Spotlight on SoCal | Events & Things To Do in Southern California

Southern California

What's Going On In SoCal

Festivals, fall harvests, film, food and live music from Los Angeles to San Diego, with Orange County at the heart. Search everything, including events that have already happened!

Free to browse. No account needed. · Provided by Bruce Clark and Veronica Ruiz | Real Broker

Or jump straight to a city:

On set dates

538 events
Oct4Sun

Mehregan Festival

Sun, Oct 4  ·  11 AM to 3 PM
Bowers Museum courtyard, Santa Ana

A free family celebration of Mehregan, the Persian autumn harvest festival, with performances, crafts, face painting and snacks.

Halloween & FallFreeKid-friendlyEndedDetails →
Oct3Sat

Neverender Festival

Oct 3 to 4  ·  Gates open midday
Observatory Festival Grounds, Santa Ana

Two days of rock and indie sets featuring Coheed and Cambria, Circa Survive, PUP and more. Single-day and weekend tickets.

MusicEndedDetails →
Oct3Sat

Off-Road Expo

Oct 3 to 4
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa

Off-road vehicles, gear and exhibits at the OC Fair & Event Center.

Festivals & FairsEndedDetails →
Oct2Fri

Pacific Airshow

Oct 2 to 4  ·  Flying about 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Huntington City Beach, Huntington Beach

The 10th anniversary show brings jets and aerobatics over the Pacific, plus Aviation Alley and a Kids Zone. Watching from the sand is free; pier and lounge seating is...

Festivals & FairsFreeKid-friendlyEndedDetails →
Oct2Fri

St. Norbertfest

Oct 2 to 4  ·  Fri 6-11 PM; Sat 3-11 PM; Sun 1-10 PM
St. Norbert Catholic Church, Orange

Food booths, games, rides and live entertainment for families in the parish and surrounding community.

Festivals & FairsKid-friendlyEndedDetails →
Oct2Fri

Tustin Tiller Days

Oct 2 to 4  ·  Times vary
Columbus Tustin Park, Tustin

Old Town parade on Saturday morning, carnival rides and a food court run by local nonprofits.

Festivals & FairsKid-friendlyEndedDetails →
Oct3Sat

Fall Crafts Faire

Sat, Oct 3  ·  9 AM to 2 PM
Crown Valley Park, Laguna Niguel

Handmade home goods, holiday items and jewelry for sale, with live music and dancing in the amphitheater.

Markets & ShoppingEndedDetails →
Oct3Sat

Pumpkin Dive

Sat, Oct 3
Montanoso Recreation Center, Mission Viejo

A yearly pool party with floating pumpkins to pick and decorate, plus carnival games. Registration required.

Halloween & FallKid-friendlyEndedDetails →
Oct2Fri

Harvest Wine Dinner

Fri, Oct 2  ·  Evening
Surf & Sand Resort, Laguna Beach

A multi-course harvest-inspired dinner with wine pairings by the Pacific.

Food & DrinkEndedDetails →
Oct2Fri

Saddleback Big Band

Fri, Oct 2  ·  Evening
McKinney Theatre, Mission Viejo

A tribute to Duke Ellington and Count Basie with classic big-band favorites.

MusicEndedDetails →
Oct2Fri

Trick or Treat on Main Street

Fri, Oct 2
Heritage Museum of Orange County, Santa Ana

Trick-or-treat at 75+ vendors, tour the Kellogg mansion, catch live performances and hunt for hidden Mickeys.

Halloween & FallKid-friendlyEndedDetails →
Oct1Thu

Pumpkin Patch Preschool Party

Thu, Oct 1
Crown Valley Community Center, Laguna Niguel

A parent-and-child fall party with a craft, activities and a snack. Space is limited, so register ahead.

Halloween & FallKid-friendlyEndedDetails →
Oct1Thu

Taste of Laguna

Thu, Oct 1  ·  6:00 to 9:30 PM
Festival of Arts grounds, Laguna Beach

Restaurant samples, drinks and live music on the Festival of Arts grounds.

Food & DrinkEndedDetails →
Sep25Fri

Ohana Festival

Sep 25 to 27
Doheny State Beach, Dana Point

Three days of oceanfront performances featuring Eddie Vedder, Pearl Jam, Fontaines D.C. and more, plus food and drinks.

MusicEndedDetails →
Sep19Sat

Surf City 10

Sep 19 to 20
Huntington Beach

A 5K, 10K or 10-mile run or walk along the Pacific Ocean.

Sports & FitnessKid-friendlyEndedDetails →
Sep19Sat

Toast to the Casa

Sat, Sep 19
Casa Romantica, San Clemente

Support Casa Romantica with fine wine, cuisine, live music and ocean views.

Food & DrinkEndedDetails →
Sep12Sat

Fiestas Patrias

Sep 12 to 13
Santa Ana

A celebration of Hispanic heritage with live entertainment, food and family activities.

Festivals & FairsKid-friendlyEndedDetails →

Running all season

32 listings
SeasonMulti-week

Primrose Market

Ongoing
MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana

A recurring market held at MainPlace Mall.

Markets & ShoppingDetails →
SeasonMulti-week

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.

Arts & FilmFreeDetails →
SeasonMulti-week

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.

MusicFreeKid-friendlyDetails →
SeasonMulti-week

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.

Food & DrinkKid-friendlyDetails →

Running all season (32) →

New on Spotlight on SoCal

Sports pages

A page for each sport, including soccer, swimming, football, basketball and more, with pro, college and high school games in one list.

See all sports

See everything new →

Thinking about buying or selling in Southern California?

Reach out to Bruce and Veronica and let them help you make sense of the market, cities and neighborhoods.