O.C. 4th Of July Fireworks: Your 2020 Guide To Events

Susan C. Schena

June 30, 2020 at 5:03 PM·5 min read

ORANGE COUNTY, CA — Independence Day celebrations will look decidedly different this year, as COVID-19 concerns spurred cancellations of most July 4th parades, carnivals and fireworks extravaganzas throughout Orange County and statewide.

More events are canceled then proceeding, to be sure. But there are a smattering of shows still set for O.C., including in San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Los Alamitos, La Habra and possibly Dana Point.

Some cities in Riverside and San Diego counties also are hosting fireworks. While in nearby L.A., the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health nixed live fireworks shows countywide.

In Orange County, though, the patriotic spirit will go on as several communities are getting creative with home-decorating contests, aerial flyovers, online activities or virtual fireworks and concerts.

Scroll through the list, and see what's going on near you. Stay safe, and have a Happy Fourth of July, from Patch!

Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

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ALISO VIEJO:

JULY 4:July 4th Celebration & Bike Parade: canceled.

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ANAHEIM:

JULY 3-4: Movies Under the Moon: A Carpool Cinema Experience. A double feature!
JULY 4: July 4th Firecracker Run, Yankee Doodle Dog Show, Parade & Fireworks: canceled.
JULY 4: Disneyland's Annual 4th of July Concert In The Sky: The amusement park still remains temporarily closed.
JULY 4: 4th Of July Red, White & Blue Run: Live or virtual ... you choose.

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BREA:

JULY 4: July 4th Pancake Breakfast & Fair: canceled.

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BUENA PARK:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks: Knotts Berry Farm. The amusement park is temporarily closed.

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COSTA MESA:

JULY 4: Independence Day Fest & Fireworks 2020: OC Fairground: canceled.
JULY 4: OC Pacific Symphony July 4th Concert 2020: Virtual. Ends with fireworks finale.

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CYPRESS:

JULY 3: Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks: canceled.

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DANA POINT:

JULY 4: 4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza: Doheny Beach: To be determined closer to date.
JULY 4: Ocean Institute's 4th of July Fireworks Cruise: Tickets on sale.
JULY 5: Independence Day Park & Beach Clean Up: canceled.

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FOUNTAIN VALLEY:

Senior Center Independence Day Lunch: canceled.

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FULLERTON:

JULY 4: 4th of July Fest, Music & Fireworks Show: canceled.

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HUNTINGTON BEACH:

JULY 4: 4th of July Modified Parade & Home-Decorating Contest: Route to be announced.
JULY 4: July 4th Surf City Run, Festival at the Pier, Pancake Breakfast & Fireworks: canceled.

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IRVINE:

JULY 3: Celebrate 4th of July at Pretend City Museum: Group event is canceled, but museum will be open.
JULY 4: July 4th Concert On The Green & Fireworks: canceled.
JULY 4: July 4th Festival & Fireworks 2020: Woodbridge Village: canceled.
JULY 4: Woodbridge Village Patriotic July 4th Celebration: Community festivities planned.

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LA HABRA:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks Show. A test launch will go off Friday, July 3, too.

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LA PALMA:

JULY 4: July 4th Fitness Run For Fun & Pancakes: canceled.

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LADERA RANCH:

JULY 4: July 4th Celebration & Fireworks: canceled.
JULY 4-JULY 10: 14th Annual Freedom Run on the Ranch: Choose from 1K for Kids, 5K or 100K Challenge & support local charities.

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LAGUNA BEACH:

JULY 4: July 4th Fireworks Canceled; Flyover Planned. Don't miss patriotic aerial display with Condor Squadron.

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LAGUNA HILLS:

JULY 4: 4th of July Carnival & Fireworks: canceled.

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LAGUNA NIGUEL:

JULY 4: July 4 Cavalcade, Flyover & Digital Fireworks & More. Family-friendly, patriotic fun planned.

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LAGUNA WOODS:

JULY 4: 4th Of July Golf Cart Parade 2020: Laguna Woods Village. "Residents ... show patriotic pride by decorating their carts, lawns, homes, windows and, yes, even face masks, and spread cheer by honking and waving as the parade passes."

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