Local Events in Orange County

Thanksgiving is a day to be surrounded by family, sharing in the gratitude and love you feel for one another. Yet, most families feel the stress of preparing a huge dinner that can take all day to cook and lead to a huge grocery bill. That is why a lot of families in...

It's not officially summer in Orange County until the OC Fair comes to town! Hours and Dates This year's fair will run from July 13th - August 12th. Wednesday - Friday: Noon - Midnight Saturday - Sunday: 11 am - Midnight Monday - Tuesday: Closed Free Entertainment...

Surf City goes all out for the 4th of July every year! Here are just some of the events and activities you can enjoy: Surf City 5k Morning Run 6 AM - 10 AM Huntington Beach Parade 10 AM - 12 PM Firework show from the HB Pier 9 PM - 9:30 PM For a parade map, and more...

Beginning Friday, June 29th the Sawdust Art & Craft Festival will return to Laguna Beach! For over 50 years Orange County residents have visited this unique event each summer. Spread out over a 3-acre eucalyptus grove you'll find a hand built village that features...

Are you looking for events in Orange County that will really get your blood pumping? If so, we’ve got your fix! The upcoming Monster Jam in Anaheim will feature high octane entertainment and intense competition between several of the most recognizable trucks in the...

2016 is rapidly coming to an end, and it’s time to celebrate the beginning of a new year! Orange County offers several amazing New Year’s Eve events, ranging from free and family friendly options to extravagant parties filled with drinks and dancing. If you’re still...

The holidays are officially in full swing, and Orange County residents know that enjoying the festivities with friends and family doesn’t get much better than the annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade! The 2016 Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade and Ring of...

With so many things to be grateful for at each and every Thanksgiving, it’s incredibly important to remember those who are not as fortunate as we are. Extending a helping hand is an important part of sharing the holiday spirit with your fellow Orange County residents,...

This Saturday, November 19th surfers from all over southern California will don Santa suits while they hang ten at Salt Creek Beach in the annual Surfing Santa Competition. The charity surfing contest is hosted by The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel and benefits local...

Get ready to laugh out loud, because Aries Spears will be at the Brea Improv all weekend! Best known for his impersonations, Spears joined the cast of FOX’s MADtv in 1997, and quickly became one of the show’s standout talents. Some of Spears’ better known impressions...

If you love delicious plant-based food, yoga and meditation, rescue animals, Halloween costume contests, or just free and fun things to do, then you’re in luck! The 2nd Annual SoCal VegFest is taking place this weekend at Orange Coast College! SoCal VegFest is...

Aviation enthusiasts rejoice: The Breitling Huntington Beach Airshow will be flying over Huntington Beach this weekend! Headlining this exciting event will be the United States Air Force Flight Demonstration Squadron, made up of the Thunderbirds and the Breitling Jet...

 The 17th Door Tucked away unsuspectingly in Orange County’s famous Tustin Market Place is one of the most depraved haunted experiences that you can find anywhere. Now in its second year, The 17th Door boasts over 34 minutes of psychological terror as you work your...

The 2016 Orange County International Auto Show is currently under way at the Anaheim convention center, and will run until this Sunday, October 9. This year’s convention will feature over 600 of the newest cars, trucks and SUV’s all in one location! Although the...

Fall is finally upon us, and there’s no better way to kick off the season than with beer and bratwurst! For nearly 40 years OldWorld Village in Huntington Beach has been home to Oktoberfest, and this year’s celebration is stacking up to be the most eventful yet. Here...

Want to visit a national park, monument, or forest without paying to get in? Then grab your hiking boots and head out tomorrow (Saturday, September 24th) for National Public Lands Day! This annual day of service allows visitors to check out the beauty of California’s...

If you’ve been lacking a bit of imagination in your day to day routines recently, we have your remedy! Plan ahead for some inspiring fun and mark your calendar for the annual Museum Day Live! event sponsored by Smithsonian magazine. On Saturday, September 24th you and...

The OC Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa will be alive with the sound of music this weekend with the highly celebrated return of the SoCal World Guitar Show! This bi-annual event attracts thousands of musical enthusiasts, vendors, and buyers from all over the world....

Whether you are looking for the perfect place to host a casual birthday party or the wedding venue of your dreams, our list of unique Orange County event venues has something sure to inspire! Lyon Air Museum: One of our favorite event venues in Orange County is...

Dads sure have done a lot for us over the years. They’re always been there to help us with car trouble, take care of the lawn, kill bugs in the house, and, most importantly, to provide a great pillow to sleep on. They work hard, don’t ask for much, and are usually a...

Costa Mesa’s SoCo Farmers Market Located in the SoCo Collection at 3315 Hyland Avenue, this is the place to spend a casual Saturday between 9 am and 2 pm. The market carries an impressive variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, honey, eggs, meat and poultry. Food...

Looking for Gourmet Food Trucks in Orange County?? Us too. And although you can find a few food trucks at local bowling alleys or business parks, you can always find Food Trucks at the Orange County Fairgrounds. That's right, the OC Fairgrounds. Every Thursday food...