Events
626 Night Market
June 7-9. Inspired by the famous open-air nighttime bazaars of Asia, the 626 Night Market brings together people to eat, drink, socialize and be entertained. This iconic Californian festival features over 250 food vendors, merchandise, crafts, artists, games, live concerts and entertainment attractions, creating an epic event that appeals to all ages. Friday-Sunday, 4-11 p.m. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. 626nightmarket.com
Sip and Dip OC
June 8. Add some ice to that morning coffee and then some at Orange County’s hottest and coldest club meet-up. Sip and Dip OC welcomes friends from all over to start their weekend with some coffee, treats, a sauna session, a cold plunge and of course, vibes. Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon. Almond Surfboards, 1720 Santa Ana Ave, Costa Mesa. sipanddipoc.com
KelpFest
June 8. Hosted by the Laguna Ocean Foundation with the support of dedicated partner organizations, KelpFest celebrates Laguna Beach’s unique shoreline, our vital coastal resources and the kelp that supports them. This free festival features music from Mana and the Garden Band, ocean awareness activities, informational booths, games and art. Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Main Beach, Broadway St & CA-1, Laguna Beach. lagunaoceanfoundation.org
40th Anniversary Party at Hilton Anaheim
June 6. You are invited to an 80s-themed 40th Anniversary party at the MIX Lounge, commemorating its 1984 opening at Hilton Anaheim. The event features complimentary 80s-inspired bites like potato skins, meatball sliders and shrimp cocktail. Specialty cocktails, such as the WooWoo and Whiskey Business, will be available at a cash bar. The event is open to the public and guests are encouraged to wear their best 80s attire. Thursday, June 6th from 5-7 p.m. 777 W. Convention Way, Anaheim. More Information
Food + Drink
Press and Moka 2-Year Anniversary
June 6. Press and Moka Coffeehouse is celebrating two years in style with an event including live music by The Sonoramics, as well as raffles for special prizes, a selection of perfectly mixed mocktails and more. Come enjoy and see for yourself what sets this European-style casual cafe apart. The event will begin Thursday at 11 a.m. 18881 Von Karman Ave., Suite 175, Irvine. pressandmoka.com
Summer Love Pairing
June 6. Come to Lola Gaspar for a cocktail + à la carte food pairing with Madre Mezcal. Sip on cocktails like the “Velvet Amor,” featuring Madre Espadin, Velvet Falernum, Amaro Angelino and Mexican bitters, all paired with Lola Gaspar’s outstanding food offerings. This Thursday from 6-10 p.m.211 W 2nd St, Santa Ana. lolagaspar.com
Wild Goose Annual Luau Party
June 9. The time has come once again for one of the best parties of the year as The Wild Goose hosts its Annual Summer Luau. Wear your best Hawaiian shirt or island attire and come enjoy a fun-filled day. Featuring music, a whole pig roast, tiki drink specials, raffles, games and more. Get there early as there will be a welcome cocktail offered until 2 p.m. Sunday. 436 E 17th St, Costa Mesa. goosebar.com
Pub Thirty-Two Turns Ten
June 9. Pub Thirty-Two is celebrating 10 YEARS. Come for their anniversary party – with a complimentary buffet, live music, drink specials and plenty of fun. Be sure to bring a canned food item to donate to their annual food drive. Registration for this event can be made here. Sunday, 2-5 p.m. 23962 Alicia Pkwy, Mission Viejo. pubthirtytwo.com
Arts + Culture
Joe Goode Opens in Laguna Beach
June 6. Come enjoy this Thursday’s Art Walk as The Honarkar Foundation for Arts & Culture proudly presents “Joe Goode | Select Works: 1970s – 2000s”. An influential American artist best known for his contributions to the Pop Art movement of the 1960s, Goode’s art has been widely exhibited across the United States and internationally for over 60 years. Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 298 Broadway, Laguna Beach. thehonarkarfoundation.org
UCI Symphony Orchestra
June 7. The UCI Symphony Orchestra is one of the premier large performance ensembles in Orange County, representing the Department of Music. Join the UCI Symphony Orchestra for the final concert of the season. The orchestra will perform an evening of orchestral classics from your favorite composers under the direction of conductor Dr. Geoffrey Pope. Friday at 8 p.m. 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine. thebarclay.org
Ikebana Workshop at Sushi Ii
June 9. Embark on a journey of Japanese floral artistry led by the esteemed Natsumi Laske – a Sogetsu Ikebana Teachers Association member and founder of Flower & Branch. During this interactive workshop, guests will learn the fundamentals of Ikebana while crafting their own floral arrangements to take home. Tickers can be found here. Sunday, 2-4 p.m. 100 West Coast Highway, Suite 202, Newport Beach. sushi-ii.com
Photo credits: Market crowd courtesy of 626 Night Market. All other images are courtesy of the businesses and venues.
