Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks shows all over O.C.
JULY 3
Costa Mesa Independence Day Community Celebration on July 3
Price: Free
Time: Community fun will begin at 5 p.m. on July 3. The fireworks show will start at 9:30 p.m.
What to expect: Bringing your own blanket and lawn chairs are recommended. There will be food and drinks available to purchase. There is free parking available as well.
Location: OC Fair & Event Center Lot A, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
https://www.costamesaca.gov/community/annual-events/independence-day-celebration
Los Alamitos 3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular
Price: Free
Time: Gates open at 4 p.m. Event begins at 5 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Live entertainment, family-friendly activities, beer garden, food and sales vendors, and fireworks. A valid ID is required to enter. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Location: Joint Forces Training Base, 11206 Lexington Dr, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. Please enter through the Lexington or Orangewood gates.
https://cityoflosalamitos.org/307/3rd-of-July-Fireworks-Spectacular
JULY 4
San Clemente Pier Firework Show
Price: Free
Time: The fireworks show begins at 9 p.m.
What to expect: There is limited parking and seating available to view the show. The San Clemente Trolley stops directly at the pier.
Location: San Clemente Pier, 611 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente
https://www.sanclemente.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1360
San Juan Capistrano Fourth of July Celebration and Firework Display
Price: Free
Time: Celebration will begin at 3 p.m.. with the fireworks display at 8:45 p.m.
What to expect: A celebration with live music, food, vendors, and activities. There will be free parking available with the local trolley operating from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Location: Athletic Fields at Marco Forster Middle School, 25601 Camino Del Avion
https://www.sanjuancapistrano.org/m/newsflash/home/detail/343
Mission Viejo July 4th Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular
Price: Free
Time: The street fair will begin at noon with the firework show starting at 9 p.m.
What to expect: The faire will feature live entertainment, activities for kids, game booths, attractions, and a variety of food trucks. Free street parking will be available on surrounding streets. There will be a free shuttle service available operating from noon to 8 p.m.
Location: Marty Russo Youth Athletic Park, 22056 Olympiad Road, Mission Viejo
https://mvactivities.com/PDF/July04_StreetMap.pdf
Aliso Viejo Community Association July 4th Celebration and Fireworks
Dana Point Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza
Price: Free
Time: WWII North American AT‑6 aircraft will soar above Dana Point at 5:50 p.m. with the firework display following after at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Make sure to arrive early to possibly secure a viewing spot. The Dana Point trolley operates until 8:30 p.m. Please expect traffic delays concluding the firework display.
Location: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbour Drive, Dana Point
https://www.danapoint.org/Community/Special-Events/2026/4th-of-July-Fireworks
Laguna Beach Fireworks Show at Monument Point
Price: Free
Time: The firework display will commence at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Beginning at 5 p.m., Heisler Park from Myrtle Street to the Rockpile Beach stairs at Jasmine Street will be closed to the public.
Location: Monument Point in Heisler Park, 375 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach
https://www.visitlagunabeach.com/events/holidays/4th-of-july/
Laguna Hills America 250 Fourth of July Celebration
Price: Free
Time: Community celebration will begin at 4 p.m. with the firework show at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Food and drinks available for purchase. Enjoy live music and community fun.
Location: Laguna Hills Community Center, 25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills
https://www.lagunahillsca.gov/541/4th-of-July
Anaheim Hills Fourth of July Celebration
Price: Free
Time: The Firecracker 5k and 10k run will begin at 7 a.m. Fireworks show begins at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Following the run, expect a day of fun including a Yankee Doodle dog show, live entertainment, and a fireworks display.
Location: Peralta Canyon Park, 115 N. Pinney Drive, Anaheim Hills
https://www.anaheim.net/1501/Fourth-of-July-Celebration
Yorba Linda Annual Fourth of July Spectacular
Fullerton Independence Day Celebration
La Habra 4th of July Celebration
Price: $8 for kids (3 through 12) and $10 for adults. Free for children under 2. $2 discount for each ticket if purchased on or before July 1st.
Time: Gates will open at 4 p.m. with live music starting at 4:30 p.m. Fireworks display will start at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Live entertainment, WWII Texan Aircraft Flyover, Kids’ Zone, food vendors, and fireworks.
Location: La Bonita Park, 1440 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra
https://www.lahabraca.gov/660/4th-of-July
Huntington Beach Independence Day
Price: Free to $40
Time: Surf City 5K Run will begin at 7 a.m. Fireworks will be at 9 p.m.
What to expect: 5K run, parade, carnival, main street block party, and fireworks over the ocean. Beach viewing is open to the public with reserved seating on the pier for purchase.
Location: Huntington Beach Pier, 325 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach
Santa Ana Fourth of July at Centennial Park
Price: Free
Time: Event begins at 6 p.m. Fireworks at 8:45 p.m.
What to expect: Live entertainment, inflatables, and food vendors. Free parking is available but limited. Guests are encouraged to arrive early and bring their own blankets and lawn chairs.
Location: Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana
https://www.santa-ana.org/fourth-of-july/
Tustin Annual Fourth of July Celebration
Price: Free
Time: The event will begin at 6 p.m. and end at 9:30 p.m.
What to expect: Live music by Flashpants 80s Party Dance Band, food trucks, and a fireworks show. Parking is available at Tustin High School for $10 per vehicle.
Location: Tustin High School Stadium, 1171 El Camino Real, Tustin
https://www.tustinca.org/1073/Fourth-of-July-Celebration
Cypress Salute to America
Ladera Ranch July 4th Celebration
Price: Free
Time: Event begins with a run at 7 a.m. Fireworks after dark.
What to expect: 5K/10K Freedom Run, Kids’ Firecracker Dash, games and activities, cupcake bake-off, food trucks, live music, and fireworks. There will be road closures including Sellas Road N., Avendale Blvd., Daisy St., and others.
Location: Founders Park, 28275 Avendale Blvd., Ladera Ranch
https://laderalife.com/events/july-4th-celebration-652
Newport Dunes Independence Day on the Back Bay
Price: Free
Time: Resort opens at 8 a.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m.
What to expect: Food trucks, water activities, live music, and a fireworks show. Reserved paid parking is available.
Location: Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina, 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach
https://www.newportdunes.com/independence-day-on-the-back-bay/