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Nation’s 250th Birthday Celebration | Fedde Sports Complex, Hawaiian Gardens
July 2: Play games, enjoy live music, and watch fireworks. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Universal Studios
July 4: Celebrate Independence Day with live performances by a fife and drum band, festive decor and the sky filled with fireworks.
Night Market | Asian Garden Mall, Westminster
June 19 – August 9: Enjoy summer weekends with Vietnamese street food, shopping, and live music at the outdoor Asian Garden Night Market in Westminster. FREE!
Overnight Family Camping at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
June 5, July 3, August 7: Enjoy camping locally at this affordable outdoor "stay-cation." It's perfect for families looking to experience the outdoors without the long drive.
Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
Every Friday: Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
America 250 Celebration | Nixon Library, Yorba Linda
July 3: Celebrate America’s 250th with reenactments, live music, and fireworks at the Nixon Library.
Independence Day Celebration | Artesia Park
July 3: Kick off the holiday with a full day of activities like chili cook-off, games, live music, and fireworks at Artesia Park. FREE~
Huntington Foodie Fest | Goldenwest College, Huntington Beach
June 6, July 11, August 1: Enjoy a night out with food trucks, music, family fun, and a marketplace!
Salute to America | Cypress College
June 27: This patriotic celebration will feature food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display. Picnics and lawn chairs encouraged. No registration required. FREE!
Shrek + Fireworks | Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Los Angeles
July 3: Watch Shrek outdoors with a fireworks show at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Let Freedom Ring Celebration | Cerritos Civic Center
July 4: Join the City of Cerritos for a celebration including rides, entertainment, fireworks show, and a bell-ringing ceremony. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Laguna Niguel
July 4: A full day of festivities ending with a patriotic drone show. FREE!
4th of July Fireworks at Disneyland in Anaheim
July 4 : Salute the stars and stripes like never before while celebrating Independence Day at an inspirational fireworks show—all to the sound of patriotic music.
4th of July Country Fair | Brea
July 4: A classic country fair with parades, cars, games, and free swim. FREE!
July 4 Spectacular: America 250 & Air Supply | Great Park Live, Irvine
July 4: Sing, sway, and celebrate with summer hits and a fireworks show under the stars.
A Golden Fourth: Woodbridge Turns 50 | Woodbridge Village, Irvine
July 4: A full day of festivities ending with a drone show and fireworks over the lagoon.
4th of July Celebration | La Habra
July 4: Live music, vendors, a WWII flyover, and fireworks at La Bonita Park.
4th of July Celebration | Ladera Ranch
July 4: Start the day with a morning run, then enjoy food, games, and live music before ending the night with a fireworks display. Activities available for all ages. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Laguna Hills
July 4: Bring your family and friends to enjoy live music, drinks & food, festival, and fireworks.
4th of July Parade | Lake Forest
July 4: American flags, lawn chairs, and nearly 14,000 people will line the streets for this year's "Celebrate Country and Community” Annual Fourth of July Parade!
Independence Day on the Bay | Newport Dunes, Newport Beach
July 4: Enjoy a day of live music, food and drinks, activities, games, water sports, and inflatable water park. FREE-ish!
4th of July is for Families | Newport Beach
July 4: Join the Annual 4th of July is for Families Newport Peninsula Bike Parade and Festival featuring plenty of activities for kids such as carnival games, arts & crafts, lawn games & music.
Star Spangled Spectacular in Rancho Santa Margarita
July 4: A full day of lakeside fun with a bike parade, family activities, and fireworks.
Fourth of July Celebration | Santa Ana
July 4: Enjoy live music, food, and fireworks, plus a fun patriotic dog contest. FREE!
LA Galaxy Soccer Celebration | Galaxy Park, Carson
July 4–7: 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!
Fourth of July Celebration presented by Disneyland | Anaheim
July 4: Enjoy a 5k/10k Run, Dog Show, Parade (presented by Disneyland), entertainment, food, and fireworks to end the night! FREE!
Dana Point Water Wars
July 4: Watch an all-out water battle on the harbor as boats take part in this unique tradition. FREE!
The Great American Kids’ Bike Parade | Long Beach
July 4: Join Justin Rudd's "Great American 4th of July Kids Bike Parade" with a kids patriotic speech. FREE!
Fourth of July Celebration | Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley
July 4: To celebrate our Nation’s 250th birthday, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library is hosting a day full of family-fun activities. This year’s celebration includes patriotic concerts, family entertainment, games, crafts, and more. FREE-ish!
4th of July Celebration | Recreation Park, El Segundo
July 4: Spend the day with games, races, and contests, then stay for live music and fireworks.
4th of July Community Observance | Korean Friendship Bell, San Pedro
July 4: Start the day with a meaningful bell-ringing ceremony honoring America’s history. FREE!
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.
Family Science Sunday | Marine Mammal Care Center, San Pedro
Sundays: Hands-on marine science workshops let kids explore rescue techniques, ocean animals, dissections, climate science, and more at this MMCC family program.
Sensory-Friendly Sunday | Children’s Museum, La Habra
May 3: Explore the museum with reduced noise, dim lighting, and a calm, sensory-friendly environment.
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!
