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Trabuco Canyon July 4th Guide To Fireworks, Parades & More 2019
Your complete listings of times and locations to Independence Day fun going on in Trabuco Canyon and throughout the O.C. region.

ORANGE COUNTY, CA –Looking for Independence Day celebrations in your area? Check out Patch's annual event guide with details to the 2019 hometown happenings in Trabuco Canyonand throughout Orange County.
Find an event near you, don your red, white and blue, and Happy Fourth of July 2019!
Do note dates as not all events occur on Thursday, July 4, and double-check with event organizers to confirm times and locations in case activities were updated or changed since posted.
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ALISO VIEJO:
JULY 4: 4th of July Family Bike Parade & Celebration. "Kick off your 4th of July with neighbors, community members and the City of Aliso Viejo with a fun-filled inaugural event!"
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- 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Bike parade: 9 a.m. Grand Avenue down Aliso Viejo Parkway.
- Community Celebration: 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Lawn next to 26800 Aliso Viejo Parkway.
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ANAHEIM:
JULY 4: 4th of July Red, White & Blue Run 2019: Angel Stadium. "This event will outfit the rest of your day! And sprinkle a healthy start to it."
- 7:30 a.m. Patriotic costume contest
- 7:50 a.m. PATRIOTIC dance warm up to Katie Perry ‘FIREWORKS’ .
- 5K Run/Walk: 8 a.m.
- Fun Run ( 1 Mile): 9 a.m.
- Angel Stadium, 2000 Gene Autry Way, Use entrance on Orangewood, Anaheim, CA 92806
JULY 4: July 4th Firecracker Run, Parade, Fireworks. "This celebration has been a long-standing tradition that brings thousands of residents, families and businesses together."
- Firecracker 5K/10K Run - 7 a.m. Canyon High School, 220 S Imperial Hwy, Anaheim Hills, California 92807
- Yankee Doodle Dog Show - 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Softball field.
- Patriotic Parade - 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Starts at Canyon High School.
- Peralta Park Food & Entertainment: 3 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. 115 N Pinney Dr, Anaheim, CA 92807
- Peralta Park Fireworks: 9 p.m.
JULY 4: Disneyland’s 4th of July Concert In The Sky. "A Red, White and Blue Tribute: We’re pulling out all the stops with a fireworks extravaganza that’ll beat the band."
- Park Hours: 8 a.m. to 12 a.m.
- Fireworks: Approximately start at 9-9:30 p.m.
- Disneyland, 1460 South Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim, CA
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BREA:
JULY 4: July 4th Pancake Breakfast & Fair. Day includes live entertainment, kiddie parade, food, games, exhibits, teen fun area and Market Place craft area.
- Fair: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. City Hall Park, 401 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA
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BUENA PARK:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2019: Knotts Berry Farm. "Special family-friendly entertainment during the day and spectacular fireworks in the evening."
- Park hours: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9:30 p.m.
- Knott's Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, California 90620
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COSTA MESA:
JULY 3: Independence Day Fest & Fireworks 2019: OC Fairground. Live bands, bounce house, kids' activities & more. Plus, admission is free!
- 5-11 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Orange County Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
JULY 4: July 4 Eagles Salute-Pacific Symphony, Fireworks. With patriotic favorites, traditional salute to the U.S. armed forces and a brilliant fireworks finale!
- 8 p.m.
- Gates open at 6 p.m. for picnicking
- Pacific Amphitheatre, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa, California 92626
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CYPRESS:
JULY 3: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks. Concert, too, and admission is free.
- 4 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Cypress College, 9200 Valley View St., Cypress CA, 90630
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DANA POINT:
JULY 4: 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza 2019: Doheny Beach. Come for a day at the beach, and stay for the amazing fireworks!
- Park Hours: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Fireworks: 8:45 p.m.
- Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
JULY 4: 4th of July Fireworks 2019: Harbor. Free bus service available.
- 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
- Dana Point Harbor, 24650 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, California 92629
JULY 4: Ocean Institute's 4th of July Fireworks Cruise. Beer, wine & snacks will be served. Tickets on sale.
- 7:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.
- Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, California 92629
JULY 4: July 4th Fun & Fireworks 2019: Monarch Beach Resort.
- Monarch Beach Resort, 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, California 92629
- 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- 34675 Street of the Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA
JULY 5:Independence Day Aftermath Park & Beach Clean Up. Help make all beautiful again after "the messiest day of the year."
- Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, California 92629
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FOUNTAIN VALLEY:
JULY 2: Senior Center Independence Day Lunch. Get tickets at the Center at Founders Village.
- 11:30 a.m.
- The Center at Founders Village Senior and Community Center, 17967 Bushard Street, Fountain Valley, CA
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FULLERTON:
JULY 4: 4th of July Fest, Music & Fireworks Show. Admission is free!
- Festival: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Fullerton Union High School, 201 E Chapman Ave., Fullerton, CA 92832
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HUNTINGTON BEACH:
JULY 4: OC July 4 Freedom Ride 2019: HB To Cook's Corner, Trabuco Canyon. Ride in formation from Huntington Beach to Cook's Corner to support first responders. Free to participate. For every rider who registers and participates, Nuvision Credit Union will make a $25 contribution to the Freedom Committee of Orange County.
- Meet: 7:30 a.m.
- Kickstands up: 8 a.m.
- Starts: Nuvision Credit Union, 7812 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
- Ends: Cook's Corner around 10 a.m., 19152 Santiago Canyon Rd, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679. Live music, honor presentation & free breakfast 11 a.m.
JULY 4: July 4th Surf City Run, Parade & Fireworks. Full day of family fun!
- Surf City Run: 6 a.m. - 9 a.m. Worthy Park, 17th Street and Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA
- Pancake Breakfast at Lake Park: 7 a.m. 1000 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA
- Parade: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
- Fireworks: 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Huntington Beach, CA
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IRVINE:
JULY 3: Celebrate the 4th of July. "From Smart Art to relays, stories and more, your little firecracker is sure to love what we have in store."
- Pretend City Children's Museum, 29 Hubble Irvine CA 92618
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
JULY 4: July 4th Concert On The Green & Fireworks. Tickets on sale. Event hosted by Irvine Police Association.
- Gates open: 3 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Irvine High School Stadium, 4321 Walnut Ave., Irvine CA, 92604
JULY 4: July 4th Festival & Fireworks 2019: Woodbridge Village.
- 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- 5K/10K: 7:15 a.m.
- Kids' 1 Mile: 8:15 a.m.
- Carnival: 12 p.m.
- Fireworks 9 p.m.
- Woodbridge Village Association, 31 Creek Road, Irvine, CA 92604
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LA HABRA:
JULY 4: July 4th Bands, Kids' Zone & Fireworks. "The City of La Habra prides itself on having one of the best 4th of July events in the area."
- 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- La Bonita Park, 1440 West Whittier Blvd., La Habra, CA
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LA PALMA:
JULY 4: July 4th Fitness Run For Fun & Pancakes. For the little ones: Yankee Doodle Dash and family fun zone.
- 6 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
- Central Park, 7821 Walker St., La Palma, CA 90623
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LADERA RANCH:
JULY 4: July 4th Run, Pancakes, Parade & Fireworks. "Known for one of the best fireworks displays in South Orange County."
- Freedom Run: 7 a.m. & 8:30 a.m.
- Pancake Breakfast: 7:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
- Kids' Firecracker Dash: 9:30 a.m.
- Parade: 10:30 a.m.
- Concert: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- Fireworks: At dark
- Founders Park, 28275 Avendale Blvd, Ladera Ranch CA 92694
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LAGUNA BEACH:
JULY 4: Fourth of July 2019 Fireworks.
- 9 p.m.
- Heisler Park, 375 Cliff Dr, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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LAGUNA HILLS:
JULY 4: 4th of July Carnival & Fireworks. Fun, food, festivities, carnival rides and games, live music and patriotic crafts!
- 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Community Center & Sports Complex, 25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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LAGUNA NIGUEL:
JULY 4: July 4th Run In The Parks For YMCA. "This proud community tradition features a 5K run/walk, 10K run, dog walk, and children’s races with proceeds benefiting the Y’s scholarship program."
- 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Laguna Niguel Family YMCA, 29831 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
JULY 4: July 4th Pancakes, Concert & Fireworks. Dawn-to-dusk, patriotic perfection!
- Pancake Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Crown Valley Park, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- Concert: Undercover Live: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Crown Valley Park-Lower Soccer Field, 29751 Crown Valley Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
- Fireworks Spectacular: 9 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Laguna Niguel Regional Park, 28241 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
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LAGUNA WOODS:
JULY 4: Laguna Woods Village 4th of July & Fireworks. With DJ, band, kids' zone & food for purchase!
- 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Fireworks: 8:45 p.m.
- Clubhouse 2, 24112 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA 92637
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LAKE FOREST:
JULY 4: Fourth of July Parade & Pancake Breakfast. Start the morning with the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, just $6 per person.
- Pancake Breakfast: 7 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- Parade: 10 a.m.
- El Toro High School, 25255 Toledo Way, Lake Forest, CA 92630
JULY 4: El Toro Chargers 5K Run/Walk. "More than just a fundraiser, it is a community event for the city of Lake Forest and the surrounding area."
- 7:30 a.m.
- Corner of Lake Forest Drive and Serrano Road, Lake Forest, CA
JULY 4: 4th of July Fest & Fireworks 2019: Sun & Sail Club. For members & their guests. Fireworks launch from barge on lake.
- 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
- Lake Forest Sun and Sail Club, 24752 Toledo Ln, Lake Forest, California 92630
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LOS ALAMITOS:
JULY 4: July 4th Festival & Fireworks 2019: Training Base. Admission is free!
- 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- 4 p.m.: Gates open
- 4:15 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Fun Area
- 4:15 p.m. -8 p.m.: King Salmon Band, Magic Show, 40th Infantry Band and Dignitary Speeches
- 9 p.m.: Fireworks
- Joint Forces Training Base (JFTB), 11200 Lexington Drive, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
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MISSION VIEJO:
JULY 4: Fourth of July Street Faire & Fireworks. Featuring rides, youth band & live entertainment!
- 12 p.m. - 10 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Olympiad Road between Marguerite Parkway & Melinda Road, Mission Viejo, CA
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NEWPORT BEACH:
JULY 4: Newport Peninsula Bike Parade & July 4th Fest. With carnival games, giant slides, jump houses, arts & crafts and food.
- Bike parade: 9 a.m. Begins at Balboa Boulevard to Channel Place Park
- Festival: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
- Channel Place Park, Newport Beach, CA 92663
JULY 4: Independence Day Parade & Fest 2019: Mariners Park. Wristbands for sale.
- Parade: 10:30 a.m.
- Celebration: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Mariners Park, 1300 Irvine Ave., Newport Beach, CA.
JULY 4: Old Glory July 4th Boat Parade. A patriotic harbor tradition that starts off Collins Avenue.
- 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- American Legion Yacht Club, 215 15th Street, Newport Beach, California 92663
JULY 4: July 4th Bash & Fireworks 2019: Newport Dunes."With special performances by the World’s Greatest Journey Tribute — DSB, and other guests!"
- 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- Music: Begins 3 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
JULY 4: July 4th Family Fireworks Cruise Aboard the Athena. "A top-tier patriotic party cruise aboard one of the classiest vessels around."
- 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Lido Marina Village, 3434 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663
JULY 4: 4th of July Fireworks Cruise. With Taco Bar, specialty cocktails and view of more then five firework shows
- 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Ambassador Yacht, Newport Beach, CA
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ORANGE:
JULY 3: 3rd of July Hometown Carnival & Fireworks. Family fun with live music, petting zoo, pony rides, children’s activities, food booths, and an authentic carnival atmosphere.
- 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Grijalva Park, 368 N. Prospect St., Orange, CA 92869
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RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA:
JULY 4: Star Spangled Spectacular. Enjoy a patriotic day!
- 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club, 21472 Avenida De Los Fundadores, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
JULY 4: July 4 Dinner & Fireworks View: Blind Pig. "What better place to celebrate our country’s independence than on a lake with a front row seat to the fireworks?"
- 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- The Blind Pig Kitchen + Bar, 31431 Santa Margarita Pkwy, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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SAN CLEMENTE:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks.
- 9 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Pier, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, California 92672
JULY 4: Marine & Families 4th of July Celebration. A potluck get-together with fireworks viewing.
- 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
- Marine Monument at Park Semper Fi, Parque Del Mar, 622 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, California 92672
JULY 4: Member 4th of July Celebration. "A jubilant evening of live music, delicious eats, and an unparalleled view of the fireworks."
- Casa Romantica Cultural Center, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, CA 92672
- Begins 6:15 p.m.
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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO:
JULY 4: July 4th Carnival & Fireworks. Fun for all ages!
- Thursday, July 4, 2019
- Carnival: Gates Open: 12 p.m.
- Entertainment: 6 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Friday, July 5-Sunday, July 7, 2019: Carnival continues each day
- San Juan Capistrano Sports Park, 25925 Camino Del Avion, San Juan Capistrano, CA
JULY 4: July 4 Free- Vets & Military 2019: Mission. Multiple activities for visitors.
- 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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SANTA ANA:
JULY 4: 4th of July Kids' Fun, Music & Fireworks. Dance to disco & oldies, and rock to cumbias, salsa and swing. Event is free.
- 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Centennial Park, 3000 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92704
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SEAL BEACH:
JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks 2019: Old Ranch Country Club. The private club will host a fireworks show on the Fourth of July.
- 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
- Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave., Seal Beach, CA
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TRABUCO CANYON:
JULY 4: 4th of July Parade. Don't forget cash for hot dogs and raffle after the parade!
- 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- Trabuco General Store, 31021 Trabuco Canyon Rd, Trabuco Canyon, California 92678
JULY 4: OC July 4 Freedom Ride 2019: HB To Cook's Corner, Trabuco Canyon. Ride in formation from Huntington Beach to Cook's Corner to support first responders. Free to participate. For every rider who registers and participates, Nuvision Credit Union will make a $25 contribution to the Freedom Committee of Orange County.
- Meet: 7:30 a.m.
- Kickstands up: 8 a.m.
- Starts: Nuvision Credit Union, 7812 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
- Ends: Cook's Corner around 10 a.m., 19152 Santiago Canyon Rd, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679. Live music, honor presentation & free breakfast 11 a.m.
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TUSTIN:
JULY 4: July 4th Fest, Concert & Fireworks. Admission is free!
- 6:30 p.m.
- Fireworks: 9 p.m.
- Tustin High School, 1171 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA 92780
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YORBA LINDA:
JULY 4: July 4 History & Concert 2019: Richard Nixon Library. "Witness history with Revolutionary War encampments and battle skirmishes featuring real musket fire!"
- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Placentia Symphonic Band: 12 p.m.
- Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd, Yorba Linda, California 92886
JULY 4: July 4th Spectacular, Music & Fireworks. "Live music, food, games, Kids Zone and an amazing fireworks show!"
- 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Veterans Park, 4756 Valley View Ave., Yorba Linda, CA 92886
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