Two of Orange County’s diverse communities showcased their heritage and vibrant cultures on Saturday, Feb. 1.
In Westminster, the annual Tet Parade celebrating the Lunar New Year marched through the heart of Little Saigon, with crowds lining Bolsa Avenue. There were lion dancers, community groups, floats and more in the parade, which was also broadcast across the globe.
Christine and Tam Nguyen renew their 25 years of marriage with a kiss after Orange County Clerk-Reorder Hugh Nguyen, second from left, performsed a vow ceremony at the Westminster Tet Parade — the first time at the event on..Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
A giant South vietnamese flag is displayed during the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
A giant American flag is displayed during the Westminster Tet parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
A bicyclist follows the Garden Grove City Council fire truck during the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Warner Middle School students take part in the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
The Westminster Tet Parade features about 80 floats during the almot 3-hour event on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Westminster High School students take part in the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Three-year-old Ethan Nguyen leads the Sequoia Academy during the Westmoinster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Hudson Tran, 11 months, meets a lion dancer with the help of his grandmother, Christine Tran, on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, during the Westminster Tet Parade on the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Beanie feels insecure as firecrackers are set off during the Westminster Tet Parade while owner Clayton Graul of Hollywood comforts him on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Opening ceremonies for the Westminster Tet Parade begins with both the Vietnamese and the American National Anthems on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Firecrackers are lit to ward of evil spirits at the start of the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Firecrackers are lit to ward of evil spirits at the start of the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
The crowd reacts to the loud crack of firecrackers during the start of the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Spectators wait in the morning light for the Westminster Tet Parade to begin on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Westminster High School students perform a lion dance during the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony for the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Tam Nguyen is all smiles as he hugs his wife, Christine, after they renew their marriage vows during a ceremony at the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Astiva Health group takes part in the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Walkers with Viet Rainbow of Orange County take part in the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Vietnamese and American veterans take part in the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony for the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony for the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony for the Westminster Tet Parade on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Girls wait patiently to perform with their dance group during the opening ceremony at the Westminster Tet Parade on..Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Walkers with the OC Autism Foundation carry a 30-foot-long dragon down the Westminster Tet Parade route on..Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Opening ceremonies for the Westminster Tet Parade begins with both the Vietnamese and the American National Anthem on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Show Caption1 of 27Christine and Tam Nguyen renew their 25 years of marriage with a kiss after Orange County Clerk-Reorder Hugh Nguyen, second from left, performsed a vow ceremony at the Westminster Tet Parade — the first time at the event on..Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025. (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
ExpandNext stepped off the OC Black History Parade in Anaheim. It was the parade’s 45th year celebrating the history and contributions of the Black community. The Unity Festival on Center Street Promenade followed the parade.
Miss Anaheim Beautiful, Sophia Hall rides in a convertible during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
People gather along Anaheim Blvd. to watch the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Kelvin Anderson, Sr. the Owner of World Famous VIP records during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)2
The Soul Train float rolls along Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Fullerton College participants seen during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
The Afro Unicorn hands out candy during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
The Danbrook Drumline marches along Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. marches along Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Centralia elementary school district Baile Folkloric Dance Team marches down Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Grammy winning producer, songwriter and artist My Guy Mars waves to the crowd during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Roller skaters glide down Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
The Soul Train float rolls along Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Equestrians ride down Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
A parade t-shirt is seen on a participant of the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity marches down Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Vintage cars drive down Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
People march along Anaheim Blvd. during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
Show Caption1 of 17Miss Anaheim Beautiful, Sophia Hall rides in a convertible during the 45th annual OC Black History Month Parade on Feb. 1, 2025 in Anaheim CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)
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