Blog
Fourth of July Fireworks in OC
06.30.16
Looking for some great places to view fireworks on the Fourth of July? Here are some of our top picks.
Disneyland Park
After spending the day with Mickey and friends, enjoy one of the most spectacular Fourth of July fireworks displays Orange County has to offer. A Fourth of July ‘Concert in the Sky’ combines patriotic music with bursts of red, white and blue to celebrate the land of the free and home of the brave, starting at 9:30 p.m.
1313 Disneyland Drive in Anaheim. 714.781.7277.
Anaheim Hills 4th of July Celebration
Be a part of the full day festivities on Monday, July 4th at the Anaheim Hills Celebration. The Anaheim Hills Celebration will host a variety of events for the whole family including: a 5K/10K run at 7 a.m. at Canyon High School, a pancake breakfast, a holiday parade at Peralta Park, and much more. You will also have the chance to catch some live music from 5 p.m. until the fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
220 S. Imperial Hwy in Anaheim. 714.765.5233.
Knott’s Berry Farm 4th of July Fireworks
Spend the day with Snoopy and friends as you enjoy live entertainment during the day and top it off with a fireworks spectacular at night. Leading up to the firework finale, the Mountain Fife and Drum Corps will be marching through select areas of the Park at 2:30 p.m. and 5:15 p.m. with their patriotic music taking you all the way back to 1776. The Salute to America Fireworks Show will light up the night sky at 10 p.m.
8039 Beach Blvd. in Buena Park. 714.220.5200.
4th of July Celebration & Fireworks
Voted by readers of the OC Register as one of the best places to celebrate the 4th of July, Huntington Beach offers more than just a spectacular firework show. Each year Huntington Beach puts together the longest parade west of the Mississippi River, a multi-day festival, and a firework show off of the pier with a view that’s near impossible to beat. The celebration also includes a 5K run/walk and a pancake breakfast on the morning of July 4th.
103 Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach. 714.536.5431.
Star-Spangled Groovy Fest
Newport Beach offers a range of entertaining activities and events to celebrate the Fourth of July including: an incredible fireworks display at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina – a two-day festival with live music featuring Tom Solis Band, Mirage (a Fleetwood Mac tribute band), local artisans, merchants and a family fun zone. Those in attendance will find plenty of great food options from local food trucks scattered throughout the event.
1131 Back Bay Drive in Newport Beach. 949.729.3863.
Independence Day Celebration
Santa Ana will once again host their 4th of July celebration beginning at 4:00 p.m. at Centennial Park. This event will not only have plenty of family-friendly fun like face painting and a “Kid Zone Play Area,” but will also pay tribute to our Armed Forces to recognize the true importance of Independence Day. The firework show will begin at 9 p.m. sharp but make sure to arrive early to stake out your spot. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets to be as comfortable as possible during the show.
Centennial Park is at 3000 W. Edinger Ave. in Santa Ana. 714.571.4254.
Blog
For the LOve of CatCon LA
06.30.16
By Asma Mohammed
The second annual CatConLA took place at The Reef in downtown Los Angeles this past weekend: June 25 and 26. There was over 150 vendors present flaunting their one-of-a-kind cat-themed merchandise. The booths varied from well-known vendors such as Petco and Purina to smaller, indie vendors like the Stay Home Club selling both merchandise for cats and cat-themed merchandise for their owners.
Booths sponsored by large online names such as Cats of Instagram, Meowingtons, and Buzzfeed also made an appearance. Celebrity cats also attended the event and were present for meet and greet events for those who purchased tickets, this year’s celebrity cats were Pudge, Lil Bub, Coffee Cat and his sister Nala. The original Catwoman, Julie Newmar, also hosted a meet and greet event signing books and photos.
Cats were not permitted into the event; however, Funny or Die’s spokesperson for the event, Lucious the Cat, made an appearance in full costume. The event takes place every year in Los Angeles, California and grows each year in size and attendance, and always features adoptable cats, this year 97 cats found a home thanks to CatConLA!
Tickets were only $25 and the amount of free cat food and toys given out at the event make it a great bargain and a wonderful experience for cat lovers of all ages!
Follow Greer on Pinterest
from the blog
- 12.15.25 – Katsuya Century City Debuts Festive Holiday Menu for December Dining
- 12.15.25 – Cozy Earth Is a Holiday Gifting Favorite in Corona del Mar
- 12.12.25 – il Girasole Turns Thanksgiving Into a Day of Giving Back
- 12.10.25 – A Coastal Take on Christmas at Huntington Holiday House
- 12.09.25 – Holiday Lights Boat Cruise Aboard Pendry Newport Beach’s Private Yacht
- 12.09.25 – Celebrate the Holidays at CasaDami on the Waterfront
- 12.06.25 – Pete’s Christmas Vacation Returns to Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
- 12.03.25 – Wrap Yourself in Luxury at Oats Cashmere’s Annual Event
- 12.02.25 – French Florist Opens New Boutique in Mission Viejo
- 12.01.25 – Holiday Cheer at North Italia
- 12.01.25 – Coastal Holiday Magic at Paséa
- 11.30.25 – Pouring Joy: Blue Hummingbird Welcomes Its Newest Café
- 11.28.25 – Puesto Goes Seed-Oil Free and Launches New Winter Menu
- 11.27.25 – American Ballet Theatre’s ‘The Nutcracker’ Returns to Segerstrom Hall
- 11.26.25 – A New Chapter for Lido House in Newport Beach
- 11.25.25 – The Nutcracker Returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre
- 11.24.25 – HAVEN Honors Taco Asylum with New Taco Tuesday Menu
- 11.23.25 – Musco Center Welcomes Soweto Gospel Choir: Peace
- 11.22.25 – A Luxurious Thanksgiving at The Mayor’s Table
- 11.20.25 – Thanksgiving Getaways: Where to Celebrate, Relax, and Feast in Southern California
More Daily Doses
- 12.14.25 – Fire & Lights Festival Returns to Newport Dunes
- 12.12.25 – Celebrate the Season at Pendry Newport Beach
- 12.11.25 – Butcher’s House Marks Four Years With New Fromage Menu
- 12.09.25 – Manolo Blahnik Opens First West Coast Boutique at South Coast Plaza
- 12.09.25 – ClubSport Debuts New High-End Recovery Amenities in Time for the Holiday Season
- 12.04.25 – Festive Holiday Dining at Paseo, Céntrico and Naples in the Downtown Disney District
- 12.03.25 – Celebrate the Holidays at Discovery Cube Orange County
- 12.02.25 – Chef Charbel Hayek to Open ILYA in San Clemente
- 12.01.25 – Family Holiday Celebration This Saturday at The District
- 11.27.25 – QUA Brings Contemporary Chinese Cuisine to Fountain Valley
- 11.25.25 – Holiday Packages to Help You Look and Feel Your Best
- 11.23.25 – Winter Fest OC Returns November 28 With Expanded Experiences
- 11.21.25 – Wellness That Works: Vida by VTL Boutique Spas + Wellness
- 11.17.25 – Santa Maria Novella Brings Centuries of Craft to South Coast Plaza
- 11.16.25 – HOTWORX Costa Mesa Courtyards Offers 24-Hour Infrared Sauna Workouts
- 11.13.25 – Prairie Opens in Mariners Square: A New Home for Refined, Relaxed Interiors
- 11.11.25 – Mother-Daughter Duo Launch Eugénie Boutique in Newport Beach
- 11.09.25 – You’re Invited to South Coast Plaza’s Annual Tree Lighting Celebration
- 11.03.25 – Culinary Dropout Opens in Old Towne Orange
- 11.02.25 – Super Irvine International Market Opens in Irvine
