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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.
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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.
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Aliso Viejo's America's 250th Birthday Celebration
Live music, line dancing, face painting, photo booth, bounce houses, community booths and fireworks.
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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.
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Independence Day on the Back Bay 2026
Live entertainment, activities, water sports, food trucks, full bars and a fireworks show.
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July 4 Spectacular: America 250 and Air Supply
Patriotic favorites followed by a performance from soft-rock icons Air Supply and a fireworks finale.
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July 4th USA 250 Extravaganza (Villa Park)
A July 4th parade, family picnic and concert in the park celebrating America's 250th birthday.
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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.
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Laguna Hills Fourth of July Celebration
Carnival rides and games, live music, patriotic crafts and face painting.
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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.
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Lake Forest 4th of July Parade
The "Celebrate Country and Community" Fourth of July Parade, with nearly 14,000 people lining the streets.
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Mission Viejo July 4th Street Faire & Fireworks
Live entertainment, rides, game booths, food and fireworks.
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Old Glory Boat Parade
The American Legion Yacht Club's annual boat parade celebrating 250 years of freedom.
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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.
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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.
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Celebrating Independence Day at Pretend City
A day of activities, creativity and patriotic fun for little ones.
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Costa Mesa Independence Day Celebration
Bring a picnic, lawn chairs and blanket for a day celebrating independence.
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Cypress Salute to America
A Salute to America celebrating America's 250th anniversary and the City of Cypress' 70th birthday.
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Los Alamitos 3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular
A food court, vendors, musical entertainment, beer garden and a fireworks show.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive at MainPlace
A monthly blood donation drive at MainPlace Mall, noon to 6 PM.
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Primrose Market
A recurring market held at MainPlace Mall.
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First Thursdays Art Walk
On the first Thursday of each month, Laguna Beach galleries stay open late for a free, self-guided art walk.
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Mini Melodies at MainPlace
A free monthly music session for young children, held the first Wednesday of each month.
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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.
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Oktoberfest at Old World Village
German food and beer, oom-pah bands and dancing. Family-friendly by day, 21+ on weekend nights.
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