Pretzel Fest July 25-Aug. 1
Food, Beer, Live Music and lots and lots of PRETZELS!
Old World Huntington Beach
714-895-8020 / www.oldworldhb.com/pretzel-fest
Great Rancho Campout July 31-Aug. 1
Beat the heat with a giant water slide and a classic water balloon
toss. Kids will get a special glimpse into the Old West with an
interactive lasso and rope-trick workshop. An In-N-Out truck
will be on-site for dinner! As the sun sets, everyone can watch
a screening of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
5pm-9am / Trabuco Mesa Park, Rancho Santa Margarita
949-709-0010 / www.samlarc.org
Fullerton Community Yard Sale Aug. 1
Space Fees: $25 Residents, #35 Non-Residents.
8am-1pm / Independence Park
714-738-2803 / www.cityoffullerton.com
Open House at The Marconi Automotive Museum Aug. 2
Join us as we celebrate over 30 years of impact through the
Marconi Foundation for Kids. Since 1994, your support has
helped us serve thousands of children across Orange County.
This special open house is our way of saying thank you, enjoy
a family-friendly day filled with food, fun, and an incredible
display of vehicles alongside the Marconi Collection.
10am-2pm / 1302 Industrial Drive, Tustin
714-258-300 / www.marconimuseum.org
Boots, Beer and BBQ Aug. 2
Hosted by the Mission Viejo Community Foundation and
Marines and Sailors Adoption Committee the annual Boots,
Beer & BBQ event benefits the City’s adopted Marines. Guests
will enjoy boot scootin’ and two-steppin’ line dance lessons, a
live DJ and delicious catered meal from Outback Steakhouse.
4-7pm / Norman P. Murray Comm. & Senior Ctr., Mission Viejo
949-470-3061 / www.missionviejo.gov
Placentia National Night Out Aug. 4
5-8pm / 2301 Kraemer Blvd
714-993-8117 / www.placentia.org
Brea National Night Out Aug. 4
An evening dedicated to strengthening the bond between our
residents and local law enforcement. Expect a night of family
fun, including emergency vehicle displays, K-9 demonstrations,
and a chance to meet the officers who serve our community.
6pm / 1 Civic Center Circle
714-990-7600 / www.cityofbrea.gov
Garden Grove National Night Out Aug. 4
The Garden Grove Police Department invites the community
to a free community-building event featuring giveaways, live
demonstrations, and more!
5-8pm / 11301 Acacia Parkway
714-741-5000 / www.ggcity.org
AVCA’s Movie Night - Minecraft Aug. 5
Pre movies activities begin at 6:30pm. Come early to be
entered into our FREE raffle. Raffle winners will be announced
at 7:15pm. Movie will begin at Sundown.
6pm / Grand Park, Aliso Viejo
949-243-7750 / www.avca.net
Taste of Placentia Aug. 6
Enjoy unlimited food and beverage tastings from local
restaurants, breweries, wineries, and more while dancing the
night away to live music from the 80’s All Stars.
5-9pm / Tri City Park
714-528-1873 / www.tasteofplacentia.com
Brea Fest Aug. 7
Sample delicious food and beverages donated from local
restaurants while listening to live music. Enjoy exhibitions in the
Gallery, demonstrations, live theatre performances, shopping in
market row and more! “Kidsville” includes face painting, balloon
animals, make-and-take crafts, a bounce house and food.
6:30-10pm / Civic & Cultural Center
714-990-7600 / www.cityofbrea.gov
Garden Grove Outdoor Movie - Wicked: For Good Aug. 7
Event attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and
blankets. Stop by the City of Garden Grove tent for a chance
to receive a FREE bag of kettle corn from C&M Ohana.
8:30pm / Historic Main Street
714-741-5000 / www.ggcity.org
Stanton National Night Out Aug. 7
Connect with our first responders, learn about the ways they
keep our community safe! Vendors will be onsite with tasty
snacks and meal options!
6-8pm / Stanton Central Park
714-379-9222 / www.stantonca.gov
Lake Forst Movie in the Park - Luca Aug. 7
Grab your blankets and chairs. A dessert truck will be onsite
with treats available for purchase.
7:30-9:30pm / Pittsford Park
949-461-3400 / www.lakeforestca.gov
San Clemente Fiesta Music Festival Aug. 8
Two stages of continuous entertainment throughout the
day. Beverage booths will feature water, sodas, and beer and
seltzers. Arts and crafts show, showcasing hand-crafted and
unique merchandise. Visit the Kids’ Zone near the library and
enjoy jump houses, face painters, contests and more!
11am-6pm / 100 & 200 Blocks of Avenida Del Mar
949-492-1131 / www.scchamber.com
City of Irvine
55th Anniversary Homecoming Dance Party Aug. 8
Join us for a homecoming-themed dance party where the past
meets the present on the dance floor. Enjoy food and drinks,
kick things off with a happy hour, then dance, celebrate, and
toast to 55 years of the Irvine.
5pm / Great Park Live www.cityofirvine.gov
Westminster National Night Out
Featuring Safety Day and Summer Concerts Aug. 6
Enjoy various safety demonstrations, check out the different
vehicle displays, and interact with our first responders. Stick
around after the demonstrations for dinner and live music from
The Brightsiders, which begins at 6:30pm.
4-8pm / Civic Center
714-895-2860 / www.westminster-ca.gov
Symphony in the Cities and Prelude in the Park Aug. 8
4-8pm / Oso Viejo Community Park, Mission Viejo
949-470-3000 / www.missionviejo.gov
Bier Fest at Old World Aug. 8-16
The 8 day event is packed with a variety of beers, authentic
German delights, Live German Bands and our MC to keep the party going.
Old World Village, Huntington Beach
714-895-8020 / www.oldworldhb.com/bierfest
Old World Wiener Nationals Dachshund Races Aug. 9
Come for a fun-filled day of watching adorable dachshundsrace to the finish line.
10am-2pm / Old World Village, Huntington Beach
714-895-8020 / www.oldworldhb.com
OC Fair Fun Run Aug. 9
Every runner gets an awesome medal, a technical runners
t-shirt and FREE race photos. Huge thanks to our partner OC
Marathon for making this event possible!
8-11am / OC Fair & Event Center
714-241-0142 / www.ocfair5k.com
Laguna Niguel Sea Country Festival Aug. 21-23
Make sure to bring your friends and family to experience this
end-of-summer event with music, rides, games, food, and much more!
F 5-10pm, Sa 2-10pm, Su 2-9pm / Aliso Creek Road
949-425-5100 / www.cityoflagunaniguel.org
They Will Surf Again Aug. 22
An event thrown by the Life Rolls On Foundation, founded by
Jesse Billauer, that allows individuals with spinal cord injuries
to experience a day of surfing. Adaptive surfboards and beach
transfer wheelchairs will be available on-site, but make sure to
bring your own wetsuit, lifejacket, fins, towels, etc.
7am-4pm / Huntington City Beach www.liferollson.org
Los Alamitos Mayor’s Ball Capital Chic Aug. 22
This inaugural event benefits the Los Alamitos Community
Foundation and will bring together residents, business leaders,
elected officials, and community partners for an unforgettable
evening of style, entertainment, and civic celebration.
5:30pm / Los Alamitos Community Center
562-430-1073 / www.cityoflosalamitos.org
Plum Festival Aug. 22-23
We will have food, drinks and full bar, Pflaumenkuchen, Plum
Cake, Plum Crepes, Plum-Infused Drinks, Berliners (small
donuts) and more! FREE Admission. FREE Parking. FREE Live Music.
12-8pm / Old World Village, Huntington Beach
714-895-8020 / www.oldworldhb.com
The Dana Point Classic Car Show Aug. 23
More than 325 classic cars on display in the heart of
downtown. Enjoy a vibrant street scene filled with local
vendors, delicious food and drinks from Dana Point restaurants,
and plenty of family-friendly fun.
10am-3pm / Del Prado
949-496-1555 / www.danapointcarshow.com
Los Alamitos Senior Expo Aug. 26
Resources, vendor fair, light breakfast, and giveaways.
10am-12pm / Los Alamitos Community Center
562-430-1073 / www.cityoflosalamitos.org
San Clemente Sunset Symphony Aug. 27
Join us for a free concert event, featuring the Pacific Symphony
Quartet. Beverages & refreshments available for purchase.
6-8pm / Ole Hanson Beach Club
949-361-8200 / www.sanclemente.gov
Shoreline Dog Fanciers Association Aug. 28-30
All-breed dog show and obedience trial.
9am-5pm / OC Fair & Event Center
www.facebook.com/ShorelineDogFanciersOfOrangeCountyInc
Gem Faire Aug. 28-30
Fine jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, millions
of beads, crystals, gold and silver, pearls, minerals, fossils and
much more at manufacturer’s prices. Jewelry repair, cleaning
and ring sizing while you shop.
F 12-6pm, Sa 10am-6pm, Su 10am-5pm / OC Fair & Event Center
503-252-8300 / www.gemfaire.com
The Fit Expo Aug. 29-30
Thrilling fitness, physique, martial arts, and strength contests.
Shop and sample the hottest products and services in the
industry. Explore our “Training & Wellness Zone” for tips,
workouts, and insights. Meet 100+ fitness influencers up close.
Don’t miss the crowd-favorite “Healthy Eating Stage.”
Anaheim Convention Center
888-FIT-EXPO / www.thefitexpo.com
Redo Vintage & Maker’s Market Aug. 30
Over 200 vendors, music, food and drinks. Free to the public.
Don’t miss this change to shop some of the best vintage home
goods, clothing and surf finds, all in one place!
9am-5pm / Del Prado, Dana Point
www.redomarket.com
Laguna Art-A-Fair Through Sept. 6
The festival features award-winning fine artists and artisans
from around the world. Two-dimensional media includes oil,
acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, encaustic, pastel, charcoal,
colored pencil, photography, and printmaking. Three-
dimensional media includes jewelry, ceramics, glass, mirrors,
fiber art, wood craft, sculpture, gourds, and more.
777 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach
949-494-4514 / www.art-a-fair.com
Sawdust Festival Through Sept. 6
Each summer, our forested grounds become a living, breathing
art village, a place where over 180 Laguna Beach artists are
empowered to exhibit and sell their work directly to the public.
Visitors don’t just admire the art, they witness it come to life.
From hands-on demonstrations to intimate conversations with
the artists themselves, the Sawdust is a beautiful experience
that connects people through the power of creativity.
935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach
949-494-3030 / www.sawdustartfestival.org
Pageant of the Masters
presents “The Greatest of All Time” Through Sept. 4
Each evening during the summer season, classic and
contemporary works of art are faithfully re-created with
theatrical illusion and real people posing as living pictures. Enjoy
art that comes to life under the stars in the Pageant’s outdoor
amphitheater.
650 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach
800-487-3378 / www.foapom.com
Festival of Arts Fine Art Show Through Sept. 3
Set in a beautiful open-air gallery, this highly acclaimed juried
fine art show features the work of over 100 award-winning
Orange County artists. From paintings, glass, ceramics,
photography and more, the Festival showcases a variety of
mediums and artwork styles for avid collectors and festivalgoers
to browse and purchase directly from the artists.
650 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach
800-487-3378 / www.foapom.com/summer-art-show
Orange County Fair July 17-Aug. 16
A wide variety of exhibits, foods, entertainment, rides and
hands-on activities. There is something for everybody at the Fair
including the summer headline concert series, working farm and
petting zoos, thrill rides, contests, and games.
OC Fair and Event Center
714-708-1500 / www.ocfair.com/oc-fair
