Avenue Q Sept. 4-Oct. 12
This hilarious, irreverent, and heartwarming musical brings a unique mix of
puppets and live actors to the stage, offering a side-splitting take on the
struggles of adulthood.
The GEM Theatre, Garden Grove / www.thegemoc.com
Original Lobster Festival Sept. 5-7
Fresh Live Maine Lobster, prepared to mouth-watering perfection in the World’s
Largest Cooker. You can dance away the calories to a variety of popular artists
throughout the day on the dance floor, enjoy tasty eats in the food court, kick
back in the VIP Lounge, enjoy complimentary Stella Rosa Wine and Spritzer
Sampling, treat yourself to a tequila/whiskey tasting.
See website for schedule. / Fountain Valley Sports Park
562-495-5959 / www.originallobsterfestival.com
MOVE TO MUSIC Dance Fundraiser
for Parkinson’s, Dystonia, and Movement Disorder Sept. 6
The Parkinson’s and Movement Disorder Foundation (PMDF) and the National
Spasmodic Torticollis Association (NSTA) are partnering up to raise funds
for movement disorder research. Join us at this casual, fun, family-friendly
fundraising and awareness event in Fountain Valley, California.
11am / Saigon Grand Center / www.cdtorticollis.org
La Habra Patriot Day Car Show Sept. 6
You are invited to the Patriot Day Car Show, a remembrance of 9/11. The show
is open to all classics, street rods, muscle cars, lowriders, trucks, exotics, sports
cars, and antiques. If you do not have a show car, no problem, we have food,
music, a 9/11 remembrance, a car competition, and vendors.
4-8pm / 2001 West Whittier Blvd.
562-697-1704 / www.lahabrachamber.com
National Hummingbird Day Plant
for Hummingbirds Celebration with Wildlife Jewels Sept. 6
Discover hummingbirds, plant native flowers for hummingbirds, photo contest,
and hummingbird artwork prize.
1am-1pm / Sunset Ridge Park, Newport Beach / www.wildlifejewels.org
Richard Henry Dana Charity Regatta Sept. 6-7
Join the Dana Point Yacht Club at the 27th Annual Richard Henry Dana Charity
Regatta, benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley. Weekend
events include racing, Landlubber Cornhole Tournament, live music, food &
drinks, and silent & live auctions. Registration required for participation.
Dana Point Yacht Club / www.dpyc.org/Richard_Henry_Dana_Charity_Regatta
ASPCA Rescue Effect at the Irvine Animal Care Center Sept. 6-7
Through a generous grant from the ASPCA Rescue Effect campaign, adoption
fees for animals in available for adoption at the Irvine Animal Care Center will
be waived September 6–7.
11am-4pm / Irvine Animal Care Center / www.cityofirvine.org
Old World Wiener Nationals Dachshund Races Sept. 7
Come for a fun-filled day of watching adorable dachshunds race to the finish
line. This event is perfect for dog lovers of all ages. Get ready to cheer on your
favorite furry friends as they dash towards victory!
10am-2pm / Old World Village, Huntington Beach / www.oldworldhb.com
Symphony in the Park Sept. 7
The Pacific Symphony returns to Floral Park. Come early to grab your spot and
enjoy a picnic. This year’s program will feature many beloved favorites sure to
delight all ages. Don’t miss this magical evening of music under the trees!
4:30-7:30pm / Victoria Drive, Floral Park / www.floralpark.com
Blessing of the Waves Sept. 7
Join community leaders as they come together in environmental solidarity
at the iconic Huntington Beach Pier. Water connects us to life, inspiring
recreation, music, arts, and offering spiritual and economic benefits.
5:30pm / Huntington Beach Pier Plaza / www.ghbic.org
Future Proof Festival Sept. 7-10
Future Proof brings together top professionals from the wealth management
ecosystem to provide insights, workshops, panel discussions, and exclusive
networking opportunities, driving growth and innovation in the industry.
Huntington City Beach / https://futureproofhq.com/festival
Huntington Beach Oktoberfest Sept. 7-Nov. 9
Every Wednesday thru Sunday, enjoy authentic German Food, imported
German Beers, German Bands, an army of Beautiful Shot Girls, and other
festivities, competitions, games & more.
Old World Festival Hall / www.oldworldhb.com
Maritime Festival Sept. 12-14
The festival will feature local vendors, food trucks, beer gardens, kids’ activities,
sailor reenactors, local marine life, tall ships, and more! The Maritime Festival
has been a beloved community event for the past 41 years, and we are thrilled
to continue celebrating Dana Point’s rich maritime history.
Dana Point Harbor / Ocean Institute / www.maritime-fest.org
Creep It Real Nostalgic OC EXPO Sept. 12-14
We’re blending haunted beach vibes with sunset chills and skeleton thrills! With
3 days of creepy fun each night, dive into a mix of spooky shopping, photo ops,
live music, delicious food & drinks, roaming creeps ready for selfies and more!
4-10pm / Heritage Museum of Orange County, Santa Ana
949-424-3089 / www.creepitrealoc.com
Toast to the Casa: The Golden Age of Hollywood Sept. 13
A roaming black tie optional gala with 20+ food and wine vendor stations,
different James Bond themed activities and games, and a online auction and
live auction. This event raises funds for Casa Romantica’s historic preservation
5-9:30pm / Casa Romantica Cultural Center / www.casaromantica.org
Dive-In Movie: Moana Sept. 13
Join us under the stars and on the water for a screening of Disney’s Moana!
6-9pm / San Clemente Aquatics Center
949-361-8200 / www.san-clemente.org
Serve Los Al Sept. 13
Aassembly will occur at 8:30. Volunteers will gather for a rally with breakfast,
and a speech from our mayor. They will receive their volunteer t-shirts and
following the assembly, volunteers will disperse to their projects.
9am-12pm / Oak Middle School Amphitheater
562-430-1073 / www.cityoflosalamitos.org
Crab Feast and Auction Under the Stars Sept. 13
Money raised from the annual Crab Feast and Auction Under the Stars is used
to support YMCA programming for under-served children and families in the
community. One such example is our fully subsidized afterschool care program
at the Richman Neighborhood Center in Fullerton.
6-10pm / Fullerton Family YMCA / www.ymcaoc.org
Aliso Viejo Health and Safety Fair Sept. 13
Health screenings, resources, expired medicine disposal, free giveaways, and
touch-a-truck.
9-11am / AV Ranch www.avcity.org
Celebrate Los Al Sept. 13
Street Fair and Carnival. Concerts. Beverage garden. Serve Los Al. Public safety
fair. Glow run and glide.
8:30am-9:30pm / 10901 Pine Street, Los Alamitos
562-430-1073 / www.cityoflosalamitos.org
Surf City 10 Sept. 13-14
Run along the PCH and take in sandy beaches, palm tree-studded hills, wave
surfing dolphins. The Surf City 10 - California’s Perfect 10 - will feature a full
menu of running events including a 10 Mile, 10K, 5K, and a Beach Mile.
6:30am / Huntington Beach Pier / www.surfcity10.com
Fiestas Patrias Festival and Parade Sept. 13-14
Celebrate our local Hispanic and Latino communities at Santa Ana’s very own
Fiestas Patrias! Open to all, the free weekend-long festivities include a parade
and street fair, live music, carnival rides and more – all commemorating Mexican
independence and celebrating the various Latin American communities that
reside throughout Orange County. Vendors, Entertainment, Food and a beer
garden, Carnival rides, Cultural exhibitors and more.
Sat 12-11pm, Sun 12-10pm / Downtown Santa Ana
714-647-5400 / www.santa-ana.org/fiestas-patrias
Fore the Kids Golf Tournament Sept. 18
Benefiting the Laguna Niguel and Mission Viejo Family YMCA’s Youth Programs.
10am / Arroyo Trabuco Golf Course, Mission Viejo www.ymcaoc.org
Anaheim Craft and Vintage Fair Sept. 20
More than 30 unique vendors. No multi-level marketers. Vintage Sellers. No
entrance fee for shoppers. Convenient parking. Great food for sale. Bake sale,
with jam and jelly.
9am-4pm / Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church
www.facebook.com/events/s/anaheim-craft-vintage-fair
Irvine Police Department Open House Sept. 20
See police and fire vehicles along with skill demonstrations from K-9, drone,
and motorcycle officers. There will be opportunities to take photos, play games,
get a face painting, and receive special giveaways while supplies last.
10am-2pm / Irvine Civic Center www.cityofirvine.org
Bacon, Bourbon & Blues Sept. 20
Show off your finest 1920s attire for a chance to win our exciting costume
contest and dance the night away to the lively tunes of the AbSOULute Band.
Be sure to capture memories with a fun and themed photo booth, enjoy a Cigar
Rolling Experience, and behind the velvet curtain, step into the Speakeasy,
where RSM Collective sets the scene.
6-9pm / Lago Santa Margarita Beach Club / www.samlarc.org
California Coastal Clean-up Day at Main Beach Sept. 20
Clean-up supplies are limited so we always encourage participants to bring
their own. In addition to the clean-up, we will also have local organizations
exhibiting on the Cobblestones of Main Beach with educational information
and hands-on activities.
9am-12pm / Main Beach, Laguna Beach www.lagunaoceanfoundation.org
Yorba Linda Movie in the Park Sept. 20
Enjoy a Saturday evening at the park watching a family movie on our 20ft
inflatable movie screen. Bring your chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner!
7-9pm / Eastside Community Park www.yorbalindaca.gov
Sunset Beach Chili Cook-Off Sept. 20
It’s hotter than ever, ready to set the stage for a day of mouthwatering delights,
live classic rock and heartfelt giving.
11am-5pm / Sunset Beach Community Center / www.eventbrite.com
Popups at the Pier Sept. 20
Stroll a variety of booths with the ocean as your backdrop and then take a walk
down the second larges wooden pier in CA.
11am-3pm / Eisenhower Park, Seal Beach Pier / www.sealbeachchamber.org
Ladera Pride Community Celebration Sept. 20
A celebration that will provide a safe space for members of the LGBTQ+
community, allies, and friends to gather and celebrate. A LARCS Partnership
Event with the Ladera Pride Club in collaboration with the Wellness and
Prevention Center.
3-6pm / Chaparral Park / www.laderalife.com
Dozynki Harvest Festival Sept. 20-21
Features Polish folk dancers in traditional costumes plus delicious polish food
such as freshly prepared stuffed cabbage, traditional pierogi, authentic Polska
Kielbasa and Polish beer.
Pope John Paul II Polish Center, Yorba Linda / www.polishcenter.org
Westminster Fall Festival Sept. 25-28
Join us for a vibrant weekend featuring thrilling carnival rides, live
entertainment, delicious food, and much more!
Westminster Civic Center / www.westminster-ca.gov
Foods of Garden Grove - Live Sept. 26
An international selection of the city’s most acclaimed and customer-favored
food and drink eateries, along with family-friendly activities and live music at
the Garden Amp.
5:30-9pm / Village Green Park / www.ggcity.org/fogglive
Ohana Festival Sept. 26-27
Don’t miss a beautiful weekend of live music. Experience 35+ performances
across three stages featuring a variety of acts across different genres.
Doheny State Beach / www.ohanafest.com
Surf City Days Sept. 27
Surf City Days was launched in 2011 to feature board elements - paddle
boarding, surfboard swap and sales, and a sand sculpture contest. Combines
outdoor water and ocean sports activities with downtown Huntington Beach
activities and entertainment.
8am-6pm / Downtown Huntington Beach / www.hbdowntown.com
J.F. Shea Therapeutic Riding Center Annual BBQ and Family Faire Sept. 27
Join us for a fundraiser that celebrates the transformative power of equine-
assisted services and our vibrant community. Enjoy a classic BBQ dinner, live
featuring unique items.
4-10pm / 26284 Oso Road, SJC / www.sheacenter.org
Buena Park Culture Fest Sept. 27
A night to celebrate our city’s rich cultural heritage through performances,
delicious food vendors, community booths and various activities!
4-8pm / Civic Center / www.buenapark.com
Sandcastle Contest Sept. 28
Get ready to turn up the volume and build to the beat with the theme “Rock the
Sand!” It’s the ultimate sandcastle-building contest with a theme celebrating
the world of music. Will feature music, food, and kids activities.
10:30am-4:30pm / Corona del Mar State Beach / www.newportbeach.com
