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Ice Skating at Irvine Spectrum Center

Nov 1, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027  ·  Evening sessions, see website
Irvine Spectrum Center Ice Rink, Irvine

Outdoor holiday ice rink at Irvine Spectrum Center, listed as opening November 1 with evening skate sessions. Check the Spectrum website for current prices, hours and...

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Segerstrom Shelby Event Center: Shelby Mustang & Cobra Museum

Oct 27 to 30 and Fri, Nov 6 and Sat, Nov 7 and Tue, Nov 10 and Thu, Nov 12 and Fri, Nov 13 and Sat, Nov 14 and Tue, Nov 17 and Sat, Nov 21 and Tue, Nov 24 and Wed, Nov 25 and Sat, Nov 28  ·  10 AM to 4 PM
Segerstrom Shelby Event Center, Irvine

An automotive museum with more than 75 classic Shelby Mustangs and Cobras across two floors, with detailed placards, retro neon signs and vintage gas pumps. Open Tuesd...

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OC Wine Fest

Nov 7 to 8  ·  12:00 PM
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa

A wine tasting festival at OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa. Details and tickets through Ocfair.com.

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Old World Oktoberfest

Oct 27 to Nov 8  ·  Select dates and times
Old World Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach

German food, imported beers, bands from Germany, games and competitions at Old World German Village, through November 8.

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Orange County Wine Fest

Nov 7 to 8  ·  Sat 12 to 3 PM or 5 to 8 PM, Sun 12 to 3 PM
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa

Three hours of unlimited wine tastings from a wide range of styles and regions.

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Repticon

Nov 7 to 8
Huntington Beach Building, Costa Mesa

A reptile and exotic pet show and sale.

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Nov7Sat

2026 Walk to End Alzheimer's

Sat, Nov 7  ·  11 AM
Bolsa Chica State Beach, Huntington Beach

Fundraising walk for the Alzheimer's Association, the world's largest event to fight the disease.

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Nov7Sat

Beer City Half Orange County

Sat, Nov 7
Centennial Park, Santa Ana

A craft beer and running festival at Centennial Park in Santa Ana. Details and tickets through Raceraves.com.

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Nov7Sat

Big Jay Oakerson

Sat, Nov 7  ·  7:00 PM
Brea Improv, Brea

A Comedy arts and theatre event at Brea Improv. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.

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Nov7Sat

Bob Baker Marionettes

Sat, Nov 7  ·  3:00 PM
Soka Performing Arts Center, Aliso Viejo

A puppet theatre at Soka Performing Arts Center in Aliso Viejo. Details and tickets through Facebook.com.

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Nov7Sat

Brand New

Sat, Nov 7  ·  8:00 PM
Honda Center, Anaheim

A Rock music event at Honda Center. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.

Nov7Sat

Cosmic Gate

Sat, Nov 7  ·  10:00 PM
Time Nightclub, Costa Mesa

A Dance/Electronic music event at Time Nightclub. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.

Nov7Sat

Dave Hause & The Mermaid

Sat, Nov 7  ·  7:00 PM
Constellation Room, Santa Ana

A Rock music event at Constellation Room. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.

Nov7Sat

Dial Up Fest: Nelly & Sugar Ray

Sat, Nov 7  ·  3:30 AM
Great Park Sports Complex, Irvine

A nostalgic music festival at Great Park Sports Complex in Irvine. Details and tickets through Eventticketscenter.com.

Nov7Sat

El Brewjo Burgers

Sat, Nov 7  ·  1:00 PM
Stereo Brewing, Placentia

A food and beer pairing at Stereo Brewing in Placentia. Details and tickets through Hi-fidelity-beer.squarespace.com.

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Hit the Lights

Sat, Nov 7  ·  7:00 PM
The Parish at House of Blues Anaheim, Anaheim

A Rock music event at The Parish at House of Blues Anaheim. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.

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Holiday Brunch & Fashion Show

Sat, Nov 7  ·  10:00 AM
Coyote Hills Golf Course, Fullerton

A charity fashion show at Coyote Hills Golf Course in Fullerton. Details and tickets through Facebook.com.

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Holiday Faire

Sat, Nov 7  ·  10:00 AM
Irvine Fine Arts Center, Irvine

A seasonal festival at Irvine Fine Arts Center in Irvine. Details and tickets through Facebook.com.

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Irvine Holiday Faire

Nov 7
Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex, Irvine

The City of Irvine's holiday arts and gift fair at the Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex.

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Irvine Holiday Faire 2026

Sat, Nov 7  ·  10 AM to 4 PM
Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex, Irvine

The 44th annual Holiday Faire from Arts in Irvine turns the Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex into a festive art and gift marketplace.

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Primrose Market

Ongoing
MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana

A recurring market held at MainPlace Mall.

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First Thursdays Art Walk

First Thursday of every month
Laguna Beach

On the first Thursday of each month, Laguna Beach galleries stay open late for a free, self-guided art walk.

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Mini Melodies at MainPlace

Every first Wednesday
MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana

A free monthly music session for young children, held the first Wednesday of each month.

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Oktoberfest at Old World Village

Select days through Nov 8  ·  Times vary
Old World Village, Huntington Beach

German food and beer, oom-pah bands and dancing. Family-friendly by day, 21+ on weekend nights.

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Balboa Fun Zone

Year-round
Newport Beach

A waterfront classic with a Ferris wheel, arcade, harbor cruises and dining.

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Dana Point Harbor

Year-round
Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point

Waterfront dining, shopping, whale watching, harbor cruises and ocean views.

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Fashion Island

Year-round
Newport Beach

Open-air shopping and dining with ocean breezes and events through the year.

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San Clemente Pier

Year-round
San Clemente Pier, San Clemente

Oceanfront dining, beach walks, fishing and Southern California sunsets.

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Surf City Nights

Every Tuesday, 5 to 8 PM
Huntington Beach

Main Street closes for a weekly street fair with vendors, live music and food.

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