4th of July in Huntington Beach 2026
The fireworks show over the ocean, the biggest parade west of the Mississippi, the Surf City 5K run and a community festival. This year's theme is America 250.
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July 2026
38 events
Friday, Jul 3
Celebrating Independence Day at Pretend City
A day of activities, creativity and patriotic fun for little ones.
City of Cypress Concerts on the Green
Pack a picnic and lawn chair for live music under the stars, with refreshments and food trucks.
Costa Mesa Independence Day Celebration
Bring a picnic, lawn chairs and blanket for a day celebrating independence.
Cypress Salute to America
A Salute to America celebrating America's 250th anniversary and the City of Cypress' 70th birthday.
Los Alamitos 3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular
A food court, vendors, musical entertainment, beer garden and a fireworks show.
Saturday, Jul 4
41st Annual Run in the Parks
A community tradition with a 5K run/walk, 10K run, dog walk and children's races benefitting the YMCA scholarship program.
4th of July is for Families (Newport Peninsula)
The 15th annual Newport Peninsula Bike Parade and festival with carnival games, arts and crafts, lawn games and music.
Aliso Viejo's America's 250th Birthday Celebration
Live music, line dancing, face painting, photo booth, bounce houses, community booths and fireworks.
Anaheim Fourth of July Celebration
The Firecracker 5K/10K, Yankee Doodle Dog Show, Fourth of July Parade, a park extravaganza and fireworks.
Brea Country Fair
A pancake breakfast, live entertainment, kiddie and dog parades, classic car show, food, games, exhibits and a market place.
Independence Day on the Back Bay 2026
Live entertainment, activities, water sports, food trucks, full bars and a fireworks show.
Irvine Summer Concerts at Woodbridge
Family-friendly Saturday concerts all summer. Bring picnic-style treats or buy from local food trucks.
July 4 Spectacular: America 250 and Air Supply
Patriotic favorites followed by a performance from soft-rock icons Air Supply and a fireworks finale.
July 4th USA 250 Extravaganza (Villa Park)
A July 4th parade, family picnic and concert in the park celebrating America's 250th birthday.
La Habra Annual 4th of July Celebration
Live music, food and retail vendors, a Kids' Zone, games, a WWII Texan aircraft flyover and fireworks.
La Palma Fitness Run for Fun
A run, walk or stroll to celebrate with friends, family and neighbors while prioritizing health and wellness.
Ladera Ranch July 4th Celebration
A fun-filled day of activities and one of the best fireworks displays in South Orange County.
Laguna Hills Fourth of July Celebration
Carnival rides and games, live music, patriotic crafts and face painting.
Laguna Niguel 4th of July Celebrations
The Run in the Park, a pancake breakfast, free swim, a patriotic flyover, back-to-back concerts and a drone show.
Lake Forest 4th of July Parade
The "Celebrate Country and Community" Fourth of July Parade, with nearly 14,000 people lining the streets.
Mission Viejo July 4th Street Faire & Fireworks
Live entertainment, rides, game booths, food and fireworks.
Old Glory Boat Parade
The American Legion Yacht Club's annual boat parade celebrating 250 years of freedom.
Orange Park Acres 60th Annual 4th of July Parade
Decorated cars, community groups, horses and more.
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20 Years Later: The Great Picture
A City of Irvine exhibit at Irvine City Hall marking 20 years since The Great Picture.
Season Multi-week
Laguna Art-A-Fair
Original work from more than 100 artists, with live music, workshops and daily demos.
Season Multi-week
Orange County Fair
Concerts, animals, rides, food and shopping. The 2026 theme is "Your Adventure Awaits!" Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
Year-round favorites
Good any week of the year∞ Any week
Balboa Fun Zone
A waterfront classic with a Ferris wheel, arcade, harbor cruises and dining.
∞ Any week
Dana Point Harbor
Waterfront dining, shopping, whale watching, harbor cruises and ocean views.
∞ Any week
Downtown Tustin Saturday Market
Weekly certified farmers market with seasonal produce from regional growers.
∞ Any week
Fashion Island
Open-air shopping and dining with ocean breezes and events through the year.
∞ Any week
Great Park Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with produce, food trucks, live music and rotating car shows.
∞ Any week
San Clemente Pier
Oceanfront dining, beach walks, fishing and Southern California sunsets.
∞ Any week
Surf City Nights
Main Street closes for a weekly street fair with vendors, live music and food.
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