(Updated June 2022) It's that time of year! Summer is here and in no time at all, it will be the 4th of July. Orange County has some great 4th of July Events and Firework Shows on the fourth and the week leading up to. There are firework shows, parades, community celebrations and more! Hope you can find an event near you and enjoy some 4th of July festivities with your family and friends. Enjoy!!!!
These OC 4th of July Firework Shows & Events are categorized by city. If you know of one not on this list, please email me at hello@sandytoesandpopsicles.com.
Aliso Viejo
4th of July Community Parade & Celebration
July 4, 2022 | 9:00am
Aliso Viejo Ranch
Bring the whole family for a morning filled with activities and entertainment for all ages, including carnival games, rock wall, giant slide, face painting, and more! The community parade begins at 9:00 am at Aliso Viejo Ranch and will travel down around the property and end with a free community festival. Parade participants are encouraged to dress in festive attire, decorate scooters, wagons, and strollers.
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4th of July Celebration
July 4, 2022 | All Day
Peralta Park and Canyon High School
A full day of festivities, food, dog show, 5k/10k run, live music and fun! At 9:00pm, sit back and enjoy our grand finale firework show! The Anaheim Hills fireworks show has been a staple of our 4th of July celebrations for over three decades!
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Knott's 4th of July Celebration
July 2-4, 2022 | 8:45pm
Knott's Berry Farm
Join us for 4th of July activities for everyone to enjoy. Catch their all-new nighttime Knott's Summer Nights party. At nighttime, stay for our dazzling fireworks show where you can witness an exhilarating fanfare of radiant bursts and brilliant shimmers. Fireworks can be seen from outside the park as well.
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Salute to America Celebration
July 1, 2022 | 5:30pm
Cypress College
The City of Cypress is pleased to announce the Salute to America Celebration held at Cypress College. This patriotic celebration will feature food trucks, entertainment, vendors, live music from The Smokin' Cobras, and all leading up to a spectacular fireworks display.
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4th of July Fireworks
July 4, 2022 | 5:55 & 9:00pm
Doheny State Beach
The BEST Southern California fireworks display is back with a BANG! Join us for the 4th of July Condor Squadron Flyover at 5:50pm and at 9:00pm to view this incredible show. The fireworks are shot from a barge on the water, located off the coastline of Doheny State Beach.
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Fireworks Over the Ocean
July 4, 2022 | 9:00pm
Huntington Beach Pier
Join us at the world-famous Huntington Beach Pier to enjoy the grand finale of this year’s holiday celebration.
4th of July Neighborhood Parade
July 4, 2022 | 8:30am - noon
Huntington Beach Neighborhood Parade Route
Decorated groups of vintage and specialty cars, flatbeds with live entertainment, and unique vehicles crisscrossing Main Street and driving throughout Huntington Beach neighborhoods.
4th of July 5K Run
July 4, 2022 | 6:30am
Goldenwest to Huntington Central Park
The Surf City Run 5K in Huntington Beach takes place along the historic route of Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway. Come out and enjoy an 'All-American' start to this terrific Holiday by running along our parade route.
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4th of July Fun
July 3, 2022 | All Day
Pretend City
Let freedom ring and celebration begin! March on in for some star spangled fun as we learn about our nation’s day of independence. From Smart Art to relays, stories and more, your little firecracker is sure to love what we have in store.
The Red, White, Blue or Brew 5K Celebration
July 4, 2022 | 6:30am (times vary)
Irvine Valley College
Every participant receives an American Flag style race shirt and a finisher medal! Invite your friends and family! EVERYONE gets a time, even walkers. We are passionate about offering FUN ACTIVITY, Competition, and SOMETHING for Everybody and every BODY!
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4th of July Fireworks
July 4, 2022 | All Day
La Bonita Park
This year's theme is "Celebrating Our Freedom". The event will include a fireworks display, live music by Suave, a military flyover, kids' activities, food vendors, and retail vendors. Wristbands are on sale at the La Habra Community Center,
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4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
July 4, 2022 | All Day, Fireworks at Dusk
Founders Park, Ladera Ranch
Known for one of the best fireworks displays in South Orange County, LARCS will present a fun-filled day of activities.
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4th of July Fireworks
July 4, 2022 | 9:00pm
Monument Point at Heisler Park
Find a great spot on the beach to watch the firework show. You can ride the trolley to avoid traffic and parking.
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4th of July Fireworks
July 4, 2022 | 9:00pm
Laguna Hills Community Center
The fireworks show on July 4th at 9:00pm. There will also be a live band and food trucks starting at 6:30pm.
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4th of July Festivities!
July 1-4, 2022 | Times Vary
Laguna Niguel Location
Some events require pre-registration. For more information on all 4th of July events, please visit www.cityoflagunaniguel.org/4thofJuly.
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4th of July Fireworks Show
July 4, 2022 | 6:30pm
Sports Park
The Fourth of July Firework Show will feature a 20+ minute firework show, live performances, food vendors and other festivities. The event will begin at 6:30 pm with fireworks beginning at 9 pm. Residents are encouraged to arrive at the Sports Park at 6 pm. Overflow parking will be available at Saddleback Church.
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4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
July 4, 2022 | 4:00 - 9:00pm
Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for the traditional event set up to include a family fun area, static displays, live entertainment, food and commercial vendors and the best fireworks show display in the area!
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4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
July 4, 2022 | Noon - 9:30pm
Olympiad between Marguerite and Melinda.
The Mission Viejo Activities Committee invite you to the Annual Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular! The fun begins at noon with live entertainment on the Main Stage and youth bands performing on our Freedom Stage.
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4th of July is for Families!
July 4, 2022 | 9:00-11:30am
Bike Parade at W. Balboa Blvd. & 36th Street
Community Festival at Channel Place Park
Join us for the 11th Annual 4th of July is for Families Newport Peninsula Bike Parade and Festival! Carnival Games + Arts & Crafts + Lawn Games & Music + Food for Sale. *ALL DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON LEASH*
Independence Day on the Back Bay
July 4, 2022 | 8:00am - 10:00pm
Newport Dunes Back Bay
Bring out the red, white, and blue for the 4th of July, as we celebrate Independence Day on the Back Bay! Our annual celebration will bring you a day full of food and drinks, activities, water sports, and Southern California’s largest fireworks celebration, co-sponsored by the City of Newport Beach.
50th Annual Mariners Park Independence Day Parade & Celebration
July 4, 2022 | 10:30am - 1:30pm
Mariners Drive
Join us for the 48th Annual Mariners Park Independence Day Parade & Celebration Parade and Celebration! Parade begins at the corner of Commodore & Mariners Drive. Food trucks, live music, free entertainment, eating contests, lawn games and puppet show!
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3rd of July Celebration
July 3, 2022 | 4:00pm
Grijalva Park
This community event celebrating our Great Nation features music, children’s activities, games, food trucks, and an authentic hometown atmosphere. When the sun sets, our grand finale begins with a patriotic performance by the Orange Community Master Chorale, and concludes with a spectacular fireworks display.
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4th of July – An All American Blast
July 4, 2022 | 9:00pm
San Clemente Pier
Fireworks at 9:00pm. A flyover by the Condor Squadron, consisting of four AT-6 aircraft World War II trainers will take place at 5.55pm.
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4th of July Celebration
July 4, 2022 | 9:00pm
Centennial Park
Fireworks at 9:00pm. More details to come.
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4th of July Celebration & Carnival
July 1-4, 2022 | All Day
San Juan Capistrano Sports Park
Community carnival, family picnic, exhibits, live music, fireworks display and more! Trolley service available.
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4th of July – An All American Blast
July 4, 2022 | 9:00pm
Tustin High School
The fun starts 5 p.m. with live music and fireworks at 9 p.m. Reservations are required.
Tustin Meadows Parade
July 4, 2022 | 10:00am
14722 Devonshire Ave, Tustin
Celebrating the 4th of July with the Tustin Meadows Community with the 54rd Annual parade.
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4th of July Parade
July 4, 2022 | 8:30am
Villa Park City Hall
Celebrate your red, white and blue with the Villa Park 4th of July Bike and Walk Parade. You’re invited to decorate your bike, scooter, wagon, skateboard, stroller, scooter or basically anything that you can think of that would be a blast to parade around town. The theme of this years parade is “Stars on Parade”. Unfortunately no motorized vehicles will be permitted this year due to COVID-19. Distanced fun for Everyone! The parade lineup will start at 8:30 AM and the parade will begin at 9:00 AM.
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4th of July Spectacular
July 4, 2022 | 5:00pm
Veterans Park
Enjoy food vendors, family activities, a live band featuring Rouge Radio, and fireworks! The fun starts 5 p.m. with live music and fireworks at 9 p.m. The event can be also be enjoyed from Yorba Linda Middle School.
Where Can You Do Fireworks in Orange County
These are the cities in Orange County that allow you to do your own fireworks on the Fourth of July. Only safe and sane fireworks are permitted.
Anaheim (Fireworks in East Anaheim are prohibited)
Buena Park
Costa Mesa
Fullerton
Garden Grove
Huntington Beach
Santa Ana
Stanton
Villa Park
Westminster