The Nutcracker Ballet
December

This traditional, delightful Christmas ballet is presented in its original, full-length version for your holiday enjoyment.

LOCATION:
Golden West College Mainstage Theater
15744 Golden West Street

INFORMATION:
714-895-8150

Cruise of Lights - December

What better way to get in the mood for the holidays than this narrated cruise through the waterways of Huntington Harbour. You can see the holiday lighted homes and holiday decorations during this sponsored event by the Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee and benefiting local school music programs.

Advanced ticket purchase is recommended by calling (714) 840-7542.

"Home for the Holidays" - Auction and Dinner Event
December

Huntington Beach's Soroptimist International annual "Home for the Holidays" auction and dinner event. The volunteer club has raisesfunds annually to support the Huntington Beach Community Clinic, Project Self Sufficiency and other local charities for over a decade while providing the community with its "kick-off" holiday shopping event.

Holiday Parade and Pier Lighting in Huntington Beach
December

Holiday pier lighting, festivities and parade in downtown Huntington Beach.

LOCATION:
The Main Street Holiday Celebration and Pier Lighting and Parade take place at Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street in downtown Huntington Beach.

INFORMATION:
714-960-9276

Huntington Beach Smooth Jazz Series New Years Eve Gala
December 31

Annual Show - entertainment and dancing all night on New Years Eve.

Surf City (Pacific Shoreline) Marathon - February

Annual 26.2 mile marathon travels along oceanfront course. Categories include: Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Kid's 1 Mile. This event Features an amazing collector series of surfboard finisher medals, Surf Bands along the course and a beachfront expo.

LOCATION:
Huntington Street and Pacific Coast Hwy.

INORMATION:
888-422-ORUN (0786)

Annual Easter Hunt

The Huntington Beach Kiwanis Club and the City of Huntington Beach Community Services Department presents an annual Easter Hunt in Huntington Central Park.

LOCATION:
Huntington Beach Central Park

INFORMATION:
714-536-5486

Taste of Huntington Beach - Huntington Beach

A unique sampling of the finest restaurant cuisine in Huntington Beach, paired with the finest wines in California, all in the name of charity! Come enjoy samplings of food and beverages from such restaurants as Duke's Huntington Beach, Aloha Grill, Bodai Tree, Chimayo at the Beach and many more. Wineries and brewers in attendance include Clos Du Bois, Brewbakers, Frei Brothers Reserve and many others. Proceeds benefit the children's wing of the Huntington Beach Library

INFORMATION:
714-375-5023

Bolsa Chica Conservancy's Earth Day Festival - Huntington Beach

LOCATION:
Bolsa Chica Conservancy
3842 Warner Avenue
Huntington Beach

Phone:
(714) 846-1114

Annual Duck-A-Thon - May

Thousands of rubber ducks are sold to the public and tagged with numbers for entry into a race. During the race, they are launched from the Huntington Beach Pier and recaptured by a team of volunteers as they float ashore. Prizes are awarded for the first ducks to come arrive. There's live musical entertainment all day long, food booths and children's activities that include face painting, duck dip and more.

Information:
(714) 536-6712

Huntington Beach Concours
May/June

The Huntington Beach Concours is a fun event where car lovers and enthusiasts can come to enjoy themselves, while knowing that they are also helping a worthy cause, The Huntington Beach Library Children's Resource Center. It is rated # 1 in California, please help us keep it that why by attending this years event.

714-375-5023

Summer Concerts - Surfin' Sundays
April through October

International Surfing Museum annually sponsors free musical performances for the public's enjoyment. Featured at the Surfin' Sundays Concert Series will be live music - surf bands - and vendor booths.

INFORMATION:
714-960-3483

Annual Pier Swim - Huntington Beach
June .

Get yourself in shape, practice your stroke, learn the motions of the waves and you'll be in good company when the pier swim arrives.

Information on this event: 714-536-5281

4th of July Parade & Pier Festival

The day starts early with the Surf City 5K Run and Fitness Expo, the Huntington Beach Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast and then the Annual Huntington Beach 4th of July Parade makes its way along historic Main Street parade route.

After the parade ends, everyone is invited to bask in the Huntington Beach sun and enjoy the Pier Festival until evening, when the excitement mounts in anticipation of a spectacular fireworks display over the ocean.

Hello Kitty Boardfest - Huntington Beach
Labor Day Weekend

Hello Kitty BoardfestSM is returning to the Huntington Beach Pier on Labor Day weekend. The surf-inspired festival features a family-oriented beach exposition showcasing free attractions and games, surf clinics, skateboarding demonstrations and live music all set against the backdrop of a top-rated professional women's surfing competition.

Free daily activities include a rock climbing wall, a mechanical surfboard, face painting, an obstacle course, and a moon bounce house and games every hour including sand castle building contests, tug-of-war, hula hoop contests, relay races, and more.

LOCATION:
Huntington Beach Pier
Huntington Beach, CA

INFORMATION:
(714) 375-1132

Octoberfest - September/October

If you love to drink beer, eat bratwürst and sauerkraut and enjoy dancing to "Oompah-pa music directly from Linzerbuben, Austria, then you'll love the Oktoberfest at Old World Village with its traditional German festivity. Complete with German bands imported from Europe, dancing, and imported beers (of course) and tasty German foods from bratwürst to potato salad to hot pretzels and apple strudel, Oktoberfest has something for everyone.

714-647-7107

Main Street Halloween Celebration
October 31, 2008

For children of all ages, this annual Halloween celebration features trick or treat-ing, kiddie rides and more. Sponsored by the Downtown Business Association, the spooky festivities include a moon bounce, petting zoo, Ferris wheel, pumpkin carving, costume contests and more.

LOCATION:
Downtown Huntington Beach
Main Street

INFORMATION:
(714) 969-0795