Events In Orange County June 2016

Events In Orange County June 2016

Summertime is here and that means even more festivals and fun in Orange County. Food, fun, music and good times are flowing this June 2016. Check out our list of Orange County events and start filling up your calendar with craft beer, local art and more.

HUNTINGTON BEACH EXPO

Thursday, June 2^nd
3PM-8PM
hbchamber.com

Community and business is coming together at the Huntington Beach Expo held at City Hall. Admission is free for all the festivities of the day including a recycling drop-off, health screenings, food trucks, a job and internship fair, shopping, and police and fire education.

SUMMERFEST BREA 2016

Friday, June 3^rd – Sunday, June 5^th
summerfestbrea.org

A local tradition for 29 years, SummerFest has grown to become the largest community event in North Orange County. The 3-day celebration of food, family, live music and fun is the largest community event in North Orange County thanks to the hard work of hundreds of volunteers and thousands of supporters. Admission is free and net proceeds from the sale of ride tickets, food, and other attractions raise funds for the benefit of St. Angela Merici Parish School.

NEWPORT BEACH JAZZ FESTIVAL

Friday, June 3^rd – Sunday, June 5^th
festivals.hyattconcerts.com

Southern California’s most scenic jazz festival returns! Celebrate the kick-off of summer with a star-studded lineup of musicians, food and drink selections, and dancing on the lawn. Check out the website for a full lineup of musicians and play your weekend accordingly!

SOCAL BREW FEST

Saturday, June 4^th
1PM-5PM
socalbrewfest.com

Taste more than 60 beers from over 30 breweries at the SoCal Brew Fest this month Tickets for unlimited craft beer pours are $45, $15 for designated drivers. Event includes gourmet food trucks, live music, and of course tons of beers to enjoy all afternoon at The Phoenix Club in Anaheim. Presale tickets are sold out so get your general admission ticket now!

CROSSROADS OF THE WEST GUN SHOW

Saturday, June 4^th
9AM-5PM
crossroadsgunshows.com

During the last year, Crossroads of the West Gun Shows attracts more than half a million guests, more than any other gun show in America. The traveling show will come to Costa Mesa at the OC Fairgrounds this June so you can buy, sell, and trade. From the once a year hunter to the avid collector, Crossroads of the West meets everyone’s needs. For all the details including vendor info and, check out the site.

TUSTIN STREET FAIR & CHILI COOK OFF

Sunday, June 5^th
11AM-5:30PM
tustinca.org

The 32nd Annual Tustin Street Fair and Chili Cook-Off will be held in Old Town Tustin on Sunday, June 5, 2016, including the Chili Cook-Off, salsa competitions, craft booths, non-profit food vendors, commercial vendors, entertainment, kids area, music, family friendly contests, wine and beer booths, family plaza and kids inflatable attractions.

BALBOA ISLAND PARADE

Sunday, June 5^th
Parade Begins 11AM
visitnewportbeach.com

The annual Balboa Island Parade begins on Marine Ave at 11AM and the after party starts right after the parade is over! The theme this year is “100 Years of SUN & FUN”. The Balboa Island tradition is filled with kids on bikes, Island Dogs, decorated golf carts and floats, vintage cars, USC marching band, drill teams, local dignitaries and much more! Come for the parade and stay for the after party featuring live music and dancing in the street at the fire station. Remember: bring your beach chairs and come early, the bridge closes at 10:45AM!

OC BREWERS GUILD FESTIVAL

Saturday, June 11^th
5PM-9PM
ocbrewers.org

The inaugural OC Brewers Guild Festival will take place this June, huzzah! This unique and intimate all-inclusive event will feature unlimited tastings of many core and limited release beers from award winning OC Breweries.  Taking place at the picturesque Fullerton Arboretum, some of the best chefs and restaurants in Orange County will be in attendance to offer complimentary small plate food items during the event.  Live entertainment, local homebrew exhibitors, unlimited tastings and beer seminars complete the afternoon of beerful bliss.

FISHFEST

Saturday, June 11^th
4PM at Irvine Meadows Amphitheater
transparentproductions.com

Fishfest is an annual summer festival hosted by contemporary Christian radio 95.9 KFSH. Each year, the festival provides a great lineup of the best in Christian music acts ranging from rocks bands to electronic dance music DJs, all inspired by faith in Christ. It is a family-friendly event that not only features great live music, but a host of kid-oriented activities and food stands with delicious treats from local restaurants as well.

DANA POINT SYMPHONY 5TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON

Saturday, June 11^th
7:30PM-9:30PM
danapointsymphony.com

Get fancy this summer with a night out at the symphony – there’s one right here in Orange County. In addition to presenting high caliber music, the Dana Point Symphony features one visual artist exhibition at the meet-the-artist receptions. Each concert experience is artistically crafted to wow each and every person in attendance. The performance will be held at St. Edward’s Church in Dana Point with incredible acoustics and a floor to ceiling backdrop of the ocean behind the stage.

DINO DAYS AT THE NATURE PARK 2016

Saturday, June 11^th – Sunday, June 12^th
1PM-5PM
facebook.com

The City of Lake Forest Department of Jurassic Parks & Recreation presents “Dino Days at the Nature Park.” This event features a dinosaur tour, Dino dig, Dino displays, crafts, face painting, balloon artist, fun photo ops and a live show. All of the attractions are included with just a $5.00 wristband! Game booth tickets are $1.00 each. Check out their Facebook page for more details and announcements.

ANNUAL DOWNTOWN ANAHEIM 5K

Saturday, June 11^th
7:30AM
downtownanaheim.com

The Downtown Anaheim 5K run is back! And this year, children and families are also welcome to join in on the fun with McDonald’s Children’s 5K Run, which starts just ten minutes after the main race. For those families who just want to run for fun, Amica will be hosting a Children’s 1K Fun Run just after the first two races! There will be music and food for runners and participants so don’t miss the day of healthy, family fun!

SANTA ANA STREET BREAKFAST

Sunday, June 12^th
9AM-12PM
eventbrite.com

Reviving a tradition that dates back to 1928, friends and neighbors from across the city are invited to partake in the Sana Ana Fiesta del Oro Street Breakfast. Food includes homemade chilaquiles from Chef Richard Espinachio of the Robin’s Nest, pancakes from Blakmarket Bakery Chefs Rachel Klemek and Nathalie Galvan and coffee Starbucks and Portola Coffee. Tickets are just $5 for breakfast and you can stick around for entertainment, the DTSA farmer’s market and a Sunday Matinee at the Frida Cinema.

OC PRIDE 2016: LIVE YOUR LIFE!

Sunday, June 19^th – Saturday, June 25^th
prideoc.comThis year’s 2016 OC Pride Week theme is simply “Live Your Life!” It is OC Pride’s goal and mission to unify the community and help create a world where people are inspired to live the life they want freely and proud. The festivities kick off 11AM-6PM Sunday, June 19^th with a beach party at Main Street Bar in Laguna Beach. Check out the site for all events including the pride parade on Saturday in Downtown Santa Ana ending at the festival site.

DAY OF MUSIC FULLERTON

Tuesday, June 21^st
12PM-10PM
thedayofmusic.com

World Music Day is an annual music festival taking place on June 21^st, the first day of summer in cities around the world. The city of Fullerton is getting in on the fun with the second annual Day of Music Fullerton, a festival of 100+ FREE concerts in public spaces throughout the city – all on June 21^st during the Summer Solstice. Sidewalks, parks, and more may become impromptu musical stages, dance floors, and social meeting points. There’s no central venue, just wander the streets and feel the beat!

SAINT PAUL’S ANNUAL GREEK FESTIVAL

Friday, June 24^th – Sunday, June 26^th
irvinegreekfest.com

Get a taste of Greek right here in Orange County at the annual Greek Festival held by Saint Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church in Irvine.  Learn a little Greek, eat your heart out with delicious festival food offerings and stay for the live music, folk dancing troupe performances, church tours and cooking demonstrations. Lamb chops, gyros and dolmathes  – here we come!

SAWDUST ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL

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Friday, June 24^th – Sunday, August 28^th
sawdustartfestival.org

You know it’s officially summertime when the Sawdust Art Festival grounds fill with the fine art and craft of over 200 local Laguna Beach artists. Enjoy live entertainment, art demonstrations, and outdoor cafes set in the cool eucalyptus grove. Art enthusiasts, collectors, and novice artists have come to the Sawdust since our beginning in 1966 for a mix of fine art and craft. Medias include hand-blown and fused glass, painting, jewelry, surf art, ceramics, clothing and textiles, wood and metal sculpture, scrimshaw, photography, and so much more

FOOD WINE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL

Saturday, June 25^th
11AM-7PM
foodwineandmusicfestival.com

The Orange County Food, Wine, And Music Festival will take place in the all new Grand Tasting Pavilion at Sea Terrace Park in Dana Point. Taste unlimited samples of over 20 of Orange County’s best restaurants, caterers, and bakeries plus exclusive collections of beer, wine, and mixed drinks. Into the craft beer scene? There will be over 80 varieties of craft beer from 40 breweries in the mix as well. General admission is $10, unlimited drink sampling is $40 and VIP tasting is $100.

$5 DOLLAR FOOD FESTIVAL

Saturday, June 25^th
11AM-6PM
fivedollarfoodfest.com

An awesome delicious tour is coming to Chapman University in Orange. General entry is just $5 to enter a world of food trucks, carts and kiosks from all over the world. And the best par is every dish is only $5 each. Enjoy free sides, live music, dancing and DJ’s. Check out the VIP pass for $40, which includes drink tickets, or the Early Access pass for $10 to get you in an hour early.

DOHENY SURF FESTIVAL

Saturday, June 25^th – Sunday, June 26^th
9AM-5PM
dohenystatebeach.org

The Doheny Surf Festival is two days of fun in the sun including a classic woody car show, official surf competition, Kona brewing beer garden, live music, tons of food, healthy living demonstrations, and a vendors village filled with art, collectables and beach baubles. Check out the site for a list of live bands performing, surf contest heat information and more on what’s going on in the Kona beer garden like wine, poke and carne asada tacos.

What event are you most looking forward to in Orange County this June 2016? If we missed it, leave a comment and tell us all about it.