Events
Field Trip Fest
April 11. Presented by Docent Brewing, and in tandem with celebrating their 9-year anniversary, Field Trip Fest is a celebration of craft beer, community, music, food, and enjoying them all with friends. Bring your friends and family for one of the best days around – rain or shine! Tickets and parking/drop-off information available here. Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park, Avenida La Pata, Mission Viejo. More Information
Imaginology
April 11-12. At Imaginology, kids and their families will not only see a world of wonder, but can participate in a wide range of fun and educational hands-on activities designed to inspire and encourage academic and career exploration. All exhibitors at Imaginology will feature activities from one of the five STEAM subject areas: science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.10 a.m. – 4 p.m. both days. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. More Information
Walk MS
April 11. Fun, festival-like event with a 1-3 mile walk. All routes are accessible, and mobility devices are welcome. The National MS Society’s mission is to end the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis. Everyone is welcome at Walk MS — with no registration fee or fundraising minimum. While there is no fee to participate, every dollar raised helps lift those living with MS and their supporters. Walk kick-off at 9:30 a.m. Experian, 475 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa. More Information
Food + Drink
Margarita Crawl Begins
Begins April 12. Margarita Crawl is your official excuse to stop doing the boring stuff and start sipping something fun. For one week, Orange County turns into a margarita playground different restaurants, different flavors, and zero pressure except to enjoy yourself. It’s easy! No tickets and no passes. Simply search the list of participating restaurants and go enjoy a new margarita each day. Participating Restaurants and More Information
El Brewjo Turns 5
April 11. One of Orange County’s most beloved pop-ups is turning five, and having a good old fashioned block party in Old Towne Orange in celebration! Serving up their famous Cheeseburgers Chingonas, the block party will feature additional food vendors, craft vendors, a classic car show, music, and more! Come enjoy cold beers from the host site, Chapman Crafted Beer! 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. 123 N. Cypress Street, Orange. More Information
New Menu Launches at P10neer
Now Available. One of Orange County’s most accomplished cocktail bars, P10neer, has unveiled a brand new cocktail menu for guests to imbibe on. Known for creative and innovative drink creations, the trend continues with this new menu. Drinks like the Transfusion, featuring radicchio, blueberry, and rhubarb. Open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. 2698 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa. More Information
Arts + Culture
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Emmet Cohen Presents: Miles and Coltrane
April 11. In celebration of the centennial of John Coltrane and Miles Davis, pianist Emmet Cohen brings together an all-star quintet to explore the fundamental questions that shaped their artistry: Why are we here? What are we reaching for? Where does the music take us? A dynamic ensemble led by pianist Emmet Cohen, featuring saxophonist Tivon Pennicott and Trumpeter Jeremy Pelt, will celebrate these geniuses in Miles and Coltrane at 100. 8 p.m. 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine. More Information
Kidstock Music Festival
Ends April 11. Get ready to rock, roll, sway, sing, and bop! Pretend City is bringing back Kidstock Music & Arts Festival! Enjoy live musical performances throughout the week and explore a mix of musical styles! Because of the generosity of donors, Kidstock is bigger, brighter, and more hands-on than ever! A list of performances each day can be found here. This exhibit is included in museum admission. 29 Hubble, Irvine. More Information
Slow Art Day: Sound Bath and Meditation
April 11. Join sound healer Rana Nader for a deeply immersive sound meditation using the extraordinary vibrations of singing bowls. During this experience, participants will be bathed in harmonic frequencies produced by quartz crystal bowls infused with precious minerals and gemstones. These powerful vibrations help calm the nervous system, quiet the mind, and guide the body into a state of deep relaxation and inner balance. 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. More Information
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