Huntington Beach’s annual Boat Parade is a local tradition held every holiday season to kick off the Cruise of Lights. The event is organized by the Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee as a way to thank the residents of Huntington Harbour for decorating their homes for all to enjoy, and is an all-volunteer effort. Festively decorated boats …
The annual Festival of Whales celebration will take place on Friday March 6, 2026 to Sunday, March 8, 2026 in Dana Point, California. The Dana Point Festival of Whales celebrates the migration of the California Gray Whale which start its migration in November and ends in March at Dana Point shores. The annual festival includes …
When you blend Halloween with Oktoberfest and bring together thirty of Southern California’s top breweries, you get Firkenstein! Those attending can look forward to unlimited beer tastings, an exciting costume contest with fantastic prizes, and a variety of food trucks offering delectable dishes like bratwurst from Villains Brewing and tacos from Taco El Gringo, among …
The 64th Annual Newport Beach Sandcastle Contest returns Sunday, September 27, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Corona del Mar State Beach. The 2026 theme is Surf, Sand & Sun, celebrating California beach life, waves and surf culture. Experienced builders and first-timers can register a team, while spectators can attend for free to …
Not currently scheduled for 2026 As one of Southern California’s premier Country Music Festivals, Coastal Country Jam welcomes some of the top names in country music to the stage set next to the Pacific Ocean in Long Beach, California overlooking Shoreline Village. Coastal Country Jam is a 2-day event with multiple stages, a 50,000 square …