Orange County 2016 Memorial Day Events

If you are wondering what to do for Memorial Day, you won't have to go far. Orange County communities are going all out with numerous observances to commemorate those who served in the U.S. armed forces.

Also on tap, the Laguna Hills annual 5K and 10K.

Here you go ...

City of Laguna Hills Memorial Day Half Marathon, 5k, 10K

Salute to American Heroes on Memorial Day In Mission Viejo

Memorial Day Services in Dana Point

Memorial Day Observance In Lake Forest

Memorial Day Celebration In Laguna Beach

Memorial Day Ceremony in San Juan Capistrano

Memorial Day Observance In San Clemente

Memorial Day - Patriotic Concert in Laguna Beach

Memorial Day Events Aboard Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach

Also see:

2016 Memorial Day Flag Etiquette, When to Salute: 5 Things to Know

• Did you know the flag shouldn’t be flown at half-staff all day on Memorial Day? Should you salute? What if you’re wearing a hat?

Vietnam War Mural in Southern California Vandalized Before Memorial Day

• The mural, which has graffiti that stretched on for about 100 feet, has a message at the top reading 'You Are Not Forgotten.'

If traveling this Memorial weekend, also see:

Brace Yourself If Flying Over Holiday Weekend: LAX Predicts Record Numbers

• Los Angeles International Airport could be the busiest airport in the U.S., according to one travel site.

Holiday Road: If Traveling Memorial Day Weekend, You DEFINITELY Won't Be Alone!

• Nearly 2.9 million SoCal residents are expected to hit the road. See if you're heading to one of the top destinations ...

Cook-out plans?

Memorial BBQ Add-Ons: Slaw With Kick; Guacamole With Twist Recipes

• Dump the dull side dishes and try these unique, easy recipes for your holiday barbecues and potlucks!

Grilling This Memorial Weekend? Last-Minute Recipe For Baby Back Ribs

• Chef Shell the Dinner Belle shares her technique. So what's the secret ingredient in her savory sauce?

And get out your calendars: more fun events coming up in the region:

• Newport Beach Jazz Festival
• Fountain Valley Market in the Park and Food Truck Frenzy
• 'My Edible Garden' with David Rizzo
• Sunday Summer Concerts In Rancho Santa Margarita
• July 4th Fireworks, Festival in Los Alamitos
• 2016 Orange County Fair
• Summer Music and Movies Night in Los Alamitos

--Photo credit: ALISON BAUTER