From festivals and fireworks to Independence Day parades, here are the best 4th of July events for your entire family.

** Due to possible last minute changes to times & locations to the events below, we encourage you to click on the link of the event holder (or contact the host city) to get the most updated information.

Aliso Viejo

AVCA July 4th Celebration & Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
6:30 – 9:30 pm

Live performance by 4×4 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Community Booths – Children’s Crafts – Face Painting – Balloon Twisters – Airbrush Tattoo Artists – Carnival Games Low-level fireworks show will start at approximately 9:00 p.m.

If you plan to come to the park early to save your space, please note that ONLY blankets and low-level chairs are allowed.

LOCATION:
Grand Park
6101 City Lights Dr
Aliso Viejo, California
Anaheim Hills

Canyon Hills Community Council’s Annual Fourth of July Celebration
July 4
7 am – 9:30 pm
This event starts early with a 5K/10K run at 7 a.m. with a starting line at Santa Ana Canyon Road. The Yankee Doodle Dog Show and parade follows starting at 9 am at Canyon High School. From there, the party moves to Peralta Park, where you will enjoy countless food vendor and expo booths of local businesses and organizations and live musical performances. Don’t forget to grab a seat for your family and friends as the night culminates with a spectacular fireworks display at 9 pm honoring the red white and blue!LOCATION:
Canyon High School & Peralta Park in Anaheim Hills, California
Balboa
Balboa Peninsula-Newport Bay July 4 Fireworks & Parade Cruises
July 4Newport Landing will have 3 cruises for the 4th Of July including the Firework Spectacular evening cruise.2 1/2 hour daytime cruise times – 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm & 4:00 pm to 6:30pm. These cruises travel along side the Old Glory Boat Parade through the world renowned Newport Bay. During your cruise you will also be taken out into the open ocean to see the pristine Newport Beach coastline.Night time fireworks cruise will run 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm. You will spend the first hour or so cruising through the beautiful Newport Harbor amoung hundreds of other boats all celebrating the Spirit of America. After sunset you will have a front row seat to one of the largest 4th of July fireworks displays in Southern California.INFORMATION:
For additional information or to make reservations call
(949) 673-1489
Brea
Annual Brea Country Fair
July 4, 2023
9am – 3pmCome celebrate our Nation’s independence at Brea’s Annual Country Fair full of patriotic festivities. The fair opens at 7:00 a.m. and continues until 3:00 p.m. There will be a pancake breakfast, live entertainment, kiddie parade, dog parade, classic car show, food, games, exhibits, and Market Place area featuring handmade gifts. Admission to the Country Fair and the Plunge is free. Swimming at the Plunge begins at 12 p.m.LOCATION:
City Hall Park
401 S. Brea Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821INFORMATION:
714-900-7771
Costa Mesa

Costa Mesa Independence Day Community Celebration
2023 TBA

Bring your own picnic, lawn chairs and blanket to help celebrate our nation’s independence! Live music by the Tijuana Dogs and Moxy Anne plus activities, Centennial Farm, bounce house, community booths and contests. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Glass containers and bottles are prohibited. No hard-sided coolers or outside alcohol permitted.”

Free entry. 9 pm fireworks show

LOCATION:
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa
Free Parking
Cypress

Salute to America
Friday, June 30, 2023
5:30-9:30pm

This patriotic celebration will feature food trucks, entertainment, vendors, live music from 80z All-Stars, and a spectacular fireworks display.

Festival seating, picnics, and lawn chairs are encouraged with food and refreshments available for purchase. Beer and water available for purchase. Motor homes, outside alcohol, dogs, BBQs, and fireworks are NOT permitted at this event. Your cooperation is appreciated!

Event Timeline
5:30 PM – Event area opens
6:00 PM – Mainstage Entertainment
7:00 PM – Live concert provided by 80z All-Stars
9:00 PM – Fireworks display

LOCATION:
Cypress College
9200 Valley View Street
Cypress CA, 90630
Dana Point
Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza
July 4, 2023
9 pmThe BEST Southern California fireworks display is back again for 2023!More details comingLOCATION:
Dana Point HarborINFORMATION:
For additional information, call 949-248-2536

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2023 4th of July Fireworks Cruises
July 4, 2023

Enjoy a unique evening of fun on the water, complete with a live Fireworks demonstration sponsored by the city of Dana Point. Cruises offered are:

Display Cruise
Fireworks Display Cruise! Enjoy the show on the water while on the deck of our boat! Limited seating.

Dana Pride Dinner Cruise
Held on the 95′ flagship, the Dana Pride. Guests will enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience & a 4th of July to remember! Capacity is limited for social distancing. The menu is being fine-tuned as we speak. Cash bar available. This is an incredibly popular event and seats go fast so book early!

LOCATION:
Dana Wharf Sportfishing
Dana Point Harbor

INFORMATION:
Make reservations online or call (949) 496-5794
Fullerton

Annual Community Fireworks Show and Festival

-Fullerton’s 2023 4th of July firework show has been cancelled.

Inside the event area, participants can find kids’ activities including face painting, bounce houses, a caricature artist, and a stilt walker. NOMINAL FEES MAY APPLY for activities (Approximately $2 to $5). Enjoy live music by James Intveld. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. and last for approximately 20 minutes.

All food is reasonably priced, and is being offered by local charity organizations as a fundraising activity. There is no alcoholic beverage service.

LOCATION:
Fullerton High School Softball Field
located on Lemon between Chapman and Berkeley

INFORMATION:
714-738-3167
Huntington Beach
4th of July Parade & Pier Festival
June 30 – July 4, 2023Four days of fun with live entertainment, exhibitors, food vendors and family activities.Pier Plaza Festival runs July 1-4 from ​9:00am – 10:00pm. There will be crafts & merchant vendor booths, food trucks, an all-new beer & wine garden, live entertainment & DJs, sponsor activations, prize giveaways, live radio broadcasts, amusements & carnival ridesLOCATION:
Check website for all activity locations
Irvine

Celebrate the 4th of July at Pretend City!
July 2, 2023

Let freedom ring and celebration begin! March on in for some star-spangled fun as we learn about our nation’s day of independence. From Making your own rocket to sensory tables, stories and more, your little firecracker is sure to love what we have in store.

LOCATION:
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble
Irvine, CA 92618

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Pacific Symphony: July 4 Spectacular: Music of the Beatles
July 4, 2023
8 pm

Celebrate Independence Day with an epic outdoor concert featuring Classical Mystery Tour performing music of The Beatles and a stunning fireworks display. Rock out to the timeless classics of the Fab Four, and then watch the sky light up! Sing, dance and enjoy an unforgettable night of music, memories, and magic.

With fireworks and free parking! Parking is included in the price of your ticket.

LOCATION:
FivePoint Amphitheatre
14800 Chinon
Irvine, CA

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Concert On The Green and Firework Festival

– 2023 event information coming

Hosted by the Irvine Police Association, this event is a Pyro Musical sky concert & Fireworks extravaganza! This year’s event will be featuring: Live music by the Derek Bordeaux Group, Professional Field Entertainers with Field Games and Activities, Bounce Houses, Raffle with Prizes & Gourmet Food Trucks (food available for purchase).

Blankets & Lawn chairs recommended for seating on the football field. Bleacher seats will be available.

LOCATION:
Irvine High School Stadium
4321 Walnut Ave.
Irvine CA, 92604
Ladera Ranch
July 4 Celebrations
July 4, 2023
7 am – 9:30 pm
A fun-filled day of activities including 5 and 10K Freedom Runs, Pancake Breakfast, Community Parade, Games, Activities, Food Truck and Concert (Undercover – Top 40).Fireworks display at dark.LOCATION:
Founders Park
28275 Avendale Blvd
Ladera Ranch CA 92694
Laguna Beach
City of Laguna Beach Fireworks Display
July 4, 2023
City Fireworks Show Begins at 9:00 p.m.
The City fireworks show will originate from Monument Point at Heisler Park and will begin at approximately 9:00 p.m. on July 4. Reminder: parking meters and City parking lots are enforced on July 4. City Trolleys will operate under a modified schedule, the Coastal Route will run from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., the Canyon Route from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The normal trolley schedule will resume on Wednesday, July 5.After the fireworks show, expect heavy traffic as many visitors will be leaving the city via Laguna Canyon Road and Coast Highway.LOCATION:
Monument Point in Heisler Park
375 Cliff Drive
Laguna Beach
Laguna Hills
City of Laguna Hills Fourth of July Celebration
July 4, 2023
4-9:30 pmThe City of Laguna Hills will have fireworks show on July 4th at 9:00pm.Come celebrate America’s birthday at the City of Laguna Hills’ annual Fourth of July Celebration! Bring your family and friends to enjoy carnival rides and games, live band, food trucks, along with a fabulous fireworks show to conclude the evening. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Bounce house and games are free. Carnival rides are $2.00 each. Seating is not provided, so don’t forget your blankets and chairs.Schedule:
4:00pm Event Begins
6:00pm Live Band: Family Style
9:00pm FireworksLOCATION:
Laguna Hills Community Center
25555 Alicia Parkway
Laguna Hills, CA 92653INFORMATION:
(949) 707-2680
Laguna Niguel

4th of July all day celebration
July 4, 2023
all day events

Run in the Parks:
8 am 5K Run/Walk
9 am Kids Races

Pancake Breakfast 7:30 – 10:30 am, Hosted by the Laguna Niguel Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the YMCA. $8 for breakfast

Concert 6-8pm Kick off your evening festivities with a live concert featuring Joey Rydel’s Elton John Experience at Crown Valley community Park! After the concert, walk to the Regional Park to watch the Fireworks Spectacular (3/4 mi. walk each way). Bring flashlights and something to sit on in grass/dirt.

FIREWORKS LOCATION: Starts at 9 pm
LN Regional Park, 28241 La Paz Rd (Over the lake)
Limited parking inside the LNRP (fees apply) and on La Paz Road

LOCATION:
Laguna Niguel Family YMCA & Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Laguna Niguel, CA
La Habra
Annual 4th of July Spectacular
Tuesday, July 4th, 2023
4:00 – 9:30The City of La Habra will hold its 4th of July Celebration on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023. The event will include the fireworks show, flyover, live music by Electric Vinyl, kid’s activity booths, food vendors and retail vendors. Guest seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that no alcohol or glass containers are allowed in the park.Wristbands are now available for purchase at the La Habra Community Center, 101 W. La Habra Blvd., Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.LOCATION:
La Bonita Park
1440 W. Whittier BlvdINFORMATION:
562-383-4200
Lake Forest

Fourth of July Parade
Tuesday, July 4, 2023

The Lake Forest Fourth of July Parade returns!

Stay tuned for details.

LOCATION:
Lake Forest Sports Park & Recreation Center
28000 Rancho Pkway
Lake Forest
La Palma
Annual Run for Fun Event
Tuesday, July 4, 2023
A healthy way to kick off your Fourth of July festivities! The La Palma Fitness Run for Fun is more than just another run, it’s an opportunity to experience that small town / hometown sense of community; to share quality time with your family, neighbors, and friends; and to focus on health and wellness while participating in a quality running, walking, or strolling experience.Following the race, stop by Central Park for a pancake breakfast provided by the La Palma Kiwanis Club, and watch the award presentations at the Park Pavilion starting at 9:15 AM.LOCATION:
Central Park
La Palma, Ca
Los Alamitos

3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular
Monday, July 3, 2023
Gates open at 4 pm

The Los Alamitos Recreation and Community Services Department welcomes the community to the 35th annual Universal Waste Systems (UWS) 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at the Los Alamitos Joint Forces Training Base in partnership with Los Alamitos and Seal Beach. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for the traditional event set up to include a family fun area, static displays, live entertainment, food and commercial vendors and the best fireworks show display in the area!

Reservations are not required this year. Valid I.D. to enter.

LOCATION:
Joint Forces Training Base.
Enter through Lexington or Orangewood gates.
Mission Viejo

The Mission Viejo Annual Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular
July 4
Fireworks at 9 pm

Join us for fun on the 4th of July! The Mission Viejo Activities Committee will hold the annual 4th of July Street Faire and Fireworks Spectacular on Olympiad between Marguerite and Melinda. The fun begins at 12:00 noon with live entertainment on the Main Stage and youth bands performing on our Freedom Stage. There will be rides for the kiddies to enjoy. Food and Game Booths operated by local service groups will be available to delight your taste buds and bring fun and laughter to the little ones. There will also be over 30 booths with wonderful craft and gift ideas. Admission is FREE with tickets being sold for games and rides. For your convenience, a free shuttle will operate from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

LOCATION:
Shuttle stops are located at twelve stops clearly marked around Lake Mission Viejo. Please no pets, skateboards or roller blades , bicycles or barbecue grills are allowed.

INFORMATION:
949-830-7066
Newport Beach

Old Glory Boat Parade
July 4, 2023
1 – 3:30 pm

Each year the Newport Beach Harbor becomes a festive delight as owners adorned their boats in red-white-&-blue decorations, balloons, streamers and waving flags that outline the skies as Sousa Marches and Anthems fill the air. Families and friends from near and far arrive at the bay front beaches and yacht clubs along the peninsula and the many islands, vying for the best spot to settle down and view the boat parade.

LOCATION:
Newport Harbor
Newport Beach, Ca

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Fireworks & Parade Cruises
July 4

Newport Landing will have 3 cruises for the 4th Of July including the Firework Spectacular evening cruise.

2 1/2 hour daytime cruise times – 1:00pm to 3:30pm & 4:00pm to 6:30pm. These cruises travel along side the Old Glory Boat Parade through the world renowned Newport Bay. During your cruise you will also be taken out into the open ocean to see the pristine Newport Beach coastline.

Night time fireworks cruise will run 7:00pm to 9:30pm. You will spend the first hour or so cruising through the beautiful Newport Harbor amoung hundreds of other boats all celebrating the Spirit of America. After sunset you will have a front row seat to one of the largest 4th of July fireworks displays in Southern California.

INFORMATION:
For additional information or to make reservations call
(949) 673-1489

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12th Annual: 4th of July is for Families
July 4, 2023
9 am – 12 noon

Join us for the 12th Annual 4th of July is for Families Newport Peninsula Bike Parade and Festival!

BIKE PARADE
W. BALBOA BLVD. & 36TH STREET
9:00 A.M.

COMMUNITY FESTIVAL
CHANNEL PLACE PARK
9:30–11:30 A.M.

Carnival Games + Arts & Crafts + Lawn Games & Music + Food for Sale *ALL DOGS MUST BE KEPT ON LEASH*

LOCATION:
Channel Place Park
4400 Channel Pl
Newport Beach, California 92663

 

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Independence Day on the Back Bay
July 4, 2023
8 am – 10 pm

Bring out the red, white, and blue for the 4th of July, as we celebrate Independence Day on the Back Bay! This annual celebration will bring you an entire weekend full of games, activities, watersports, movies on the beach, food and drinks, and Southern California’s largest fireworks celebration, sponsored by the City of Newport Beach. Now more than ever, you deserve something to celebrate!

Parking is $100 pre-paid, reserved parking is available for purchase. This reserved parking will be in our Main Lot located off Back Bay Drive. This parking will sell out!

INFORMATION:
949-729-DUNE
Orange

July Celebration
July 3, 2023
Begins at 4 pm

Join us for some fun in the sun as we celebrate Independence Day the Orange way: a day early and with a bang. The celebration begins at 4 p.m. with fun games, booths, and activities. Various food trucks supporting local non-profits will be on-site selling delicious food and drinks. The Patriotic Music Program, featuring the Orange Community Master Chorale, begins at 8 p.m. When the sun sets, enjoy a spectacular fireworks show lighting up the night sky.

LOCATION:
Grijalva Park
368 North Prospect Street
Orange, CA 92869
Orange Park Acres

4th of July Parade
July 4, 2023
starts at 10 am

For 56 years, runners have kicked off 4th of July festivities with an annual parade where decorated antique cars, tractors, walking groups, community organizations, and of course, horses, will take to the street to celebrate the 4th of July. All the fun begins in front of Salem Lutheran Church.

LOCATION:
Parade starts at Salem Lutheran Church
6500 E. Santiago Canyon Road
Orange, CA.
San Clemente

San Clemente Fireworks Show
July 4

San Clemente will be celebrating America’s Independence Day with fireworks again this year!

When visiting on July 4th, please be advised of the following details: he end of the pier will be closed to public access beginning at noon on Saturday, July 3rd for fireworks preparations. The entire pier (excluding The Fisherman’s Restaurant) will close on Sunday, July 4th at 7:30 a.m. and remain closed for the entire day. A flyover by the Condor Squadron, is sheduled to reach San Clemente by 5:55 pm

LOCATION:
San Clemente Municipal Pier
622 Avenida Del Mar
San Clemente, California 92672

INFORMATION:
949-361-8264
San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano 3-Day Carnival & Fireworks Show
July 1-4, 2023

Come celebrate Independence Day at the San Juan Capistrano Sports Park (25925 Camino Del Avion)! Gates open at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4, with live music beginning at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy old-fashioned picnic games, food vendors, exhibitors, a beer and wine garden and, of course, spectacular fireworks to close out the festivities at 9:00 p.m.

A full-scale carnival complete with over 20 thrill rides for all ages will run from July 1 – July 4, including live music on Saturday, July 1 beginning at 6:00 p.m.

Parking is free and the summer trolley has a convenient stop right at the Sports Park, with service hours extended to 10:00 p.m. throughout the festivities.

LOCATION:
The Sports Park
25925 Camino Del Avion
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
For additional details on ticket prices, wristbands and hours of operation please contact the Community Services Department at (949) 493-5911.
Santa Ana

Fourth of July at Centennial Park
July 4, 2023
5-9:30 pm

The 11th annual Fourth of July celebration will be taking place on Tuesday, July 4, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Regional Park. This free community event will include live music, kid’s activities, food trucks, and exhibitors and a spectacular 20-minute fireworks finale at 9 p.m.

Guests are encouraged to arrive early and bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnics. Dogs may attend but must remain on leashes. Alcohol is not allowed. Centennial Park is located at 3000 W Edinger Avenue in Santa Ana. On-site event parking is free.

LOCATION:
Centennial Park
3000 W. Edinger Ave
Santa Ana, CA 92704

INFORMATION:
714-571-4227
Tustin

Annual Fourth of July Celhttps://www.tustinca.org/1073/Fourth-of-July-Celebrationebration
July 4, 2023
6:30 – 9 pm

Food, music, fireworks! Arrive early to sit on the bleachers or bring a blanket and enjoy a picnic on the grass. Several food trucks will be available

Free admission, live performance by Smith.

LOCATION:
Northrup Stadium at Tustin High School
1171 El Camino Real
Tustin

INFORMATION:
714-573-3326
Yorba Linda

Celebrate July 4th at the Nixon Library
July 4, 2023
10 am – 5 pm

Celebrate Independence Day at the Nixon Library Tuesday, July 4, 2023

A fun-filled day of patriotic events!

LOCATION:
Richard Nixon Library & Birthplace, East Room
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd.
Yorba Linda CA 92886

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Annual Fourth of July Spectacular
July 4, 2023
5-9:20 pm

Attendees will enjoy food vendors, family activities, live music, and spectacular fireworks! The fun starts on Tuesday, July 4 at 5 p.m. with live music featuring Kayln & The New Frontier and fireworks blasting off at 9 p.m.

The event can be enjoyed from Veterans Park or Yorba Linda Middle School.

LOCATION:
Veterans Park
4756 Valley View Avenue
Yorba Linda, CA 92886

INFORMATION:
714-961-7160

Jun 21, 2023

If you’re looking to buy or sell a home 🏠, you’ve probably heard the term “seller’s market,” but what is a seller’s market, and how does it affect your homebuying process? 🤔

A seller’s market often results in higher home prices and bidding wars on desirable properties. When you find a property you want to buy 😍, it’s best to have a CA Real Estate Group agent 💁🏻‍♀️ on your side to help you navigate the waters of the seller’s market.

Let’s take a closer look 🧐 at a seller’s market over the next few Wednesdays, see how it differs from a buyer’s market, and how we can help you through the current real estate trends. 📈📉📊

Southern California is home to some of the most diverse and famous shopping centers!  We have everything from heavily discounted outlet malls to the glamour and glitz of luxury malls.  Stroll through these sites to decide where you’d like your next shopping destination to be!

OUTLET MALLS

LUXURY MALLS

June 14, 2023

HYPE VERSUS DATA

From YouTube to TikTok to the backyard barbecue, there are plenty of narratives regarding the pending doom for housing that the underlying data does not support.

SELLERS!!!

It’s a hot market that we’re advising all Sellers take advantage of! ACT SOON and contact us to get your home sold for a great price!

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Don’t miss these state and county fairs, festivals, and carnivals throughout California.

Realtor.com | By Larissa Runkle | May 26, 2023

We all have a summer to-do list: Weed the garden, refinish the deck, deep-clean the patio furniture before your big Fourth of July party. But around this time of year, many of us also start putting together a very different type of checklist: the summer bucket list.

Filled with sun-centric activities that will ensure you have an enjoyable season, this bucket list often involves hobbies that can be done in the comfort of your own backyard.

Maybe you want to spend more time reading or cooking your way through an entire cookbook. Whatever your summer goals are, we have some ideas on outdoor decor that can help make them happen. Here are five trending outdoor looks from Instagram this week that will help you check off every item on your summer bucket list.

1. Back porch bistro

For those who love to cook or have ambitious summer cooking plans—you’re going to want a place where you can enjoy those meals. Enter: this back porch bistro look from @homewithrue.

“An outdoor patio with a bistro table sets the stage for long, leisurely conversations and laughter-filled evenings,” says designer Robin DeCapua, of Madison Modern Home. “Invite your friends to cook with you—you’ll need the extra helping hands if you want to tackle that whole cookbook!”

Get the look: Create your perfect back porch bistro with this outdoor bistro set.

2. Patio potting bench

Every great gardener needs a potting bench to organize plants and prepare seeds. We’re particularly taken by this moody-colored potting bench seen in a post by @ohhomelygirl.

“This potting bench is a fantastic example of how to use your outdoor space to enhance your interests and pay attention to your bucket list,” says designer Dani Smith. “It’s perfect if you’re interested in gardening or even love to repot and propagate houseplants—it sets an intention and provides a casual-living aesthetic.”

Get the look: Give your green thumb an outlet this summer with this potting bench.

3. Garden reading nook

Looking for a quiet retreat where you can devour your growing pile of summer reads? Curate a reading nook like the one seen in this post from @cuckoolandcom.

“A comfy outdoor chair, adorned with plush cushions and a cozy throw, will invite you to curl up and dive into your literary adventure,” says DeCapua. “Set up a small table nearby to hold a refreshing glass of lemonade and a stack of books. With your summer garden reading nook, you can indulge in your love of reading while basking in the beauty of nature.”

Get the look: Get ready to have some of your best reading days of the season on this daybed.

4. Backyard fire pit

Need a place to gather around the fire with your brood? Check out this fire pit setup featured in a post from @outdoordesignerstore.

“What I especially love about this gathering area is that it’s the perfect foundation for entertaining,” says Smith. “Just fire up the pit and surround it with cushions, blankets, a lantern or two, a tray with drinks—you can’t go wrong.”

Get the look: Design your perfect summer gathering spot by combining this fire pit with a few of these floor pillows.

5. Poolside Tiki bar

If learning how to shake up some new craft cocktails is on your summer bucket list, you probably want to have a spot to show off your skills.

This poolside Tiki bar, seen in a post from @fincadelicaibiza, is a luxurious version of something you can achieve in your backyard.

“Refreshing drinks, good vibes, and lots of fun—cheers to the perfect poolside Tiki bar,” says DeCapua.

Get the look: Go all in with a thatched-roof Tiki bar or keep it classic with this wooden bar table.

Larissa Runkle is a writer and editor living in the San Juan mountains of Colorado. Her work focuses on unique real estate and lifestyle trends.

Keeping Current Matters | May 26, 2023

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MommyPoppins.com by Toby B | May 24, 2023 

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this Memorial Day weekend? Here are some events and activities to add to your list for the holiday weekend.

Traditionally, Memorial Day Weekend is the start of the summer season, complete with days-long, large-scale festivals, and the Southland keeps coming back bigger and better. There are festivals and fairs galore in Topanga, La Cañada, Garden Grove, Corona, and Hermosa Beach. Summer 2023 is off to an epic start, and SoCal, our ship has sailed in. (To San Pedro for LA Fleet Week.)

And, of course, Memorial Day weekend closes with tributes to our fallen heroes. Ceremonies will be held at the Reagan Library and several Forest Lawn locations, along with observances in local cities. You can find them listed below.

Looking to get out of town on this long weekend? We’ve got epic California road trip ideas, the best family-friendly spa resorts near Los Angeles, the best spots to go camping near Los Angeles, and more—all in our Guide to Weekend Getaways and Day Trips from Los Angeles.

Best Memorial Day Weekend Things To Do in Los Angeles

Camping in the City!

Irvine – Opens Friday, May 26
This summer, Pretend City presents Camping in the City!  Little ones get to experience the wilderness with opportunities to hike Pretend City trails, follow and trace footprints of the critters who live in the City, and even sit around a campfire listening to stories and learning how to make s’mores. READ MORE

Circus Vargas Bonjour Paris (Ventura)

Ventura – Starts Friday, May 26
Circus Vargas Express is a high-energy, animal-free extravaganza under the Big Top, with death-defying stuntmen, flying aerialists, exhilarating acrobats, and uproarious clowns under the Big Top. For their latest show, Circus Vargas channels the “City of Lights” in their new production, Bonjour Paris READ MORE

Cinespia at Los Angeles State Historic Park

Chinatown – Friday & Saturday, May 26 & 27, 2023
Cinespia offers an additional location for viewing classic films under the stars: Los Angeles State Historic Park. Films screening Memorial Day weekend are Mrs. Doubtfire and 10 Things I Hate About You. READ MORE

LA Fleet Week

San Pedro – Friday – Monday, May 26 – 29, 2023
Free
Your ship’s come in—a whole bunch of ’em actually. Fleet Week returns to the Port of Los Angeles with pier-side ship tours, exhilarating aerial demonstrations and flyovers, live entertainment, live competitions, and family activities.  READ MORE

La Cañada’s Fiesta Days

La Cañada – Friday – Monday, May 26 – 29, 2023
La Cañada’s weekend-long Memorial Day festivities celebrate their 50 year anniversary.  Activities throughout the weekend include a French toast breakfast, vintage car show, a summer picnic and “ukulele rendezvous”, a family dinner with music, and fireworks. Monday’s activities include a 5k/10k run, a Memorial Day service,  a grand parade down Foothill Boulevard, and music in the park. READ MORE

Garden Grove Strawberry Festival 2023

Garden Grove – Friday – Monday, May 26 – 29, 2023
Free admission
Garden Grove marks Memorial Day weekend for the 63rd year with its Strawberry Festival, the second largest city festival in the West. This year, the festival’s theme is “Celebrating Kindness.”  READ MORE

Community Day of Play

Pasadena – Saturday, May 27, 2023
Free
In celebration of its 10th anniversary, Southern California Children’s Museum hosts its first-ever free community play day. At Day of Play, everyone is invited to engage with the power of play through arts-based activities, musical performances, and social services information from community service tabling partners. READ MORE

Quakes Minor League Baseball – Fireworks Nights

Rancho Cucamonga – Saturday, May 27, 2023
Take me out to the (minor league base)ball game! For young baseball lovers, minor league games are a wonderful opportunity to see future (and sometimes even current) major league players, for a fraction of the ticket price. On select nights, the Quakes will light up the sky with a fireworks display after the game.  READ MORE

Koroneburg Renaissance Festival

Corona – Starts Saturday, May 27, 2023
The Koroneburg Renaissance Festival returns for another season. With lots of audience-participation content, the Faire offers opportunities to learn about ye ol’ German 1450-1600 A.D. history. READ MORE

MAINopoly: Taste of Main Street

Santa Monica – Saturday, May 27, 2023
Pass GO and head to the 8th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street. MAINopoly is a fun, interactive tasting event that mirrors the classic board game, offering a culinary walking tour of Main Street’s restaurants, ice cream stores, coffee shops and other businesses. READ MORE

LA Sanitation & Environment North Central Yard Open House

Lincoln Heights – Saturday, May 27, 2023
Free
The Bureau of Sanitation Open House might not seem like everyone’s idea of a fun Saturday, but to kids who are intrigued by garbage trucks it’s a real hoot. And you might even go home with a fruit or shade tree. READ MORE

Scottish Fair and Highland Games

Costa Mesa – Saturday & Sunday, May 27 & 28, 2023
Scotsfest returns for Memorial Day weekend in 2023! Scotsfest is a Scottish festival of Celtic entertainment, food, and Highland games. The two-day event showcases the best of the Scottish and Celtic heritage with sounds of bagpipes and drums, the smells of authentic Scottish foods, and the sights of the traditional tartan kilts. READ MORE

Fiesta Hermosa

Hermosa Beach – Saturday – Monday, May 27 – 29, 2023
Free admission
Hermosa Beach’s semi-annual blowout combines hundreds of artisans and craftspeople with opportunities to swim, bike, fish, or just relax on the beach. READ MORE

Topanga Days Country Fair

Topanga – Saturday – Monday, May 27 – 29, 2023
Topanga hosts its annual Memorial Day celebration which consists of music, artisan booths, great food, and a wide range of games, such as pie eating contests, an animal imitation contest, sack races, and a diaper derby.  READ MORE

Valley Greek Festival

Northridge – Saturday – Monday, May 27 – 29, 2023
The San Fernando Valley’s  annual Greek Festival is held on Memorial Day Weekend at Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. The festival evokes the sights, sounds, and tastes that define the traditional Greek way of life. READ MORE

Night of Destruction at the Speedway (and Fireworks!)

Irwindale – Saturday, May 28
Get ready for a night of extreme family fun at the Irwindale Speedway. Arrive as early as 4pm to check out the vehicles and get autographs. The fun kicks off at 7pm with a jet car burndown, skid plate races, figure 8 races, and more—followed by a fireworks display! READ MORE

Santa Anita Memorial Weekend Carnival

Arcadia – Saturday – Monday, May 27 – 29
On Memorial Day weekend, Santa Anita Park Infield transforms into a giant carnival with fun for all ages, including thrilling rides, Inflatable jumpers, a range of carnival snacks, and carnival games. READ MORE

2023 Summer Concerts in the Park (Thousand Oaks)

Thousand Oaks – Monday, May 29, 2023
Free
It may get a little chilly in the evenings,  but the music at Conejo Community Park is hot!  READ MORE

LA County Fair

Pomona – Closes Monday, May 29, 2023
The LA County Fair closes out its 2023 season on Memorial Day Weekend. READ MORE

Pay tribute to our fallen heroes. Memorial Day Ceremony photo courtesy of Forest Lawn

Pay tribute to our fallen heroes. Memorial Day Ceremony photo courtesy of Forest Lawn

Memorial Day Weekend Observances in Los Angeles

Memorial Day Event at the Reagan Library

Simi Valley – Monday, May 29, 2023
Event is free, museum admission is not
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum commemorates Memorial Day, with an event honoring the fallen men and women who served in the United States Military. READ MORE

Memorial Day Ceremonies -Forest Lawn

Multiple locations – Monday, May 29, 2023
Free
Forest Lawn welcomes community members to celebrate Memorial Day at six of its LA locations. The annual ceremony to honor fallen soldiers features music, moving speeches,  and patriotism. READ MORE

Burbank Memorial Day Ceremony

Burbank – Monday, May 29, 2023
Free
Veterans are honored in a ceremony at the McCambridge Park War Memorial. A pre-ceremony concert begins at 10:15am.  The event then begins at 11am, with a ceremony that includes a flyover. READ MORE

Mission Viejo Memorial Day Ceremony

Mission Viejo – Monday, May 29, 2023
Free
The City of Mission Viejo honors those who have served and given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. The ceremony includes guest speakers, a color guard, rifle salute, live vocals performances and taps. READ MORE

Memorial Day Service (South Pasadena)

South Pasadena – Monday, May 29, 2023
Free
The City of South Pasadena observes Memorial Day with a service at the War Memorial Building. The color guard is presented by Boy Scout Troop 333. READ MORE

Canoga Park Memorial Day Parade

Canoga Park – Monday May 29, 2023
Free
The Canoga Park Memorial Day Parade is back for its 31st year, celebrating the day with patriotic floats, equestrians, celebrities, antique cars, and marching bands making their way along Sherman Way, following a route from Owensmouth Ave. to Cozycroft. Among the featured participants, the146th Airlift Wing takes to the skies for a C-130J Flyover. READ MORE

Timeout.com | Jan 26, 2023

Sure, you’re probably heading to Santa Barbara for its glorious sandy beaches, and all the good things that come with it. Surfing, sunbathing, that sort of thing. But once you’re done with the miles and miles of breathtaking coastline, there’s a whole lot more of Santa Barbara to be explored – and it’s a lot more than just sandy beaches.

Santa Barbara is actually home to a whole host of great restaurants, museums and attractions, and it’s pretty easy on the eye too – most of its historic landmarks are just begging to be photographed and stuck on an Instagram story. So whether you’re there for its annual film fest or its wine festival, you’ll never be stuck for things to do in this city. Read on for the best things to do in Santa Barbara right now.

Fun things to do in Santa Barbara

1. Old Mission Santa Barbara

The late 18th-century Old Mission Santa Barbara gave the city more than just its name. You can see its lush courtyard, tiled roof, and shaded arches reflected in buildings all over Santa Barbara. But the mission is a beautiful, historical destination on its own, with a solemn cemetery, chapel, and an exhibition about its construction and life within its walls.

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2. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

The compact halls of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History lend themselves well to pint-sized patrons, from a kid-sized cavern to an outdoor playground. Adults can enjoy a stroll around the campus’ Mission Revival buildings spread along a wooded creek, while the small Sea Center at Stearns Wharf is an all-ages winner, with shark- and anemone-filled touch tanks and a research center with biologically-rich muck straight from the seafloor below.

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3. Inspiration Point

Hike to Inspiration Point for the kind of breathtaking natural encounter that will clear your mind. There are two ways to get to Inspiration Point, a beautiful outlook overlooking Santa Barbara’s coastline and the Channel Islands in the distance. The shorter option starts at Tunnel Trail and will make for about a 3.5-mile roundtrip. It begins on an easy paved road for about a mile but then makes its way to a trail that is steep in parts. The other option is starting at Jesusita Trail, which is steep in some areas and stretches about 7 miles.

4. Santa Barbara Museum of Art

State Street’s Santa Barbara Museum of Art recently completed a massive six-year renovation and expansion project, bringing new gallery spaces and public areas to the museum. You’ll find a mix of rotating exhibitions and highlights of the permanent collection that are heavy on Impressionism and Southern California abstraction. Visit the museum store for jewelry, books, toys, and other custom items.

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5. Stearns Wharf

If you’re looking for fresh seafood, head to Stearns Wharf in the early morning hours to wait for the fishing boats to unload their catch. You can buy straight from the boats and take your fish home with you on ice—it’s cheaper, fresher, and way more fun. Although the pier (home to California’s oldest working wharf) offers wine tasting, a touch aquarium for kids, and lots of shopping and dining options, avoid it after mid-morning—it tends to become a bit of a tourist trap as the day goes on.

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6. Santa Barbara County Courthouse

Santa Barbara County Courthouse is the one time you might want to spend a day in court. The Spanish-Moorish structure is striking from the inside, but step underneath its spacious archway, and you’ll find yourself inside one of the most beautiful government buildings in the country, period. Take the elevator or stairs to the top of the Seth Thomas Tower Clock for sweeping views of Santa Barbara—and make sure to stop by the historical, sublimely painted Mural Room on the second floor.

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7. Santa Barbara Botanic Garden

If you’re the type of person who finds peace in nature, the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden should be on your itinerary. This garden, which focuses on native California plants, is unlike any other. Even the Redwood Section, where redwood trees were planted beginning in 1930, looks as though the trees are organically growing there. Throughout the mile-long walkway, there are plenty of spots for visitors to sit and reflect.

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8. Lotusland

Polish opera singer and garden enthusiast Ganna Walska built up the beautiful tropical and subtropical gardens at Lotusland over four decades. Today, you can explore the multiculturally-themed gardens with two-hour guided tours that’ll take you through everything from a silvery-blue forest to a prehistoric-looking cycad garden.

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9. Santa Barbara Zoo

A tangle of trails weaves through the beautiful grounds of the Santa Barbara Zoo. Equal parts open green space and lush animal habitats, the zoo is teeming with conservation information and close-up views of creatures like elephants, lions, leopards, and giraffes. Check at the front to see the daily feeding schedule for the long-necked mammals.

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10. Trolley tours

Short on time? Take a 90-minute narrated trolley tour of Santa Barbara’s main attractions. Santa Barbara Trolley Company offers daily tours that leave from the Visitor Center at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m. This is a great way to see the Santa Barbara Courthouse, Santa Barbara Zoo, Museum of Natural History, Old Mission Santa Barbara, Stearns Wharf, East Beach, the harbor, and more.

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