Events
OC Yoga Festival
Aug. 24-25. Join the wellness community in downtown Huntington Beach at the Pier Plaza & Beach this weekend. Enjoy a variety of wellness classes on the sand with silent headphones, talks & workshops, mindful vendors, the ‘Zend Den’ and new ‘Biohacking Zone’ and live music concert + DJ music with ocean views. All ages and levels welcome & pet friendly. Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 401 CA-1, Huntington Beach. Tickets and More Information
Sea Country Festival
Aug. 23-25. Bring your friends and family to experience this end-of-summer event with music, rides, games, food, and much more. The Festival is a FREE ENTRY event. The Sea Country Festival will have live music performances throughout the event. The Sea Country Festival will be located on Dorine and El Lazo, in between the Laguna Niguel Design Center and the Chet Holifield Federal Building. Friday-Sunday, hours vary. 23811 Aliso Creek Rd, Laguna Niguel. More Information
Anime Cosplay Party
Aug. 24. Get your cosplays ready and brush up on your anime lore for the next monthly cosplay event at Elixir Tea Bar. Home to magical boba, teas, and ice cream, this event will feature anime trivia, ninja star throwing and of course, great cosplay. Enjoy the specialty teas and concoctions all event. All ages welcome from 6-9 p.m. with 18+ only from 9 p.m.-midnight. 1779 Newport Blvd, 2nd Floor, Costa Mesa. elixirteacraft.com
Food + Drink
3CAT Grand Opening and Giveaways
Aug. 23. Located in The Promenade near World of Racing, 3Cat is a specialty beverage store offering handcrafted teas with fun toppings like boba, jelly stars and popping fruit balls. Opening specials include: free drink for the first 50 customers on Friday, buy one/get one free through Sunday and get a surprise free gift through Sunday. Opening day start this Friday at 11 a.m. 2437 Park Ave., Tustin. 3catea.com
Broken Yolk Opens in Irvine
Now Open. Broken Yolk Cafe features an extensive house-made breakfast, brunch, and lunch menu, plus exclusive mimosa flights, and more. Breakfast favorites include the six signature benedict options, as well as delicious lunch fare, and more, including a boozy brunch, don’t miss the exclusive Megamosa launch. 3988 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine. thebrokenyolkcafe.com
Dog Day Sundays at Zov’s Newport Coast
Every Sunday. Experience the lively ambiance of “Dog Day Sundays” at Zov’s, where the sounds of jazz music will fill the air. Guests can sip on refreshing mimosas or selections from Zov’s Bubbly Bar as they enjoy their full menu, which complements the vibrant atmosphere. Patrons can also capture the moment with doggie photo ops, pet portraits, and more. Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 21101 – 21185 Newport Coast Drive Newport Beach. More Information
Arts + Culture
Art Workshop – Art of the Athlete with Eric Theodore
Aug. 25. Led by LCAD MFA graduate Eric Theodore, this workshop focuses on drawing the athletic form with white charcoal on black paper. Eric will demonstrate how to capture light and shadow to create realistic, glowing figures. Supplies are included, and participants can bring their own photo references. Ages 12+. 11 a.m. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. More Information
GHOST TOWN ALIVE! at Knott’s Berry Farm
Until Sept. 2. Dust off your cowboy boots and head to Ghost Town Alive! at Knott’s Berry Farm, where summer brings bandits, cowboys, robberies, judges and a classic western hoedown to the town of Calico. Immerse yourself in an authentic Wild West adventure, becoming part of the story as honorary citizens of Calico, with tasks and activities that shape the unfolding tale. Open daily at 10 a.m. 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park. knotts.com
Pageant’s Last Saturday Performance – A Night Not to be Missed
Aug. 24. This unforgettable night will feature fine art, a concert with Matt Mauser and his Frank Sinatra Big Band Tribute, and a performance of the Pageant of the Masters’ À La Mode: The Art of Fashion, introduced by actress, writer, and producer Kirsten Vangsness. Expect a night full of exciting surprises, photo opportunities, and a raffle drawing for amazing prizes. 650 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach. Tickets and more Information
Photo credits: Cowboy and kid courtesy of Knott’s Berry Farm. Broken Yolk courtesy of Agenda PR. Zov’s courtesy of Outshine PR. All other images are courtesy of the businesses and venues.
