Orange County has fun celebrating Fourth of July

The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade starts on Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Actress Scarlett Abinante heads up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Boy Scouts carry “Huntington Beach’s Historic Freedom Flag” up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade starts in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Actress Scarlett Abinante heads up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Boy Scouts carry “Huntington Beach’s Historic Freedom Flag” up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade starts in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street and Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Members of the National Scholastic Surfing Association ride up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Troop 274 Scoutmaster Thomas LaParne struts up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Boy Scouts carry “Huntington Beach’s Historic Freedom Flag” up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade starts in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Leo Lara, 3, is pulled behind the St. Paul Lutheran Youth Band during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Kamakani Komohana Polynesian dancers head up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

People hang out of windows as The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade passes on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Rancho Arroyo rides up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

A member of the Orange Belt Shrine Club heads up Main Street Priscilla during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

A dog dressed as a dinosaur sits in a Jurassic Park Jeep on Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Elizabeth McLeod watches The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade starts in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

A Ghostbuster heads up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade starts on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Young gymnasts from SCATS show off their moves during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Maverick Flores, 6, watches The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Dennis Cassidy, and his father Richard Cassidy, honor fellow veterans as they pass on Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Kamakani Komohana Polynesian dancers head up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Lesley McMillan, along with her kids, Johnelle, left, Hayden and Jolynn watch The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

A model of the pier is pulled up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Actress Scarlett Abinante heads up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Zachary James, 10, left, and Ayzen Williams, 8, welcome The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Army veteran Capt. Stan Wolf wave to the crowd during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Former Los Angeles Dodger, Steve Garvey, right, and his son, Ryan Garvey, ride in The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Boy Scouts carry “Huntington Beach’s Historic Freedom Flag” up Main Street during The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade starts in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Priscilla Espinoza celebrates as The 118th Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade passes on Main Street in Huntington Beach, CA, on Monday, July 4, 2022. It’s the largest 4th of July celebration west of the Mississippi River.(Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Carrie Nielsen, 1, of Brea is kissed and held by her grandparents, Bill, left, and Kim, right, Nielsen of Oceanside. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Games and many booths of all types were available for the crowds of peoples attending the event. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Terry Adamo of Brea plays bass in the band, “Flip Out,” during the festivities. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Henriestta De Jong of Fullerton uses her phone to wish a friend happy birthday during the event. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Jude April, 3 months and was the Third place winner in the cutest baby contest for the 0 to 5 month category. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

A section of the park contained many rides for children. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Evelyn Wild, 6, of Brea is dressed very patriotically for the day. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Mark Sommerville of Brea walks amongst some of the classic cars on display. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Super heroes roamed around the park posing for photographs during the event. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Fiona a Maltese Poodle is all dressed up in patriotic wear. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Tiffany Davila makes balloon creations for the children. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Sierra Green, 2 1/2, of La Habra waves American flags as she is pushed through the festivities. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Minzi Park shows off her American flag mask. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

An array of American flags decorate on the dozens of booths. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Minzi Park shows off her American flag mask. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Carson Holland, 7, of Yorba Linda sports his patriotic wear. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Charm Gough of Brea is dressed for the Fourth of July. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Anthony Perez, 6, left, and Nixon Gammoh, 5, play with bubbles at the Brea Olinda High School Color Guard booth. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Noelle Arakalian, 5, of Brea shows off her patriotic face painting. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

A scooter is decorated for a parade at the 42nd Brea Country Fair. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Tiny flags adorn one of the classic cars on display at the annual Brea gathering. Photographed during the 42nd Brea Country Fair on Monday July 4, 2022 in Brea, California. (Photo by Michael Kitada, Contributing Photographer)

Members of the Laguna Woods Senior Clown Alley participate in the annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Patriotically decorated golf carts wind along the parade route in Laguna Woods during the city’s annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Patriotically decorated golf carts wind along the parade route in Laguna Woods during the city’s annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Members of Laguna Woods’ Bluegrass Club play banjo and harmonica as they drive in the annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Laguna Woods residents ride in a patriotic and highly decorated golf cart while participating in the annual Laguna Woods 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Patriotically decorated golf carts wind along the parade route in Laguna Woods during the city’s annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Laguna Woods residents wave American flags while they drive in a miniature Hummer during the city’s annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Several golf carts representing Laguna Woods’ Taiwanese Club make their way through the parade route during the 4th of July golf cart parade in Laguna Woods on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Laguna Woods residents, and members of the Yankee Doodlettes, ride in patriotic and highly decorated golf cart while participating in the annual Laguna Woods 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Laguna Woods residents Sharon Carter, Pat Hlifka and Cheryl Paine, from left, wave American flags as they watch the annual Laguna Woods 4th of July golf cart parade from a bench on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

A highly decorated red, white and blue golf cart with numerous American flags makes its way along the parade route during the annual Laguna Woods 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Nate Kvetny, also known as “Checkers” the clown, a member of Laguna Woods’ Senior Clown Alley, rides on the back of a golf cart with a giant stuffed gorilla during the annual Laguna Woods 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Korean American Laguna Woods residents fly American and Korean flags while participating in the annual Laguna Woods 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Patriotically decorated golf carts wind along the parade route in Laguna Woods during the city’s annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

An elaborately decorated golf cart, complete with surfboards and an inflatable bald eagle, makes its way along the parade route during the annual Laguna Woods 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Patriotically decorated golf carts wind along the parade route in Laguna Woods during the city’s annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Laguna Woods Gate Ambassadors Gail Vincent, left, and Linda Easley ride in a Hawaiian-themed golf card as they participate in the Village’s annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Members of the Laguna Woods Senior Clown Alley participate in the annual 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

A highly decorated red, white and blue golf cart with numerous American flags makes its way along the parade route during the annual Laguna Woods 4th of July golf cart parade on Monday, July 4, 2022. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)