Welcome to May in Orange County, where the vibrant community comes alive with a plethora of exciting events to celebrate the arrival of spring. From the beloved Strawberry Festivals brimming with juicy delights to the historical charm of Rancho Days, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this month. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of events that make May in Orange County a time of joy, discovery, and community spirit.
La Habra – May 3-5, 2024
La Habra Boulevard between Euclid and Cypress Streets
With period charm, a bubble parade, a food competition, entertainment, and carnival rides, this fair will surely be a county-wide crowd-pleaser!! The 2015 Citrus Fair will almost double in size! The park has a New Entertainment venue, lots of great food, and a new Agriculture area.
La Habra Blvd between Euclid St and Harbor Blvd, La Habra, CA 90631
San Clemente – May 6, 2024 | 6:00 PM
Max Berg Plaza Park, San Clemente
The festivities include live entertainment, a Vendor Pavilion, and a Children’s Pavilion with inflatable games, face painting, Fun on the Run Mobile Recreation, and giant slides. The entire family will enjoy this event!
Max Berg Plaza Park
1100 Calle Puente
San Clemente, California 92672
Lake Forest – May 6, 2024 6:00 PM | 11 am – 3 pm
Come explore the rich history of Orange County’s rancho era through hands-on activities, crafts, music, dance, and more at the annual Rancho Days Fiesta at Heritage Hill Historical Park!
Activities and performances include Native American and Folklorico dancing, Early California ranching with hands-on activities and exhibitors, Music, piñata breaking and crafts for children, Charro horse riding and roping demonstrations, plus Historic buildings will be open, courtesy of the Amigos de la Colina docents.
Heritage Hill Historical Park, 25151 Serrano Road Lake Forest, CA
Soka University’s Annual International Festival
Aliso Viejo 2024 Dates: May 4th 2:30 PM – 9 PM
Soka University, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA
This free, day-long event marks the anniversary of our university’s dedication and is open to everyone! Enjoy eclectic programming of musical performances from contemporary artists, delicious food and drink selections, and a variety of exciting activities for the whole family, including balloon animals, bubble artists, inflatable slides, and a bounce house.
Admission is FREE for everyone! Parking is $10 cash on campus
Fountain Valley May 17-19, 2024
Fat Friday 5-11 PM | Sat. 2-11 PM | Sun. 12NOON-8 PM
Fountain Valley Sports Park, 16400 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley
Fresh live crawfish (MORE TENDER THAN LOBSTERS), flown in daily from Louisiana and prepared true, Louisiana-style with Cajun potatoes, corn on the cob, and tangy remoulade dipping sauce. Crawfish Festival has become a tradition for thousands of festival goers annually. Experience a New Orleans tradition!
New Orleans-style Live Music • Dance Floor
Food Court with New Orleans’s most iconic dishes
Second Line Parade, a historical New Orleans tradition
French Quarter Bars • Café du Monde-style Fresh Beignets
Karaoke w/Live Band • Exclusive VIP Lounge
Free Souvenir E-Photo • Carnival Rides & Games
Magic and Illusion Shows • Kids’ Area
Live Sports Tent AND more.
Fountain Valley Sports Park Fountain Valley, CA. FREE PARKING
May 17-19 | 12-10 PM Friday 5 PM – 10 PM, Saturday 12 PM – 10 PM, Sunday 12 PM – 9 PM
Come and experience the sight, sounds and tastes of Greece. Along with authentic Greek foods and homemade Greek pastries, you will find traditional Greek dancing, an outdoor market place and a Kids Zone with carnival rides, games and other activities for the children.
St. John Greek Orthodox Church
405 North Dale Street, Anaheim
Garden Grove May 24-27, 2024
The Strawberry Festival, over the years, has evolved into a variety of Commercial booths, Arts and Crafts, Game Booths, Food, and major Carnival Rides. Stage shows feature celebrities and local performers, and the largest strawberry shortcake is devoured by hungry fairgoers on opening night. The parade is held on Saturday.
Village Green (Euclid St & Main St), Garden Grove
714-638-0981
May 25-26, 2024
The event features hundreds of bagpipers and drummers, Scottish and Irish food and vendors, Scottish clans, Highland dancing, and traditional Scottish feats of strength like the hammer throw, putting the stone, and caber toss. Part of the United Scottish Society, the festival was established in 1932 and was called a Highland Games in the tradition of Scottish heritage.
OC Fair and Event Center 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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