💘 The Dating Game Live
A retro-style dating show night with contestants, laughs, and plenty of crowd participation. Watch or take the stage.
Tue, Apr 7 | 7pm | GameCraft Brewing Company, Laguna Hills

🚋 San Juan Capistrano Trolley Tour
A free guided ride through town sharing the stories and landmarks that shaped San Juan Capistrano. Registration recommended.
Tue, Apr 7 | Various times | SJC Library Parking Lot, San Juan Capistrano

🧘 Zen Garden Workshop
Create a calming tabletop garden with sand, stones, and plants.
Tue, Apr 7 | 10am | Laguna Woods Branch, Laguna Woods

🎹 Dueling Pianos at The Coach House
Tom Bagley and Missy Alcazar turn the stage into a full-blown musical free-for-all, mixing rock, comedy, and crowd pleasers. No two nights are the same, and that’s kind of the point.
Wed, Apr 8 | 7:30pm | The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano

🧚 Fairy Gardens
Design a whimsical fairy garden with plants and playful details.
Wed, Apr 8 | 5pm | Mesa Verde Library, Costa Mesa

🕯️ Dearest Reader… Bridgerton by Candlelight
An evening of Bridgerton’s most beloved melodies performed live by a string quartet, all set beneath candlelight inside a grand historic setting. Regency romance meets orchestral drama.
Thu, Apr 9 | 6:30pm | Richard Nixon Library & Museum, Yorba Linda

🎤 Herman’s Hermits
A throwback sing-along with the original frontman behind hits like “I’m Into Something Good” and “Mrs. Brown.”
Fri, Apr 10 | 8pm (Doors 6pm) | The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano

🕊️ The Birds
A chilling stage adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s classic tale, where isolation, paranoia, and terror take flight as strangers face an unexplained avian uprising.
Apr 10 – May 3 | Times vary | Cabrillo Playhouse, San Clemente

🎭 Macbeth at Saddleback College
Ambition, betrayal, and a slow spiral into chaos take the stage in this classic Shakespeare tragedy, brought to life with a modern edge.
Apr 10 -12 | McKinney Theatre, Mission Viejo

✨ Museum of Make Believe
Wander a hand-crafted storybook forest filled with mystical trees, twinkling lights, miniatures, sculptures, immersive soundscapes, and hidden surprises—an imaginative art experience created by local artists. Each ticket supports the nonprofit behind the magic.
Select Dates & Times | Laguna Beach

🍷 OC Food & Wine Celebration
An all-inclusive afternoon of wine, spirits, craft beer, gourmet bites, desserts, and live music with 60+ vendors all benefiting The Roosters Foundation supporting local kids in need. Save $10 with code SCENE.
Sat, Apr 11 | 3–6pm | Festival of Arts, Laguna Beach

🎶 A Poolside Music Fest in Laguna Hills
Seven bands take over the VOCO Hotel with a mix of jam, rock, and improvisational sets, plus deck games, vendors, crafts, detox yoga, and a painting class for full getaway vibes. Come for a few hours or stay all weekend.
Apr 11–12 | VOCO Hotel, Laguna Hills

🎸 Lord of the Strings: Laurence Juber
GRAMMY-winning guitarist and former lead guitarist of Paul McCartney's Wings, Laurence Juber brings his virtuosic solo performance to the stage. His playing weaves folk, jazz, blues, pop, and classical into something that's hard to believe is just one instrument — and one performer.
Sat, Apr 11 | 7pm–9pm | City Hall, Mission Viejo

🌱 UC Master Gardeners Expo
Get information, inspiration, and answers to those tough plant problems. Over 1,500 plants available for give-away and purchase, plus talks on tomatoes, peppers, herbs, natives, succulents, houseplants, hydroponics, composting, and bees. One free plant per family (while supplies last), additional plants from $2 (cash only).
Sat, Apr 11 | 9am–1pm | Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center, Mission Viejo

🎨 Art Party of the Year
Local artists, ocean views, live music, and a little wine-fueled art shopping.
Sat, Apr 11 | 12-7 | Laguna Beach Sanctuary, Laguna Beach

📀 Redo Vinyl Market
Dig through thousands of records from 20+ vendors with live music, a beer garden, and food—all in one spot. A portion of proceeds benefits Dana Point Youth Baseball.
Sat, Apr 11 | 4–9pm | Dana Point Community Center, Dana Point

🫖 Tea at Tiffany’s
A charming outdoor afternoon tea inspired by Breakfast at Tiffany’s, complete with scones, sweets, sparkling beverages. Dress the part if you’re feeling extra.
Sat, Apr 11 | 11:30am | Heritage Museum, Santa Ana

🍺 Field Trip Fest
An outdoor community festival hosted by Docent Brewing featuring craft beer, live music, local vendors, food, and a VW bus show.
Sat, Apr 11 | Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, San Juan Capistrano

🎶 A Poolside Music Fest in Laguna Hills
Seven bands take over the VOCO Hotel with a mix of jam, rock, and improvisational sets, plus deck games, vendors, crafts, detox yoga, and a painting class for full getaway vibes. Come for a few hours or stay all weekend.
Apr 11–12 | VOCO Hotel, Laguna Hills

🛍️ Modern Makers Mart: Berry Sweet Spring
A curated outdoor market with 55+ vendors, live music, crafts, and a kid-friendly setup—perfect for a slow stroll and a few “just browsing” purchases that turn into five bags.
Sat + Sun, Apr 11–12 | 10am–4pm | Woodbury Town Center, Irvine

🐾 Pet Adoption Event
Meet adoptable dogs, browse local vendors, and hang out with fellow animal lovers—plus free food and plenty of tail wags.
Sun, Apr 12 | 12–3pm | South County Lexus, Mission Viejo

🌿 Garden Social at Laguna Cliffs Marriott
A springtime resort-style afternoon with yoga, live music, a curated marketplace, cocktail garden, and harbor views—plus kids activities and a laid-back poolside vibe.
Sun, Apr 12 | 11am–4pm | Laguna Cliffs Marriott, Dana Point

📚 Books & Vines at Giracci
A full day of book culture under the trees at Giracci Vineyards — think author readings, themed crafts, live music, plants, coffee, and of course, wine. Yes, there’s even Kindle decorating.Sun, Apr 12 | 10am–4pm | Giracci Vineyards, Silverado

🐦 Guided Bird Walk at Black Star Canyon
Grab your binoculars and join OC Parks naturalists for a scenic walk spotting birds across coastal sage scrub, oak woodland, and grassland habitats. Registration required.
Mon, Apr 13 | 7:30am | Black Star Canyon, Silverado

🥾 Guided Hike at Upper Chiquita Canyon
Explore a rarely accessed 1,100+ acre conservation area on a guided hike led by ecologists and wildlife experts. Registration required
Apr 15 + Apr 25 | 8–11am | Upper Chiquita Canyon, Rancho Santa Margarita

🕵️‍♂️ The Maltese Falcon
A classic noir comes to life as a detective hunts for the elusive statue through a maze of lies and danger. Sharp dialogue and nonstop twists make this stage adaptation a must-see mystery.
Weds, Apr 15 thru Sun, May 3 | Laguna Playhouse, Laguna Beach

🎶 Musical Bingo
Sing along, mark your card, and see if your music knowledge actually pays off. It’s part trivia, part karaoke, and somehow more competitive than it should be.
Thursdays | 7 pm | Patsy’s Irish Pub, Laguna Niguel

🍽️ Taste of Irvine
A curated tasting event featuring bites and drinks from top Irvine spots like Bosscat Kitchen, Ten Sushi, and more—come hungry, leave impressed.
Thu, Apr 16 | 6–8:30pm | The Park at Lakeshore, Irvine

🦋 Butterfly Experience at 3rd Thursdays
A live butterfly exhibition with feeding, guided interactions, and a butterfly release—one of those unexpectedly magical, “why didn’t we do this sooner?” kind of nights.
Thu, Apr 16 | 5–8pm | Outside BCandy, Corona del Mar

💧 Water Festival
A lively, family-friendly event with hands-on exhibits, wildlife encounters, live shows, and interactive activities focused on water and sustainability.
Sat, May 16 | 10am–1pm | Rancho Santa Margarita

🎨 Art in the Canyon: Watercolor Landscapes
SOLD OUT! A low-key creative reset in the canyon. Start with a short guided meditation, then learn to sketch and layer watercolor pencil landscapes with help from Sawdust Festival artists—no experience needed. Free, suggested donation for materials.
Thurs Apr 16 | 12–1pm | Laguna Canyon Foundation HQ, Laguna Beach

🎤 The Winehouse Experience
A full-band tribute to Amy Winehouse with horns, backup singers, and all the hits from “Rehab” to “Valerie.” Come for the nostalgia, stay for the vocals.
Fri, Apr 17 | 8 PM | The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano

🌌 Immersive Dome Experience
A 360° mind-bending visual journey blending music, art, and full-dome imagery. Save 10% with code BEAUTIFICASOUL or 25% with SURVEYTHANKS
Fri, Apr 17 | Orange Coast College Planetarium, Costa Mesa

🌺 Holo Holo Music Festival Hits Irvine
Island and reggae beats take over Great Park Live for a full day of music, good food, and laid-back energy.
Apr 18 | 1 pm | Great Park Live, Irvine

🍹 Tiki Party at Doho Café
Tiki drinks, live music, and that laid-back harbor energy that makes you forget what day it is.
Sat, Apr 18 | 4:30 PM | Doho Café, Dana Point

🌙 Spring Madness Night Market
An evening market with live music, local makers, food, a beer garden, and a few whimsical surprises woven in for good measure.
Sat, Apr 18 | 5–9pm | North Paseo at Los Osos, Mission Viejo

🍽️ Taste of Aliso Niguel
Local restaurants, bites, and sips all in one big community food fest — save the date.
Sat, Apr 18, 2026 | 6-11pm | Aliso Niguel

🎶 National Record Store Day
Vinyl lovers, this is your Super Bowl. Expect exclusive drops, live music, and a crowd that actually appreciates a good B-side.
Sat, Apr 18 | Participating record stores, South OC

🌿 Gardens With Style Tour & Expo
Tour climate-friendly gardens, get expert tips, and steal ideas for your own yard. Start at the expo, then head out on a self-guided home tour.
Sat, Apr 18 | 9:30am–12:30pm | SMWD Headquarters, RSM

🌿 NatureScape Garden Tour
A quick, free way to upgrade your yard game. Walk a water-wise garden, see native plants in action, and pick up ideas that actually work in South OC.
Sat, Apr 18 | 9am–12pm | Moulton Niguel Water District, Laguna Niguel

🌼 California In My Garden Tour
Peek inside some of OC’s best native plant gardens. Free, but you’ll need to register to get the home locations.
Sat, Apr 18 | 10am–4pm | Various Homes, Irvine

🌎 Irvine Earth Day Event
Get outside, learn something useful, and maybe feel slightly better about your carbon footprint. Guided hikes, a compost demo, and a low-pressure “should I go solar?” chat—all in one easy stop.
Sat, Apr 18 | 11am–2pm | Quail Hill Community Center, Irvine

🌎 Earth Day at the Bay
Crafts, science, live music, and a scavenger hunt—basically Earth Day but actually fun. Bring the kids or just wander the booths and soak up the bay views.
Sat, Apr 18 | 10am–4pm | Muth Interpretive Center, Newport Beach

🎨 Wyland’s Whale & Dolphin Adventure Art Lessons
Create ocean-inspired art aboard a Dana Wharf vessel during this weekly, hands-on lesson — with drawings judged by marine artist Wyland himself.
Saturdays, Jan 31–Apr 25 | 9–10am | Dana Wharf, Dana Point

🐾 Pet Expo 2026
One of Orange County’s biggest pet events returns with adoptable animals, vet services, vaccine clinics, vendors, food trucks, live music, and a pet-friendly lounge. Bring your well-behaved furry sidekick.
Sat, Apr 18 | Lake Forest Sports Park, Lake Forest

🍷 Orange County Wine Fest 2026
Two days of tastings from top wineries, live music, food pairings, and plenty of reasons to linger. Early Bird tickets are the lowest price you’ll see, and they disappear fast.
Sat–Sun, Apr 18–19 | OC Fair & Event Center | Costa Mesa

🍷 Taste of Dana
Eat, drink, and wander your way through the harbor with bites from local spots, drinks in hand, and live music in the background.
Sun, Apr 19 | 4–7pm | Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point

🐾 Pints & Pups
Adoptable dogs, cold beers, and a patio full of people who will absolutely stop mid-conversation to pet a puppy. Meet local rescues, chat with pet pros, and maybe leave with a new best friend.
Sun, Apr 19 | 12–4pm | OC Local Taproom, Laguna Niguel

🍓 Berry Cute Brunch Market
A brunch lover’s market with fancy sips, vintage finds, live music, and a paint-and-sip experience.
Sun, Apr 19 | 10am–2pm | Inn at the Mission, San Juan Capistrano

😂 Comedy Night at the Playhouse
Host Mark Christopher Lawrence brings a fresh lineup of top comedians for an evening of stand-up, drinks, and big laughs. Enjoy free small bites and rotating acts each show.
Mon, Apr 21 | Tues June 23 | Laguna Playhouse, Laguna Beach

🌎 Earth Day at the Mission
A full day of garden tours, bee demos, honey tastings, and hands-on crafts inside one of OC’s most historic settings. Bonus: free wood butterfly for early arrivals.
Wed, Apr 22 | 9 AM–2 PM | Mission San Juan Capistrano

🎶 LAZERDOME: U2
A full-sensory trip through U2’s biggest hits, set to immersive laser visuals inside the planetarium. Expect everything from With or Without You to Beautiful Day, all dialed up with lights, sound, and a little cosmic drama.
Wed, Apr 22 | 6pm | OCC Planetarium, Costa Mesa

🌿 Windowsill Herb Garden
Grow herbs indoors with a setup perfect for small spaces.
Wed, Apr 22 | 11am & 3pm | Library of the Canyons, San Juan Capistrano

💃 Madonna Tribute at The Coach House
Dance through Madonna’s biggest hits while supporting 7 local Chambers of Commerce, with proceeds going back into local communities. High energy, great cause.
Fri, Apr 24 | 8 PM | The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano

🍷 Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting
Sip hard-to-find wines by the ocean with a champagne welcome and elevated bites, all set against a golden-hour coastal backdrop. Dress up a little, this one leans elegant.
Apr 24 | 6:30–9 pm | Laguna Cliffs Marriott, Dana Point

💃 The Wildest Bingo Night in OC
Not your grandma’s bingo—this is a full-blown stage show with comedian MCs, throwback anthems, dance-offs, lip-sync battles, confetti blasts, and real bingo rounds with prizes. 21+
Fri, Apr 24 | 5pm or 8:15pm | Dave & Buster’s, Orange

🍇 Beachside Wine Festival
Hundreds of wines, craft brews, live music, and a full spread of food stations take over a palm-lined park overlooking the Pacific. It’s the classic “day drink with a view” situation.Apr 25 | 1–4 pm | Sea Terrace Park, Dana Point

🚗 Floral Park Home & Garden Tour + Classic Car Show
Tour historic homes and gardens while checking out a lineup of vintage cars, plus a vendor market, live music, food trucks, and a beer & wine garden. Car show is free to view.
Apr 25–26 | Floral Park Historic District, Santa Ana

🥾 Guided Hike at Upper Chiquita Canyon
Explore a rarely accessed 1,100+ acre conservation area on a guided hike led by ecologists and wildlife experts. Registration required
Apr 25 | 8–11am | Upper Chiquita Canyon, Rancho Santa Margarita

🐦 Bird Walk at Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Spot native and seasonal birds on a slow, easy 2-mile walk with Laguna Canyon Foundation naturalists—no experience needed.
Sat, Apr 25 | 8–11am | Laguna Niguel Regional Park, Laguna Niguel

🌿 Modjeska Spring Open House
SOLD OUT Tour the historic home and gardens of famed actress Helena Modjeska during this seasonal open house with live classical music performances, pysanky egg decorating demos and more.
Sat, Apr 25 | 10am–12pm & 12–2pm | Modjeska Historic House, Silverado Canyon

🌱 Mission Viejo Green Expo
Celebrate Earth Day & Arbor Day with tree planting along Oso Creek Trail plus eco-friendly activities, exhibits, and hands-on tips for water conservation, recycling, and pollution prevention.
Sat, Apr 25 | 8am–12pm | Oso Creek Trail (Jeronimo Rd to Casta Del Sol), Mission Viejo

🌎 Earth Day Market at High Tide Coffee
Shop 25+ local vendors, sip coffee, and wander through face painting, a flower bar, tarot readings, live music, and hands-on crafts that make this feel more like a mini festival than a market.
Sun, Apr 26 | 10am–2pm | High Tide Coffee Co., San Clemente

🌿 Nature Meditation Walk
A guided, slow-paced walk with mindfulness exercises, playful pauses, and a closing tea ceremony using native plants.
Sun, Apr 26 | 9–11am | Aliso & Wood Canyons, Laguna Niguel

🎨 Picasso Paints at Patsy’s
Paint, sip, and see what happens. This adults-only Sunday session mixes guided painting with cocktails, $5 drink specials, and just enough chaos to make it fun even if you “can’t paint.”
Last Sunday of the month | 1–4pm | Patsy’s Irish Pub, Mission Viejo

🎳 Lucky Strike Bowling Night- Save 20%
A polished take on bowling with full bar service, upgraded food, and a sleek lounge feel.
Any night | Lucky Strike/ Bowlero | Aliso Viejo or Ladera Ranch

🕵️ Murder Mystery Night
Step into a 1920s whodunit where the audience helps crack the case. Interrogate suspects, follow the clues, and don’t be surprised if you get pulled on stage mid-mystery.
Apr 27 | 6:30–8:30 pm | Laguna Playhouse

🥗 Plant a Salad Garden
Plant greens you can actually eat, no yard required.
Tue, Apr 28 | 10am | Laguna Woods Branch, Laguna Woods

🎨 Art in the Canyon: Watercolor Landscapes
A low-key creative reset in the canyon. Start with a short guided meditation, then learn to sketch and layer watercolor pencil landscapes with help from Sawdust Festival artists—no experience needed. Free, suggested donation for materials.
Thurs Apr 16 | 12–1pm | Laguna Canyon Foundation HQ, Laguna Beach

🎨 Let Go & Grow: Intentions Workshop
Paint your own pot, plant flowers or seeds, and set a personal intention in this guided, feel-good creative workshop by Align & Design. All materials included.
Sat, May 2 | 10 AM–12 PM | The Social Loft, Laguna Niguel

📸 4WD Backcountry Photo Tour in Limestone Canyon
A FREE guided 4WD journey into the secluded backcountry with stops at The Sinks and Loma Ridge for sunset photos, sketching, and short hikes. These tours fill up fast.
Sun, May 17 | 4–8 PM | Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve
Registration opens May 2 | 8 AM

Note: tickets are harder to get for this than a Taylor Swift concert. You have to be at your computer on May 2 right at 8 and even then you might not get it!

🌸 Gate & Garden Tour
Laguna’s most beautiful homes open their gates for a one-day garden stroll; curated landscapes and ocean air.
Sat, May 2 | 10 AM–4 PM | Laguna Beach County Water District, Laguna Beach

🍊 Taste of Orange
An evening of local flavor with 40+ tastings, live music, and a walk-around food-and-drink vibe. Come hungry.
Sat, May 2 | 3–7pm | Orange

✨ Museum of Make Believe
Wander a hand-crafted storybook forest filled with mystical trees, twinkling lights, miniatures, sculptures, immersive soundscapes, and hidden surprises—an imaginative art experience created by local artists. Each ticket supports the nonprofit behind the magic.
Select Dates & Times | Laguna Beach

🦆 Guided Bird Walk at San Joaquin Marsh
Slow down and spot herons, egrets, and migrating birds with an expert guide. Easy pace, peaceful views, free.
Sun, May 3 | 9:30–11 AM | San Joaquin Marsh, Irvine

🕊️ The Birds
A chilling stage adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s classic tale, where isolation, paranoia, and terror take flight as strangers face an unexplained avian uprising.
LAST NIGHT May 3 | Times vary | Cabrillo Playhouse, San Clemente

THURSDAY MAY 8

🎨 First Thursdays Art Walk
Laguna Beach throws open its gallery doors once a month for a self-guided evening of art, culture, and creative wandering. Explore new exhibitions, meet artists, and soak up the town’s year-round art scene. Trolley service available.
First Thursday of every month | 6-9 pm | Laguna Beach

🧘 Mindfulness Expo
A full day of yoga, sound baths, workshops, and wellness vendors focused on self-care and personal growth.
Sat, May 9 | 10 AM–5 PM | Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim

🎸 The English Beat at The Coach House
The legendary ska band behind “Mirror in the Bathroom” and “Save It for Later” returns for two nights of high-energy ‘80s hits.
May 9 + May 23 | The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano

♻️ Vintage Market at Laguna Hills Mall
Shop vintage finds, give pre-loved pieces a second life, and hunt for one-of-a-kind treasures. Free admission and parking.
Sun, May 10 | 8 AM–3 PM | Parking lot, Laguna Hills Mall

🦋 Butterfly Gardens
Create a garden designed to attract and support butterflies.
Mon, May 11 | 11am | Library of the Canyons, San Juan Capistrano

☘️ Riverdance
The iconic Irish dance spectacular returns for its 30th anniversary, blending thunderous footwork, live music, and breathtaking choreography.
May 15 – 17, 2026 | Times vary | Segerstrom Hall, Costa Mesa

👒 Garden Tea & Derby-Style Fashion Show
Dress up in your best hat and settle in for an afternoon of tea, finger sandwiches, and a full-on garden party vibe—plus a fashion show and raffle to keep things lively.
Sat, May 16 | 12–3 PM | Dr. Willella Howe-Waffle House, Santa Ana

🎨 Art in the Canyon: Watercolor Landscapes
A low-key creative reset in the canyon. Start with a short guided meditation, then learn to sketch and layer watercolor pencil landscapes with help from Sawdust Festival artists—no experience needed. Free, suggested donation for materials.
Sat May 16 | 9–10 AM | Laguna Canyon Foundation HQ, Laguna Beach

🐦 Birds of a Feather: Beginner Birding
A relaxed intro to birding along Aliso Creek, covering the basics while you hike a scenic 3-mile route with minimal elevation. All levels welcome.
Sat, May 16 | 8–10:30 AM | Aliso & Wood Canyons, Laguna Niguel

🔧 Get Your Stuff Fixed for Free at Repair Café OC
Broken lamps, wobbly chairs, busted gadgets — volunteers help you fix them at no cost.
May 16 | 8:30–12:30pm | Norman P. Murray Community Center, Mission Viejo

SUNDAY MAY 17

🌿 Nature Meditation Walk
A guided, slow-paced walk with mindfulness exercises, playful pauses, and a closing tea ceremony using native plants. Less than a mile on flat terrain—designed to help you unplug and reset.
Sun, May 17 | 9–11 AM | Nix Nature Center, Laguna Beach

🎨 Balboa Island Artwalk
Stroll a mile of local art, live music, and seaside vibes along Balboa Island’s bayfront. Free to attend and perfect for a spring day in the sun.
Sun, May 17, 2026 | 9 AM–5 PM | Newport Beach

FRIDAY MAY 22
🏠 Home, I’m Darling
A sharp, funny, slightly dark comedy that peels back the picture-perfect 1950s fantasy to reveal what’s really going on underneath.
May 22 – June 14 | Cabrillo Playhouse, San Clemente

SATURDAY MAY 23

🎸 The English Beat at The Coach House
The legendary ska band behind “Mirror in the Bathroom” and “Save It for Later” returns for two nights of high-energy ‘80s hits.
May 23 | The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano

🛍️ Old Towne Vintage Market
A laid-back vintage market with 30+ vendors, live DJ, and a mix of clothing, decor, and finds worth digging for—plus coffee, food, and cocktails to keep you fueled.
Sat, May 23 | 11 AM–4 PM | American Legion Post 132, Orange

Scottish Fest Returns
Cabers will fly, kilts will swirl, and the Highland Games take over OC for a weekend of strength, music, and Scottish tradition.
May 23–24 | OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa

TUESDAY JUNE 2

🎶 The Sound of Music
The beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein classic returns to the stage with sweeping songs, timeless romance, and all the hills-you-can-sing-from energy.
June 2–14 | Times vary | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa

THURSDAY JUNE 4

🎨 First Thursdays Art Walk
Laguna Beach throws open its gallery doors once a month for a self-guided evening of art, culture, and creative wandering. Explore new exhibitions, meet artists, and soak up the town’s year-round art scene. Trolley service available.
First Thursday of every month | 6-9 pm | Laguna Beach

FRIDAY JUNE 5


🍿 Movie Night: Minecraft
Family movie night under the stars with pre-movie activities starting at 6:30 PM. Movie begins at dusk.
Fri, Jun 5 | 6:30 PM | Grand Park, Aliso Viejo

🎨 RED
Mark Rothko wrestles with art, ego, and legacy in this gripping portrait of creative genius and conflict.
Weds, June 10 thru Sun, Jun 28 | Laguna Playhouse, Laguna Beach

FRIDAY JUNE 12

🎶 Songs in the Canyon
A three-day mini music festival takes over local venues, ending with a grand finale at Canyon Park. Emily Brimlow headlines.
June 12–14 | Costa Mesa


✨ Museum of Make Believe
Wander a hand-crafted storybook forest filled with mystical trees, twinkling lights, miniatures, sculptures, immersive soundscapes, and hidden surprises—an imaginative art experience created by local artists. Each ticket supports the nonprofit behind the magic.
Select Dates & Times | Laguna Beach

SATURDAY JUNE 13

🌈 Mission Viejo Pride 2026
Show your pride, share the love, and soak up a feel-good afternoon with live entertainment and community booths.
Sat, Jun 13 | 12–5 PM | Saddleback College, Mission Viejo


SUNDAY JUNE 14

🎶 Great American Sing-Along
Belt out classics from The Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof, and more in this lively, singalong led by Hershey Felder, celebrating of 100 years of American music.
Sun, Jun 14 | Costa Mesa

🎶 The Sound of Music
The beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein classic returns to the stage with sweeping songs, timeless romance, and all the hills-you-can-sing-from energy.
June 14 Last Day | Times vary | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa

TUESDAY JUNE 16

📸 4WD Backcountry Photo Tour in Limestone Canyon
A FREE guided 4WD journey into the secluded backcountry with stops at The Sinks and Loma Ridge for sunset photos, sketching, and short hikes. These tours fill up fast.
Sun, June 28 | 4–8 PM | Limestone Canyon
Registration opens June 16 | 8 AM

Note: These tickets disappear faster than Taylor Swift presale seats. Be ready at your computer June 16 at 8 AM sharp.


TUESDAY JUNE 23

😂 Comedy Night at the Playhouse
Host Mark Christopher Lawrence brings a fresh lineup of top comedians for an evening of stand-up, drinks, and big laughs. Enjoy free small bites and rotating acts each show.
Tues, June 23 | Laguna Playhouse, Laguna Beach



SATURDAY JUNE 27


🔧 Get Your Stuff Fixed for Free at Repair Café OC
Broken lamps, wobbly chairs, busted gadgets — volunteers help you fix them at no cost.
June 27 | 8:30–12:30pm | Norman P. Murray Community Center, Mission Viejo

THURSDAY JULY 9

🎨 The Most Iconic Artworks of All Time Come to Life
Pageant of the Masters returns with “The Greatest of All Time,” recreating legendary works by Michelangelo, Picasso, Monet, Van Gogh, Rockwell and more in jaw-dropping, blink-and-you’ll-miss-it living tableaux.
July 9–Sept 4 | 8:30 PM | Festival of Arts Pageant Grounds, Laguna Beach

FRIDAY JULY 10
🔥 The Spitfire Grill (The Musical)
A warm, soulful musical about second chances, small towns, and the surprising power of community—set in a struggling Wisconsin diner where hope simmers alongside the coffee.
July 10 – Aug 2 | Cabrillo Playhouse, San Clemente

🎄 Movie Night: The Grinch
Christmas in July hits the park with a crowd-pleasing classic and pre-movie fun.
Fri, Jul 10 | 6:30 PM | Grand Park, Aliso Viejo

JULY 11

🪄 Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
A spellbinding stage spectacular packed with jaw-dropping illusions, time-turning twists, and theatrical magic that brings the wizarding world to life like never before.
July 11 – 25, 2026 | Times vary | Segerstrom Hall, Costa Mesa

SATURDAY JULY 18

🛍️ The Bloom Pop-Up Market + Summer Concert
Shop handmade goods from local makers, then stick around for a free outdoor concert with Tijuana Dogs.
Sat, July 18 | 4–8 PM | Lake Forest Sports Park, Lake Forest

FRIDAY JULY 24


🕵️ Movie Night: Spy Kids
Action-packed family fun with activities before sunset and the movie at dusk.
Fri, Jul 24 | 6:30 PM | Grand Park, Aliso Viejo

SUNDAY JULY 26

🔧 Get Your Stuff Fixed for Free at Repair Café OC
Broken lamps, wobbly chairs, busted gadgets — volunteers help you fix them at no cost.
JULY 26 | 1 - 5pm | Norman P. Murray Community Center, Mission Viejo

THURSDAY AUGUST
🎨 First Thursdays Art Walk
Laguna Beach throws open its gallery doors once a month for a self-guided evening of art, culture, and creative wandering. Explore new exhibitions, meet artists, and soak up the town’s year-round art scene. Trolley service available.
First Thursday of every month | 6-9 pm | Laguna Beach

FRIDAY AUGUST 7th

🦊 Movie Night: Zootopia 2
Wrap up summer movie nights with a fan-favorite sequel under the stars.
Fri, Aug 7 | 6:30 PM | Grand Park, Aliso Viejo



AUGUST 12
🎭 The Phantom of the Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s legendary musical returns in a newly revitalized production, featuring sweeping romance, iconic songs, and grand theatrical spectacle.
Aug 12 – 30, 2026 | Times vary | Segerstrom Hall, Costa Mesa

SUNDAY AUGUST 16


🔧 Get Your Stuff Fixed for Free at Repair Café OC
Broken lamps, wobbly chairs, busted gadgets — volunteers help you fix them at no cost.
Aug 16 | 1 - 5pm | Norman P. Murray Community Center, Mission Viejo



SUNDAY AUGUST 16


🔧 Get Your Stuff Fixed for Free at Repair Café OC
Broken lamps, wobbly chairs, busted gadgets — volunteers help you fix them at no cost.
Aug 16 | 1 - 5pm | Norman P. Murray Community Center, Mission Viejo

FRIDAY AUGUST 21


🌍 Around the World in 80 Days
A fast, funny, globe-trotting stage adventure packed with slapstick chaos, outrageous wagers, and nonstop surprises as Phileas Fogg races to circle the world in record time.
Aug 21 – Sept 13 | Cabrillo Playhouse, San Clemente

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3

🎨 First Thursdays Art Walk
Laguna Beach throws open its gallery doors once a month for a self-guided evening of art, culture, and creative wandering. Explore new exhibitions, meet artists, and soak up the town’s year-round art scene. Trolley service available.
First Thursday of every month | 6-9 pm | Laguna Beach

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 11

⚓ Maritime Festival Returns to the Harbor
The 42nd Maritime Festival sails back with cannon battles, ship tours, live music, maritime re-enactors, and dockside fun for all ages, plus the Friday night Sails & Ales kickoff.
Sept 11–13, 2026 | Ocean Institute | Dana Point


SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12


🔧 Get Your Stuff Fixed for Free at Repair Café OC
Broken lamps, wobbly chairs, busted gadgets — volunteers help you fix them at no cost.
Sept 12 | 8:30 am - 12:30pm | Norman P. Murray Community Center, Mission Viejo

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25

🤙 Save the Date: Ohana Fest Returns
A weekend of music, beach vibes, and big-name artists as Ohana Fest celebrates 10 years at Doheny.
Sept 25–27 | Doheny State Beach, Dana Point

OCTOBER 16

🎬 Coast Film Festival
The 2026 festival dates are set, bringing outdoor adventure and documentary storytelling back to Laguna Beach this fall.
Oct 16–25 | Laguna Beach