The Ultimate Newport Beach Summer Bucket List
Ashley Ryan
June 22
The best things to do in Newport Beach this summer include beaches, restaurants, whale watching and more. Let us be your local guide to summer 2026.
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Where to Celebrate Dad This Father’s Day in Orange County
Erik Hale
June 19
Irvine Company Retail Properties serves up Father’s Day fun with free mini golf at Holey Moley, Dave & Buster’s Dad Games and dining deals across Orange County.
24 Places in OC to Take Your Cool Friend From LA
Amanda McQueen
June 18
Coastal hideaways and secret cocktail bars are a few reasons to show your LA friend the best things to do in Orange County.
Perfect Bar and Almond Surfboards Toast Dads with Waves and Giveaways This Father’s Day
Ashley Ryan
June 16
Celebrate Father’s Day and International Surf Day with a free surf session, food, activities and custom board giveaways in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa.
Sawdust Art Festival Laguna Beach: 60th Anniversary Guide 2026
Amanda McQueen
June 16
Sawdust Art Festival Laguna Beach turns 60 this summer. 180 local artists, live demos, workshops, live music and food from June 26-Sept. 6, 2026.
Jazz Is Back at Fashion Island This Summer
Ashley Ryan
June 14
Fashion Island’s Live on the Lawn returns June 13 with six nights of jazz, vinyl DJ sets and coastal vibes in Newport Beach.
Coastal Living: The Slower Side of South OC (And Why It’s Worth It!)
Amanda McQueen
June 6
Discover the slower side of South OC with this Dana Point itinerary filled with beach days, harbor views, coastal dining and laid-back luxury.
Burke Williams: Inside California’s Original Day Spa
Ashley Ryan
June 3
Burke Williams has been California’s go-to day spa since 1986. Discover treatments, amenities, memberships and what makes this iconic spa chain so special.
Watch Rocket Launches From California’s Central Coast Spaceport
Locale Editors
May 14
Lompoc delivers front-row seats to West Coast rocket launches, plus wine tasting, outdoor murals and scenic coastlines. Plan your space tourism getaway.
Mother’s Day in Dana Point: A Month of Coastal Celebrations at the Harbor
Ashley Ryan
May 8
Celebrate Mother’s Day in Dana Point Harbor with brunch cruises, markets, wine tastings and seaside experiences all May long.
Taste of Jalisco Festival Is Back and Bigger Than Ever
Locale Editors
April 25
The 10th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival hits Cathedral City May 1–3, 2026. Here’s everything you need to know before you go.
Dog Surfing Comes to Pismo Beach This May
Locale Editors
April 23
Watch elite dog surfing teams compete for free at Pismo Beach on May 2, 2026. Community heats, dog adoptions and Surf Dog Village included.
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