There are plenty of ways to spend this patriotic holiday weekend in Orange County! Here's a list of things to do and see this 4th of July:
ALISO VIEJO
AVCA July 4th Celebration & Fireworks - Join us for a fun-filled July 4th Celebration at Grand Park beginning at 6 p.m. There will be live entertainment, food and beverages available for purchase, arts and crafts, complimentary face painting, complimentary bounce houses, and a fireworks show at dusk. There will also be a homemade apple pie contest. 6 p.m. July 4. Free admission. Grand Park, 26703 Aliso Creek Rd., Aliso Viejo. 949-243-7411.
DANA POINT
Dana Point's July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza - Local residents are encouraged to bike or walk to their favorite viewing spot to avoid the annual parking difficulties to view the fireworks at Dana Point Harbor. 9 p.m. July 4. Free. Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point Harbor Dr and Golden Lantern St. 949-248-3532.
HUNTINGTON BEACH
107th Annual Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade - The parade will march down the streets of downtown Huntington Beach. The largest Independence Day parade west of the Mississippi River features more than 300 entries including bands, floats, local dignitaries, equestrian groups, film and television celebrities and community groups. The parade will take place on Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Yorktown Ave. Entertainment on the pier will continue until 9 p.m., when the 4th of July fireworks show begins. Staking out an area for viewing is allowed after 7 a.m. on July 3rd. Viewing from the street is free of charge, however, bleacher seat tickets are available for purchase. 10 a.m. July 4. Free admission. Downtown Huntington Beach, Main St., Huntington Beach. 714-536-5486.
IRVINE
A Symphonic Tribute to Elvis - A patriotic tribute to the King featuring some of Elvis Presley's biggest hits like "All Shook Up," "Love Me Tender," "Jailhouse Rock," "Hound Dog" and more. The Pacific Symphony will be backing an internationally renowned tribute artist. A fireworks spectacular follows the performance. 8 p.m. July 4. $25-$139. Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, 8808 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine. 714-755-5799.
MISSION VIEJO
The Mission Viejo Annual Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular - Held yearly on Olympiad Road and in the area adjoining Lake Mission Viejo, this faire provides a classic Fourth of July celebration. Rides and games enhance an exciting carnival atmosphere for all ages. Local clubs and organizations set up booths for food, drink, crafts, gifts and games. Free entertainment includes music, dance and comedy for the enjoyment of children and adults alike, with performers drawn from local talent as well as professionals from outside the area. As would be expected for a Fourth of July Faire, the event includes a spectacular fireworks display. Noon. July 4. Free. Olympiad Road, Melinda and the Lake Entrance, Mission Viejo. 949-830-7066.
NEWPORT BEACH
Newport Dunes' Family Fun 4th of July - All day festivities including live music, aquatic fun park and massive fireworks. If you like rock music, particularly the sounds of Bon Jovi, Journey and Heart, tribute bands honoring these legends of rock will take the stage from 3 to 9 p.m. as the Dunes carries on its half-century-plus summer tradition with all day family fun festivities followed by one of the regions finest fireworks presentations. Attendees can enjoy fun activities including a Velcro wall, dunk tank, bungee run, cake walk, limbo contests, and bounce houses. 11 a.m. July 4. $50 per car parking fee covers a majority of the activities throughout the day. Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina, 1131 Back Bay Dr., Newport Beach. 949-729-3863.
TUSTIN
Tustin July 4th Celebration - Join us for our annual Fourth of July Celebration. It's free to sit in the bleachers or spread out a blanket on the grass and enjoy a picnic dinner with your family and friends. The Tustin Boosters will have their snack bar open for drinks, snacks, and barbeque items. Our new entrance is on San Juan. 6:30 p.m. July 4. Free Admission. Tustin High School, 1171 El Camino Real, Tustin. 714-573-3326.
YORBA LINDA
Yorba Linda Annual Fourth of July Spectacular - Event includes food, music, and a fantastic firework show. Dogs are not recommended. Please bring your own lawn chair. 5 p.m. July 4. Free Admission. Yorba Linda Middle School, 4777 Casa Loma Ave., Yorba Linda. 714-961-7160.
Enjoy a Safe & Sane Holiday Weekend!
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