News Summary
As July 4 approaches, twelve cities in Orange County are preparing for safe and sane fireworks sales. This year, the city of Orange joins others in allowing inspected fireworks for sale, alongside various community celebrations and events. Fire officials stress safety with fireworks and urge residents to adhere to regulations to ensure a safe Independence Day for all.
Orange County Cities Prepare for Safe and Sane Fireworks Sales and Celebrations for July 4, 2025
As the Fourth of July approaches, twelve cities in Orange County are gearing up for celebrations that include the sale and use of safe and sane fireworks. This year, the city of Orange joins the ranks of these cities by allowing state fire marshal-inspected fireworks to be sold, marking a significant change in local policy.
Cities across the county permit community and school organizations to set up fireworks booths as a form of fundraising, typically allocated through a lottery system. While most municipalities restrict the lighting of fireworks to July 4, several cities start the discharge days earlier.
Fire officials are reminding residents to use caution around fireworks and strongly advise against tampering with them. Additionally, parents are cautioned against allowing children to handle fireworks, and significant fines can be expected for those caught using illegal fireworks.
Details of Fireworks Sales and Discharge Times
Each city has established specific sales and usage times for fireworks:
- Anaheim: Sixteen stands will operate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4, with sales ending at 9 p.m. Fireworks may be discharged from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., with restrictions in hilly eastern Anaheim due to wildfire risks.
- Buena Park: Fireworks are sold from July 1 to 4, with hours from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 1-3, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4. Usage is permitted from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4.
- Costa Mesa: Fireworks can be sold from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. through July 3 and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4. Discharge hours are from 4 to 10 p.m. on July 2-4.
- Fullerton: Stands open from noon to 10 p.m. on July 1-3 and from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4. Fireworks may only be used on July 4, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Garden Grove: Sales run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. from July 1 to 3 and from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4. Fireworks can be used only on private property from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4.
- Huntington Beach: Sales occur at city-certified booths from noon to 10 p.m. on July 1-3 and from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4. Usage is allowed only from noon to 10 p.m. on July 4, and prohibited at beaches and public places.
- Los Alamitos: Two booths will operate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 1-3 and until 9 p.m. on July 4, with fireworks usage limited to July 4 between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m.
- Orange: Marking the first sale of safe fireworks in the city, booths will be open from noon to 10 p.m. from July 1-3 and from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on July 4. Fireworks may be used only from noon to 10 p.m. on July 4, with restrictions in hilly areas.
- Santa Ana: Sales begin at noon on July 1 and continue through July 4, with hours from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and ending at 9 p.m. on July 4. Fireworks can be discharged during those hours.
- Stanton: Fireworks sales occur from noon to 10 p.m. on July 1, and from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 2-4. Usage is restricted to private properties from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on July 1-4.
- Villa Park: Approved stands will operate from 10 a.m. on June 30. Available from June 30 to July 3, fireworks can be discharged from noon to 10 p.m. on July 4.
- Westminster: Sales run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. through July 3 and until 9 p.m. on July 4, with discharge allowed from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4 on residential streets.
Community Celebrations
In addition to fireworks, cities in Orange County have planned a variety of celebrations for the Fourth of July. Events will include parades, concerts, fairs, and extensive firework displays. Many cities are also hosting pancake breakfasts, 5K runs, live music, and family-friendly activities on both July 3 and 4, featuring entertainment, food vendors, and festive fireworks spectacles.
As the holiday approaches, residents are encouraged to celebrate safely while adhering to local fireworks regulations. With vibrant community events in store, this year’s Independence Day promises to be both exciting and memorable for everyone in Orange County.
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Additional Resources
- KTLA News
- Wikipedia: Fireworks
- Orange County Register
- Google Search: Orange County Fourth of July events
- ABC7 News
- Google Scholar: fireworks safety
- Los Angeles Times
- Encyclopedia Britannica: 4th of July
- 10 News
- Google News: fireworks deaths California
