Birdie G’s Finds Its Next Chapter at Fairmont Century Plaza
October 22
Chef Jeremy Fox’s Birdie G’s opens Oct. 26 at Fairmont Century Plaza in Century City with breakfast, lunch, dinner and its famous Rose Petal Pie.
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Shop Local This Thanksgiving Weekend at the San Diego Made Holiday Market
October 13
The San Diego Made Holiday Market returns to Liberty Station’s NTC Park Nov. 28-29 with more than 150 local makers, live music, food trucks and workshops.
Sip by the Sea at the 2026 California Wine Festival in Huntington Beach
October 7
The California Wine Festival returns to Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach Oct. 16-17, 2026, with hundreds of wines, gourmet bites and live music.
The Mission Inn’s Festival of Lights Returns for Its 34th Year
October 6
The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa’s 34th annual Festival of Lights runs Nov. 21, 2026, through Jan. 3, 2027, with a free switch-on ceremony, fireworks and Santa.
Telefèric Barcelona Opens at Fashion Island
September 30
Telefèric Barcelona is now open at Fashion Island in Newport Beach, serving Spanish tapas, paellas cooked to order, housemade sangrías and more than 100 Spanish wines.
A Guide to Exploring the Funky Neighborhood of Frogtown in LA
September 21
The ultimate guide of things to do in Frogtown LA, including cafes, riverfront dining, vintage shops and the LA River bike path.
Family Fun, Wellness and Halloween Festivities Are Coming to The District This Fall
September 18
The District at Tustin Legacy brings fall to life with family-friendly events including the Bump to Baby Expo on Oct. 18 and the Halloween Boo Bash on Oct. 24. Free admission for most events.
San Diego’s Wildest Oktoberfest Is Back and It’s Throwing It Back to Y2K
September 18
Ocean Beach Oktoberfest returns Oct. 9-10 in San Diego with live music, 2-for-1 beers, a Y2K theme and over 20 years of beachside Oktoberfest tradition. General admission is $20; VIP tickets are $75.
An Evening to Raise a Glass: Volcán de mi Tierra Tequila Dinner at VEA Newport Beach
September 15
VEA Newport Beach hosts an exclusive Volcán de mi Tierra Tequila Dinner Experience on Sept. 24, 2026, featuring a curated multi-course menu and guided tastings of five premium tequila expressions.
The Only Downtown Palm Springs Dining Guide You’ll Ever Need
September 15
From wood-fired pizza to rooftop omakase, these 23 downtown Palm Springs restaurants deliver unforgettable meals in the California desert.
19 Unique Things to Do in Los Angeles for Your Bucket List
September 12
Discover 19 insanely cool experiences in Los Angeles, from rooftop cinema to immersive art, horseback rides and unforgettable skyline views that locals love.
Fall Art & Wine Walk Returns to Forum Carlsbad
September 7
The Forum Carlsbad hosts its Fall Art & Wine Walk on Sept. 12 from 2 to 5 p.m., with local artists, complimentary wine tastings and a cheese demonstration.
