In light of the holiday, im going to switch gears a bit and
offer some information that ive been able to find (via Google) about the top 3
places to be for the Fourth of July holiday. If you’ve lived in Orange County
for long, im sure that these locations will not come as a surprise to you.
Top 3 Places To Be For The Fourth o’ July
1.
Newport Beach
Newport Beach, California is a
world renowned hot spot for awesome parties and great holiday celebrations. Newport
Beach offers 2 main attractions for the holiday, aside from the wild, non-stop
party on the peninsula.
The first of these events is
hosted at a waterfront resort known as The Newport Dunes. The Dunes are just to
the right of PCH if you are traveling north and on the left if you are
traveling south. My personal experience at The Dunes has been very positive.
The Dunes creates an excellent family environment and is a little less chaotic
when compared to the Peninsula. The Dunes will have live music, food concessions,
volleyball tournaments, limbo contests and many additional fun activities for
the whole family. Here is a link to their site if you would like to see the
full details.
The second (and most popular) of
these events is the Newport Boat parade. Located near the Peninsula, this event
is more about the party than anything else. With an amazing display of
decorated boats, a wonderful fireworks display and the thousands of people that
show up, this event is a must see.
2.
Huntington Beach
Astonishingly, Huntington Beach’s 4th
of July bash has been going strong since 1904. Today, there are an estimated
150,000 + attendees. The days festivities are launched with an annual 5k run
and followed by food, drinks, surfing and celebration.
Huntington Beach also hosts a pier
festival that lasts the entirety of the 3 day 4th of July weekend.
This festival includes delicious food and great entertainment.
3.
Your House
Yes, I’m serious. With all of
the madness going on over the fourth of July weekend, hosting the party at your
house isn’t a bad idea. Having a small get together at your house is a fun and
safe option. This insures that no one will be drinking and driving and that
everyone is in a great environment to let loose and have an awesome time.
Please have a great 3 day weekend and be safe!