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Laguna Beach Music Festival - Laguna Beach
February 2-7, 2026

A co-presentation of Laguna Beach Live! and the Philharmonic Society of Orange County

The Laguna Beach Music Festival is a multi-day series of classical and contemporary concerts, community engagement programs, and dynamic special events.

LOCATION:
Laguna Beach
- check site for venues

Black History Parade and Unity Festival - Anaheim
February 7, 2026
8 am - 5 pm

Members of the community are invited to the event to enjoy a well attended parade which includes noted community members, elected officials, community groups, school and church units, singing and dancing units, city service vehicles, and community members who have participated in the history of Orange County and surrounding areas.

LOCATION:
205 West Center Street Promenade
Anaheim CA

Annual San Juan Capistrano Rotary Car Show - San Juan Capistrano
February 7, 2026
9am to 2pm

This event draws nearly 400 exotic and classic show cars, and more than one thousand automotive enthusiasts. This car show is a major fundraising event that enables our SJC Rotary Club to help local charities thrive.

LOCATION:
Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park
30753 Avenida La Pata
San Juan Capistrano, CA

Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Newport Beach
Saturday, February 7, 2026
11:20 am (you must arrive by 11:00am)

Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…

Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Newport Beach - including The Fun Zone, Balboa Pier, Peninsula Park, and the ferry to Balboa Island. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?

This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.

INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events.
Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets.

Magic at the Majestic: An Intimate Evening of Wonder - Anaheim
Friday, February 13, 2026
5 pm & 7:30 pm (with David Minkin)
Saturday, February 14, 2026
2:30 pm, 5 pm & 7:30 pm (with Taylor Hughes)

Discover a hidden world of wonder inside the Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel. Magic at the Majestic is an evening of laughter, mystery, and astonishment.

The shows feature a rotating cast of incredible magicians from places like Las Vegas, America’s Got Talent, and The Magic Castle. Impossible feats unfold just inches away, pulling you into a magical world where anything can happen.

LOCATION:
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
900 Disneyland Dr
Anaheim, CA 92802

INFORMATION / TICKETS:
Purchase tickets online
Or call 480-359-7469 for more information

Laguna Dance presents: Love Letters
February 13-15, 2026

Join us for an unforgettable weekend where movement becomes a message, and every step tells a story. LOVE LETTERS includes 3 breathtaking shows, bringing together world-renowned dancers, and choreographers for a powerful and dynamic experience.

FEB 13 @ 7PM- Feel the power, history, and soul of American dance with Dayton Contemporary Dance Company’s premiere Orange County performance.

FEB 14 @ 7PM – HEART 2 HEART The perfect date night, bring a friend and share this world-class experience. This one-night only performance features breathtaking duets by celebrity dancers from Joffrey Ballet, Miami City Ballet, BalletX, Kynetiqs, ballroom artists, and more.

FEB 15 @ 3PM – SUNDAY FUNDAY: The Best of So Cal Dance! A family-friendly celebration of SoCal dance! Featuring standout performances by the contemporary company Backhausdance, Ballet Project OC, Chinese Dance Company of Southern California, and thrilling works by Azuki Umeda, and Rauf Rubberlegz.

LOCATION:
The Laguna Playhouse
606 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

INFORMATION / TICKETS:
Purchase tickets online

TET FESTIVAL - Costa Mesa
February 13 - 15, 2026

Helping preserve Vietnamese culture, the Tet Festival boasts about the attraction of over 100,000+ audiences and hundreds of booths in a span of a three day weekend event. Visitors are immersed with a vibrant array of traditional foods, live entertainment, festive games, and customs celebrating the Vietnamese Lunar New Year.

LOCATION:
OC Fair & Event Center
Costa Mesa

Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Dana Point
Saturday, February 14, 2026
10:45 am (you must arrive by 10:25 am)

Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…

Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Dana Point: including Dana Point Harbor, Doheny Beach, Dana Island, Lantern Bay Park, Heritage Park, and landmarks along Pacific Coast Hwy. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?

This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.

INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events.
Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets.

2026 Tet Parade - Westminster
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Opening Ceremony 8:30 am

The Tet Parade is a grandiose event that has celebrated the Lunar New Year in Little Saigon for over two decades. Every year Vietnamese communities across the globe tune in to watch the event broadcasted by local TV stations and social media platforms. The Tet Parade features floats, marching bands, lion dances, color guards, veterans and youth organizations, martial arts, multi-cultural attires, elected officials, scout organizations, community organizations, and an array of local and international businesses.

LOCATION:
Parade begins at the intersection of Bolsa Avenue and Magnolia Street, and heads eastbound on Bolsa Avenue. The Parade will turn right on Bushard Street and head southbound, ending at Bishop Place.

Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - San Clemente
Saturday, February 21, 2026
10:45am (you must arrive by 10:25am)

Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…

Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Downtown San Clemente: including The San Clemente Pier, Beach Trails and the Downtown Shops along Del Mar. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?

This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.

INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events.
Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets.

The Kid's Pet Parade & Animal Rescue Expo
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Signups start at 10:00 AM

Part of the annual Fiesta de las Golondrinas celebration. Children between the ages of 5 – 12 can compete for: Best Team Costume (owner and pet), Best Domestic / Household Pet, Best Exotic Pet, Best Barnyard / Farm Animal and Best Bird

Location:
Historic Town Center Park
31806 El Camino Real
San Juan Capistrano, CA

Play & Parties presents: Bluey Family Dance Party - Orange
Friday, February 27, 2026
5-6:30 pm

Bring Mom and Dad to Bluey's Dance Party at Play & Parties!!

We will dance, play games, catch bubbles, play Keepy Uppy and so much more. There will be Pizza for kids and adults. Play & Parties is Orange County's premier theme party location and offers fun classes. activities and special events.

LOCATION:
Play & Parties
1901 N Tustin St
Orange, CA 92865

TICKETS:
Sign up online

Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Old Town San Diego
Saturday, February 28, 2026
11:20 am (you must arrive by 11:00am)

Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…

Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Old Town San Diego. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?

This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.

INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events.
Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets.

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March

Festival of Whales - Dana Point
March 6-8, 2026

The annual Dana Point Festival of Whales celebrates the return of the once-endangered California Gray Whale with a leviathan-size event. In addition to whale watching at the height of whale watching season, festival includes a kick-off parade, Sand Sculpting, Ocean Awareness Day, musical entertainment, on-the-water Concert, Whale of a Block Party, Art Shows, Pancake Breakfast, BBQs, Kids Interpretive Crafts, Classic Car Exhibits, Lectures/Seminars at multiple venues including the Ocean Institute, Historic Walking Tours, Paddling Events, Sailing/Rowing/Kayak/SUP Demos, plus much more!

LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor

Dana Wharf Whale Watching Cruises!

Dana Wharf Whale Watching is offering special cruises during this event! Buy tickets online at www.danawharf.com or call (949) 496-5794 for more information!

GEMfest - Newport Coast
Saturday, March 7, 2026

GEMfest is more than a conference -- it is a festive celebration where middle school girls can get information and inspiration to take on middle school, high school and the world! GEMfest attendees will hear inspiring keynote speeches, learn about local businesses and non-profit organizations at our marketplace and attend their choice of hands-on workshops teaching skills for success such as public speaking, finding your drive, coding or self defense

GEMfest is for Middle school girls in grades 6 through 8 who want to meet like-minded peers, connect with high school students who just get it, and learn from inspiring and approachable female mentors to develop healthy habits for life.

LOCATION:
Sage Hill School
20402 Newport Coast Drive
Newport Coast, CA

El Presidente Ball - San Juan Capistrano
Saturday March 7, 2026
6-10pm

Journey back to the late 1800s of early California and let the Fiesta Association show you how "the West was fun" at this western style dinner dance.

Enjoy some great food and old-fashioned fun while dancing under the stars (weather permitting) to live country-western style music.

LOCATION:
El Adobe de Capistrano
31891 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION:
949-615-1920

Irish Fest @ Old World Village - Huntington Beach
March 8-17, 2026

Come down to the The Biergarten in Old World Huntington Beach for great food, drinks, and live music! During Irish Fest, Corned Beef & Cabbage and Irish Stew will be served at the Biergarten!

LOCATION:
Old World Village
7561 Center Ave.
Huntington Beach

Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Laguna Beach
Saturday, March 14, 2026
11:00 am (you must arrive by 10:40am)

Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…

Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Downtown Laguna Beach: including the areas of Main Beach, Heisler Park, Browns Park and the dowtown area around PCH and Forest Ave. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?

This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.

INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events.
Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets.

OC Wine & Spirit Fest St. Patrick’s Celebration - Silverado
March 15, 2026
12:00 PM

Prepare for an engaging and distinguished event at the OC Wine & Spirit Fest St Patrick’s celebration. Join us in the sprawling grounds of the Giracci Vineyards and Farms, nestled in the picturesque Silverado Canyon of Orange County, for a day filled with joy and revelry. Indulge in the nonstop entertainment with 4 hours of unlimited tastings of exquisite spirits, brews, hard seltzers, and wines curated from around the world. Our event aims to redefine the tasting experience in Orange County, offering an atmosphere of luxury, combined with a casual coastal flair. Immerse yourself in the lively beats of live music, hit the dance floor with your friends, and explore our selection of lifestyle vendors as you sip and savor the finest libations. You will find food booths and food trucks offering food from all over the globe.

General Admission: $100.00 Noon – 4:00pm includes unlimited tastings of wine, brews and spirits VIP Admission: $125.00 Noon – 4:00pm - Includes a luxurious private area seating & hors d'oeuvres. Promo Codes are only good for General Admission tickets!!!

LOCATION:
Giracci Vineyards & Farms Cowboy Canyon Winery
16162 Jackson Ranch Rd.
Silverado, CA 92676

Swallows Day Fiesta Grande - San Juan Capistrano
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
6-9 pm

Fiesta Grande is the kick off of the culmination of the Swallow’s Day Parade Season. Join your friends and make new ones at this care-free evening of fun and live music. Enter to win one of several (Best Belt Buckle, Best Western Hat, etc) categories. Select Judges will award the winners of each category with a special plaque and a $50 gift certificate from the Boot Barn!

LOCATION:
Swallow's Inn
31786 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION
949-615-1920

Saint Joseph's Day at the Mission
March 19, 2026

Live mariachi music, community presentations, Special Guest "Swallows Speakers", Mission Basilica School performances, ringing of the historic bells and History of St. Joseph's Day and Swallows Legend

Location:
Mission San Juan Capistran
Ortega Hwy

INFORMATION:
949-234-1300

Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt - Huntington Beach
Saturday, March 21, 2026
11:20 am (you must arrive by 11:00am)

Designed to be engaging, challenging and entertaining for adults! An incredibly fun and unique competition where you'll prove if your detective skills are good enough to solve a murder…

Each team is given a list of suspects along with a packet of tricky clues, twisted riddles and mind-bending puzzles. All on foot, our logic-based clues will systematically lead you to explore Downtown Huntington Beach: including the Huntington Beach Pier, Downtown Shops, Beach Walking Trail, Pacific City, and Triangle Park. Using your wits and some creativity, each location will reveal another piece of your investigation, and you'll eliminate innocent suspects until you've discovered… Who Done It?

This is NOT a Phone App game. This is an event with a host and other teams. Bring a cell phone to call the helpline in case you get stumped, but a smart phone is not needed, and will not help you. This is great fun for both locals and tourists. There's no official age limit, but the logic-based clues are too difficult for young kids.

INFORMATION / TICKETS
We do an event somewhere in Orange County most Saturdays. Click here for our full schedule of events.
Use Promo Code: OCNET for a 25% discount on tickets.

Swallows Day Parade & Mercado - San Juan Capistrano
Saturday, March 21, 2026

The Parade takes place in down-town San Juan Capistrano. This is the nation's largest non-motorized parade. It is totally organized and presented by the San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association. Arrive early; most street closures are by 10.00 a.m. The parade begins promptly at 11 am.

The Mercado is a Street Fair and Market Place where you can eat, drink, and shop at over 100 booths. It is THE place to be after the parade! Listen and dance to the music of The Working Cowboy Band, a traditional country music band.

LOCATION:
Dowtown San Juan Capistrano

INFORMATION
949-615-1920

Weekend of Art - Los Alamitos
March 27-28, 2026

A 2 day visual and performing arts exhibition. Local artists to join us by submitting one to three works of art in the exhibition. Saturday will also include an arts & crafts vendor fair. We encourage all artists to participate in the exhibition as well as a vendor in the arts & crafts fair.

LOCATION:
Los Alamitos Community Center
10911 Oak St.
Los Alamitos, CA 90720

 

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Whale Watching - Dana Point & Newport Beach

Gray Whales migrate annually along the west coast of North America. They can be seen from the Orange County coast from December through April.

Summer and fall bring the giant blue whales. They can be seen from May through October

Humpback whales, finback whales, & minke whales are viewed year round. Giant marine protected park provides pristine habitat for whales and dolphin and means a simple 2-2.5 hour cruise is all that needed to see whales and dolphin from Dana Point and Newport Beach

LOCATIONS:
You can book cruises at the following locations:

DANA POINT:
NEWPORT BEACH:
Captain Dave's Dolphin & Whale Safari
24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629
Davey's Locker Whale Watching
400 Main Street
Newport Beach Ca 92661
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching
34675 Golden Lantern
Dana Point, CA 92629
Newport Landing
309 Palm - Suite A
Newport Beach, CA. 92661
$16 Cruise Special!
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