Pageant of the Masters - Laguna Beach
Each night during the summer season at 8:30 the Festival of Arts presents its most famous attraction, the Pageant of the Masters. What is it?
Ninety minutes of "living pictures" - incredibly faithful art re-creations of classical and contemporary works with real people posing to look exactly like their counterparts in the original pieces. An outdoor amphitheater, professional orchestra, original score, live narration, intricate sets, sophisticated lighting, expert staff, and hundreds of dedicated volunteers have won recognition for the Pageant as the best presentation of its kind.
Laguna Canyon Road
For ticket information: 949-497-6582

The Orange County Fair - Costa Mesa
The 110th annual Orange County Fair is the premier family attraction in Southern California offering a wide variety of exhibits, foods, entertainment, rides and hands-on activities. There is something for everybody at the Fair including the summer headline concert series, working farm and petting zoos, thrill rides, contests, and games.
714-708-FAIR Ext. 3247

Harvest Crusade - Anaheim
In 1990, a small group of people set out to present the gospel of Jesus Christ to southern Californians in a non-traditional, non-church environment. Attracting thousands each year, this crusade and youth jamNow it has become an afts.
(714) 638-0981

Outdoor Summer Concert Series - Buena Park
During July the Buena Park Fine Arts Commission presents a variety of free, live music groups, at 7 p.m. each Wednesday at Boisseranc Park, 7520 Dale St. Refreshments are available, seating is limited. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets, warm clothes and a picnic meal. Information:
Phone: 714-562-3844

Annual Midsummer Night in the Garden - Fullerton
Held at Fullerton Arboretum
1900 Associated Road, on the CSUF campus
Tickets: 714/278-3579

Art-A-Fair - Laguna Beach
The Art-A-Fair Festival is a community of artists which gathers every summer in Laguna Beach for what has become Southern California's fastest growing art festival.

Philips Fusion US Open of Surfing - Huntington Beach
This surfing and extreme sports festival attracts world-class athletes from across the globe and features the US Open of Surfing, along with skateboarding, inline skating and BMX biking competitions. The event includes music and a huge expo.
For more information contact 310-473-0411

International Street Fair - Orange
International foods, crafts, folk dancing and music. Many different ethnic groups participate in the Street Fair every year. They provide food, drink, entertainment and crafts to the visitors, often presenting themselves in ethnic costume. The Street Fair has become known for the variety of food reflecting cuisine from around the world.
Friday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Fiesta Street Festival and Fiesta 5000 5K Run/Walk/Strideback - San Clemente
Besides the Run/Walk, this event features food and game booths, three stages with continuous live music throughout the day, contests for all ages, a Salsa Challenge, arts & crafts show, kiddie rides, exhibits, clowns, jugglers, face painters and much more!
949-492-1131

13th Annual Taste of Newport - Newport Beach
The Taste of Newport is a three-day festival drawing over 75,000 people with over 30 restaurants, 15 wineries, rich tasting brews, flavorful drinks and top notch live entertainment. The Taste is truly Newport Beach's social event of the year!
Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island in Newport Beach

Tall Ships Festival - Dana Point
At the Marine Institute: Sea Chantey Concert, maritime exhibits and demonstrations, Port Royal Privateers encampment, model boat building, wood carving, touch tank encounters, rope challenge course, crafts and food.
949-496-2274

Fran Joswick Annual County BBQ - San Juan Capistrano
Fundraiser for this non-profit organization that offers horseback riding as a means of therapy for people with mental and physical disabilities. Sponsored by Claim Jumper and Mighty Ducks Care.
949-240-8441

Civil War Re-enactment - Huntington Beach
In Huntington Beach Central Park. The annual two-day event includes cannon blasts, fiddlers, banjos, flutes, drums, festive costumes, troop encampments and booths where hoop skirts and military period costumes were sold.
714-536-8888

Vintage at the Mission - San Juan Capistrano
An annual celebration produced by the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce to commemorate the return of its famous, small swallows to their winter home in Goya, Argentina. Includes dancing, entertainment, dining and wine tasting.
For information, please call: 949-493-4700

Oktoberfest at Old World Village - Huntington Beach
Old World Village, a replica of a Bavarian town, sponsors this annual event. Food, fun, drink, and an oompah-pa band direct from Germany plays every Wed.-Sun. This event includes various activities in celebration of the Harvest Season. Wed./Thurs. 6:30-10pm. Fri./Sat. 6:30pm-1am. Sun. 2-6pm.
714-895-8020

Treats in the Streets - Orange
The streets surrounding the Old Towne Plaza are closed off to traffic and Old Towne merchants decorat their shops and hand out candy to trick-or-treaters. Families also enjoy games, old-fashioned hayrides and Halloween arts and crafts. Treats in the Streets provides a safe environment for children to enjoy Halloween.
714-744-7272

Newport Harbor Cristmas Boat Parade - Newport Beach
Newport Harbor - More than 200 boats cruise the harbor decorated in dazzling lights. This week-long boat parade, the largest and oldest of its kind in Southern California, lasts about two-and-a-half hours.
714-729-4400

Tree-Lighting Ceremony - Orange
Began in the 1920's, this two-day Christmas event offers a Candlelight Choir Procession ending with their spectacular treelighting. A typical program includes the lighting of the menorah, candlelight orchestra, bell choir, presentation of colors by local Girl Scout Troop, lighting of the tree and speeches by city officials.
714-744-7272