It's that time of year! Orange County has some great 4th of July Events and Firework Shows on the fourth and the week leading up to it. There will be 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!!!!
July 4th Firework shows by City
Aliso Viejo
July 4, 2024 | 6:00 - 9:30pm
Grand Park - Town Center Amphitheater
6101 City Lights Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA
Bring the whole family for an evening filled with activities and entertainment for all ages. Low-level fireworks show will start at approximately 9pm.
Live entertainment 7 - 9pm
Community Booths
Children’s Crafts
Face Painting
Balloon Twisters
Airbrush Tattoo Artists
Carnival Games
Save your space early starting at 6am on July 4th. ONLY blankets and low-level chairs are allowed. AVCA will have security patrolling the park premises.
Dana Point
July 4, 2024 | 9pm
Doheny State Beach
The BEST Southern California fireworks display is back with a BANG! Join us for the 4th of July at 9pm to view this incredible show. The fireworks are shot from a barge on the water, located off the coastline of Doheny State Beach. Â
Huntington Beach
July 4, 2024 | 8pm
Huntington Beach Pier
Join us at the world-famous Huntington Beach Pier to enjoy the grand finale of this year’s holiday celebration. Reserved Pier seats available.
July 4, 2024 | 10am
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.
June 30, 2024 | 5pm
Huntington Beach Main Street
Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
Join us for some FANTASTIC carnival rides and a variety of live entertainment, shopping, festival food and GREAT family entertainment.Â
July 4, 2024 | 7am
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.
Irvine
July 3, 2024 | 11am - 2:30pm
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. Â
July 4, 2024 | 6:30am (times vary)
Irvine Valley College
5500 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618
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! Â
Ladera Ranch
July 4, 2024 | 4 - 9pm
Founders Park, Ladera Ranch
28275 Avendale Blvd, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
Known for one of the best fireworks displays in South Orange County, LARCS will present a fun-filled day of activities.
July 4, 2024 | 6 - 10am
Founders Park, Ladera Ranch
28275 Avendale Blvd, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694A
Ladera Ranch tradition - The Freedom Run on the Ranch will hold a 1k, 5k, and 10k run. There will be a pancake breakfast and a sponsor vendor area during the morning event.
July 4, 2024 | 10:30 - 11:30am
Sienna Pkwy & Daisy Street to Avendale Clubhouse
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
This year's July 4th Celebration Parade is sure to be a memorable one. The one-mile parade will begin at the corner of Sienna Pkwy and Daisy Street. The route will continue down Sienna Pkwy, to Sellas Road North, to Avendale Blvd, and conclude at the Avendale Clubhouse.
Laguna Beach
July 4, 2024 | 9pm
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. Â
Laguna Hills
July 4, 2024 | 4 - 9pm
Laguna Hills Community Center
25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Come celebrate America’s birthday at the City of Laguna Hills’ annual Fourth of July Celebration! Bring your family and friends to enjoy carnival rides and games, live band, food trucks, along with a firework show! Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Bounce house and games are free. Carnival rides are $2.00 each. Don’t forget your blankets and chairs.
Laguna Niguel
July 4, 2024 | 6 - 8pm
Crown Valley Park Amphitheater
29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Come enjoy this year's "Rockin'" Summer Concert Series!Â
July 4, 2024 | 7:30 - 10:30am
Crown Valley Park Amphitheater
29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
This event will take place in conjunction with the YMCA’s 5K walk/run.Â
Lake Forest
July 4, 2024 | 9:30am
El Toro High School
Parade starts at the corner of Toledo Way and Ridge Route Drive (in front of El Toro High School) and ends on Serrano Road before Ridge Route. No Firework show in Lake Forest.
Mission Viejo
July 4, 2024 | Noon - 9:30pm
Olympiad between Marguerite and Melinda.
The Mission Viejo Activities Committee invite you to the Annual Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular! Enjoy live entertainment on the Main Stage and DJ’s at the Fun Zone Area. There will be rides for the kids, food and game Booths operated by local service groups. There will also be over 30 booths with wonderful craft and gift ideas. The sky will sparkle at 9pm for the fireworks spectacular.
Newport Beach
July 4, 2024 | 9am - Noon
Bike Parade at W. Balboa Blvd. & 36th Street
Community Festival at Channel Place Park
Join us for the 13th Annual 4th of July is for Families Newport Peninsula Bike Parade at 9am and 4th of July Festival at 9:30am to 11:30am! Carnival games, arts & crafts, lawn games and music. Food and drinks for sale. ALL DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON LEASH
July 4, 2024 | 10am - 9pm
Newport Dunes Back Bay
1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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.
San Clemente
July 4, 2024 | 9:00pm
San Clemente Municipal Pier
622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672
Fireworks at 9pm. More details to come.
July 4, 2024 | 9:00am
San Clemente Municipal Pier
622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, CA 92672
A new event is coming...Grab your patriotic gear and come downtown for a day of freedom celebrations for the whole family.
San Juan Capistrano
July 4, 2024 | 2 - 9:30pm
Marco Forster Middle School Fields
Community carnival, family picnic, exhibits, live music, fireworks display and more! Trolley service available.
What Cities In Orange County Allow Fireworks?
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
When Can You Buy Fireworks In Orange County?
These are the cities in Orange County that allow you to buy your own fireworks for the Fourth of July. Only safe and sane fireworks are permitted. Click here for a location near you.
Anaheim (Fireworks in East Anaheim are prohibited)
Buena Park
Costa Mesa
Fullerton
Garden Grove
Huntington Beach
Santa Ana
Stanton
Villa Park
Westminster
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