2026 In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals
The 75th anniversary NHRA season finale; kids 12 and under are free and every ticket is a pit pass.
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Apple Picking at Riley's Farm
U-pick apples in Oak Glen, available through November.
Block Party - Fall Fest
A community festival at Crossroads Church, La Habra in Irvine. Details and tickets through Facebook.com.
Buzzcocks with Modern English
Live at The Observatory in Santa Ana. Time shown is from the venue schedule.
Cal Baptist Men's Basketball vs. University of Arkansas
Cal Baptist Men's Basketball hosts University of Arkansas at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center. Game-day note: Pine Bluff.
Cal Baptist Women's Basketball vs. University of the Pacific
Cal Baptist Women's Basketball hosts University of the Pacific at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center.
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball vs. Utah Valley
Cal Poly Women's Volleyball hosts Utah Valley at Mott Athletics Center.
Cal Poly Wrestling vs. Michigan State
Cal Poly Wrestling hosts Michigan State at Mott Athletics Center. Game-day note: Home Opener | Alumni Weekend.
Cal State Fullerton Men's Water Polo vs. Concordia University Irvine
Cal State Fullerton Men's Water Polo hosts Concordia University Irvine at Titan Aquatics Center.
Cal State Fullerton Women's Volleyball vs. California Baptist
Cal State Fullerton Women's Volleyball hosts California Baptist at Titan Gym.
Candlelight Downtown LA: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings
String quartet tribute to 90s hip-hop.
CIF-SS Cross Country Prelims
Section prelims. Divisions 1 and 5 on Friday, Divisions 2, 3 and 4 on Saturday.
Corona Lakeside Night Market
An evening market at Dos Lagos in Corona.
Fall Opening Party
21+ gathering celebrating the start of the fall exhibition season with art and cultural displays.
Frost on Fifth
Outdoor holiday ice skating in downtown Santa Monica, open from early November into mid-January.
HELLO AGAIN Exhibition
First of two exhibitions introducing newly integrated collections. Ongoing; closing date not listed.
High-D Boys
Interactive, request-driven live show.
Ice Skating at Irvine Spectrum Center
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...
Japanese Food Expo in LA 2026
Japanese dishes, drinks and workshops with representatives from Japan's prefectures.
Julius Caesar
Glendale College Theatre Arts production.
La Quinta Art Celebration
A contemporary art festival at La Quinta Art Celebration in La Quinta. Details and tickets through Facebook.com.
LMU Men's Tennis: LMU Invite
LMU Men's Tennis takes part in the LMU Invite at LMU TENNIS CENTER.
Long Beach State Women's Volleyball vs. UC Riverside
Long Beach State Women's Volleyball hosts UC Riverside at LBS Financial Credit Union Pyramid. Broadcast: ESPN+.
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20 Years Later: The Great Picture
A City of Irvine exhibit at Irvine City Hall marking 20 years since The Great Picture.
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American Red Cross Blood Drive at MainPlace
A monthly blood donation drive at MainPlace Mall, noon to 6 PM.
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First Thursdays Art Walk
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, a free monthly music program for young children and their families at MainPlace Mall
A free monthly music session for young children, held the first Wednesday of each month. Mini Melodies is a free monthly music hour for toddlers and young children hel...
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Primrose Market
A recurring market held at MainPlace Mall.
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Courageous Companions: Animals in American Wars
A Heroes Hall exhibition about animals who served in American wars. (End date assumed to be Sept 1, 2027; confirm on the OC Fair site.)
Year-round favorites
Good any week of the year∞ Any week
Balboa Fun Zone
A waterfront classic with a Ferris wheel, arcade, harbor cruises and dining.
∞ Any week
Crystal Cove State Park
Bluff-top trails, beaches, tide pools and coastline.
∞ Any week
Dana Point Harbor
Waterfront dining, shopping, whale watching, harbor cruises and ocean views.
∞ Any week
Downtown Tustin Saturday Market
Weekly certified farmers market with seasonal produce from regional growers.
∞ Any week
Farmers markets
Fresh produce, flowers and artisan goods at markets across Orange County.
∞ Any week
Fashion Island
Open-air shopping and dining with ocean breezes and events through the year.
∞ Any week
Gaslamp Artisan Market
Local eateries, boutique shopping and waterfront dining.
∞ Any week
Great Park Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with produce, food trucks, live music and rotating car shows.
∞ Any week
Liberty Public Market
Local eateries and shopping with waterfront dining.
∞ Any week
Los Angeles Zoo Daily Animal Talks
Daily talks: Flamingo Mingle 10:30 AM, Gorilla Talk 11:00 AM, Chimp Chat 12:30 PM.
∞ Any week
San Clemente Pier
Oceanfront dining, beach walks, fishing and Southern California sunsets.
∞ Any week
San Diego Farmers Markets
Fresh produce, flowers and goods at markets across San Diego County.
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