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 Spectacular Eventz presents: Ensenada 'Komedy Slamm' Cruise
Signing up Now - Cruise is Thursday, April 18-21, 2019
Cruise ship departs from Long Beach, CA on Thursday, April 18, 2019 and returns on Sunday, April 21, 2019 at 7:00 a.m. Limited cabins available. Don't miss the boat! Featuring Comedian & host - Lamont Bonman (TBN Comedy Specials), Illusionist Justin Rivera (America's Got Talent), Comedian Nick Arnette (Laugh USA) and much more!
The luxurious 2,976-passenger ship, "Carnival Imagination," offers live shows, "waterworks" park, dancing, karaoke, miniature golf, serenity retreat area, live music and various shows, and food-food-food...not to mention 24/7 FREE room service with more food. A long list of excursions in Ensenada: La Bufadora blow hole, jeep adventure or scenic bus tour, shopping & much more (additional fee).
Rates starting at $249!
Organized by Spectacular Eventz, a leading organization in Southern California that organize dances, cruises and other fun events. It's necessary to book through us to attend the private shows.
INFORMATION
CALL 714-622-4977 TODAY TO BOOK YOUR CABIN WITH $25 DEPOSIT. Ask us about cruise insurance and rates on single, triples & quad cabins. |
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 GEMfest - Newport Coast
Saturday, March 2, 2019
9 am - 2 pm
For Middle school girls in grades 6 through 8! Become part of the Girls Empowerment Movement to make changes in your life, your school, your community and the world. Come to learn the skills you need to be confident, speak up, feel great and make your dreams into realities. Free snacks, a delicious lunch and a gift bag full of awesome swag...
GEMfest is more than a conference -- it is a festive celebration where middle school girls can get information and inspiration to take on middle school, high school and the world! GEMfest attendees will hear two inspiring keynote speeches, learn from an informative panel and select from one of eight hands-on workshops teaching skills for success such as public speaking, finding your drive, coding and telling your story. Girls will also have an opportunity to take a celebratory photo with our GEMfest X The Confetti Project pop-up.
LOCATION:
Sage Hill School
20402 Newport Coast Drive
Newport Coast, CA |
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 Parenting OC's Annual Summer Opportunities Jamboree - Santa Ana
March 2, 2019
10 am - 3 pm
Parenting OC returns to Discovery Cube for its annual Kids’ Summer Opportunities Jamboree event. This year, Jamboree will have special guests, along with games and many new exhibitors featuring family travel destination spots, summer camps, and school information.
The Aquarium of the Pacific will be in attendance with the acclaimed Aquarium on Wheels, and back by popular demand is the Bubble-Dash Games. Come on down for this fun-filled, free family event.
LOCATION:
Discovery Cube Science Center
2500 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA, 92705 |
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Symphony: Lantern Festival - Costa Mesa
March 2, 2019
11 am - 5 pm
Bring the entire family for Pacific Symphony’s annual Lantern Festival, celebrating the Year of the Pig! The Lantern Festival, which can be traced back 2,000 years, takes place 15 days after the Lunar New Year—on the first full moon night in the lunar calendar—and marks the return of spring, representing the reunion of family.
Admission is FREE, but tickets are required. Due to venue capacity, admission will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the course of the event. At the festival, you’ll have the opportunity to decorate your very own lantern, take in live music, try your hand at solving a riddle, take a Chinese folk dance lesson and more!
LOCATION:
Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
615 Town Center Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
INFORMATION:
714-556-2787 |
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 Festival
of Whales - Dana Point
March 2 & 3 and 9 & 10, 2019
The
annual Dana Point Festival of Whales celebrates
the return of the once-endangered California Gray
Whale with a leviathan-size event. In addition
to whale watching at the height of whale watching
season, festival includes a kick-off parade, Sand
Sculpting, Ocean Awareness Day, musical entertainment,
on-the-water Concert, Whale of a Block Party,
Art Shows, Pancake Breakfast, BBQs, Kids Interpretive
Crafts, Classic Car Exhibits, Lectures/Seminars
at multiple venues including the Ocean Institute,
Historic Walking Tours, Paddling Events, Sailing/Rowing/Kayak/SUP
Demos, plus much more!
LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor
Festival
Info:
949-472-7888 or 1-888-440-4309
Dana
Wharf Whale Watching Cruises!
Dana
Wharf Whale Watching is offering special cruises
during this event! Buy tickets online at www.danawharf.com or call (949) 496-5794 for more information! |
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 German Style Carnival FASCHING - Huntington
Beach
March 3, 2019
3-6 pm
Free Admission - Hosted by German Campus School
Families with children ages 4 -17 are welcome to join an afternoon filled with activities, dances and games lead by teachers of GermanSchoolCampus.com. A family fun event with traditional Fasching’s delicatessens like the famous “Berliner”, Krapfen, and Currywurst.
LOCATION:
Old World Village
7561 Center Ave.
Huntington Beach |
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 Trivia Night @ Old World German Restaurant - Huntington
Beach
March 4, 2019
7-9 pm
FREE Trivia Contest (win prizes along the way) Trivia Beer Pretzels and Laughter with the Village Idiot Held the 1st Monday of the month!!
If you love trivia, beer, pretzels and laughter come out to Old World German Bar for a relaxing fun filled night on our spectacular Jaegar Room and Patio! Come solo, or bring a group of friends. No matter what, you’re guaranteed a fun-filled evening in a relaxing environment. Dog friendly patio! Drink and food specials galore!
LOCATION:
Old World Village
7561 Center Ave.
Huntington Beach |
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 South County Pet Expo - Lake Forest
March 9, 2019
10 am - 2 pm
This exciting and informative event, presented by Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett, Orange County Board of Supervisors, OC The Pet Adoption Center OC, and Saddleback Church. This family and pet friendly event will also feature rescue groups with many loving animals available for adoption, fun and exciting canine demonstrations, local vendors providing all manner of pet products and services, food trucks and giveaways.
Free admission, parking and shuttle service.
LOCATION:
The Commons green belt area at the Lake Forest Sports Park
28000 Rancho Pkwy
Lake Forest, CA |
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 El
Presidente Ball - San Juan Capistrano
Saturday March 16, 2019
6 pm - 10 pm
Journey back to the late 1800s of early California
and let the Fiesta Association show you how "the
West was fun" at this western style dinner dance.
Enjoy some great food and old-fashioned fun while dancing under the stars (weather permitting) to live country-western style music.
LOCATION:
El Adobe de Capistrano
31891 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION:
949-493-1976 |
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 Dachshund
Races - Huntington
Beach
Sunday, March 17, 2019
3 pm (doors open at 2 pm)
Great Family Fun! Come
see these short legged but swift 'wiener dogs'
race to the finish line once a month at Old World
Village. Arrive early and stay for lunch on their dog
friendly patio.
$5 admission fee for adults, $3 for kids. Admission Tickets sold at #38. Under 21 you must be accompanied by your parents.
LOCATION:
Old World Village
7561 Center Ave.
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 Saint
Joseph's Day at the Mission
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Live mariachi music, community presentations, Special Guest
"Swallows Speakers", Mission Basilica School performances,
ringing of the historic bells and History of St.
Joseph's Day and Swallows Legend
Free for Mission Members. General Admission $12
Location:
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Ortega Hwy
INFORMATION:
949-234-1300 |
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 Aliso Viejo Christian School Prospective Parent Informational Tour/Luncheon
Thursday, March 20, 2019
11:30 a.m. - 1:00p.m.
Aliso Viejo Christian School, a highly rated Orange County private school, that serves children in grades junior kindergarten to eighth grade, invites prospective families its 2018-19 annual Open House Admission events. Come and see our facility, meet our staff, check out our curriculum and amazing programs offered. We would love to share our school with you and answer any questions. We believe in Christian education with a focus on strong academics and enrichment programs to teach the whole child.
11:30 a.m.
Lunch and Learn Admissions Presentation (light lunch & refreshments to be served)
12:00 p.m.
Campus Tour
LOCATIONS
& TIMES:
AVCS Campus - the Cove
1 Orion
Aliso Viejo, Ca 92656
INFORMATION/OPTIONAL RSVP:
Please confirm your space by calling 949-3890300, or e-mail Kim Winters at kwinters@avchristianschool.org with the number of people in attendance. |
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 Swallows
Day Fiesta Grande - San Juan Capistrano
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
6 pm - 9 pm
This
night of Old West entertainment consists of four
contests are rolled into one! Best Dressed Old
West Man, Best Dressed Old West Woman, Best Belt
Buckle, and the Hairiest Man (best moustache and/or
beard). So don your finest Old West outfit, belt
buckle or facial hair! and enter one or more of
the contests. There is a $5 entry fee (pay when you arrive) per category for each
contestant entered.
For
the more timid, spectators are always welcome
at the hilarious Fiesta Grandé.
LOCATION:
Swallow's Inn
31786 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION
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 Swallows
Day Parade & Mercado - San Juan Capistrano
Saturday, March 23, 2019
The
Parade takes place in down-town San Juan Capistrano.
This is the nation's largest non-motorized parade.
It is totally organized and presented by the San
Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association. Arrive early;
most street closures are by 10.00 a.m. The parade
begins promptly at 11 am.
The
Mercado is a Street Fair and Market Place where
you can eat, drink, and shop at over 100 booths.
It is THE place to be after the parade! Listen
and dance to the music of The Working Cowboy Band,
a traditional country music band.
LOCATION:
Dowtown San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION
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 Bockbierfest - Anaheim
Saturday, March (2019 date TBA)
Doors open 6:00 PM
The Phoenix Club's traditional German style celebration of the “new” beer with German imported Bock fresh from the tap and lots of local craft brewers offering their best brews. Event includes live music by the Express Band, folk dancing by Die Gemütlichen Schuhplattler and classic German food.
$10 Cover
LOCATION:
The Phoenix Club
1340 S. Sanderson Avenue
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 Arbor Day Celebration - Fullerton
2019 date TBA
If you and your green thumb are free, the City of Fullerton and Fullerton Beautiful Inc. would like to make a date with you. In observance of the national “Arbor Day” program, the City and Fullerton Beautiful, a nonprofit organization dedicated to beautifying the community, are sponsoring a tree-planting program at Hillcrest Park. Volunteers are asked to bring shovels and buckets, as well as gloves and sturdy shoes.
LOCATION:
Hillcrest Park (1200 N. Harbor) upper picnic area
Fullerton
INFORMATION:
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Events
Sunday, April 21, 2019
Egg
hunts, Easter Brunch, Easter Services and more!
Events
detailed by city
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Trivia Night @ Old World German Restaurant - Huntington
Beach
April 1, 2019
7-9 pm
FREE Trivia Contest (win prizes along the way) Trivia Beer Pretzels and Laughter with the Village Idiot Held the 1st Monday of the month!!
If you love trivia, beer, pretzels and laughter come out to Old World German Bar for a relaxing fun filled night on our spectacular Jaegar Room and Patio! Come solo, or bring a group of friends. No matter what, you’re guaranteed a fun-filled evening in a relaxing environment. Dog friendly patio! Drink and food specials galore!
LOCATION:
Old World Village
7561 Center Ave.
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 Caspers Adventure Day - San Juan Capistrano
April 6, 2019
10 am - 3 pm
Spend a fun-filled day with family and friends under the sycamore trees while learning about Caspers Wilderness Park’s natural and cultural history at Adventure Day! Come enjoy a full schedule of guided hikes, skill games, storytelling, wildlife exhibits, workshops, puppet shows and live music. Families and friends of all ages can partake in numerous activities while learning about Caspers Wilderness Park’s natural and cultural history
LOCATION:
Caspers Wilderness Park
33401 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA
INFORMATION:
(949) 923-2210 |
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 Walk
MS - Irvine
Saturday, April 6, 2019
Fun, festival-like event including food, drink,
entertainment and a 2 mile walk at UCI. The
National MS Society's mission is to end the devastating
effects of multiple sclerosis. They are currently
accepting registrations via, email, mail or over
the telephone for this walk.
LOCATION:
Orange County Great Park
6990 Marine Way
Irvine, CA 92618
INFORMATION:
(800) 486-6762 |
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 Literary Orange - Newport Beach
April 6, 2019
A celebration of authors, readers and libraries!
Orange County’s premier literary event featuring headlining authors and thought provoking keynote addresses. The day offers attendees and fans the opportunity to listen and engage with an exciting array of authors, have books signed, ask questions, and learn about the writing process. Included are morning refreshments, a delicious lunch, and a yummy dessert.
LOCATION:
Newport Beach Marriott
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 Sabroso Craft Beer, Taco & Music Festival - Dana Point
April 6-7, 2019
1-9 pm
A weekend filled with craft beer, tasty gourmet tacos, Lucha Libre style wrestling and live music!
This Sabroso festival will feature up to four hours of unlimited craft beer tastings (for those 21+) featuring over 150 craft beers, including some of the best local favorites.
Craft tacos from local restaurants and trucks will be available for purchase all day. Cast your vote for best taco! Top Lucha Libre style wrestling stars from across the globe will take to the ring battling for the title of Sabroso Champion! This event is all ages, children 7 and under free with adult admission
LOCATION:
Doheny State Beach
25300 Harbor Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629 |
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 Green
Scene Plant and Garden Show - Fullerton
April 6-7, 2019
10:00 am - 4:00pm
Green
Scene is the perfect place for any gardener looking
for new ideas to improve their gardens or outdoor
habitats. This is the only major outdoor sales
event in Orange County focused exclusively on
the home gardener, garden accessories, environmental
education programs and products.
LOCATION:
Fullerton
Arboretum
1900 Associated Road
Fullerton
INFORMATION:
(714) 278.3407 |
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 Bolsa Chica's Earth Day Festival - Huntington
Beach
Saturday, April 13, 2019
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Join the Bolsa Chica Conservancy for some free family fun, as we celebrate our annual Earth Day Festival! The festival will include educational activity booths, tours, food, a bounce house and more! Don' t miss out on the eco-friendly fun!
Sponsored
by the Bolsa Chica Conservancy and the Amigos
de Bolsa Chica.
LOCATION:
Bolsa
Chica Conservancy Interpretive Center
3842 Warner Avenue
Huntington Beach
Public Parking Across the Street from the Interpretive
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 Earth Day Events and Activities
April, May
Volunteer opportunities, hikes, festivals and more!
Earth Day 2019 is Monday, April 22 (and National Arbor Day is April 26, 2019!), but there are many celebrations and events throughout the month of April
LOCATION:
Various locations and dates. Click above for listings
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 Newport
Beach Film Festival - Newport Beach
April 25 – May 2, 2019
Set
in beautiful Newport Beach, a few blocks away
from spectacular coastline and less than an hour
from Hollywood, the Festival annually host several
premieres and galas for a singular festival experience. This year's festival will be screening over 300 features and short films and welcoming over 500 filmmakers and 50,000 film fans to Orange County.
LOCATION:
Various theaters in Newport Beach, Costa Mesa & Santa Ana
CONTACT:
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 SCC
&Helicopter Golf Ball Drop - Tustin
Friday, April 26, 2019
Join faculty, staff, alumni and friends of Santiago Canyon College for a day of golf and camaraderie on a world-class course. Sponsored by the SCC Foundation, the 19th Annual SCC "Changing Students' Lives" Golf Tournament will raise money for the former foster youth (Guardian Scholars) program at Santiago Canyon College.
LOCATION:
Tustin Ranch Golf Club
INFORMATION/REGISTRATION:
(714) 628-4790 |
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 Pet
Expo - Costa Mesa
April 26-28, 2019
A
giant animal entertainment and education festival.
It’s the largest pet and pet product expo in the
world. Over 1,000 animals will entertain you in
stage shows, competitions and demonstrations including
dogs, cats, birds, fish, reptiles, rodents, goats,
pigs, llamas, rabbits, miniature horses and more.
There will also be pet adoptions, pet products
for sale, petting zoo, how-to workshops and advice
from animal experts. It is presented by a nonprofit
organization to promote responsible pet care.
Please do not bring your pets.
LOCATION:
OC Fair & Event Center
88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa
INFORMATION:
800-999-7295 |
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 ACES Hot Rod Resurrection Car Show - Huntington
Beach
April 27, 2019
10 am - 3 pm
ACES Car Club is once again hosting their annual Aces Hot Rod Resurrection. This event is open to pre ‘65 traditional hot rods, customs & vintage/classic bikes only, and being held at Old World, Huntington Beach, CA. Old World offers a very unique traditional German village backdrop for our unique collection of traditional hot rods and customs, combined with food, drink and live music.
$20 per ride
Spectator’s admission and parking is FREE
LOCATION:
Old World Village
7561 Center Ave.
Huntington Beach
INFORMATION:
For additional information and to RSVP, visit www.acescarclub.com or call 949.547.7269 |
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 Doheny
Wood - Dana Point
April 27, 2019
Show is free to woodie owners and spectators.
The state beach does have a park entry fee. Over
150 classic wooden cars, surf wagons will be on
display.
LOCATION:
Doheny
State Beach [south end of park]
INFORMATION:
714 968-9798 |
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Dachshund
Races - Huntington
Beach
Sunday, April 28, 2019
3 pm (doors open at 2 pm)
Great Family Fun! Come
see these short legged but swift 'wiener dogs'
race to the finish line once a month at Old World
Village. Arrive early and stay for lunch on their dog
friendly patio.
$5 admission fee for adults, $3 for kids. Admission Tickets sold at #38. Under 21 you must be accompanied by your parents.
LOCATION:
Old World Village
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Taste
of Huntington Beach - Huntington Beach
April 28, 2019
Noon to 4pm
A
unique sampling of favorite local restaurants
in Huntington Beach, paired with the finest wines
in California, all in the name of charity! Proceeds
benefit the children's wing of the Huntington
Beach Library
LOCATION:
Sports Complex at Talbert and Goldenwest
18100 Goldenwest
Huntington Beach
INFORMATION:
714-375-5023 |
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 Annual
Street Painting - Arts Alive Festival - Mission Viejo
April (no 2019 festival, check back in 2020)
Artist from all over transform and capture amazing
beauty of art using pastel chalk as the medium
to blend onto asphalt as their canvases. With
each artist's techniques and their enthusiasm
for the love of art you can truly experience the
metamorphosis around you.
LOCATION:
Norman P. Murray Community Center
24932 Veterans Way at La Paz Rd
Mission Viejo.
INFORMATION:
949-470-8440 |
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 Sandcastles on Main - Huntington Beach
Saturday, April (2019 date TBA)
Huntington Beach Downtown closes the middle block of Main Street and invites teams to compete in different sandcastle building categories. See who ends up crafting the best sand fortresses!
LOCATION:
Main St & Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach
INFORMATION:
(714) 536-8300 |
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 Spring
Citrus Fair - La Habra
May 3-5, 2019
The
La Habra Chamber of Commerce will produce its
Annual Spring Citrus Fair — full of period charm
— showcasing the history of the La Habra Valley.
Event
will include entertainment, carnival rides, local
food, exhibits & character mascots. Free Admission
LOCATION:
La Habra Boulevard between Euclid and Cypress
Streets
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 Soka
University's Annual International Festival - Aliso Viejo
Saturday, May 4, 2019
10:30 am - 5 pm
Enjoy over 700 musicians and dancers performing
on three stages and over 250 non-profit, craft
and business exhibitors! There will be lots of international food, exhibitors, games and activities, art exhibitions, ceramic sales, a children's play area with Bounce House, student projects --- and much more!
Admission
is FREE for everyone! Parking is $10 cash on campus
LOCATION:
Soka University
1 University Drive
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
INFORMATION:
949-480-4081 |
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 Annual Cinco
de Mayo Fiesta
San Clemente
May 4, 2019
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
2019 will mark the 29th year of celebrating Mexican culture in our Spanish Village by the Sea. The
Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration showcases live
entertainment featuring traditional Mariachi’s and Ballet Folklorico to Cumbias, Tex Mex, and Salsa dancers. Community groups will be serving up authentic Mexican food fare and other activities will include a juried Art Contest, Carnival Game booths and a vendor area.
LOCATION:
Max Berg Plaza Park
1100 Calle Puente
San Clemente, CA
INFORMATION:
949-361-8264 |
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 Rancho
Days Fiesta
Saturday, May 4, 2019
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Celebrating
the history of Saddleback Valley and explore the
rich history of Orange County's Ranchos and Native
American tribes!
Visitors will experience the
past through music, dance, crafts, food and and first-person presentations. Admission is $5 per person ages 3 and over. Under 3 free
LOCATION:
Heritage Hill Historical Park
25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest
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Trivia Night @ Old World German Restaurant - Huntington
Beach
May 6, 2019
7-9 pm
FREE Trivia Contest (win prizes along the way) Trivia Beer Pretzels and Laughter with the Village Idiot Held the 1st Monday of the month!!
If you love trivia, beer, pretzels and laughter come out to Old World German Bar for a relaxing fun filled night on our spectacular Jaegar Room and Patio! Come solo, or bring a group of friends. No matter what, you’re guaranteed a fun-filled evening in a relaxing environment. Dog friendly patio! Drink and food specials galore!
LOCATION:
Old World Village
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 Like Totally Music Festival - Huntington Beach
Saturday, May 11, 2019
11 am - 9 pm
Bringing music, style and memories to the beach! Event features national 1980’s bands. Tons of vendors for shopping. Lots of yummy food trucks and a full bar. Celebrity impersonators, an 80s themed costume contest and so much more!
2 stages & 16 bands on the sand at Huntington State Beach. First round of performers include ABC featuring Martin Fry, Look of Love, Poison Arrow, B-Movie, Nowhere Girl, Animotion, Obsession, Annabella "The Original" Bow Wow Wow, I Want Candy, The All Star Jam featuring: The Reflexx
LOCATION:
Huntington State Beach, On the sand at PCH and Magnolia St
21601 Pacific Coast Hwy
Huntington Beach, CA 92648 |
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 Discovery Cube’s Annual Rocket Launch - Huntington Beach
Saturday, May 11, 2019
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Located on campus at The Boeing Company in Huntington Beach, this event is full of hands-on activities for all ages and includes a competition where you’ll design, build and launch your own 2-liter bottle rocket with pressurized air and water. Rockets with the longest “hang time” will be awarded prizes!
Rocket Launch is a free community event available to science, rocket and engineer enthusiasts of all ages.
LOCATION:
The Boeing Company
5301 Bolsa Avenue
Huntington Beach, CA 92647 |
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 Rose
Garden Tour - Laguna Niguel & Portola Hills
Saturday, May 11, 2019
The Rose Society of Saddleback Mountain (RSSM) sponsors Elegant and Enchanting Garden Tours of four unique and innovative private gardens in south Orange County.
The self guided tour offers visitors magnificent floral and plant displays, garden architecture and ideas for environmentally sound garden practices. RSSM funds Horticulture and Plant Science-related scholarships for college and university students
INFORMATION:
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 Open Garden Day - Santa Ana
Saturday, May 11, 2019
10 am - 4 pm
Experience the inviting neighborhoods of West Floral Park and Jack Fisher Park in North Santa Ana. You are invited to stroll through our variety of gardens throughout the day. Tranquil spaces, unique planting ideas and inspiring yard designs are open for your viewing. This one day community event offers an array of activities: lovely gardens to tour, water-wise front yard sidewalk tour, garden expert talks & demonstrations, vintage cars to peruse, a street full of vendors selling unique garden treasures, and gourmet food trucks with plenty of tasty treats. This year marks our 10th Annual Open Garden Day and it is sure to be the best one yet.
$15 Presale Tickets/Person (Day of event ticket prices are $20)
Presale tickets can be purchased online
LOCATION:
Neighborhoods of West Floral Park and Jack Fisher Park in North Santa Ana
INFORMATION:
714-836-9777 |
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 Anaheim Children's Festival - Anaheim
Saturday May 18, 2019
11 am - 4 pm
Fun for the whole family with free arts and crafts, dance lessons and performing arts classes. Over 50 organizations, city departments and more bring art projects to the Park atmosphere and invite the kids to “try art”.
Children’s Festival invites entertainers from throughout Orange County to perform on one of two stages and share the joy of dance, song and more. Cultural dance is shared, kaoroke will be introduced this year, cheerleading and more. Food is available at a nominal cost.
LOCATION:
Pearson Park
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 Mariachi
Festival - San Juan Capistrano
Saturday, May 18, 2019
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
The
festival will include entertainment "Battle of
the Mariachis" and authentic Mexican food. Mariachi
performers will compete for cash prizes.
LOCATION:
Mission San Juan Capistrano
El Camino Real/Ortega Hwy
San Juan Capistrano
INFORMATION:
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 Tustin
LobsterFest - Tustin
Saturday, May 18, 2019
Gates open: 4:00pm
An afternoon of FUN for the family - enjoy entertainment,
games, music and prizes.
The
Tustin Lobsterfest is an annual fundraiser event
that provides financial support for the programs
and services sponsored by the Tustin / Santa Ana
Rotary Club. All
net proceeds from this event help pay for local
Rotary programs throughout Tustin and Santa Ana.
LOCATION:
Peppertree Park – Corner of First and C street
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 Annual
Muckenthaler Motorcar Festival - Fullerton
May 18-19, 2019
A One-of-a-kind Automotive Cultural Event. Featuring
car rally, motor movies & Concours d'Elegance
and Horseless Carriage Tour. Live
performances in the outdoor amphitheater by The
Pleasure Tones on Saturday and Janet Klein and
Her Parlor Boys on Sunday. Proceeds benefit youth
arts education and outreach programs.
LOCATION:
Held at Muckenthaler Cultural Center
1201 W. Malvern Ave.
INFORMATION:
714/738-6595 |
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 Doheny
Blues Festival - Dana Point
May 18-19, 2019
The Annual Blues Festival is the true kick-off
to summer with a weekend filled with music.
The International Food Court at Doheny Blues will have a variety of authentic vendors sampling everything from BBQ Ribs to Cajun Sausage to Vegetarian Pitas. Our Vendor Village is strewn throughout the entire lawn at Sea Terrace Park and consists of 50+ different “storefronts”. Peruse everything from hand-crafted art to hats and merchandise.
LOCATION:
Sea Terrace Park
Dana Point |
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 Dachshund
Races / Round-up Rescur - Huntington
Sunday, May 19, 2019
11 am - 5 pm
Great Family Fun! Come
see these short legged but swift 'wiener dogs'
race to the finish line once a month at Old World
Village.
Bring your doxies and your whole family for a really fun day! Some of our adoptable doxies will be there for “show and tell”. We will be selling tickets for our amazing raffle as well. Bring your appetite. Bratwurst, German food, and drinks will be available from the BBQ Kitchen in the event area.
$5 admission fee for adults, $3 for kids. Admission Tickets sold at #38. Under 21 you must be accompanied by your parents.
MORE 2019 RACE DATES:
June 23, July 14, August 25, November 17, December 8
LOCATION:
Old World Village
7561 Center Ave.
Huntington Beach |
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 Brewer Brothers Model Kit & Hobby Expo - Huntington Beach
May 19, 2019
9 am - 3 pm
For Model Kit & Hobby enthusiats, Old World Village will have some great Vendors lined up this year. The Line-Up includes: Multiple Model Kit Vendors (Cars, Ships, Planes, Helicopters, Tanks, and Armored Vehicles), 1/6 scale Figure and Armor Vendors, Toy Soldier Vendors, Miniature Gaming Vendors, Military Book and Decal Vendors, Documentary and Movie DVD Vendors, Die-cast Toy Vendors and so on. Not to be left out…we will also be having our traditional Model Make and Take for first-time Builders to educate and instruct our future Model builders of America.
Tickets are $6 at the door and children under 12 are FREE! Parking is FREE.
LOCATION:
Old World Huntington Beach
7561 Center Ave., #49
Huntington Beach, CA |
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 Santa Ana Zoo's Party for the Planet/Endangered Species Day - Santa Ana
May 19, 2019
11 am - 2 pm
Open to the public, Party for the Planet is a fun-filled day that celebrates wildlife while promoting conservation and educating Zoo guests about the different ways they can explore and help protect the environment. The event is FREE for FOSAZ Members and included in the price of general admission.
Throughout the event, Zoo guests can create conservation-friendly crafts and play fun games, as well as learn from hands-on demonstrations and education stations featuring animals, recycling, sustainable living and a variety of special guests including members of the Santa Ana City Water District, Fullerton Arboretum and other community organizations.
LOCATION:
Santa Ana Zoo
1801 E Chestnut Ave
Santa Ana, CA |
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 Strawberry
Festival - Garden Grove
May 24-27, 2019
The
festival is a parade and carnival celebrating
the city's strawberry-growing history. Free admission!
LOCATION:
Euclid St & Main St
Garden Grove, CA
INFORMATION:
714-638-0981 |
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 Cinco
de Mayo Celebration at Moreno's Restaurant - Orange
2019 information coming
Please join us at Moreno's Restaurant in Orange
to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!
Entertainment
includes Danzantes Del Sol, Aztec Sun Dancer,
Mariachis & Folklorico
LOCATION:
Moreno’s Restaurant
4328 E Chapman
Orange, Ca 92869
INFORMATION:
Make your reservation - 714 639-2181 |
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 Taste
of Anaheim
2019 information coming
Taste of Anaheim showcases all things Anaheim
including restaurants, beer and wine, local art,
music, and the business community. This year's
Taste of Anaheim is expected to feature fifty
of your favorite restaurants, three exciting bands,
and more than 5,000 patrons
LOCATION:
Anaheim Gardenwalk
321 W Katella Ave
Anaheim
INFORMATION:
(714) 758-0222 |
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 Silverado
Chili Cook-Off & Cinco de Mayo Festival -
Silverado
May (date TBA)
Cinco de Mayo Festival, Chili Cook-Off, LIVE MUSIC & Entertainment, Artists, Vendors, Family Activities, Petting Zoo, Beer & Wine Cantina, Food & Beverages
The Silverado Modjeska Recreation & Park District (SMRPD) announces the 12th Annual Silverado Chili Cook-Off & Cinco de Mayo Festival. Taste the competition chili and vote for your favorite family recipe! Browse the arts & craft expo with local vendors, while enjoying the Cinco de Mayo Mexican folk heritage entertainment lineup, and local Country, Blues artists.
Family activities such as crafts and games, bounce house, face painting and farm animal petting zoo! Everyone has the opportunity to sing-a-long and dance to great local musicians on stage…all for just the price of a $5 taster’s kit! Proceeds benefit SMRPD recreation programs including those for children.
LOCATION:
Silverado Community Center Fairgrounds
27641 Silverado Canyon Rd
Silverado, CA
INFORMATION:
714-649-2820 |
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