Events

Registration Opens for Summer Skate Camp

Registration Open Now. Grouped by skill level, skaters will learn proper techniques, improve skills, learn proper skate etiquette, and have tons of fun. Skate Camp is also a great place to develop life skills such as goal setting, teamwork, perseverance, problem solving and communication. All skaters must wear a helmet and elbow/knee pads at all times. Camp will run the following week, but registration closes soon. 27745 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel. Registration and More Information

Italian Nights at Giracci Vineyards

July 12. Indulge in a night of delicious Italian cuisine and wine while enjoying live entertainment. Michael R Cipolla returns to Giracci Vineyards for an encore performance for this very special Italian Nights. Your evening will be filled with songs from the Great American Songbook. You will hear songs made popular by so many Italian crooners of the golden era of American music, like Sinatra, Martin, Bennett, and so many more. 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Giracci Vineyards & Farms, 16162 Jackson Ranch Road, Silverado. More Information

Western Movie Night

July 11. A Western pop-up event for all ages featuring small business vendors, a dinner experience, handcrafted provisions and line dancing all to enjoy under the night sky. Come enjoy wines by Native Hands, food from Ahba, sweet treats from McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams, and much more. Starts this Friday, doors open at 6 p.m. Line dancing begins at 6:30 p.m. Movie begins at 8:30 p.m. The Swanner House, 29943 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. More Information

Food + Drink

Boil and Bake Turns 3

July 11. See you Friday to celebrate three years in business for Boil & Bake. Alongside the regular menu that has Boil & Bake an instant Orange County classic comes the return – one day only – of a fan favorite. That’s right, the Pizza Bagel returns. From open to close – or when the team sells out – there will be three different pizza bagel options available to crowds celebrating this beloved small business. Friday, doors open at 7 a.m. 270 Bristol Street, Suite 114, Costa Mesa. More Information

National Tequila Day All Month Long

July 10. Descanso Restaurant is toasting to National Tequila Day with a month-long celebration featuring chef-inspired premium tequila pairings every Thursday in July. This week’s pairings hail from Milagro. Featuring their Silver, paired with a Watermelonrita & Arugula Salad. Followed by the Reposado, paired with Carnitas Skillet. Finally, the Anejo – served neat – with a Arroz Con Leche Cheesecake. ($65) Guests also have the option to order just the tequila flight for $28. 1555 Adams Ave. Ste. 103, Costa Mesa. More Information

Konpa Opens Its Doors

Open Now. Acclaimed chef Jason Yamaguchi, whose culinary roots span from O‘ahu to Michelin-starred kitchens across the U.S., has officially opened his highly anticipated Konpa Nikkei in the heart of Corona del Mar. Konpa is a tribute to Nikkei cuisine, artfully combining Japanese cooking techniques with the vibrant ingredients of Peruvian cuisine. The restaurant offers a fast-casual experience rooted in authenticity and innovation, with a focus on elegant, high-quality ingredients. Hours vary. 3333 East Coast Hwy, Corona del Mar. More Information

Lunch Menu All Day Thursdays

Beginning July 10. From Patty Melts to Beef Tallow Fries, natural wines to vinyl, and everything in between, you can now enjoy the fantastic lunch menu all day Thursdays at Le Hut Dinette. There is no better time than now to come see what the team at Le Hut Dinette has been cooking up that has been landing them in the crosshairs of major food publications all over. Walk-ins only. Open all day from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. 730 n. Poinsettia St., Santa Ana. More Information

Arts + Culture

Broadway Divas

July 13.  Segerstrom Center’s beloved Broadway Divas return to Samueli Theater this July with an all-new production packed with larger-than-life costumes, dynamic sets, and fierce choreography. Hosted by the iconic Miss Clair Voyance, this must-see drag showcase features an all-star lineup of Southern California’s top performers serving up unforgettable lip-syncs, laughs, and theatrical glamour. Sunday, hours vary. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. scfta.org

Punk Icon Exene Cervenka

July 12.  Laguna Art Museum will host a bold closing event for Carole Caroompas: Heathcliff and the Femme Fatale Go on Tour featuring punk legend Exene Cervenka of the band X in conversation with art critic Shana Nys Dambrot and artist/writer Jenny Doh. The panel—Art, Punk Rock & Gender Roles—promises a powerful discussion at the intersection of art, feminism, and music, honoring Caroompas’s subversive legacy. A Q&A and reception will follow the event. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. Tickets and More Information

Art Happy Hour & Pop-Up Talk

July 11. Come to the Orange County Museum of Art this Friday for a pop-up talk about an artwork from the museum’s current exhibitions. After the talk, visit the bar on Level 2 and enjoy a cocktail inspired by the talk’s featured work. Admission is free and drinks are available for purchase. This month’s exhibits include 2025 California Biennial: Desperate, Scared, But Social, and more. The event runs this Friday from 5-6 p.m. Orange County Museum of Art, 3333 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa. More Information

Photo credits: Descanso courtesy of ACE Agency. Konpa courtesy of Outshine PR. All other images are courtesy of the businesses and venues.