Pippin Feb. 22-Mar. 31
Pippin is the story of a young prince, heir to the throne, who is searching
for his own “corner of the sky.” Pippin returns from university certain that
he will find a fulfilling purpose in life.
The Gem Theatre, Garden Grove www.thegemoc.com
Festival of Whales Mar. 1-3
We look forward to hosting you in beautiful Dana Point Harbor to celebrate
the annual return of the California gray whales as they grace our coast
during their annual migration.
Dana Point Harbor http://festivalofwhales.com
Pacific Symphony: Lantern Festival Mar. 2
Bring the family to celebrate the Year of the Dragon! Free family-friendly
festival to commemorate the end of the Lunar New Year celebration with
music, dance, art making, riddles and food.
11am-4pm / Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa
714-755-5799 / www.pacificsymphony.org
Marina del Rey Dragon Boat Festival Mar. 2
A series of dragon boat races, live music entertainment, food truck fare
and more.
8am-4pm / Burton Chace Park
www.losangelescountydragonboatfestival.com
California Bridal & Wedding Expo Mar. 2
An amazing selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the
perfect gown, venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon
destination, and more!
12:30-5pm / OC Fair & Event Center
www.cabridalshows-of.com
Pacific Coast Sportfishing Tackle, Boat & Travel Show Mar. 7-10
The show draws vendors from all over the country including manufacturers,
retail sales, travel lodges and dealers of hundreds of outdoor products.
OC Fair & Event Center | www.sportfishingfestival.com
Knott’s Boysenberry Festival Mar. 8-Apr. 28
Indulge in a tantalizing lineup of dishes ranging from savory foods with a
boysenberry twist to one-of-a-kind specialty desserts and drinks including
a variety of wines and craft beers that you can only find during this event.
See website for schedule. / Knott's Berry Farm Buena Park
www.knotts.com/events/boysenberry-festival
Art in the Park Mar. 9
The GGUSD's First Impressions Art Gallery, showcasing hundreds of works
of student art will be open, plus experience interactive art exhibits and
create hands-on DIY keepsakes.
11am-2pm / Village Green Park, Garden Grove www.ggcity.org
#LaHabraRaces Mar. 9
5K Walk/Run, 1K Kiddy Run and 50-YD. Diaper Dash! Registration includes
medal, t-shirt, bib number, goodie bag and entry to the pop-up farmer's
market. This year's theme is "Olympics - Family Race for the Gold".
4-6:30pm / La Habra Marketplace shopping Center www.lahabraca.gov
Buena Park Family Art Festival Mar. 10
Hands-on art activities for all ages, live entertainment, and much more
provides a delightful celebration of the rich cultural traditions that thrive in
our own backyards!
10am / Smith-Murphy Park www.buenapark.com
Irish Fest Mar. 13-17
Come down to the The Biergarten in Old World Huntington Beach for
great food, drinks, and live music! During Irish Fest, Corned Beef &
Cabbage and Irish Stew will be served at the Biergarten!
Old World Village, Huntington Beach www.oldworldhb.com
Aliso Viejo Movie Night Mar. 15
Tonight's movie is The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Bring blankets, pillows, or
low lawn chairs. Food available for purchase.
6pm / AV Middle School www.avcity.org
Brea Spring Craft Boutique Mar. 15-16
Handcrafted gifts, decorations and tasty goodies from over 250 vendors!
Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-4pm / Brea Community Center
714-990-7600 / www.ci.brea.ca.us
GEMfest Mar. 16
Where middle school girls hear inspiring keynote speeches, learn about
local businesses and non-profit organizations at our marketplace, and
attend their choice of hands-on workshops teaching skills for success.
10am-3pm / Sage Hill School, Newport Beach www.gemfestoc.com
Shamrock Run San Clemente 5K/10K Mar. 16
Starts in San Clemente's historic downtown, scenic beach trails, and pier.
Every racer gets a chipped racing bib and Shamrock Run t-shirt. All ages.
8am / Downtown San Clemente www.scdba.org/shamrockrun
ABC Hopes Casino Night Mar. 16
A night of unforgettable fun playing casino games, music & photobooth.
Enjoy food provided by the Anaheim White House and tour Dick Marconi's
amazing car collection - All of this while supporting a local nonprofit raise
funds and awareness towards their mission of empowering persons with
intellectual disabilities.
6-11pm / Marconi Automotive Museum, Tustin www.abchopes.com
El Presidente Ball Mar. 16
Celebrates the origins of the old west when SJC was in its early days.
All colorful characters are welcome and encouraged to come dressed in
Western, Spanish, Mexican or early California attire. You can even enter
the best-dressed contest! Enjoy some great food and old-fashioned fun
while dancing under the stars to live country-western style music.
6-10pm / El Adobe de Capistrano, SJC www.swallowsdayparade.org
STOMP! Fashion Show & Silent Auction Mar. 16
A fashion show to raise awareness and funds to combat the crisis and lower
death due to fentanyl poisoning. The silent auction will feature artwork as
well as products and experiences.
6-10pm / Rogue Collective, Newport Beach www.fentanylsolution.org
Weekend of Art Mar. 16-17
Local artists to join us by submitting one to three works of art in the
exhibition. Saturday will also include an arts & crafts vendor fair. We
encourage all artists to participate in the exhibition as well as a vendor in
the arts & crafts fair.
Sat 12-6pm, Sun 3-7pm / Los Alamitos Community Center
562-430-1073 / www.cityoflosalamitos.org
Saint Joseph's Day at the Mission Mar. 19
St. Joseph’s Day and the Return of the Swallows Celebration is a
world-renowned tradition celebrating the annual return of the
famous swallows to Capistrano.
9am-2pm / Mission San Juan Capistrano
www.missionsjc.com
Swallows Day Fiesta Grande Mar. 20
This exciting event is the kick off of the culmination of the Swallow’s Day
Parade Season. Join your friends and make new ones at this care-free
evening of fun and live music. Enter one of our many contests. Select
Judges will award the winners of each category with a special plaque and
you will also receive a $50 gift certificate from the Boot Barn!
6-9pm / Swallow's Inn, SJC www.swallowsdayparade.org
Living with Coyotes Mar. 20
Learn from Mission Viejo Animal Services about Living with Coyotes. This
lecture will include what do when you encounter a coyote as well as their
vital role in our local ecosystem.
6-8pm / Crown Valley Park, Laguna Niguel www.cityoflagunaniguel.org
Hoag Classic Mar. 20-24
Each year, the tournament raises funds for Hoag and other local charities,
totaling more than $20 million in its history – making it one of the most
philanthropic events on the PGA TOUR Champions.
Newport Beach Country Club www.hoagclassic.com
Playschool's Eggstravaganza Mar. 22
Register and join the staff from Playschool. Bring your baskets and camera
and be prepared to SCRAMBLE for eggs, play some games, dye and
decorate eggs, dance, and meet the Easter bunny!
10:30am-12pm / Tierra Grande #1, San Clemente www.san-clemente.org
Swallows Day Parade & Mercado Mar. 23
This is the nation's largest non-motorized parade. The parade begins
promptly at 11am. The Mercado is a Street Fair and Market Place where
you can eat, drink, and shop at over 100 booths.
11am / Downtown San Juan Capistrano www.swallowsdayparade.org
Animals Everywhere Mar. 23
With petting zoos, animal shows, pony rides, and a special Peter Rabbit
meet and greet, families will learn about animals big and small!
10am-1pm / Central Park, Rancho Santa Margarita www.samlarc.org
Lake Forest Bunny Blast Mar. 23
A day of activities including game booths, rides, music, and other funny
things! Bring your own basket and camera for photos with Hoppy the
Spring Bunny.
11am-2pm / Lake Forest Recreation Center www.lakeforestca.gov
Ladera Ranch Spring Celebration Mar. 23
Delightful activities, including games, creative make-it-take-it crafts, and
an exclusive photo opportunity with the beloved Peter and Mrs. Rabbit.
Dive into the Egg Scramble areas for some egg-citing treats.
12-4pm / Founders Park www.laderalife.com
Aliso Viejo Spring Celebration Mar. 23
Community Booths, Balloon Twisters, Face Painters, Visits with Peter
Rabbit, and Children's Crafts. Register early to make sure you secure your
spot. Spots are limited and pre-registration is REQUIRED for all egg hunts.
9-11:30am / Grand Park/Town Center Amphitheater www.avca.net
La Habra Spring Family Eggstravaganza Mar. 30
The event will include egg hunts, balloon artist, face painting booth,
inflatable attractions, game booths, craft booths, vendors, and the
Children's Museum Mobile Museum.
8am-12pm / La Bonita Park www.lahabraca.gov
Dana Point Egg Hunts Mar. 30
Hop on down with your family and discover hidden treasure of candy and
plastic eggs filled with goodies at our Springtime Egg Hunts for children
up to 10 years of age.
9-11am / Pines Park & Sea Canyon Park www.danapoint.org
Stanton Easter Egg Hunt Mar. 30
Participants will enjoy egg hunts for all ages, Blue Ribbon month activities,
an informational resource fair, and of course, a very special visit from the
Easter Bunny!
9-11am / Central Park www.stantonca.gov
San Clemente Sensational Springtacular Mar. 30
The Sensational Springtacular and Summer Camp Palooza will take place
on the Meadows, followed by SPLASHtacular from 12-4pm at the San
Clemente Aquatics Center. Bunny visits, music, spring games, summer
camp discounts, & more!
9am-12pm / Vista Hermosa Sports Park www.san-clemente.org
Los Alamitos Spring Carnival Mar. 30
Popular egg hunts, arts and crafts, photo area with Peter Rabbit, carnival
games, bounce houses, vendor booths, beverage garden, and family
activities.
9:30am-12pm / Little Cottonwood Park
562-430-1073 / www.cityoflosalamitos.org
Santa Ana EGG-Cellent Adventure Mar. 30
We will be hosting an egg hunting adventure, perfect for the whole family.
Bring the kids for a day of colorful egg hunts, inflatables, and much more!
9am-1pm / Centennial Park www.santa-ana.org
Cypress Spring Egg Hunt Mar. 30
Egg hunts for 3-11 year old, crafts, games, and more. Bring your camera to
snap some pictures with the bunny!
9am-12pm / Oak Knoll Park www.cypressca.org
Buena Park Spring Eggstravaganza Mar. 30
8am-3:30pm / Boisseranc Park www.buenapark.com
