Kick off the holidays with South OC’s brightest tree lightings, glowing night markets, and a hike to Aliso Viejo’s secret bandit cave.
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Line dancing in San Juan, wine fests in Costa Mesa, yoga in Aliso Viejo, candle-making in Mission Viejo, and art in nature at Bommer Canyon, your weekend plans, done.
Halloween isn’t just for kids. There’s wine by the harbor, a tiki party in San Clemente, rooftop disco dancing in Irvine, a spooky escape room in Lake Forest, and a block party in RSM. Keep scrolling for Día de los Muertos festivals all over OC and even a hike to one of OC’s most haunting spots.
Haunted houses aren’t just for kids! Explore spooky home haunts, live music, fall fests, and creative Halloween fun for grown-ups across South Orange County. Check out the house in the photo at 23852 Lagarto, Mission Viejo.
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If you’re ready to trade beach days for ghost tours and glowing pumpkins, South OC’s serving spooky season in full this year.
Step inside a 19th-century ranch where Orange County’s past glows under a canopy of jack-o’-lanterns.
If you’ve ever wished you could explore an entire wine list without committing to a single glass, two South OC gems have you covered, each offering a modern, self-paced tasting experience.