Events
Burger Week Returns
Starts May 25. One of the tastiest weeks of the year returns. Everywhere Beer Co. is rounding up all of their best burger buds for a week-long celebration of all things burgers. It’s their second annual burger week; grab a passport at the bar, order up some burgers, collect stamps, and unlock prizes. This event goes through June 1st. Hours vary. 1501 W. Orangewood Ave, Orange. More Information
Sammy Hagar Day
May 23. Cabo Wabo Beach Club is turning up the volume for a day dedicated to the legendary Red Rocker himself. Located at The Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach, Cabo Wabo Beach Club invites guests to raise a glass and celebrate with exclusive drink specials, photo ops, and a high-energy Instagram giveaway that brings the party vibes all weekend long. Hours vary. 21100 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. More Information
Diaper Drive
Dontate Today. HomeAid OCLA’s Diaper Drive is an annual fundraiser that collects diapers, wipes and baby food for families with young children who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness in our community. This year, HomeAid OCLA’s goal is to collect 1 million essential items at their Drive Thru Drop-Off event at The District at Tustin Legacy. The event will run from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. next Saturday. 2437 Park Ave., Tustin. More Information
Food + Drink
Comedy Night Ft. Shang Forbes
May 25. HBO Comedy star Shang Forbes to come over to Darkroom this month, where the chefs have upped their game on the food side and decides to have fun making some of their American/Chinese food favorites, Darkroom stye. Speciality food menu available a la cart. Show begins at Sunday at 6 p.m. Tickets are available here. 3751 South Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana. More Information
Memorial Day Meat from The Market by The Meat Cellar
Now Open. Dine in or pick up from the butcher for grilling at home. The Market also includes a boutique shop with house-made rubs and marinades, boutique wines, pantry staples, tableware, gifts, and handmade items—all thoughtfully sourced from local and female-owned businesses. Hours vary. River Street Marketplace, 31856 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano. More Information
Italian Wine Night at Ahba
May 22. Euro Summer starts this week and this Thursday, the team at Ahba is bringing in a massive selection of hand-picked, Italian wines for a one-night wine night. Featuring a beautiful selection, priced at $25, and paired alongside the restaurant’s iconic food menu, this a perfect way to escape to the Italy while sitting in the California Riviera that is Laguna Beach. Thursday, 5-9 p.m. 31732 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach. More Information
Memorial Weekend BBQ Event in Orange County
May 24. Kick off summer poolside at Hilton Irvine’s Memorial Day BBQ, featuring access to the hotel’s resort-style heated pool, fire pits, and lawn games. Guests can enjoy live DJ sets, classic outdoor activities like cornhole, and a barbecue feast with Angus burgers, herb-marinated chicken, garden burgers, and sides like heirloom potato salad and coleslaw. Tickets ($33 adults, $16 kids) are available via ResortPass and include all-day access to the festivities. Saturday, 1–4 p.m. 8800 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine. Get Tickets Now
California Meets New Zealand
May 22. Special guest and founding winemaker, Clive Jones, will guide guests through what makes Marlborough’s viticulture so special, with a selection of wines that are rarely spotted in the U.S. market. Clive’s focus will be on all the nerdy stuff – terroir, sustainability, and his passion for foraged ingredients back home in New Zealand, all paired with an amazing menu. Thursday, 5 8:30 p.m. Tickets available here. 3441 Via Lido Suite A, Newport Beach. More Information
Arts + Culture
Life of Pi roars into Segerstrom Center
Starts June 3. Winner of three Tony Awards and the Olivier Award for Best Play, Life of Pi is a dazzling stage adaptation of Yann Martel’s best-selling novel. A theatrical event unlike anything else, Life of Pi is an unforgettable, epic tale of adventure and an exhilarating evening of entertainment! June 3 – 15 only, at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.orgÂ
LAM Kids Sensory Friendly Studio
May 24. Laguna Art Museum proudly presents LAM Kids Sensory-Friendly Studio: a workshop developed to provide a positive artmaking experience for all.This workshop is designed for those who benefit from a more sensory-friendly experience. Led by Teaching Artists from both LAM and O.C. Arts and Disability, you will be encouraged to tap into your creativity and fun. Saturday, 9 a.m.-10 a.m. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. More Information
Scottish Fest
May 24-25. The event features hundreds of bagpipers and drummers, Scottish and Irish food and vendors, Scottish clans, Highland dancing and traditional Scottish feats of strength like the hammer throw, putting the stone and caber toss. Part of the United Scottish Society, the festival was established in 1932 and was called a Highland Games in the tradition of Scottish heritage. Hours vary. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. More Information
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