Summer Events in Coastal OC

 

 

 

Longer days, warmer nights, and an endless lineup of things to do—summer in SoCal is truly something special. Whether you're soaking up the sun at the beach, catching live music under the stars, or exploring vibrant local festivals, there's no shortage of ways to make the most of the season. In this issue, we’re sharing some of the must-attend events, hidden gems, and local favorites happening across our communities. Let the summer fun begin!

 

 

 

The Orange County Fair July 18-Aug. 17 www.ocfair.com/oc-fair

 

-Bier Fest at Old World July 12-27 www.oldworldhb.com

 

-Sawdust Festival June 27-Aug. 31 Laguna Beach www.sawdustartfestival.org

 

-Festival of Arts Fine Art Show July 2-Aug. 2 www.foapom.com/summer-art-show

 

-Pageant of the Masters presents “Gold Coast: Treasures of California” July 5-Aug. 29 https://www.foapom.com/pageant-of-the-masters/

 

-Laguna Art-A-Fair July 27-Aug. 31www.art-a-fair.com

 

-Flight of Newport Beach July 13 www.newportbeach.com

 

-Heritage Museum OC, Santa Ana Boots, Bustles & Brews July 19 www.heritagemuseumoc.org

 

-Ocean Festival July 19-20 San Clemente Pier www.oceanfestival.org

 

 

 

Don't miss out on these amazing family friendly activities including parades, marathons and fireworks displays!

 

-July 3rd Costa Mesa Independence Day Celebration 5-11pm OC Fairgrounds -July 4th The L3 Mesa Verde Parade - Adams Elementary - 8:30am - 10am

 

-Independence Day on the Back Bay 8am-9:30pm / Newport Dunes Resort

 

-4th of July is for Families 9-11:30am / Channel Place Park / www.newportbeachca.gov

 

-Mariners Park 4th of July Parade & Celebration 10:30am - 1:30pm

 

-Old Glory Boat Parade 1-3:30pm / Newport Harbor / www.alyc.com

 

(On the 4th of July, text NBJULY4 to 65513 to receive updated road closure information)

 

-June 28th - 4pm Moffett Elementary Track Parade, Fun & Games

 

-Surf City Run Parade on Main St 10am

 

-Fireworks at 9pm at HB Pier

 

 

 

-July 8 - Family Style (Great for Dancing!)

 

-July 15 - Flashback Heart Attack (Fun Party Band!)

 

-July 22 - Tijuana Dogs (Great Party Band!)

 

-July 27 - Cassie B

 

-Aug 17 - Pacific Symphony

 

-Sept 14 - Tijuana Dogs

 

-July 10 - Flashback Heart Attack @ Mason Regional Park

 

-July 31 - Dream Like Taylor @ Irvine Regional Park (Taylor Swift cover)

 

-Aug 7 - Elton The Early Years @ Irvine Regional Park

 

-Aug 14- No Duh: The Ultimate Tribute to No Doubt @ Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach

 

Don't forget to wear your sunscreen and enjoy those coastal breezes! Hope to see you out there!