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TODAY

Red Chair Lounge Red Nights, which will include live entertainment

and the art of Cliff Wassmann, will take place at the Hyatt Regency

Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway. This free

event will be from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. and the public (21 and over) is

invited to attend. Information: (714) 698-1234.

A 100-year History of Huntington Beach, an exhibit that includes

photographs, artifacts and documents reflecting the growth of

Huntington Beach in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the

Fourth of July Parade, will take place at the Huntington Beach Art

Center, 538 Main St. It will take place from noon to 6 p.m. and

admission is free. Information: (714) 374-1650.

The “Ultimate Laff-Down” Quarter Finals comedy competition will be

hosted by Martini Blues at 8:30 p.m., 5874 Edinger Ave. There will be

a $5 cover charge and $10 drink minimum. Information: (714) 840-2129.

Adventure Playground, a playing experience for children, will be

open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday at the Central

Park, 7111 Talbert Ave. Children can raft on a small pond, navigate a

rope bridge, use a cable slide, go down a mud slide and build forts.

Children must wear tennis shoes and be prepared to get dirty. This

experience is suitable for kids six to twelve years old. Adult

supervision will be provided and tickets are $2 to 3. Enter from the

Central Library parking lot. Information: Group reservations, (714)

842-7442 or (714) 536-5486 when closed.

FRIDAY

The Pier Plaza Art A-Faire,

held at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to the Huntington Beach Pier,

will feature more than 50 vendors selling unique, handmade gifts and

crafts. The Art A-Faire will be open from 10 a.m. to sunset.

Admission is free. Information: (714) 536-2213 or (714) 846-5509.

SATURDAY

“Comedy on The Back

Porch,” with headliner Adam Richmond, will take place at 8 p.m. at

Martini Blues is at 5874 Edinger Ave. There will be a $5 cover charge

and $10 drink minimum. Information: (714) 840-2129.

The Golden West College

Swap Meet will feature new and used items. Fresh produce, records

and music memorabilia, antiques and collectibles are some of the

treasures you may discover on your next visit to this parking lot

event with free parking and admission. The address for Golden West

College is 15744 Goldenwest St. The swap meet will be open from 8

a.m. to 3 p.m. Information: (714) 898-7927.

The Pier Plaza Art A-Faire,

held at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to the Huntington Beach Pier,

will feature more than 50 vendors selling unique, handmade gifts and

crafts. The Art A-Faire will be open from 10 a.m. to sunset.

Admission is free. Information: (714) 536-2213 or (714) 846-5509.

SUNDAY

The Fourth of July Parade, the largest Independence Day parade

west of the Mississippi River, will feature more than 300 entries

including bands, floats, film and television celebrities, local

dignitaries, equestrians and community groups. The parade, from 10

a.m. to 12:30 p.m., heads south to Main Street, proceeds up Main

Street through the Downtown, ending at Main Street. Parking is

available at the Main Street Parking Structure at Lake Street.

Information: (714) 374-1535 or https://www.surfcity-hb.org/

4thofJuly/general_info.

The Golden West College Swap Meet will feature new and used

items. Fresh produce, records and music memorabilia, antiques and

collectibles are some of the treasures you may discover on your next

visit to the parking lot event that offers free parking and

admission. The address for Golden West College is 15744 Goldenwest St. The swap meet will be open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and

Sunday. Information: (714) 898-7927.

The Pier Plaza Art A-Faire,

held at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to the Huntington Beach Pier,

will feature more than 50 vendors selling unique, handmade gifts and

crafts. The Art A-Faire will be open from 10 a.m. to sunset.

Admission is free. Information: (714) 536-2213 or (714) 846-5509.

TUESDAY

“Open Mike” night will take place at 8:30 p.m. at Martini Blues,

5874 Edinger Ave. There will be no cover charge and $10 drink

minimum. Information: (714) 840-2129.

THURSDAY

The “Ultimate Laff-Down” Quarter Finals No. 2 comedy competition

will be hosted by Martini Blues. The show will begin at 8:30 p.m.,

5874 Edinger Ave. There will be a $5 cover charge and $10 drink

minimum. Information: (714) 840-2129.

July Theme Horse Show will take place at the Huntington Central

Park Equestrian Center, 18381 Goldenwest St., from Thursday to

Sunday, July 11. The public is invited to watch this free event.

Information: (760) 753-0431 or https://www.hcpec.com.

JULY 9

“Pride and Prejudice” will be performed at Golden West College.

Jane Austen’s story is described by the college as a fast-paced

romantic comedy. The show will run through July 18. The 8 p.m. show

will be at Mainstage Theater at Golden West College, 15744 Golden

West Street. Tickets will cost $11 for general admission, $9 for

students and seniors. Information: (714) 895-8150.

The Huntington Beach Pro/Junior Surf Series will be a United

States Surfing Federation sanctioned competition. The time of the

event will be announced. The event will be held at the south side of

the pier, near the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Main

Street. Information: (714) 596-5019 or https://www.hbsurfseries.com.

Shakespeare in the Park will present “The Tempest,” the bard’s

last comedy. The play will be performed at the Huntington Beach

Playhouse at Central Park Amphitheater, 7111 Talbert Ave. The play

will run through Aug. 1. Call for ticket prices and showtimes.

Information: (714) 375-0696.