Events
Brea Fest
Aug. 8. Brea Fest is a family event that is the “tastiest” celebration of the year. Enjoy great food and drinks, live music, exhibitions in the Gallery, demonstrating artists, live theater performances, shopping in market row, and much more. “Kidsville” is sponsored by North Hills Church and includes face painting, balloon animals, make-and-take crafts, a bounce house and kid-friendly foods. Friday, 6:30-10 p.m. Civic & Cultural Center, 1 Civic Center Circle, Brea. More Information
70th Fiesta Music Festival
Aug. 10. Held on scenic Ave. Del Mar, two main blocks of downtown San Clemente are dedicated to an entire day of FUN. Food and game booths sponsored by local nonprofit organizations, three stages with continuous live music throughout the day, contests for all ages, international booths, arts & crafts show, kiddie area, exhibits, face painters and much more. Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. San Clemente. More Information
Heritage BBQ 5 Year Anniversary Party
Aug. 9. Come celebrate 5 Years of Heritage Barbecue. Enjoy live fire barbecue and special bites (available to purchase while supplies last) from the Heritage crew and from some of the best in the game, from all over the country. Raffles, live music, and more are also available. This event is open to the public, and not to be missed. The event runs this Sunday, from 12–7 p.m. at SeaSalt Smokehouse, at Bolsa Chica State Beach. 18751 Pacific Coast Hwy Unit #3, Huntington Beach. More Information
Food + Drink
Kei Coffee House Celebrates One Year
Aug. 7-10. Westminster’s Kei Coffee House marks its first anniversary with a weekend of $3.65 drink specials and exciting giveaways from August 7–10. Guests can sip favorites like the Strawberry Matcha, Banana Toffee Latte, and Orange Jasmine Tea while entering to win prizes including a Nintendo Switch 2, Disneyland Park Hopper tickets, and a $200 Kei Concepts gift card. 15691 Brookhurst St, Westminster. More Information
Ahba Costa Mesa Turns 1
Aug. 9. Fancy a night out with friends, food, dancing, and drinks? Ahba in Costa Mesa has you covered, as they take the night this Saturday to celebrate their first year open. Pre-game starts at Buzz’s (The restaurant’s rooftop bar and lounge space) with rooftop burgers and booze. Come raise a glass to a space that has captured the hearts of countless locals. Advanced tickets for admission are on sale now for $10. Pre-game at 8 p.m. Doors open and dancing begins downstairs at 10:30 and goes until late. Advanced tickets for admission are on sale now for $10. 2937 Bristol St, Costa Mesa. More Information
Stone Groove Stillhouse Opens
Now Open. A ground-breaking fusion of music and spirits, Stone Groove Stillhouse is more than just a distillery, it’s a visceral experience where sonic energy shapes flavor. Through their bespoke Musically Mastered™, patent-pending process, musical energy from different genres of music is used to influence the interaction between spirit and wood. Come experience the delicious end result of this process, along with great food and cocktails, seven days a week, starting at 5 p.m. 500 S. Anaheim Blvd, Space A, Anaheim. More Information
Juice It Up! Opens Anaheim Hills Location
Now Open. Leading açai bowl, handcrafted smoothie and raw juice chain, Juice It Up! is excited to announce that it has officially opened its new Anaheim Hills location, expaning the brand’s presence throughout Southern California. Located at Canyon Plaza, the new Juice It Up! location in Anaheim Hills is bringing the community-favorite smoothie and juice brand to more locals and visitors throughout Orange County. Various Locations. More Information
Arts + Culture
Audiences LOVE A Beautiful Noise
Until Aug. 10. Created in collaboration with Neil Diamond himself, A BEAUTIFUL NOISE is the uplifting true story of how a kid from Brooklyn became a chart-busting, show-stopping American rock icon. Only 5 more chances remain to see the blockbuster smash-hit at Segerstrom Center for the Arts! Now–Sunday, August 10 only! 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org
Festival Runway Fashion Show
Aug. 10. Fashion meets philanthropy at the Festival of Arts’ 16th annual Runway Fashion Show, returning to the Festival Green. This year’s Runway Fashion Show promises to be a captivating blend of creativity, sustainability, and high fashion. Festival exhibiting artists are invited to design and construct one-of-a-kind couture garments using only recycled, reclaimed, and repurposed materials. Sunday, from noon-2 p.m. 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. More Information
The Crossword King: Talk & Puzzles
Aug. 10. Come for a captivating and interactive session with Myles Mellor, one of the world’s most prolific and celebrated crossword puzzle creators. Know as the “Crossword King,” Myles has authored and published over 17,000 puzzles across major publication, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and more. As part of the experience, the audience will have the opportunity to complete two special art-themed puzzles created exclusively for this event. 11 a.m. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. More Information
Photo credits: Stone Groove courtesy of Moxxe PR. All other images are courtesy of the businesses and venues.
