August Events in Orange County 2018
Vans U.S. Open of Surfing July 28-Aug. 5
In addition to the surf competition, includes skateboarding and BMX bike competitions, movie premieres, vendor exhibitions, demos and art exhibitions.
Time/Place: Huntington Beach Pier
Contact: www.vansusopenofsurfing.com
Laguna Niguel Summer Concerts Through Aug. 10
Bring your family and friends to enjoy a night of music under the stars! Food and dessert will be available for purchase from gourmet food trucks.
Time/Place: Crown Valley Community Park, Laguna Niguel
Contact: 949-425-5100 / www.cityoflagunaniguel.org
The Orange County Fair Through Aug. 12
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.
Time/Place: OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
Contact: www.ocfair.com
Festival of Arts Through Sept. 1
The show features the original artwork by 140 award-winning artists from Orange County. Art-related attractions and special events include jazz concerts, wine and chocolate pairings, and guided and audio art tours throughout the eight-week run.
Time/Place: 650 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach
Contact: 949-494-1145 / www.foapom.com
Pageant of the Masters Through Sept. 1
Audiences are amazed and enchanted by 90 minutes of tableaux vivants (“living pictures”), incredibly faithful re-creations of classical and contemporary works of art, with real people posing to look exactly like their counterparts in the original pieces.
Time/Place: 650 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach
Contact: 949-494-1145 / www.foapom.com
Huntington Beach Concert Band Summer Series Through Sept. 2
Sundays. Bring out your lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic blankets for this Huntington Beach tradition. The HB Concert Band hosts a free eleven-week series featuring various music groups.
Time/Place: 5pm / Thomas Ridley Central Park Bandstand
Contact: 714-891-6856 / www.hbconcertband.org
Sawdust Festival Through Sept. 2
Art! Three stages of live music and entertainment! Cheap beer and wine! Outdoor eateries and cafes! Free hands-on art classes and daily art demonstrations such as glassblowing!
Time/Place: 10am-10pm / 935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach
Contact: 949-494-3030 / www.sawdustartfestival.org
Dana Point Concerts in the Park Through Sept. 12
Sundays. Be sure to bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. A Spirit Garden will be available to purchase alcoholic drinks with the proceeds benefiting the 5th Marine Regiment Support Group. BBQ food items will be for available for purchase and the proceeds will benefit the Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934.
Time/Place: 3-6pm / Sea Terrace Park
Contact: www.danapoint.org
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach Summer Concert Series Through Oct. 12
Fridays. Another incredible summer filled with world-class music, fine wine and dining at the intimate Back Bay Amphitheatre of the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach.
Time/Place: 7pm / 1107 Jamboree Road
Contact: http://series.hyattconcerts.
Cruisin For the Cause Aug. 4
Presented by The Johnny O Foundation and Old World Village. Raffles for “Cool” prizes. The event is open to all makes and models of cars and trucks! Market consists of a Farmers Market, food and drink, collectibles plus arts and crafts from displayed by vendors from all over. Free parking and free admission.
Time/Place: Old World Village West parking lot, Huntington Beach
Contact: 602-751-7522 / www.thejohnnyo.org
Furry Friends Pet Fair Aug. 4
Everything to keep your pets happy and healthy including pet exams, low-cost vaccinations, micro-chipping and more. Several vendors will be on hand with products and giveaways.
Time/Place: 9am-Noon / Aliso Viejo Aquatic Center & Vista Park
Contact: 949-425-2550 / www.cityofalisoviejo.com
Civil War Days Aug. 4-5
Heritage Museum will offer two days of learning from both the Confederate and Union soldiers as they reenact daily routines during the civil war. See large and small Civil War weapons and artillery, experience canon fire demonstrations and visit their blacksmith shop for interactive activities.
Time/Place: 3101 W Harvard Street, Santa Ana
Contact: 714-540-0404 / www.heritagemuseumoc.org
Cordova Park Camp Out Aug. 4-5
Family fun activities, including giant life-sized games, crafts, a flashlight hike, and more! S’mores and breakfast provided with registration. Please bring a sleeping bag, flashlight, water bottle, and tent (stakes are OK). No pets please.
Time/Place: 4pm-10am / 26931 El Retiro, Mission Viejo
Contact: 949-859-4348 x5722 / www.cityofmissionviejo.org
Newport Beach Lobsterfest Aug. 5
Maine lobster is flown in fresh on the morning of the event. Live entertainment on from our stage located on the beach. A percentage of the proceeds go to Leadership Tomorrow and Make-A-Wish® Orange County and the Inland Empire.
Time/Place: 3-8pm / Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina
Contact: 949-478-3468 / www.lobsterfestatnewportbeach.
Irvine Sizzlin’ Summer Concert Series Aug. 5 & 12
Grab your lawn chairs, picnic baskets and dancing shoes. Gourmet food trucks with be on-site.
Time/Place: 5:30pm / Mike Ward Community Park
Contact: www.cityofirvine.org
Rancho Summer Nights Aug. 11
Tyrone Wells is a singer/songwriter with over 60 million Spotify streams, 55 thousand albums and 400 thousand singles sold. Bring your low lawn chairs, blankets and picnics. Food trucks will be available, no alcohol permitted.
Time/Place: 4-8pm / Saddleback Church Rancho Capistrano
Contact: 949-609-8000 / www.saddleback.com
San Clemente Fiesta Music Festival Aug. 12
Food and game booths sponsored by local nonprofit organizations, three stages with continuous live music, contests for all ages, a Salsa Challenge, arts & crafts show, kiddie area, exhibits, face painters and much more.
Time/Place: 9am-7pm / Avenida Del Mar
Contact: www.scchamber.com
Pacific Wine and Food Classic Aug. 18-19
This all-inclusive event offers incredible food from our top local chefs, wines, beers and premium cocktails on the sand.
Time/Place: 2-5pm / Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina
Contact: www.pacificwineandfood.com
Mission Viejo Restaurant Week Aug. 20-26
No passes, tickets or coupons are required for this scrumptious event. Instead, diners may simply visit participating restaurants during the week to enjoy the restaurant options.
Time/Place: See website for list of participating restaurants.
Contact: 949-441-0602 / www.mvrestaurantweek.org
Wedgewood Aliso Viejo Summer Wedding Fair Aug. 22
This fun event showcases the center’s vast amenities and gives couples and families the chance to tour the property, meet vendors, sample delectable appetizers and entrees, toast with drinks and play wedding games.
Time/Place: 6-8:30pm / Aliso Viejo Center
Contact: 949-425-2555 / www.cityofalisoviejo.com
Splash-In Movie & Recreation Aug. 25
Grab your swimsuit, floatie and family, and come on down to the pool for a movie. Swim and float in the pool while Secret Life of Pets plays on the big screen. Lifeguards will be on duty. Recreation swim fee is $2 per child and $4 per adult.
Time/Place: 6:30pm / William J. Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center, Irvine
Contact: 949-724-6717 / www.cityofirvine.org
Barks & Brews Fundraiser Aug. 25
Celebrate National Dog Day with Outlets at San Clemente and Pet Project Foundation. Sniff, schmooze and sip craft beer and enjoy the following activities: Doggy Costume Contest with prizes, Craft Beer & Cocktail tastings, Photo Booths, Food Truck, Live Entertainment, Free Treats, Dog-Friendly Vendors, Face Painting & Balloon Animals.
Time/Place: 4-7pm / San Clemente Outlets
Contact: 949-492-1617 / www.petprojectfoundation.org
Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo Aug. 25-26
Proclaimed as the richest 2-day rodeo in the nation, this year’s Rodeo features saddle bronc, bareback, steer wrestling, calf roping, tie down roping and bull riding.
Time/Place: 30753 La Pata Road, SJC
Contact: www.rmvrodeo.com
Senior Fitness Expo Aug. 31
This free event will include health screenings, nutrition information, demonstrations and a wide variety of the latest health and fitness products.
Time/Place: 12pm / Rancho Senior Center, Irvine
Contact: 949-724-6800 / www.cityofirvine.org
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