Orange County Farmers Markets Ongoing
List of Farmers Markets in Orange County
www.orangecounty.net/html/farmersmarkets.html
Whale and Dolphin Watching Ongoing
Choose from multiple cruises and sightseeing tours to catch a glimpse of whales and/or dolphins in their natural paradise.
Location: Newport Beach
More Information: http://www.newportwhales.com/
South OC Cars & Coffee Saturday’s
This event is every Saturday and features classic, vintage, sports cars, pick-ups, exotic cars, foreign cars, and much more.
Location: Outlets at San Clemente
Toddlertime Stories Ongoing
This event is for children under three years old. There will be stories, music, and activities designed for their developmental stage.
Location: Anaheim Public Library
More Information: https://www.anaheim.net/
Annual Surf City Splash & Pancake Breakfast Jan. 1
Celebrate the New Year with a dip in the Pacific Ocean. No wet suits - that’s cheating! Participants also enjoy a pancake breakfast, costume contest, and vendor booths.
Location: Zack’s Concessions
Contact: [email protected] / 716.698.9837
More Information: http://www.hbsurfcitysplash.com/
Monster Jam Monster Truck Show Jan. 4-5
The Monster Truck Show is jam-packed with action and intense competition of speed and stunts.
Location: Angel Stadium
More Information: https://www.monsterjam.com/
Knott’s Merry Farm Through Jan. 5
Knott’s Berry Farm is transformed into a Holiday paradise with magical lights, snow, shows, and dozens of festive activities the whole family can enjoy!
Location: Knott’s Berry Farm
More Information: https://www.knotts.com/
Chinese Lunar New Year Festival Jan. 5
Celebrate with the Bowers Museum during our free family festivals held monthly in the beautiful Key Courtyard.
Location: Bowers Museum
More Information: https://www.bowers.org/
Four Season & Strauss Jan. 9-11
Vivaldi transports you to Italy for spring’s fragrant blossoming, the tourist-roasting heat of summer, autumn’s abundant harvest, and the teeth-chattering chill of winter, all with virtuosic flair. Strauss’s final tone poem unfolds as a masterpiece that takes you on an auditory hike through high Alpine peaks, from sunrise to mountain-rattling thunderstorm, and finally nightfall’s calm.
Location: Segerstrom Center for the Arts
More Information: https://www.scfta.org/
Discovery Day at the Farm Jan. 10
Centennial Farm is open to the public and perfect for all grade levels. Children can learn how to plant seeds and can see farm animals like pigs, goats, sheep, cattle, and rabbits.
Location: OC Fair & Event Center- Centennial Farm
More Information: https://ocfair.com/
Jurassic Quest Jan. 10-12
The largest and most realistic dinosaur exhibit that includes life-size dinos, rides, treats, and much more!
Location: Anaheim Convention Center
More Information: https://www.jurassicquest.com/
Premier Bridal Show Jan. 11-12
Southern California’s number one bridal show is coming to Anaheim! The theme for this event is Disney Fairytale.
Location: Anaheim Convention Center
More Information: www.brideworld.com
Beach Clean-Up Event Jan. 18
On the third Saturday of each month, a beach clean-up event will take place at the end of 1st St. in Seal Beach. Registration required. Bring your own gloves.
Location: Seal Beach
Contact: 562.844.1706 / [email protected]
More Information: http://www.saveourbeach.org/seal-beach/
Lunar New Year at Pretend City Jan. 25-26
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Pretend City! Children will learn about the traditions of this festive holiday.
Location: Pretend City Children’s Museum
More Information: https://www.pretendcity.org
Amigo SoCal Guitar Show Jan. 25-26
This event is an international buy, sell, trade event for musical instruments.
Location: OC Fair & Event Center
More Information: https://www.amigoguitarshows.com/
TET Festival Jan. 31-Feb. 2
Tet has long been an important tradition that represents Vietnamese culture. On this day, we reunite with family members from different generations to celebrate a new beginning. This family-friendly event includes games, a pageant, rides, and a firecracker show!
Location: OC Fair & Event Center
More Information: https://tetfestival.org/