in a great show, no worries. We've got you covered.

Check out our list of some of the official shows taking place this weekend, as well as some of the great vantage points in the area. Even if you're not interested in braving the crowd, these sneaky places to watch fireworks should let you hang back from a distance, and hopefully avoid the crowds. 

According to About.com, here are some of LA's best fireworks shows this year: 

4^th of July AmericaFest at the Rose Bowl

Southern California's largest fireworks display is back again at the Rose Bowl's 88^th Annual Fourth of July Celebration. The show starts at 9:05 pm, but there are events happening all day after the parking lot opens at 10 am. The food court will open at 2 pm and the stadium will open at 6:30 pm, with opening ceremonies beginning at 7 pm.

Admission: $13 for general admission, $25 for reserved seats, $30 for premium seats. Children 7 and under and active military personnel with ID are free.

Tickets can be purchased here.

Parking is an additional $20 per car. For more information call 626-577-3100 or go here.

Queen Mary BBQ, Brews and Red, White & Blues

The Queen Mary's celebration will feature tributes to different American eras throughout the ship. Several DJ's and live acts will be performing throughout the day and the show will climax with a fireworks display over the harbor. The celebration runs from 12 noon to 11 pm, with the fireworks starting at 9 pm.

Admission: Advanced prices are $39.99 for adults, $19.99 for children ages 3-11, $59 VIP. Add an additional $6 for tickets purchased at the door.

Parking is an additional $20.

Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum 4^th of July Community Festival and Fireworks Show

Celebration begins at noon and runs until 10 pm. Fireworks start at 9 pm.

Admission: Free. For information on parking go here.

July 4th Fireworks at Marina del Rey

The show is best seen from Chase Park, 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, though you can also take in the show from Fisherman's Village and Marina Beach. The fireworks start at 9 pm and will be accompanied by patriotic music played by FM radio station KXLU, 88.9. For more info visit www.visitmarinadelrey.com or call 310-305-9545.  

Admission: Free. 

Soccer with Fireworks - LA Galaxy vs. Portland Timbers

You can come catch the LA Galaxy take on the Portland Timbers and stay after the game for fireworks at the Stubhub Center in Carson. The game begins at 7:30 pm. For more info visit www.lagalaxy.com or call 1-877-342-5499. For parking info go here. 

Admission: $20 and up, depending on where you sit. Parking is $15-40. 

3-Day July 4th Celebration at the Hollywood Bowl

2014's celebration features nightly shows by Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers, plus fireworks each night. The shows run from July 2-4th and begins at 7:30 pm. 

Admission: $15-243. For more information visit www.hollywoodbowl.com and Hollywood Bowl Visitors Guide. 

And, as a bonus, our sneaky fireworks hints: 

For those of you that don't want to brave the crowds at any these celebrations or pay the admission fees, there are several lookout spots around Southern California, accoridng to Daily News, which should provide a free view of one or more of the areas' fireworks displays.  

South Bay

The annual Torrance Beach fireworks display can be viewed from nearly anywhere along the nearby coast or Palos Verdes Peninsula. Malaga Cove provides a great view, including some baseball fields at Malaga Cove School. 

Long Beach

Those looking to take in the Queen Mary's show while avoiding the crowds should try Harrys Bridges Memorial Park, the Shoreline Aquatic Park or Rainbow Lagoon park.

Pasadena

The Angeles National Forest can provide some great views of the surrounding area, including Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena and the San Gabriel Valley. You'll want to travel along Angeles Crest Highway in La Canada-Flintridge all the way to Angeles Crest. Once there you have the option of pulling into one of the turnouts for a spectacular view of any fireworks display nearby. 

Orange County

Those in Orange County can head to the top of Newport Coast for a great view of the inland area. Take Newport Coast Dr. to Ridge Park Rd. and follow it up to the top of the hill. Laguna's Top of the World at Alta Laguna Park is another great place to view most of the County.