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.
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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.
Taste of Irvine 2026 Is Serving Your Next Night Out
Locale Editors
April 10
Taste of Irvine returns April 16, 2026, with unlimited tastings, cocktails and live music at The Park at Lakeshore. Here’s what to expect.
California Wine Festival 2026 Is Pouring Coastal Glam Into Dana Point
Locale Editors
April 10
California Wine Festival 2026 returns to Dana Point with oceanfront tastings, chef-driven bites and sunset wine experiences April 24–25.
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