4TH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS
All events take place on July 4 unless otherwise noted.
Aliso Viejo
July Celebration & Fireworks
6-9:30pm / Grand Park
www.avca.net
Anaheim
Celebration & Fireworks
7am-9pm / Peralta Cyn Park/Canyon H.S.
www.anaheim.net
Disneyland Fireworks
9:30pm / Disneyland Park
https://disneyland.disney.go.com
Brea
Country Fair
7am-3pm / City Hall Park
www.ci.brea.ca.us
Buena Park
July 4th Fireworks
9:30pm / Knott’s Berry Farm
www.knotts.com
Cypress
Salute to America - June 28
5:30-9:30pm / Cypress Colleger
www.cypressca.org
Dana Point
4th of July Fireworks
9pm / Doheny State Beach
www.danapoint.org
Huntington Beach
Celebration/Fireworks Jun 29-Jul 5
Various locations
www.hb4thofjuly.org
Irvine
The Music of Chicago & Fireworks
8pm / FivePoint Amphitheatre
www.pacificsymphony.org
Ladera Ranch
Run, Parade, Celebration & Fireworks
6am-9pm / Founders Park
www.laderalife.com
Laguna Hills
4th of July Celebration w/ Fireworks
4-9pm / Laguna Hills Comm. Ctr.
www.lagunahillsca.gov
Laguna Niguel
Pancake Breakfast & Expo
7:30-10:30am / Crown Valley Park
www.lnchamber.com
YMCA Run in the Parks
8 am / Laguna Niguel Regional Parks
www.lnchamber.com
Laguna Woods
Independence Day Celebration
9:30am-12:30pm / Clubhouse 2
www.lagunawoodsvillage.com
La Habra
Celebration & Fireworks
4-9:30pm / La Bonita Park
www.lahabraca.gov
Lake Forest
El Toro Chargers 5K & 1K Kids Run
7am / Lake Forest Drive
www.eltorochargers5k.org
Fourth of July Parade
9:30am / Toledo, Serrano, Ridge Route, Lake Forest
www.lakeforestca.gov
La Palma
Fitness Run for Fun
7-11am / Central Park
www.cityoflapalma.org
Los Alamitos
Fireworks Spectacular - July 3
4-8:45pm / Joint Forces Training Base
www.cityoflosalamitos.org
Mission Viejo
Street Faire & Fireworks Spectacular
12-9pm / Olympiad
www.mvactivities.com
Newport Beach
Independence Day on the Back Bay
8am-9pm / Newport Dunes Resort
www.newportdunes.com
4th of July is for Families
9-11:30am / Channel Place Park
www.newportbeachca.gov
Old Glory Boat Parade
1-3:30pm / Newport Harbor
www.alyc.com
Fireworks Extravaganza
9pm / Newport Dunes
www.visitnewportbeach.com
Orange
Celebration & Fireworks - July 3
4-9pm / Grijalva Park
www.cityoforange.org
Rancho Santa Margarita
Star Spangled Spectacular - July 4-5
6am-9:30pm / Various locations
Fireworks on July 5th at 9pm / www.samlarc.org/july-4th
San Clemente
Stars, Stripes, & Slip ‘N Slides
TBD / San Clemente Pier
www.san-clemente.org
Fireworks Display
9pm / San Clemente Pier
www.san-clemente.org
Santa Ana
Celebration & Fireworks
3-9pm / Centennial Park
www.santa-ana.org
Villa Park
Bike & Walk Parade
9am / Villa Park H.S.
https://villapark.co
Yorba Linda
Fourth of July Spectacular & Fireworks
5-9:30pm / Veterans Park
www.yorbalindaca.gov
OTHER EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Evita Through July 14
Evita is based on the historical story of María Eva Duarte de
Perón, a poor Argentinian girl who grows up to be the wife of
the president of Argentina and worshipped by her people.
The GEM Theatre, Garden Grove
714-741-9550 / www.thegemoc.com
Sawdust Festival June 28-Sept. 1
Features the artwork of 180 local Laguna Beach artists, 3 stages of
live music, complimentary art classes, glassblowing and art
demonstrations, and a variety of outdoor dining and drink offerings-
all set in a unique artist village in the heart of Laguna Beach.
Sun-Thu 11am-8pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10pm
935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach
949-494-3030 / www.sawdustartfestival.org
Laguna Art-A-Fair June 28-Sept. 1
Stroll through a peaceful garden setting and enjoy a variety
of art including oil paintings, watercolors, acrylics, drawings,
photography, digital art, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry,
ceramics, glass and wood.
Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-7pm
777 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach
949-494-4514 / www.art-a-fair.com
Westminster Independence Day Party July 3
A heartwarming celebration of freedom, unity, and national
pride as we commemorate the birth of our nation. Live
entertainment will be provided.
11:30am-1pm / Westminster Senior Center
714-895-2878 / www.westminster-ca.gov
Festival of Arts July 3-Aug. 30
Set in a beautiful open-air gallery, this highly acclaimed juried
fine art show features the work of over 100 award-winning
Orange County artists. From paintings, glass, ceramics,
photography and more, the Festival showcases a variety of
mediums and artwork styles for avid collectors and festivalgoers
to browse and purchase directly from the artists.
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach
800-487-3378 / www.foapom.com
Pageant of the Masters July 6-Aug. 30
2024 theme is “À La Mode: The Art of Fashion.” Each evening
during the summer season, classic and contemporary works
of art are faithfully re-created with theatrical illusion and real
people posing as living pictures.
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach
800-487-3378 / www.foapom.com
German Heritage Day July 9
The Blue Birds German Band will grace the event with their
enchanting performance from 2-6pm. Donauschwaben Dance
Group will perform German Folk Dance. Delicious food options
available at Mama Rita Kitchen.
12-6pm / Old World Village, Huntington Beach
www.oldworldhb.com
Fountain Valley Business Expo July 11
Come promote your business to thousands of people!
5-8pm / Fountain Valley Sports Park
714-962-3822 / www.fvchamber.com
Rossmoor Family Festival July 13
Live entertainment, craft vendors, kids carnival,
top food trucks, and beer & wine garden.
3-8pm / Rush Park
310-560-9122 / www.rossmoor-csd.org
A Walk on Water Surfing July 13-14
Harnessing the ocean’s transformative powers, we
deliver life-changing surf therapy to children with
unique needs and their families.
8am-2pm / Huntington City Beach
424-334-1773 / www.awalkonwater.org
Safety Day July 17
The event provides children and their families an opportunity
to become familiar with the City’s safety staff and services.
The event also features demonstrations by the Westminster
Police Department and Orange County Fire Authority.
11:30am-1:30pm / Sigler Park
714-895-2860 / www.westminster-ca.gov
The Orange County Fair July 19-Aug. 18
We are thrilled to welcome everyone back for "Always a Good
Time". The premier family attraction in So Cal offering a wide
variety of exhibits, foods, entertainment, rides and hands-on
activities. There is something for everybody at the Fair including
the summer headline concert series, working farm and petting
zoos, thrill rides, contests, and games.
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
714-708-1500 / www.ocfair.com/oc-fair
Pipeline to a Cure July 20
An epic evening celebrating the amazing positive benefits
that surfing brings to the Cystic Fibrosis community. Enjoy
our silent and live auctions, gourmet dinner, stories from
our CF ambassadors, and musical guests.
4-10pm / Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
949-339-1775 / www.pipelinetoacure.org
San Clemente Ocean Festival July 20-21
Competitions include the Tandem Boogie Board contest,
the Pier Bowl Surf Classic, our world-famous Dory boat
races, 5K beach run, and one-mile ocean swim. For kids
and family fun, there's Kid’s Dolphin Dash, ‘Groms Rule’
Surf Contest, and Fishing Derby. This years line-up
includes a FREE beach concert, Sand Sculpting Contest,
Woody Car Exhibits, and the Ocean Art Show.
See website for schedule. / San Clemente Pier
949-440-6141 / www.oceanfestival.org
SJC Chamber Installation & Awards Dinner July 25
SJC Business of the Year, SJC Non-Profit of the
Year, and Man & Woman of the Year.
5:30-9pm / Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano
949-493-4700 / www.sanjuanchamber.com
Shakespeare by the Sea: Henry IV July 26
Bring your picnics, blankets and beach chairs along with
your friends and family to settle in for a night of classic
entertainment. This free performance is open to all.
7-9pm / Village Green
949-470-8470 / www.cityofmissionviejo.org
Pet Palooza July 27
Adoptions, food, music, contests, pet expo,
photo-ops, and pet walk. Proceeds benefit
Boys & Girls State Tuition and Transportation.
9am-1pm / Laguna Niguel Regional Park
949-363-0136 / www.lnchamber.com
American Legion Annual BBQ Cook Off July 27
Live entertainment, barbecue cookoff, and classic cars.
1-4pm / Bistro K, Laguna Niguel
949-294-7176 / https://socpost281.org
Family Campout July 27-28
This is a great way to gather with friends and enjoy a variety
of activities, including crafts, field games, roasting s'mores,
and watching a movie at dusk. Dinner and continental
breakfast are included. Families should bring camping
equipment, including a tent and sleeping bag, as well as
lawn chairs, a picnic blanket, snacks, water, and flashlights.
4pm-9am / Chaparral Park, Ladera Ranch
949-388-8300 / www.laderalife.com
Shakespeare in the Park July 31
Bring your picnic baskets, blankets, and lawn chairs
to enjoy a free outdoor live performance of William
Shakespeare's Highly acclaimed Henry IV presented
by the Shakespeare By The Sea company.
7pm / Birch Park, Santa Ana www.santa-ana.org
