Life in Orange County

Community Events I Love

One of my favorite things about calling OC home is how much there is to do. Here are some of the events I look forward to every year — and think you will too.

Orange International Street Fair

Old Towne Orange
September 4–6, 2026

Enjoy international food, live entertainment, shopping, and plenty of community fun in Old Towne Orange.

www.orangestreetfair.org

Original Lobster Festival

Fountain Valley
September 11–13, 2026

Fresh lobster, live music, carnival rides, and a fun-filled weekend for the whole family.

www.lobsterfestival.com

First Thursdays Art Walk

Laguna Beach
September 3 & October 1, 2026

Explore local galleries, meet artists, enjoy live music, and stroll through beautiful Laguna Beach.

www.visitlagunabeach.com

Irvine Park Railroad Pumpkin Patch

Orange
September 12–October 31, 2026

Pick a pumpkin and enjoy train rides, games, and classic fall fun for the kids.

www.irvineparkrailroad.com

Tustin Tiller Days

Tustin
October 2–4, 2026

Carnival rides, food, entertainment, and good old-fashioned community festival fun.

www.tustinca.org

Oktoberfest

Huntington Beach
September 12–November 8, 2026

Enjoy German food, music, dancing, games, and plenty of festive Bavarian fun.

www.oldworld.ws