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Monique McArthur

Monique McArthur is a mother of two, writer, and creator of delicious recipes. In her spare time she enjoys exploring all that Orange County has to offer, traveling, shopping, running with her dogs and spending time with family.

Haunted Car Wash Anaheim: Tunnel of Terror 2026

Tunnel of Terror is a drive-through Halloween attraction inside a functioning car wash at Big Wave Car Wash in Anaheim. Guests stay inside their vehicle while the car moves through the wash, with live scare performers, props, dark environments and special effects adding a haunted experience to the trip. The experience includes live scare performers, …

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San Clemente Carnival Colossal 2026

Carnival Colossal is an annual family-friendly carnival and food truck festival held at Vista Hermosa Sports Park in San Clemente. The event traditionally features carnival rides and games, food vendors, live entertainment and family activities. The Highland Strongman Competition has also been a featured attraction at previous Carnival Colossal events. The exact 2026 entertainment and …

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The Phoenix Club in Brea, California

The Phoenix Club is a German-American cultural club in Brea that has preserved German culture, customs and language in Orange County since 1960. Its Die Bierstube German restaurant and pub, banquet facilities and many events—including Oktoberfest, Karneval, Bockbierfest, Maifest and Kinderfest—are open to the public. Membership is available to anyone interested in German, Austrian or …

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Santa Ana Fiestas Patrias 2026: Festival & Parade

Santa Ana Fiestas Patrias returns September 12–13, 2026, for a weekend celebrating Mexican culture and independence in the heart of Santa Ana. The free community festival features live entertainment, cultural performances, food, carnival rides and games, along with the Fiestas Patrias parade and El Grito celebration. Highlights include El Grito, commemorating Miguel Hidalgo’s historic call …

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Del Mar Concerts at The Sound

The Sound at the Del Mar Fairgrounds is a 1,900-capacity state-of-the-art concert venue for San Diego music lovers to see and hear their favorite artists. The venue is located adjacent to the Del Mar Race Track and housed in the mission-styled Surfside Center which was formerly the Del Mar Surfside Race Place for off-track betting. The 9,500-square-foot …

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