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Street Faire & Fireworks Spectacular | Mission Viejo
July 4: Enjoy a full street fair with rides, vendors, and food, ending with a fireworks show. FREE!
Old Glory Boat Parade | Newport Beach
July 4: See the harbor at its patriotic best as boated decorated in red, white, and blue move through the water.
4th of July Celebration | Rowley Park, Gardena
July 4: Celebrate with food, music, games, kid zone and fireworks (starts 9pm) show.
July Fourth Celebration | Rancho Palos Verdes
July 4: Live music, food vendors, carnival games, family activities, and a patriotic drone light show finale. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Queen Mary, Long Beach
July 4: Celebrate aboard the Queen Mary with themed parties, live entertainment, and a fireworks finale.
Fourth of July Celebration | Almansor Park, Alhambra
July 4: Bring your family and friends for an evening packed with delicious food, exciting games and live entertainment. Event starts at 4pm. Cap off the night with a firework show at 9pm. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Tustin High School
July 4: Food, music, and fireworks. Festivities begin at 5pm and fireworks start at 9pm. FREE!
4th of July Spectacular | Yorba Linda
July 4: The 4th of July Spectacular Event will include food vendors, family activities, kids zone, live music, and a spectacular firework show. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Grand Park, Aliso Viejo
July 4: Dance to country hits, enjoy family activities, and catch a low-level fireworks show in this lively Fourth of July park celebration. Fireworks will start approximately 9pm. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | LA Galaxy Sports Complex, Torrance
July 4: Live music, food trucks, and a stroller parade lead into fireworks at this family-friendly celebration.
Jurassic Park + Fireworks | Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Los Angeles
July 4: Watch Jurassic Park outdoors at Hollywood Forever Cemetery with fireworks to follow.
Fireworks Sail | San Pedro Harbor
July 4: Watch fireworks from the water aboard a tall ship during this unique sailing experience.
4th of July Fireworks Cruises | Dana Wharf
July 4: Watch fireworks from the water with dinner and cruise options at Dana Point Harbor.
4th of July Fireworks Show | Marina del rey
July 4: Celebrate with a spectacular 20-minute fireworks display over the water. Enjoy music synchronized to the show at Burton Chace Park and Fisherman's Village.
Independence Day Fireworks Display | San Clemente
July 4: Watch fireworks over the San Clemente Pier, plus a historic aircraft flyover. FREE!
July 4th Fireworks | Knott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park
July 4: Don't miss Knott's Berry Farm's dazzling Independence Day fireworks show starting at 9:30pm.
LA Pet Fair | Pomona Fairplex
June 28-29: Explore 6 acres of pets, plants, and more at LA Pet Fair with birds, reptiles, fish, succulents, vendors, and workshops for all ages.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
July 11–25: Experience Broadway's spellbinding spectacular, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, a record-breaking, Tony Award-winning hit following Harry Potter and his son on a new adventure through time, brought to life with astonishing theatrical magic. Tickets start at $44.
Americana Car Show: A Celebration of Revolutionary Machines | Printing Museum, Carson
July 11: See vintage cars and historic printing presses in action at this unique museum event.
Summer Block Party | SteelCraft Bellflower
July 11: See a magician, get hair tinsel, and enjoy music and dancing at this summer block party. FREE!
LA Galaxy Soccer Celebration | Hermosa Beach
July 14-19: Watch the global soccer tournament live on large screens at this free, multi-day fan experience in Carson. Expect player and alumni appearances, limited-edition merchandise, giveaways, interactive activations, and family-friendly programming. FREE!
Up Up and Away Kids Consignment Sale | Irvine
July 15–19: Shop thousands of gently used baby and kids items at this pop-up consignment sale featuring multiple sellers. Find clothing, gear, toys, strollers, furniture, and more at up to 90% off retail. Early access shopping with tickets is available, and Sunday features 50% off many items.
Kids Market | Laguna Hills Community Field, Laguna Hills
July 17: Shop a community market where the vendors are kids, selling their own handmade goods and creative products. Local live music plays throughout the event.
Summer Block Party | SteelCraft Garden Grove
July 18: See a magician, get hair tinsel, and enjoy music and dancing at this summer block party. FREE!
COAST 2026 | Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
July 19: Join a massive open street takeover transforming Santa Monica into a pedestrian festival as the grand finale to six weeks of World Cup celebration. Explore live art installations, food trucks with global flavors, beer gardens, and family-friendly activities spread across the Promenade, Ocean Ave, Colorado, Arizona, and the Pier. FREE!
Garden Adventures | Adventures to Dreams Youth Garden, Long Beach
August 8 & September 19: Dig into hands-on gardening, arts activities, and STEM projects designed for kids and teens to explore outside the classroom. FREE!
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast | Hollywood Pantages Theatre
August 12 - September 6: Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney’s first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. Members of the original creative team have reunited to bring this enchanting and timeless tale to life in a breathtaking musical filled with the romance and spectacle audiences know and love. Recommended for Ages 6 and up.
Orange County Children’s Book Festival
September 20: Come join the fun at Orange Coast College! Meet and get autographs from some of your favorite superstar authors and illustrators. Enjoy professional storytellers, family-friendly entertainment, FREE admission and parking, and so much more.
Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team does their best to keep event details accurate at the time of posting, but information can change without notice! Be sure to double-check with the event organizer before heading out. Kidsguide is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or changes on our calendar—we’re just here to help you find the fun!
