Orange County

Weekend roundup

May 11-14

Events

Comics and Cards Festival

May 13. Gamers, movie buffs, comic enthusiasts, anime lovers, and more are invited to Downtown Anaheim’s very first Comics and Cards Festival. This free event aims to bring together enthusiasts from all over for a celebratory afternoon. Saturday, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. 201 West Center Street Promenade, Anaheim. downtownanaheim.com

Spring Cocktail Tour

Now Available. Check out The District at Tustin Legacy’s Spring Cocktail Tour happening in partnership with OC Foodies. Several restaurants will offer spring-inspired cocktails throughout the month of May, including The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar, Casa Del Sol Cocina Mexicana, Prego Restaurant, The Yellow Chilli, Rakkan Ramen, Lucille’s Smokehouse Bar-B-Que and Ra Sushi. For specific time and location, Click Here

Food + Drink + Mother’s Day

Brunch at Calaca Mamas

May 14. Anaheim’s Day-of-the-Dead-themed eatery, Calaca Mamas Cantina, honors and celebrates life, death and family all year round. Founded by two mothers and sisters, Calaca Mamas’ breakfast this Mother’s Day includes dishes for the whole family. Reservations are recommended. Sunday, 9 a.m.-1 a.m. 1550 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim. calacamamas.com

Join Khan Saab for Mother’s Day Dinner

May 14. Elevate your Mother’s Day plans by treating your mom to dinner at Khan Saab Desi Craft Kitchen, Fullerton’s Michelin-rated Desi restaurant. The restaurant, which elevates Desi cuisine (food from India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan), is 100% Halal, and a true dining destination. Sunday, 2 p.m.-11 p.m. 229 East Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton. khansaaboc.com

Mountain Mike’s Pizza Hearts Mom

May 11-14. This Mother’s Day, Mountain Mike’s Pizza is bringing back its iconic Heart-Shaped Pizza to celebrate Mom all weekend long. Starting May 11th, pizza-loving moms can enjoy a picturesque Mountain Mike’s Heart-Shaped Pizza covered in their favorite toppings. For a list of locations and more information, visit mountainmikespizza.com

New Locations for Rye Goods

Rye Goods Grand Opening

May 13. Orange County’s beloved organic sourdough bakery, utilizing freshly milled grains and wild yeast, will celebrate the opening of its newest location this weekend. The new branch in Laguna Beach is set to unveil all of the bakery’s products available this Saturday. 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. or, when sold out. 384 Forest Ave Suite 4, Laguna Beach. ryegoods.com

Arts + Culture

The Power of Posters

May 13. In conjunction with the exhibition Facing the Giant – Three Decades of Dissent: Shepard Fairey, Carol A. Wells, founder and executive director of the Center for the Study of Political Graphics, will converse with LAM Curatorial Fellow, Rochelle Steiner. They will discuss art, activism and posters that have changed history. Friday, 6 p.m. 307 Cliff Drive, Laguna Beach. lagunaartmuseum.org

Palm Tree Music Festival

May 13. Come enjoy a slice of the Palm Tree Crew’s tropical-inspired festival series as this one-day concert series descends on sunny Orange County. This year’s lineup includes performances by Kygo, Ellie Goulding, Tove Lo, The Midnight, The Knocks, Two Feet and Forester. Tickets and information can be found here. 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. palmtreemusicfestival.com

Fashion + Beauty

Volcom Warehouse Sale

Now Through May 14. America’s first boarding company, and industry leader in quality – Volcom – is set to have a rare warehouse sale of epic proportions. While the sale is free to attend, tickets are required and be registered here. Open daily, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m ALTERNATIVE RETAIL, 2227 Park Avenue, Tustin. alternativeretail.com

Photo credits: Spring Cocktail Tour courtesy of The District. All other images are courtesy of the businesses and venues.

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