South Coast Metro, and it's neighboring Orange County / Southern Californian cities are home to dozens of popular annual festivals and events. Join visitors from around the world who stay in South Coast Metro to enjoy these memorable occasions. Please see our calendar and the organizations' websites for more information.
Jan |
Tournament of Roses - Pasadena |
Each New Year's Day, the world focuses its attention on Pasadena, California, U.S.A., home of the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game. It's a celebration more than a century old--a festival of flowers, music and sports unequaled anywhere in the world.
Information: www.tournamentofroses.com |
Feb |
Fascination of Orchids - Orange County Fair & Expo Center |
The nation's largest display of orchids from all over the world will be part of this event. There will be seminars and a large variety of orchids for sale.
Information: www.fascinationoforchids.com |
Mar |
Festival of Whales - Dana Point |
Celebrate the return of the Gray Whales off the coast. Sample the best of Dana Point through more than 100 booths, displays, and fun activities.
Information: www.festivalofwhales.org |
Mar-Apr |
Crystal Cathedral - Glory of Easter - Orange |
The largest and most spectacular passion play is brought to life through exciting drama, song and pageantry. A cast of over 100 volunteer actors are supported by professionals playing the lead roles of Jesus.
Information: www.crystalcathedral.org |
Apr |
Annual Southern California Spring & Garden Show - Costa Mesa's South Coast Plaza |
One of the most highly anticipated garden events in the Western United States. Guests will experience competition gardens, over 75 unique vendors, seminars and children's activities.
Information: www.springgardenshow.com |
May |
Strawberry Festival - Garden Grove |
Strawberry Shortcake for all! Family fun with a Festive Parade, Arts and Crafts, Game Booths, Food Booths, Carnival Rides and celebrity and local entertainment.
Information: www.strawberryfestival.org |
Jun |
Summer Food & Wine Festival - Costa Mesa's South Coast Plaza |
South Coast Plaza welcomes the Summer Food & Wine Festival, featuring live music, an exciting evening of culinary delights from over 25 South Coast Plaza restaurants, premium wineries and breweries.
Information: www.southcoastplaza.com |
Jun |
Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival |
Top-name entertainment, wine tasting in the Wine Gardens, Kids Faire, Arts & Crafts, exhibits and Food Court. Take a memorable ride in a hot air balloon over beautiful Lake Skinner.
Information: www.tvbwf.com |
Jul |
4th of July Parade - Huntington Beach |
Considered to be the largest Independence Day parade west of the Mississippi, featuring more than 300 entries including bands, floats, celebrities, local dignitaries, equestrians and community groups.
Information: www.hb4thofjuly.org |
Jul |
Ocean Festival - San Clemente |
Full weekend of family events Classic Woody Car Show, Surf and Ocean Art Show, Children's activities. Annual Beach Party and Concert included.
Information: www.oceanfestival.org |
Jul |
The Bank of the West Beach Games |
Enjoy musical artists, top surfers from around the world, action sports super-stars of skate, bmx, and freestyle motocross, in a week-long beach festival, including the US Open of Surfing®
Information: www.bankofthewestbeachgames.com |
Jul-Aug |
Art-A-Fair Festival - Laguna Beach |
The Art-A-Fair Festival is the ultimate destination for lovers of art to visit this summer! Nestled in a Colorful garden setting in romantic Laguna Canyon.
Information: www.art-a-fair.com |
Jul-Aug |
Orange County Fair - Costa Mesa |
A premier family attraction offering a wide variety of exhibits, foods, entertainment, rides and hands-on activities. Enjoy headline concert series, working farm and petting zoos, thrill rides, contests, and games
Information: www.ocfair.com |
Jul-Aug |
Pageant of the Masters - Laguna Beach |
These colorful events have won worldwide recognition. Come, enjoy this memorable juried exhibit of fine, strictly original works by gifted artists and a spectacular stage production of living art re-creations.
Information: www.foapom.com |
Aug |
Classic Jazz Festival - Costa Mesa |
Annual classic jazz festival with nearly two dozens different bands and one non-stop party!
Information: www.oc-classicjazz.org |
Sep |
Toshiba's TallShips Festival - Dana Point |
At the Marine Institute: Sea Chantey Concert, maritime exhibits and demonstrations, Port Royal Privateers encampment, model boat building, wood carving, touch tank encounters, rope challenge course, crafts and food
Information: www.tallshipsfestival.com |
Sep |
Children's Book Festival - Costa Mesa |
Two-day festival that invites children of all ages to experience the magic of books, encourages literacy, promotes the community and supports children's charities
Information: www.kidsbookfestival.com |
Oct |
Annual Food, Wine, and Micro-Brew Fest - Costa Mesa's South Coast Plaza |
Orange County restaurants, regional vineyards and microbreweries serve up their specialties. Live music, raffle drawings and prizes will entertain guests as they sample the delights. Benefits Second Harvest Food Bank.
Information: www.southcoastplaza.com |
Nov-Dec |
Sawdust Winter Fantasy - Laguna Beach |
Over 130 Artists, many of them new to the Winter Fantasy. A wide selection of Original Arts and Crafts, many with holiday themes. Artists Demonstrations & Hands-on Workshops.
Information: www.sawdustartfestival.org |
Dec |
Christmas Boat Parade - Newport Beach |
Beautiful multi-million dollar yachts, kayaks, canoes and other small boats light up the harbor as a dazzling array of holiday lights and music fill the air.
Information: www.christmasboatparade.com |
Dec |
The Glory of Christmas - Crystal Cathedral |
Visitors from around the world come to witness this unique, creative blend of Christmas carols, pageantry of live animals, flying angels and special effects, the nativity unfolds with colorful wonder.
Information: www.crystalcathedral.org |
