Events
Boo-Bash Family Event
Oct. 26. Gather your family and head to The Promenade outside Spirit Halloween for a fun and safe Halloween celebration. Enjoy a meet-and-greet with the Hello Kitty Pumpkin, live DJ entertainment, kids’ crafts and other festive family activities. Costumes are encouraged, and guests can take advantage of the spooky photo backdrop available until October 31st to capture those magical moments. Saturday, 12-2 p.m. 2437 Park Ave, Tustin. thedistricttl.com
Spooky Silent Disco
Oct. 26. Spectrum’s free Silent Disco returns with an exciting, music-filled experience. This weekend, enjoy a special spooky edition, offering a unique and immersive way to groove to your favorite beats. The event is located near Old Navy, and as always, participation is completely free. Saturday, from 6-9 p.m. 670 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine. More Information
Monster Mash
Oct. 25-27. Families and their furry friends can enjoy a pet-friendly, free Halloween event at Monster Mash. With over 30 vendors, the event includes a Halloween slime and craft table, haunted photo ops, trick-or-treating and spooky treats. Kids can also enjoy free activities like “Graveyard Glam,” where they can be transformed into zombies with face paint. Friday, 5-10 p.m. Saturday, 4-10 p.m. Sunday, 4-10 p.m. 400 W. Disney Way, Anaheim. More Information
Pumpkin Palooza
Oct. 25-27. Discovery Cube Orange County will host its third annual Pumpkin Palooza, presented by OC Waste & Recycling. Enjoy two floors of exciting activities, spooky science, and special party night festivities. On select nights, Pumpkin Palooza Party Nights will offer an electrifying twist on the daytime festival, featuring a DJ, eerie lights and Halloween-themed dance mixes. Friday-Sunday at 10 a.m. 2500 N. Main Street, Santa Ana. discoverycube.org
Food + Drink
New Food and Drinks at Social
Now Available. OC beverage queen Gabby Dion and Executive Chef Jeff Boullt of Playground and the OG SOCIAL have come up with a Fall / Winter menu that is turning heads. Come in for all-new cocktails/beer/wine and new dishes at SOCIAL, which are officially released. Make your reservation, or just stop by. Hours vary. 512 W 19th St, Costa Mesa. More Information
Story Kitchen + Bar Brings a Unique Narrative
Now Open. Having gained much attention for their concept, Benny & Mary’s, restaurateurs Cynthia Vigil and Chad Reinhardt reveal a unique narrative with Story Kitchen + Bar, now open at Anaheim Hills Festival. Story Kitchen + Bar allows diners to step into their own culinary adventure, which he meant to unfold into a full-sensory experience. Hours vary. 8150 E Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim. More Information
The Winery Restaurant Celebrates the 20-Year Anniversary of “Sideways”
Oct. 26. It’s been 20 years since “Sideways” pals Miles and Jack toured the Santa Inez Valley north of Santa Barbara, and in honor of the milestone anniversary, The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar is hosting a special Sideways 20-Year Anniversary Wine Dinner on Thursday, October 24th at 6:30 p.m. at its Tustin location. More information is available here. 2647 Park Avenue, Tustin. thewinerytustin.com
Food Truck Sunday
Oct. 27. Come out for an evening full of food and fun as an array of food trucks descend upon Irvine. Settle in for a multitude of various culinary offerings to choose from and bring your friends and family to share in the experience. 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. The Park at Irvine Spectrum – 18000 Spectrum, Irvine. More Information
Arts + Culture
All Aboard to Hadestown!
Coming Soon. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go! Come see how the world could be. One week only, October 29 – November 3! 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.8784. scfta.org
Jazz in the Palm Court
Oct. 27. In support of the Great Park Gallery exhibition “Thank You, Good Night: Concert Photography,” the Great Park Gallery presents a live music event, Jazz in the Palm Court: For the Love of Vinyl. Inspired by a diverse range of music that traverses the eras, this event will feature live jazz renditions of hit songs we all know and love. Sunday, 1-3 p.m. 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine. More Information
Joan
Begins Oct. 27. Comedian, trailblazer and force of nature—this is the story of a pioneering mom who redefined comedy. Experience the life of a fearless, edgy and loving American icon in this moving and funny portrayal. Previews start October 27. Showtimes and more information are available here. 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa. More Information
National Theatre Live Screening: Fleabag
Oct. 27. Written and performed by Phoebe Waller-Bridge (Killing Eve) and directed by Vicky Jones, Fleabag is a rip-roaring look at some sort of woman living her sort of life. The hilarious, award-winning play that inspired the BBC’s hit TV series Fleabag, was filmed live on stage in London’s West End in 2019 and will be screened in HD. Sunday at 3 p.m. 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine. More Information
Photo credits: Joan photo courtesy of South Coast Rep. All other images are courtesy of the businesses and venues.
