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Anaheim Fourth of July Celebration
The Firecracker 5K/10K, Yankee Doodle Dog Show, Fourth of July Parade, a park extravaganza and fireworks.
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Brea Country Fair
A pancake breakfast, live entertainment, kiddie and dog parades, classic car show, food, games, exhibits and a market place.
Jul4Sat
Independence Day on the Back Bay 2026
Live entertainment, activities, water sports, food trucks, full bars and a fireworks show.
Jul4Sat
July 4 Spectacular: America 250 and Air Supply
Patriotic favorites followed by a performance from soft-rock icons Air Supply and a fireworks finale.
Jul4Sat
July 4th USA 250 Extravaganza (Villa Park)
A July 4th parade, family picnic and concert in the park celebrating America's 250th birthday.
Jul4Sat
La Habra Annual 4th of July Celebration
Live music, food and retail vendors, a Kids' Zone, games, a WWII Texan aircraft flyover and fireworks.
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La Palma Fitness Run for Fun
A run, walk or stroll to celebrate with friends, family and neighbors while prioritizing health and wellness.
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Ladera Ranch July 4th Celebration
A fun-filled day of activities and one of the best fireworks displays in South Orange County.
Jul4Sat
Laguna Hills Fourth of July Celebration
Carnival rides and games, live music, patriotic crafts and face painting.
Jul4Sat
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.
Jul4Sat
Lake Forest 4th of July Parade
The "Celebrate Country and Community" Fourth of July Parade, with nearly 14,000 people lining the streets.
Jul4Sat
Mission Viejo July 4th Street Faire & Fireworks
Live entertainment, rides, game booths, food and fireworks.
Jul4Sat
Old Glory Boat Parade
The American Legion Yacht Club's annual boat parade celebrating 250 years of freedom.
Jul4Sat
Orange Park Acres 60th Annual 4th of July Parade
Decorated cars, community groups, horses and more.
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Santa Ana Fourth of July
A free community event with live music, food vendors, inflatables and fireworks. Bring a lawn chair and blanket.
Jul4Sat
Tustin 4th of July Celebration
Tustin's biggest 4th of July celebration with music and fireworks.
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Yorba Linda July 4th Spectacular
A free event with live music, family activities, a kids' fun zone, food trucks and fireworks.
Jul3Fri
Celebrating Independence Day at Pretend City
A day of activities, creativity and patriotic fun for little ones.
Jul3Fri
Costa Mesa Independence Day Celebration
Bring a picnic, lawn chairs and blanket for a day celebrating independence.
Jul3Fri
Cypress Salute to America
A Salute to America celebrating America's 250th anniversary and the City of Cypress' 70th birthday.
Jul3Fri
Los Alamitos 3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular
A food court, vendors, musical entertainment, beer garden and a fireworks show.
Jun28Sun
Old World Wiener Nationals Dachshund Races
The "Summer Showdown" dachshund race and pet expo.
Jun21Sun
Aliso Viejo Summer Concert Series
Free outdoor concerts: Tijuana Dogs (June 7) and Wayward Sons (June 21). Bring blankets and chairs.
Jun21Sun
Cruisin' Brea Classic Car Show
One of the largest Father's Day weekend car shows, with entertainment, exhibits, shops, prizes and food. Bring a can of food for the OC Food Bank.
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"Hallowe’en Greetings and Tricks, Treats, and Traditions" at Muzeo
A museum exhibit on how Halloween began and how Anaheim has celebrated it for a century, timed with the Anaheim Fall Festival's 100th anniversary.
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Pumpkins & Harvest Festival
A pumpkin patch and harvest festival with family activities, local food and live entertainment. Times vary; check the festival site.
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Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort
Giant pumpkins on Main Street, Haunted Mansion Holiday and Halloween overlays on popular rides.
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Haunted Fullerton Walking Tour
A guided downtown walk that blends local history with stops at reputedly haunted landmarks, led by the Fullerton Museum Center. Tours run Wednesdays through Fridays in...
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Howl-O-Ween at Great Wolf Lodge
Halloween programming at the resort, including a trick-or-treat trail, yoga, a dance party and an art class.
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Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch
Train rides through the park, hayrides, moon bounces and a Great Pumpkin weigh-off.
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