Fullerton Local Events

Fullerton mixes a historic downtown, a university-town energy and some of north Orange County's best-loved traditions, from the 4th of July fireworks downtown to the tree lighting at City Hall. Here are the yearly events that bring the community together, plus where to find dates for this year.

Dates change each year. For exact dates and times, check the City of Fullerton events page.

What Are the Yearly Events in Fullerton?

4th of July Celebration (July)

Fullerton's biggest day of the year in Downtown Fullerton: a free daytime car show, then a festival with rides, food, vendors and live music, ending with a fireworks show. Hosted by the City of Fullerton.

Friday Night Live: Concerts in the Park (August)

Free outdoor concerts on Friday nights at the Fullerton Sports Complex, with food trucks on site. Bring chairs or a blanket.

Memorial Day Observance (May)

A long-running ceremony at Loma Vista Memorial Park honoring fallen service members, presented by the American Veterans Memorial Association with the City of Fullerton.

Spring Egg Hunt (Spring)

A city egg hunt for young children each spring. Check the city's events page for the location.

Fall Native Plant Sale (November)

The Fullerton Arboretum at Cal State Fullerton sells California native and drought-tolerant plants grown on site, a favorite for local gardeners.

Tree Lighting Ceremony (December)

The city's holiday kickoff at Fullerton City Hall, 303 W. Commonwealth Ave., with live music, photos with Santa, vendors, a classic car show and the lighting of the City Hall tree.

What Is There to Do in Fullerton Year-Round?

• Wednesday Certified Farmers Market: Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Independence Park, 801 W. Valencia Dr. Market details.
• Fullerton Night Market: Thursday evenings in spring and summer at the Downtown Plaza, 125 E. Wilshire Ave.
• Fullerton Arboretum: a botanical garden on the Cal State Fullerton campus, open daily.
• Muckenthaler Cultural Center: a 1924 mansion on the National Register of Historic Places, with exhibitions, concerts and outdoor performances.
• Hillcrest Park: a historic 1920s park on Harbor Blvd with stonework built by WPA crews.
• Historic Downtown Fullerton: restaurants and shops near landmarks like the Fox Theater and the Santa Fe Depot.

Fullerton Events FAQ

When is Fullerton's 4th of July Celebration?

It's on the 4th of July in Downtown Fullerton. The day starts with a free car show, then a festival with rides, food, vendors and live music. It ends with a fireworks show.

Does Fullerton have a farmers market?

Yes. The Wednesday Certified Farmers Market runs Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at Independence Park, 801 W. Valencia Dr. There's also the Fullerton Night Market on Thursday evenings in spring and summer at the Downtown Plaza.

Are Fullerton's summer concerts free?

Yes. Friday Night Live concerts are free on Friday nights in August at the Fullerton Sports Complex. Food trucks are on site. Bring chairs or a blanket.

Where can I find this year's event dates in Fullerton?

Dates change each year. For exact dates and times, check the City of Fullerton events page.

Thinking About Living in Fullerton?

Thinking about buying or selling in Fullerton? Visit the Fullerton community page or see the Fullerton market report for active, pending and sold homes. Nearby cities are covered in our local market reports, neighboring Placentia has its own events page, and you can find more cities on our Local Events page.

Work directly with the broker. Call or text Namneet Dhaliwal at (714) 932-9409, or request a home value review.

Written by Namneet Dhaliwal, Broker and founder of Zone Realty, helping Orange County buyers and sellers for 20+ years.