Events
Irish Fest at Old World Village
Now-March 17. Come experience Irish Fest – a ten-day celebration of Irish music, food, and fun. Raise a pint (or two) of Irish, German, and Belgian beers, or sip on signature Irish cocktails and whiskeys. Indulge in hearty Irish classics like Corned Beef and Cabbage, Irish Stew and Freshly Baked Soda Bread. Enjoy desserts of Sugar Cookies and Frosted Pretzels. Live music throughout the entire event as well for all to enjoy. Hours vary. 7561 Center Ave. #49, Huntington Beach. More Information
OC Wine & Spirit Fest St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
March 15. Get a jump on the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with some libations. Come down to the sprawling grounds of the Giracci Vineyards and Farms, nestled in the picturesque Silverado Canyon of Orange County, for a day filled with joy and revelry. Indulge in the nonstop entertainment with 4 hours of unlimited tastings of exquisite spirits, brews, hard seltzers, and wines curated from around the world, alongside music, dancing, food, and more. Sunday, noon-4 p.m. 16162 Jackson Ranch Road, Silverado. More Information
2026 OC Restaurant Week Concludes
Ends March 14. Who doesn’t love delicious food & great deals? Orange County Restaurant Week – the largest celebration of the Orange County dining scene all year long – finishes its 2026 celebration this week. Now through March 14th, enjoy countless special menus offered at discounted prices only during this celebration of all things OC restaurants. A full list of participating restaurants can be found at ocrestaurantweek.com
Food + Drink
MUJEN Shochu Tasting at Sushi Ii
March 12. Sushi Ii in Newport Beach will host a special MUJEN Shochu tasting during dinner service. A representative from brand will be on hand to guide guests through a curated tasting of three expressions from the premium Japanese shochu brand, including MUJEN Ai Lite, MUJEN Original, and MUJEN X. Guests dining at the five-time MICHELIN Guide-listed restaurant will have the opportunity to explore the nuances of each pour while enjoying Sushi Ii’s seasonal cuisine. Reservations for dinner can be made online. 100 West Coast Highway, Suite 202, Newport Beach. More Information
New Hot Dog of The Month at Bardega
Available Now. This month’s dog is bringing a little Seoul to Bardega. Featuring an all-beef hotdog with sautéed pork belly, ganjang umami sauce, chili flake, house-made cucumber kimchi, cilantro, and onions and carrots, this new month-long special will put a smile on your face, and in your Seoul. Enjoy it alongside a craft cocktail or mocktail for a delightfully delicious time. Hours vary. 24781 Alicia Parkway Suite A, Laguna Hills. 949.484.9980. More Information
Glasspar Levels Up Brunch
Now Available. Did you hear? Glasspar – one of Orange County’s most lauded seafood restaurants – is leveling up their weekend brunch game. While we’re they are longer serving lunch on Fridays, they have expanded their brunch menu to include all of your lunchtime favorites- including their famous Albacore Tuna Melt, Spiced Ahi Sandwhich, Tacos and more. All your favorites, all weekend long. Available Saturday & Sunday, from 10:30 a.m.-4:00 .m.24961 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point. More Information
Viral Sweet Potato Dessert at Kei Coffee House
Now Available. Kei Coffee House is tapping into the internet’s latest dessert obsession with the debut of its new Sweet Potato series. Leading the lineup is the Sweet Potato Crème Brûlée, a viral-inspired dessert featuring roasted sweet potato—soft, caramelized, and naturally sweet—topped with a torched sugar crust that cracks satisfyingly with each tap. The flavor continues into two new drinks: a Sweet Potato Latte and a Sweet Potato Matcha Latte, each finished with a cloud of torched sweet potato cream. Together, the trio highlights the ingredient’s rich, earthy sweetness in both dessert and drink form. 15691 Brookhurst Street, Westminster. keicoffeehouse.com
Arts + Culture
Be Our Guest to Broadway’s Best!
Subscribe Now. It is our 40th Broadway season at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and oh what a year we have in store! Our 2026–27 lineup features 10 acclaimed productions—including six Orange County premieres—ranging from spectacular new versions of iconic classics to Tony Award-winning favorites and bold new works fresh from New York City. Subscribe and save! 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org
Jean Stern Presents: The Life and Art of Anna Hills
March 15. The Life and Art of Anna Hills (1882-1930) is a slide-illustrated lecture on one of California’s most important artists. Born in Ohio, Hills studied art at the Art Institute of Chicago and studied in Paris, London and Holland before returning to the United States. She was a founding member of the Laguna Beach Art Association who helped raise the funds to purchase the land and construct the building that housed the Laguna Beach Art Association and is now the Laguna Art Museum. Sunday, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. More Information
A Celebration of American Music from Bob Dylan to Bonnie Raitt
March 15. A Celebration of American Music from Bob Dylan to Bonnie Raitt brings together some of today’s most accomplished and expressive female artists for an exuberant exploration of this expansive and singular American genre. Featuring vocalists and instrumentalists, Cristina Vane and Brennen Leigh, together they will interpret iconic songs. Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the United States founding, A Celebration of American Music will entertain and inspire audiences at a historic moment in our nation’s history. Sunday at 5 p.m. 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine. More Information
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