
25 Places in OC to Take Your Cool Friend From LA
Skip the LA gridlock. These 25 Orange County hotspots, from coastal hideaways and secret bars to farm-to-table finds, will convert your LA friend for good.

Skip the LA gridlock. These 25 Orange County hotspots, from coastal hideaways and secret bars to farm-to-table finds, will convert your LA friend for good.

From coastal bluffs to rooftop bars, these are the most scenic places in Orange County. 23 breathtaking spots that prove the OC is California gold.

Discover Orange Countyās best sports bars and patios for watching NFL football, from Newport Beach patios to Anaheim brewhouses with game-day specials.

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa is hosting a free Harvest Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Temecula, featuring a grape stomp, live music, line dancing, tractor rides, and a local makers market in honor of its 25th anniversary.

The Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley and Bucky Heard headline the inaugural Lido Legacy Live benefit concerts at Newport Beach’s historic Lido Theater on Sept. 10 and 11, 2026. Tickets range from $150 to $300, with proceeds benefiting the Newport Beach Junior Lifeguard Scholarship Program and Friends of OASIS Senior Center.

The world’s largest surf competition hits Huntington Beach July 25 to Aug 2. Hereās where to eat, stay and play at the 2026 US Open of Surfing, from a local.

Vanity Compound Medical Aesthetics brings a full-scale medical spa to Huntington Beach: eCO2 lasers, IV therapy, peptides and harbor views at Peter’s Landing.

Skip the Disney parks and uncover speakeasies, local dining, craft brews, live music and outdoor adventures.

Discover 23 incredible things to do in San Juan Capistrano, from historic missions to rooftop dining, boutique hotels and the best BBQ in Orange County.

The 12 best Orange County Fourth of July fireworks shows in 2026, from Disneyland to Dana Point. Find your perfect spot for Independence Day celebrations.

Win four Passport to Wellness packages at Glen Ivy Hot Springs, SoCal’s iconic 160-year-old mineral spa featuring Club Mud, hot spring pools and breathwork.

Two Harbors Catalina Island events expand for 2026 with BBQ fest, Brew Fest, Wine Fest and Buccaneer Days. Book early, west-end festivals sell out fast.