Looking for the best things to do in Orange County this August? From the world-famous Pageant of the Masters and Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach to the Orange County Fair in Costa Mesa and free summer festivals in San Clemente and Laguna Niguel, August 2026 is packed with events for every kind of local and visitor. Whether you're into art walks, family-friendly festivals, farmers markets, or oceanfront fun, this guide covers the top OC events, local favorites, and weekly happenings you won't want to miss this month.
Ongoing All Month
Laguna Art-A-Fair – June 26–Sept. 6 (Laguna Beach)
Browse original artwork from more than 100 artists, with live music, workshops, and daily demos.
🔗 art-a-fair.com
Orange County Fair – Through Aug. 16 (Costa Mesa)
One of SoCal's largest fairs, featuring concerts, exhibits, rides, food, shopping, and family attractions.
🔗 ocfair.com/oc-fair
Festival of Arts – Through Aug. 28 (Laguna Beach)
Award-winning artists, live music, art demos, and one of Laguna Beach's signature summer traditions.
🔗 foapom.com
Pageant of the Masters – Through Aug. 28 (Laguna Beach)
A world-famous outdoor production recreating classic works of art using live performers.
🔗 foapom.com/pageant-of-the-masters
Aug. 2 – CHOC Walk at Disneyland (Anaheim)
Thousands of walkers gather at Disneyland Resort to raise funds for children's healthcare programs.
🔗 chocwalk.org
Aug. 8 – Fiesta Music Festival (San Clemente)
A free downtown celebration with live music, arts & crafts, games, and family entertainment.
🔗 scchamber.com
Aug. 9 – Old World Wiener Dog Races (Huntington Beach)
Cheer on racing dachshunds, enjoy food, shopping, live entertainment, and a biergarten.
🔗 oldworldhb.com/dog-races
Aug. 9–15 – Newport Beach Art Week (Newport Beach)
Local gallery exhibitions, art, performances, and events throughout the city.
🔗 newportbeachca.gov
Aug. 15–16 – San Clemente Arts & Crafts Fair (San Clemente)
Shop handcrafted artwork, jewelry, ceramics, photography, and gifts from local artists.
🔗 paintsanclemente.com/events/art-craft-fair
Aug. 21–23 – Sea Country Festival (Laguna Niguel)
A free festival with rides, live music, food vendors, games, and family fun.
🔗 cityoflagunaniguel.org/Festival
Aug. 23 – Chicano Heritage Festival (Santa Ana)
Celebrate Orange County's Chicano culture with music, art, food, and cultural performances.
🔗 santa-ana.gov/chicano-heritage-festival
Aug. 29–30 – TheFitExpo (Anaheim)
Fitness competitions, celebrities, healthy exhibits, workouts, and nutrition vendors.
🔗 thefitexpo.com/city/anaheim
Weekly
Every Tuesday – Surf City Nights, 5–8pm (Huntington Beach)
Three blocks of Main Street fill with local vendors, live music, food, shopping, and entertainment.
🔗 surfcityusa.com
