Jul4Sat
Lake Forest 4th of July Parade
The "Celebrate Country and Community" Fourth of July Parade, with nearly 14,000 people lining the streets.
Seasonal guides: Halloween & Fall Fun in Southern California
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Oct3Sat
Pumpkin Dive
A yearly pool party with floating pumpkins to pick and decorate, plus carnival games. Registration required.
Oct2Fri
Saddleback Big Band
A tribute to Duke Ellington and Count Basie with classic big-band favorites.
Jul10Fri
BBQ Music Fest
A three-day BBQ extravaganza with live entertainment, a food court, DJ and dance lessons, cantinas, tastings, carnival rides and magic shows.
Jul11Sat
America 250 Mission Viejo Parade
A hometown parade honoring 250 years of the American story.
Jul4Sat
Mission Viejo July 4th Street Faire & Fireworks
Live entertainment, rides, game booths, food and fireworks.
Jul4Sat
Laguna Hills Fourth of July Celebration
Carnival rides and games, live music, patriotic crafts and face painting.
Jul4Sat
Aliso Viejo's America's 250th Birthday Celebration
Live music, line dancing, face painting, photo booth, bounce houses, community booths and fireworks.
Jun21Sun
Aliso Viejo Summer Concert Series
Free outdoor concerts: Tijuana Dogs (June 7) and Wayward Sons (June 21). Bring blankets and chairs.
Oct11Sun
Rocky Dale Davis
A live event at Irvine Improv. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.
Oct10Sat
Amir K
A Comedy arts and theatre event at Irvine Improv. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.
Oct10Sat
Irvine Global Village Festival
Over 100 performances, an international food court, a global marketplace and kids' activities at the Great Park.
Oct9Fri
Amir K
A Comedy arts and theatre event at Irvine Improv. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.
Oct9Fri
Cactus Tate
A live event at Irvine Improv. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.
Oct8Thu
Alyce Chan
A live event at Irvine Improv. Tickets and details through Ticketmaster.
Oct8Thu
Free Grocery Food Box (Great Park)
A City of Irvine free grocery food box distribution at the Great Park, Parking Lot 2.
Aug29Sat
Olivia Rodrigo Presents Daisy Chain Fields
A music festival celebrating women in music, featuring Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan.
Aug8Sat
The Pacific Motor & Spirits Festival
Cars, food and a search for Orange County's top bartender.
Jul28Tue
Toyota National Championships
Elite swimmers compete at the national championship meet.
Jul18Sat
Irvine Summer Concerts at Woodbridge
Family-friendly Saturday concerts all summer. Bring picnic-style treats or buy from local food trucks.
Jul4Sat
July 4 Spectacular: America 250 and Air Supply
Patriotic favorites followed by a performance from soft-rock icons Air Supply and a fireworks finale.
Jul3Fri
Celebrating Independence Day at Pretend City
A day of activities, creativity and patriotic fun for little ones.
Oct10Sat
Haunted Skate Contest 2026
A best-trick skate contest on the park's features, plus a costume contest, games, giveaways and food.
Oct9Fri
Fall Flicks: "Nightmare Before Christmas"
An outdoor movie night; activities start at 6:30 PM and the film plays after sunset.
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Laguna Art-A-Fair
Original work from more than 100 artists, with live music, workshops and daily demos.
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Sawdust Art & Craft Festival
A long-running summer arts and crafts festival in Laguna Canyon with 180+ exhibiting artists, music and hands-on classes.
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Pageant of the Masters
Classic works of art recreated on stage with live performers. This year's theme is "The Greatest of All Time."
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Festival of Arts
One of the nation's oldest juried fine art shows, with live music and art demonstrations.
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Orange County Fair
Concerts, animals, rides, food and shopping. The 2026 theme is "Your Adventure Awaits!" Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.