Events
Carnival Colossal
Oct. 8-11. Carnival Colossal returns to San Clemente for four days of rides, games, food, live music, and family fun. The annual event features classic carnival attractions including bumper cars, the Gravitron, Super Slide, midway games, food trucks, and more. Admission is free, with ride tickets available at the event. Proceeds from the Friends of San Clemente’s largest annual fundraiser support the city’s beaches, parks, playgrounds, and youth recreation programs. Thursday-Sunday, hours vary. 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa. More Information
Harvest In The Hills
Oct. 10. Harvest in the Hills returns to the Laguna Hills Community Center Town Green for an evening of fall fun and family-friendly activities. The free community event features seasonal activities, entertainment, and a chance to enjoy the outdoors with neighbors and friends. Presented by the City of Laguna Hills, the annual celebration offers a relaxed way to welcome autumn and bring the community together. Saturday, from 4–7 p.m., 25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel. More Information
Placentia Heritage Festival
Oct. 10. Come for a special celebration of Placentia’s history and community. This year’s theme, “Stars, Stripes, and Stories,” marks both America’s 250th anniversary and the City of Placentia’s centennial year. The festival will feature community activities, entertainment, vendors, a beer garden, food, and a community car show. The celebration also includes the annual Heritage Festival Parade. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Festival at Tri City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer Blvd., Placentia. More Information
Irvine Global Village Festival
Oct. 10. The Irvine Global Village Festival returns to Great Park for its 25th anniversary, celebrating Irvine’s diverse cultures through food, art, music, and entertainment. Visitors can enjoy more than 46 music and dance performances, international cuisine from more than 30 food vendors, cultural exhibits, martial arts demonstrations, and a Global Marketplace featuring local artisans and young entrepreneurs. Families can also explore the Kids Village, featuring crafts and interactive activities. Saturday, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Orange County Great Park, 6000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine. More Information
Food + Drink
DARKROOM Flash Pop-up
Oct. 8. The boys are at it again – this time with Drew’s unconventional hand roll night. This Thursday Chef Adams will be setting up at the DARKROOM bar slinging the most unconventional handrolls of all time. They’ll be starting at 5 and going until 10 PM (or they run out) so make a reservation on OpenTable and come hang out. Thursday. 3751 S. Harbor Blvd., Suite C, Santa Ana. More Information
Boil Room OC at Kitsch Pop-up
Oct. 8. It’s about that time again to do another pop-up for some peel-free seafood boil as Boil Room OC sets up shop at Kitsch Bar. Bring your friends and family, and dig into a lip smacking good time. They’ll be selling Their Original Seafood Boil Bowl ($25) and drinks will be available at the bar! They will be posted up outside but of course anyone trying to get inside the bar will need to be 21+ with a proper form of ID. Thursday at 7 p.m. 891 Baker Street, Unit A10, Costa Mesa. More Information
Fall Menu Launches at Lido Bottle Works
Now Available. From Michelin recognized food, to their garden to glass cocktails, great craft beer, and California wines, Lido Bottle Works has consistently brought diners amazing quality experiences. Fall is here so they want to bring some special dishes to their menu, such as Pork Chop Schnitzel, with beet yogurt, fennel, and apple. Or the Venison Loin, with celeriac terrine, broccoli, and a shoyu demi, along with many more great seasonal offerings. Open daily, hours vary. 3408 Via Oporto #103, Newport Beach. More Information
Arts + Culture
A Gorgeous Ballet Debut!
Coming Soon. Be the first to experience this unique collaboration as a piano virtuoso and a ballet troupe share the stage. Hailed as “One of the nation’s best ballet companies” by the New York Times, the acclaimed Houston Ballet, pianist George Li, and the music of Chopin. Nothing but pure beauty and pure emotion! Great seats start at $44. Oct 15 – 18, only at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org
Plein Air Art Festival
Oct. 11. The Laguna Plein Air Art Festival brings the 28th annual Laguna Plein Air Invitational to a close at the historic Festival of Arts grounds. Visitors can explore an outdoor gallery featuring original works, watch live demonstrations, meet 30 award-winning landscape painters, and purchase paintings directly from the artists. Artists will unveil freshly completed works throughout the day, offering collectors a unique selection of Laguna-inspired art. Sunday, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. More Information
Final Rites: Death, Mourning, & Beyond
Showing Now. Final Rites: Death, Mourning, and Beyond invites you on a haunting journey from the silent dangers of the natural world to the solemn beauty of Victorian mourning, and finally beyond the veil through séances, divination, and tales of restless spirits. Blending science, history, folklore, and the supernatural, this exhibition explores not only how we confront death, but why humanity has always sought to understand what may lie beyond the final breath. Showtimes vary, check website for schedule. 301 N. Pomona Ave, Fullerton. More Information
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