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® ® ORANGE COUNTY | 2019 EVENT CALENDAR Image © www.vansusopenofsurfing.com MDC © 2019 Lawyers Title Through Aug. 31 (select dates), New Swan Shakespeare Festival Watch brilliant Shakespearean productions presented by New Swan students and professionals in a unique space under the stars. This season features a variety of festivities and educational opportunities along with two plays: The Two Gentlemen of Verona and The Merchant of Venice. Time: 8 pm Location: Gateway Commons, University of California, Irvine www.newswanshakespeare.com Through Sep. 1, Sawdust Art & Craft Festival Discover fine art from 200+ local artists! Art enthusiasts, collectors, and artists have attended Sawdust since 1966 for the impressive variety of artwork. Media includes hand-blown and fused glass, painting, jewelry, surf art, ceramics, textiles, wood and metal sculpture, scrimshaw, photography, and more. Time: Refer to website Location: 935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach www.sawdustartfestival.org July 27–Aug. 4, Vans U.S. Open of Surfing See the world’s best surfers competing in SoCal’s surf arena at this 9-day celebration of surfing and surf culture, along with skateboarding and BMX at the beach. This family-friendly event features sponsor booths, free movie showings, live music, art exhibits, retail, and athlete meet-and-greets. Time: Refer to website Location: Huntington Beach Pier, Main St. & Pacific Coast Hwy. www.surfcityusa.com/events/signature-events/us-open-of-surfing Aug. 2–4, La Habra Corn Festival The signature La Habra Corn Festival features a whole weekend of games, carnival rides, vendors, live music, a parade, a car show, and delicious food including the famous corn on the cob. Be sure to say hello to Miss La Habra and her court! Time: Refer to website Location: El Centro Lions Park, 201 N. Cypress, La Habra business.lahabrachamber.com/events/details/ la-habra-corn-festival-08-02-2019-3399 Aug. 4, OC Fair Fun Run 5K Gather family and friends and free your inner runner! Several detours to fun will keep you entertained throughout the race course, including a basketball toss, a giant slide, and more. A complimentary ticket for one-time entry into the OC Fair will be included in the goodie bag for all race participants! Time: 8 am Location: OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa www.ocfair5k.com Aug. 10, Two Stepping Under the Stars Come out for a fun evening under the oak trees and stars! Fifteen years ago a small group decided to get together and throw a Barn Dance so that they could share what makes San Juan Capistrano unique: the equestrian culture! The evening consists of a live band, country western dancing, a silent auction, and much more. Time: 5–10 pm Location: Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park La Pata and Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano www.sanjuanequestrian.org
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ORANGE COUNTY | 2019 EVENT CALENDAR
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MDC © 2019 Lawyers Title
Through Aug. 31 (select dates), New Swan Shakespeare FestivalWatch brilliant Shakespearean productions presented by New Swan students and professionals in a unique space under the stars. This season features a variety of festivities and educational opportunities along with two plays: The Two Gentlemen of Verona and The Merchant of Venice.Time: 8 pmLocation: Gateway Commons, University of California, Irvinewww.newswanshakespeare.com
Through Sep. 1, Sawdust Art & Craft FestivalDiscover fine art from 200+ local artists! Art enthusiasts, collectors, and artists have attended Sawdust since 1966 for the impressive variety of artwork. Media includes hand-blown and fused glass, painting, jewelry, surf art, ceramics, textiles, wood and metal sculpture, scrimshaw, photography, and more.Time: Refer to websiteLocation: 935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beachwww.sawdustartfestival.org
July 27–Aug. 4, Vans U.S. Open of SurfingSee the world’s best surfers competing in SoCal’s surf arena at this 9-day celebration of surfing and surf culture, along with skateboarding and BMX at the beach. This family-friendly event features sponsor booths, free movie showings, live music, art exhibits, retail, and athlete meet-and-greets.Time: Refer to websiteLocation: Huntington Beach Pier, Main St. & Pacific Coast Hwy.www.surfcityusa.com/events/signature-events/us-open-of-surfing
Aug. 2–4, La Habra Corn FestivalThe signature La Habra Corn Festival features a whole weekend of games, carnival rides, vendors, live music, a parade, a car show, and delicious food including the famous corn on the cob. Be sure to say hello to Miss La Habra and her court!Time: Refer to websiteLocation: El Centro Lions Park, 201 N. Cypress, La Habrabusiness.lahabrachamber.com/events/details/ la-habra-corn-festival-08-02-2019-3399
Aug. 4, OC Fair Fun Run 5KGather family and friends and free your inner runner! Several detours to fun will keep you entertained throughout the race course, including a basketball toss, a giant slide, and more. A complimentary ticket for one-time entry into the OC Fair will be included in the goodie bag for all race participants!Time: 8 amLocation: OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesawww.ocfair5k.com
Aug. 10, Two Stepping Under the StarsCome out for a fun evening under the oak trees and stars! Fifteen years ago a small group decided to get together and throw a Barn Dance so that they could share what makes San Juan Capistrano unique: the equestrian culture! The evening consists of a live band, country western dancing, a silent auction, and much more.Time: 5–10 pmLocation: Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park La Pata and Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistranowww.sanjuanequestrian.org
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Aug. 11, Lobsterfest at Newport BeachCelebrate summer and raise funds for local charities at the 11th annual Lobsterfest! Maine lobster is flown in fresh the morning of the event and prepared onsite along with steak, red potatoes, corn on the cob, salads, rolls, and dessert. Enjoy live music from West Coast Party Crashers while you feast.Time: 2–7 pmLocation: Newport Beach Civic Center Green100 Civic Center Dr., Newport Beachwww.lobsterfestatnewportbeach.com
Aug. 12, San Clemente Fiesta Music FestivalExperience a full day of fun including food from local non-profit organizations, a salsa challenge, contests and games, arts and crafts, a business expo, a motorcycle show, an action sports and beach lifestyle expo, children’s activities, endless entertainment, and live music all day long!Time: 9 am–7 pmLocation: 100–200 blocks of Avenida Del Mar, San Clementewww.scchamber.com/events
Aug. 16, Brea FestJoin Brea’s “tastiest” celebration of the year. Sample delicious food and beverages from over 35 local restaurants and enjoy live music, artist demos, exhibits, live theater performances, balloon art, magicians, kids’ activities, and more. The event supports local arts programs, including Curtis Theatre, Brea Art Gallery, Concerts in the Park, and art education programs. Time: 6:30–10 pmLocation: Civic & Cultural Center, 1 Civic Center Cir., Breawww.cityofbrea.net/448/Annual-Events
Aug. 24–25, Rancho Mission Viejo RodeoSee your favorite cowboys compete in saddle bronc, bareback riding, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, bull riding, and team roping. Celebrating the golden age of California history and the Wild West, Rancho Mission Viejo has committed to the preservation of the cowboy way of life. Carrying on the “passing the hat” tradition, all proceeds go to local charities.Time: Refer to websiteLocation: Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park30753 La Pata Rd., San Juan Capistranowww.rmvrodeo.com
Aug. 25, Plum FestJoin the fun at this family-friendly festival and indulge in a variety of plum recipes, crêpes, berliners, barbecue kitchen, and more. Festivities include live music, carnival games, face painting, and wiener dog races.Time: 2–6 pmLocation: Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave., Huntington Beachwww.oldworld.ws/old-world-plum-festival-huntington-beach.html
Aug. 25, Splash-In Movie & Recreation SwimGrab your swimsuit, floaties, and family, and come on down to the pool for a movie. Swim while Incredibles 2 plays on the big screen (lifeguards will be on duty). The pool opens at 6:30 p.m.; movie starts at dusk.Time: 6:30 pmLocation: William J. Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center, 4601 Walnut Ave., Irvinewww.cityofirvine.org/news-media/calendar-of-events/ event/splash-movie-recreation-swim-2019
Aug. 29, Hops for Hope Beer FestivalMark your calendar for this year’s celebration featuring a networking/cocktail hour, a special guest speaker, live music, fun games, food trucks, raffles, and some of the best local craft beer around! Last year’s event was a huge success, raising $50,000 for the City of Hope and its pioneering cancer and diabetes research and treatment facility in Los Angeles.Time: 5–9 pmLocation: The Phoenix Club, 1340 S. Sanderson Ave., Anaheimwww.cityofhope.org
Aug. 30–Sep. 1, Orange International Street FairDon’t miss this international extravaganza featuring vendors selling ethnic-themed food, arts and crafts by local artisans, a play area for the kids, and diverse musical acts performing on eight stages. This Fair is an Old Towne Orange tradition since 1973. This year’s theme is “Circle the World”.Time: Refer to websiteLocation: Old Towne Orange, Orangewww.orangestreetfair.org
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