Events
Carvana PPA Tour
Through June 22. Experience Pickleball like never before as the Caravan PPA Tour comes to Orange County. The stars of the game battle for titles and PPA rankings points at 25+ tour stops across the United States – Now all roads converge on San Clemente for the Select Medical Orange Country Cup. Tickets can be found here. Life Time Rancho San Clemente, 111 Avenida Vista Montana, San Clemente. More Information
OC Greek Fest
June 20-22. The festival evokes the sights, sounds and tastes that define the traditional Greek way of life. Enjoy the hospitality of the St Paul’s community and experience the simple pleasures of life in a Greek village. Music, dancing, food and much more. Hours vary by day. St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church, 4949 Alton Parkway, Irvine. irvinegreekfest.com
VidCon Anaheim
June 19-21. VidCon Anaheim returns to the Convention Center for its 14th year, uniting top digital creators, fans, and industry pros. The newest Featured Creators span gaming, animation, lifestyle, and true crime—think Aphmau, Bailey Sarian, Jeenie Weenie, Steven He, Leo González, and the Mythical Kitchen crew. With panels, performances, meet-and-greets, and immersive brand activations, the three-day fest remains a pulse check on internet culture. Hours vary. 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim. vidcon.com
FV Summerfest
June 19-22. There’s no time like summertime in Fountain Valley. Come down with the whole family to a. weekend of carnival rides, vendors, food booths and the famous FV Classic Car Show, great entertainment, and beer garden. 16400 Brookhurst St. Fountain Valley. 714.649.2760. More Information
Food + Drink
Fourth Annual Anniversary Grand Wine Tasting Soiree
June 19. “All you can sip, all you can eat.” These are always great words to hear – you can experience them in person. Come to OSEA for their Fourth Annual Anniversary Grand Wine Tasting Soiree, eight Vendors, 40+ Wines and wines available for purchase at special retail pricing. $75 per person. Tickets may be purchased here. 5:30 or 7:30 pm. 109 S Glassell Street, Orange. eatosea.com
Wurst Fest
June 21-22. Get your tummy ready for Wurst Fest – our annual event filled with mouthwatering authentic and hearty German bratwurst, soft pretzels, tangy sauerkraut and an array of German beers. Dare to tantalize your taste buds with exotic and traditional sausages. Free admission and free parking. 7561 Center Ave. #49,Huntington Beach. More Informztion
Strickland’s Ice Cream Celebrates One Year of Sweet Success in Costa Mesa
Now Serving. Ringing in its one-year anniversary at its Costa Mesa location, Strickland’s Ice Cream marks a sweet chapter for the Ohio-born brand in Orange County. Known for its ultra-creamy, small-batch ice cream made fresh daily using vintage machines from the 1930s that’s hard to find elsewhere. This month, rotating flavors include sweet red bean, Nutella chip, paradise trios and orange pineapple—plus hits like Dubai taro and Reese’s Cup. Don’t miss Milkshake Mondays (3–7 p.m.) for a free upsizing, and keep an eye out for seasonal specials and neighborhood events as this fan-favorite celebrates its milestone. Open daily, 12–10 p.m. 1767 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. mystricklands.com
Farm to Table Pizza Dinner with Grazie Grazie Pizzaria
June 21. Come for a special, community-focused farm-to-table evening—featuring great food, engaging conversation, and an interesting group of people. Take in the beauty of a summer night while sitting among the olive trees at this picturesque Laguna Beach farm, while enjoying ocean breezes and sweeping views of the Pacific. Tickets and more information can be found here. 1085 Bluebird Canyon Drive, Laguna Beach. lagunatastestours.com
Sweetgreen Laguna Niguel Opens
Now Open. Expanding its Orange County presence, Sweetgreen has opened its 5th location in Laguna Niguel. Guests can welcome the summer season and indulge in the restaurant’s menu of thoughtfully sourced, scratch-made meals. This is the third location in Orange County to feature the restaurant brand’s Infinite Kitchen technology. 27221 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel. More Information
Arts + Culture
The World’s Most Beloved Ballet
June 20-22. The acclaimed Miami City Ballet brings the achingly beautiful Swan Lake for 5 performances only at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Don’t miss the West Coast premiere of visionary choreographer Alexei Ratmansky’s Swan Lake, a production so exquisite the NY Times raves it “has become the one by which we should judge all others.” Friday–Sunday only! 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org
Art Workshop: Figure Drawing
June 20. Join Peter Zokosky, Chair of MFA Drawing + Painting at LCAD, for a figure drawing workshop. Learn the basics and build on your knowledge of how to draw the human form with a live model. Supplies included with purchase of ticket. Please note that the model will be nude so this event is only for adults 18+. 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. More Information
Baroque Music Festival
Begins June 22. This Festival provides astounding wealth and diversity of the Baroque era in a wide variety of ways. Large-scale works, with and without singers, are offered during Sunday concerts, while three mid-week programs give the opportunity to enjoy solo recitals and chamber music, all performed by the finest musicians in the historically informed Baroque field. Location, Tickets, and More Information
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