Costa Mesa Events
Events/What's Happening
Mayor Stapleton to Honor Lifeguard Legacy with Paddle Event
News Summary Newport Beach Mayor Joe Stapleton will paddle 30 miles from Catalina Island to Newport Beach to honor lifeguard Ben Carlson, who died while saving a swimmer. This tribute...
Newport Beach Appoints First Historian Laureate
News Summary Newport Beach has appointed William Lobdell as its first historian laureate during a City Council meeting. This initiative, part of the ‘Celebrate Newport’ program, aims to honor the...
Fountain Valley City Council Explores Charter City Status
News Summary The Fountain Valley City Council is moving forward with plans to assess public interest in transitioning to a charter city. This initiative, which aims to provide greater local...
Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Celebrates 100 Years of Service
News Summary Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue is commemorating a century of dedicated service to the community this Sunday. Founded in 1924, the department has evolved from a volunteer force...
Hearse-a-palooza to Showcase Unique Vehicles in Costa Mesa
News Summary Costa Mesa will host the Hearse-a-palooza event, allowing enthusiasts to appreciate unique hearses at Airport West business park. The event features contests, live music, food options, and a...
Oil Painter Transitions from Engineering to Art
News Summary Sangeetha Gopalakrishnan, a former electrical engineer, is set to showcase her artwork at the 20th Annual Art in the Park event in Newport Beach. After nearly two decades...
Huntington Beach Hosts 32nd Annual Civil War Days
News Summary Huntington Beach’s Central Park will feature the 32nd Annual Civil War Days, offering free admission and reenactments of pivotal Civil War moments. Organizers expect history enthusiasts from across...
Komen Organization to Host Orange County MORE THAN PINK Walk
News Summary The Susan G. Komen organization is set to host the Orange County MORE THAN PINK Walk, aiming to raise $790,000 for vital breast cancer programs. The event brings...
Costa Mesa Hosts 135th Annual Orange County Fair
News Summary The Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa attracted over a million visitors this year, featuring entertainment, delicious food, and family-friendly activities. New rides, live music, and unique culinary...
Community
Mayor Stapleton to Honor Lifeguard Legacy with Paddle Event
News Summary Newport Beach Mayor Joe Stapleton will paddle 30 miles from Catalina Island to Newport Beach to honor lifeguard Ben Carlson, who died while saving a swimmer. This tribute...
Newport Beach Appoints First Historian Laureate
News Summary Newport Beach has appointed William Lobdell as its first historian laureate during a City Council meeting. This initiative, part of the ‘Celebrate Newport’ program, aims to honor the...
Fountain Valley City Council Explores Charter City Status
News Summary The Fountain Valley City Council is moving forward with plans to assess public interest in transitioning to a charter city. This initiative, which aims to provide greater local...
Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue Celebrates 100 Years of Service
News Summary Costa Mesa Fire & Rescue is commemorating a century of dedicated service to the community this Sunday. Founded in 1924, the department has evolved from a volunteer force...
Hearse-a-palooza to Showcase Unique Vehicles in Costa Mesa
News Summary Costa Mesa will host the Hearse-a-palooza event, allowing enthusiasts to appreciate unique hearses at Airport West business park. The event features contests, live music, food options, and a...
Huntington Beach Hosts 32nd Annual Civil War Days
News Summary Huntington Beach’s Central Park will feature the 32nd Annual Civil War Days, offering free admission and reenactments of pivotal Civil War moments. Organizers expect history enthusiasts from across...
Komen Organization to Host Orange County MORE THAN PINK Walk
News Summary The Susan G. Komen organization is set to host the Orange County MORE THAN PINK Walk, aiming to raise $790,000 for vital breast cancer programs. The event brings...
Costa Mesa Hosts 135th Annual Orange County Fair
News Summary The Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa attracted over a million visitors this year, featuring entertainment, delicious food, and family-friendly activities. New rides, live music, and unique culinary...
Huntington Beach Hosts 32nd Annual Civil War Days Reenactment
News Summary The Huntington Beach Historical Society will host the 32nd annual Civil War Days reenactment at Central Park this weekend, offering a free, immersive experience of America’s Civil War....
Concerts
Orange County Celebrates Holiday Weekend with Events
News Summary Orange County is gearing up for a vibrant holiday weekend filled with a variety of events from August 29 to 31, including live music, theater performances, and family-friendly...
Long Beach Celebrates the End of Summer with Events
News Summary Long Beach will host multiple events to celebrate the end of summer, including a concert featuring the popular band Tijuana Dogs at Marine Stadium. The festivities will also...
Long Beach Hosts Weekend Events for Residents
News Summary This weekend, Long Beach will come alive with a variety of events including concerts and community gatherings. Highlights include performances by Tijuana Dogs and the Shoreline Village Concert...
Kaskade’s Sun Soaked Festival Returns to Huntington Beach
News Summary Kaskade, a leading electronic music producer, is set to relaunch his Sun Soaked festival at Huntington State Beach in California. The festival, taking place on September 6, has...
Los Angeles Events Weekend Highlights
News Summary Los Angeles gears up for an action-packed weekend with events spanning celestial observations, live music, cultural festivals, and exciting markets. Highlights include the LAAS Star Party at Mount...
Free Pacific Symphony Concert in Newport Beach
News Summary Newport Beach will host a free concert by the Pacific Symphony as part of its Symphony in the Cities program. Scheduled for August 17 at the Civic Center...
Melissa Etheridge to Perform at Pacific Amphitheatre
News Summary Iconic rock singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge is set to perform at the Pacific Amphitheatre in Costa Mesa, promising a night filled with emotional storytelling and music. Known for her...
Southern California’s Summer Festivities: Concerts, Art Festivals, and Surf Competitions
News Summary Southern California is buzzing with a variety of exciting events from August 1 to 3, including concerts, art festivals, and surf competitions. The region will host the Sawdust...
The Psychedelic Furs Dazzle Orange County with Nostalgic Performance
News Summary The Psychedelic Furs captivated Orange County audiences with a nostalgic performance at the OC Fair, showcasing their iconic sound and classic hits. The concert featured a diverse crowd...
Festivals
Hearse-a-palooza to Showcase Unique Vehicles in Costa Mesa
News Summary Costa Mesa will host the Hearse-a-palooza event, allowing enthusiasts to appreciate unique hearses at Airport West business park. The event features contests, live music, food options, and a...
Oil Painter Transitions from Engineering to Art
News Summary Sangeetha Gopalakrishnan, a former electrical engineer, is set to showcase her artwork at the 20th Annual Art in the Park event in Newport Beach. After nearly two decades...
Huntington Beach Hosts 32nd Annual Civil War Days
News Summary Huntington Beach’s Central Park will feature the 32nd Annual Civil War Days, offering free admission and reenactments of pivotal Civil War moments. Organizers expect history enthusiasts from across...
Costa Mesa Hosts 135th Annual Orange County Fair
News Summary The Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa attracted over a million visitors this year, featuring entertainment, delicious food, and family-friendly activities. New rides, live music, and unique culinary...
Huntington Beach Hosts 32nd Annual Civil War Days Reenactment
News Summary The Huntington Beach Historical Society will host the 32nd annual Civil War Days reenactment at Central Park this weekend, offering a free, immersive experience of America’s Civil War....
Orange County Celebrates Holiday Weekend with Events
News Summary Orange County is gearing up for a vibrant holiday weekend filled with a variety of events from August 29 to 31, including live music, theater performances, and family-friendly...
Santa Ana Celebrates Chicano Heritage Festival
News Summary Santa Ana celebrated its fourth annual Chicano Heritage Festival, highlighting the rich cultural contributions of the Latino community. The festival featured live music, a classic car cruise, and...
Long Beach Celebrates the End of Summer with Events
News Summary Long Beach will host multiple events to celebrate the end of summer, including a concert featuring the popular band Tijuana Dogs at Marine Stadium. The festivities will also...
Tanaka Farms Launches Jurassic Fright Corn Maze in Costa Mesa
News Summary Tanaka Farms is set to open its new Jurassic Fright Corn Maze in Costa Mesa, combining a pumpkin patch with a dinosaur-themed corn maze. The attraction features nine...
Sports
Orange County High School Sports Showcase Strong Performances
News Summary Orange County high schools demonstrated remarkable athletic talent with outstanding performances across various sports. Girls tennis showcased dominating victories, girls golf featured impressive individual scores, and girls flag...
Los Angeles Welcomes ‘And Juliet’ Musical
News Summary The musical ‘And Juliet’ debuted at the Ahmanson Theatre in downtown Los Angeles, offering a fresh perspective on the classic Shakespeare tale. The production focuses on Juliet’s journey...
Orange County High School Sports Tournament Results
News Summary Orange County high school sports showcased remarkable tournament results across various disciplines, including girls volleyball and flag football. Cypress High School achieved significant victories in the Lakewood Volleyball...
Southern California’s Summer Festivities: Concerts, Art Festivals, and Surf Competitions
News Summary Southern California is buzzing with a variety of exciting events from August 1 to 3, including concerts, art festivals, and surf competitions. The region will host the Sawdust...
The 89th Flight of Newport Regatta Celebrates Community Spirit
News Summary The 89th Flight of Newport regatta welcomed 40 boats to Newport Bay, showcasing sailors of all ages and skill levels. Competitors included the youngest skipper at 12 years...
Huntington Beach Gears Up for the US Open of Surfing
News Summary Huntington Beach is set to host the US Open of Surfing, marking a significant event on the surfing calendar. Elite surfers will compete from around the world, with...
National Choreographers Initiative Showcases New Ballet Works
News Summary The National Choreographers Initiative will take place at the Irvine Barclay Theatre, featuring four choreographers and 16 dancers collaborating on new ballet works. Founded in 2004 by Molly...
Huntington Beach Hosts Annual Dog Surfing Competition
News Summary The 28th Annual Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge in Huntington Beach showcased talented dogs of various breeds competing in surfing, agility challenges, and flying disc performances. The...
Segerstrom Center for the Arts Announces 2025 Studio D Performance
News Summary The Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa has announced a free performance on May 21, 2025, showcasing the Studio D program for students of all abilities....
Holidays
Newport Beach’s 117th Annual Christmas Boat Parade Shines Bright
News Summary Newport Beach is celebrating its 117th annual Christmas Boat Parade with the theme “Magical Night of Lights.” Running for five nights, the parade features over 100 decorated vessels...
Tanaka Farms Launches Jurassic Fright Corn Maze in Costa Mesa
News Summary Tanaka Farms is set to open its new Jurassic Fright Corn Maze in Costa Mesa, combining a pumpkin patch with a dinosaur-themed corn maze. The attraction features nine...
Pacific Airshow Approved After Environmental Concerns
News Summary The California Coastal Commission has granted a five-year permit for the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach, contingent on 21 special conditions aimed at protecting the environment and ensuring...
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Invites Theme Ideas
News Summary Newport Beach will host its annual Christmas Boat Parade, featuring nearly 100 decorated yachts navigating a scenic 14-mile route. The community is invited to submit theme ideas for...
Newport Beach Celebrates Old Glory Boat Parade
News Summary The annual Old Glory Boat Parade in Newport Beach showcased 48 decorated vessels, emphasizing community spirit and patriotism for Independence Day. Participants displayed creativity with stunning red, white,...
Independence Day Celebrations Light Up Orange County
News Summary Orange County, California, came alive with vibrant Independence Day celebrations, featuring parades, fairs, and fireworks across various cities. Huntington Beach hosted the largest parade west of the Mississippi,...
Newport Beach Celebrates Independence Day Weekend
News Summary Newport Beach is preparing for an action-packed Independence Day weekend with a variety of festivities, including parades, community events, and fireworks displays. The celebrations kick off with the...
Orange Legalizes Safe and Sane Fireworks for Independence Day
News Summary The city of Orange will permit the sale and use of safe and sane fireworks for Independence Day celebrations. This policy shift is in response to budget shortfalls...
Orange County Celebrates Independence Day with Events and Accessibility Efforts
News Summary As Independence Day approaches, Orange County is preparing for a variety of celebrations including fireworks displays and community events. With a focus on inclusivity, local organizations are contributing...
Theater
Orange County Celebrates Holiday Weekend with Events
News Summary Orange County is gearing up for a vibrant holiday weekend filled with a variety of events from August 29 to 31, including live music, theater performances, and family-friendly...
Newport Beach Back-to-School Expo Empowers Families
News Summary The Newport-Mesa Unified School District organized a successful back-to-school expo, attracting around 2,000 attendees. Families received essential resources such as haircuts, shoes, hygiene kits, and school supplies in...
A Beautiful Noise: A Musical Tribute to Neil Diamond
News Summary The jukebox bio-musical ‘A Beautiful Noise’ at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts showcases the life and music of Neil Diamond. This production, running through August 2025, features...
Nick Fradiani Stars as Neil Diamond in A Beautiful Noise
News Summary Nick Fradiani, the winner of ‘American Idol,’ is now portraying Neil Diamond in the musical ‘A Beautiful Noise,’ which is touring after a successful Broadway run. Neil Diamond...
Broadway Divas Returns to Costa Mesa’s Segerstrom Center
News Summary Miss Clair Voyance’s drag show, Broadway Divas, is set to return to the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. Featuring an all-star cast performing classic Broadway...
American Ballet Theatre’s Enchanting Nutcracker in Costa Mesa
News Summary The American Ballet Theatre’s performance of ‘The Nutcracker’ at Segerstrom Center for the Arts celebrates its 10th season. Featuring over 100 performers, local talents, and a live orchestra,...
Huntington Beach to Host Rock of Ages Musical
News Summary The Axis Theater is set to bring the beloved jukebox musical ‘Rock of Ages’ to Huntington Beach for a limited performance run. From July 11 to 13, audiences...
Lea Salonga Concert Comes to Costa Mesa
News Summary Renowned musical theatre performer Lea Salonga is set to perform at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa, California. This special concert, part of her ‘Stage,...
Broadway Star Tony Yazbeck to Perform at Segerstrom Center
News Summary Broadway star Tony Yazbeck is set to captivate audiences with a one-man show at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Scheduled for December, the performances will showcase classic...