Things to Do in Orange County
Discover the best things to do in Orange County, from world-famous attractions and beautiful beaches to outdoor adventures, family activities, shopping, dining and local favorites. Whether you're planning a day out, exploring a new part of OC or looking for something different to do, use this guide to find ideas throughout Orange County. Looking for something happening right now? Check out our guide to upcoming Orange County events and things to do this weekend.
Disney
DisneylandDisney's California AdventureDowntown DisneyDisney's Avengers CampusStar Wars Galaxy's EdgeDisneyland RidesJungle CruiseBest Places to Watch Disneyland Fireworks Without a Ticket
Best Places Inside Disneyland to Watch The FireworksHalloween Time at Disneyland & California AdventureDisney On Ice Southern California 2026: Anaheim & SoCal DatesHolidays at Disneyland & California AdventureDisney California Adventure Food & Wine FestivalDisneyland After DarkDisney D23 ExpoDisney Cotino: A Palm Springs Community
Disney Hotels in AnaheimThings To Do Near DisneylandWhat Is Disneyland Forward?What To Bring To DisneylandDisneyland FAQ
Knott’s Berry Farm
Knotts Berry FarmKnott's Scary Farm 2026Knott's Berry Farm Discount TicketsThe Monster-FriendKnott's Scary Farm: Making MonstersKnott's Boysenberry FestivalKnott's Berry Farm 4th of July Fireworks
Beaches
Orange County Beaches: Dana PointOrange County Beaches: Huntington BeachOrange County Beaches: Laguna BeachBest Beaches in Newport Beach, CAOrange County Beaches: San ClementeOrange County Beaches: Seal BeachCrystal Cove State ParkDoheny State Beach
San Onofre State Beach | Classic California Beach FunOrange County PiersCleanest Beaches in Orange County: 2026 Water Quality GuideWhat to Bring to the BeachWhat to Bring to a Beach BonfireBeach Bonfires & Fire Pits in Orange CountyBest Beaches In Orange CountyBest Beach Resorts in Orange County
On The Water
Where to Go Stand-Up Paddle Boarding in Orange CountyIrvine Lake Fishing Guide: Hours, Rules & Visitor InformationBest Tidepools in Orange CountyBest Surf Spots in Orange CountyBest Swim Spots In OCScuba Diving and Snorkeling SpotsFishing In Orange CountyCalifornia & Orange County Fish Stocking Schedule 2026
Ways to Experience OC By WaterNewport Dunes GuideWhale Watching In Orange CountyEverything to See and Do at Newport HarborFree Fishing Days 2026California Open Fishing SeasonsCalifornia Grunion Run Schedule 2026Family Friendly Tide Pools In Orange County
Food & Drink
MICHELIN Star Restaurants in Orange County & California 2026Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Restaurants in Orange County & Southern CaliforniaBest Orange County Food Halls Plus LABest Breweries in Orange County: Complete Brewery GuideBest Sports Bars in Orange County: Where to Watch the GameAnaheim Packing DistrictVillains Brewing (Formerly LeisureTown)SteelCraft Garden Grove
Balboa Bar & Frozen BananasBrunch In Orange CountyBottomless Brunch in Orange County: Mimosas & MoreTop Celebrity Chef Restaurants in Orange CountyBest Restaurants With a View in Orange CountyRestaurants With Great Kid's MenusDog-Friendly Restaurants in Orange County24-Hour Restaurants in Orange County
Irish Bars, Pubs, & RestaurantsBest Rooftop Bars & RestaurantsRestaurants That Accept EBT in Orange County, CANew Restaurants in Orange County: 2026 Openings & Coming SoonBest Themed Restaurants & Dining Experiences in Orange CountySecret Menus in Orange CountyHidden Gem: Pearson's Port Seafood MarketHidden Dining and Drinking Spots
Entertainment
Sawdust Art Festival Art Classes: Getting Creative in Laguna BeachSlashers Axe Throwing & AlesBicycles San ClementeFree Orange County Concerts in the Park 2026Free Outdoor Movies in Orange County 2026Best Live Music Venues in Orange CountyOrange County Fair & Event CenterWild Rivers Waterpark Irvine: 2026 Visitor Guide
Where to Play Pickleball in Orange CountyBalboa Island: Things to Do, Restaurants, Ferry & ParkingOrange County Art SceneWhat to Do This Weekend in OCDate Ideas in Orange CountyCelebrity Hangouts & Sighting Spots in Orange CountySouthern California CasinosWater Parks in Southern California
Orange County SkateparksArt Walks in Orange CountyOrange County’s Aquarium Next Door: Aquarium of the PacificWild Rivers Rides, Attractions & Height RequirementsWild Rivers Discount Tickets & Deals 2026Adventure Lagoon - Anaheim Aqua ParkFashion Island Events & EntertainmentAmerican Ninja Warrior Adventure Park
Angel Stadium of AnaheimBalboa Fun ZoneChildren's Museums in Orange CountyMuseums in Orange CountyOrange County Museum Of ArtLaguna Beach Art, Museums, & CultureThe Nixon LibraryOrange County Zoo
Santa Ana ZooSanta Ana Zoo AnimalsThe Frida CinemaIndoor Gyms for Kids in Orange CountyOrange County Great ParkGreat Park IceOrange County Great Park Sports ComplexBest Bowling Alleys in Orange County
Nightlife In Orange CountyGirls' Night Out Ideas in Orange CountyGirls Trip Weekend IdeasBest Bachelorette Ideas in Orange CountyGreat Park Live GuideGarden Amp OCSegerstrom Center For The ArtsHouse of Blues Anaheim
Anaheim Convention CenterThe Observatory & Constellation RoomThe Coach HouseThe Phoenix Club in Brea, CaliforniaWorld Famous Doll HutDel Mar Concerts at The SoundFun Things to Do for Your Birthday in Orange CountyBest Kids Birthday Party Places in Orange County
Orange County Elks Lodges40 Stay At Home Date Night IdeasCountry Line Dancing in Orange County: Bars, Dance Nights & LessonsSouthern California Bucket List: Best Things To Do In SoCalSouthern California Biker Bars & RoadhousesBest Things To Do In Los AngelesMuseums In RiversideLive Theater & Performing Arts Venues in Orange County
Best Southern California Resort PoolsDel Mar Horse Racing Season 2026Summer Movie Camps at AMC, Cinemark & RegalHow to Get Discount Tickets to Theme Parks, Events & MoreAdult Arcades in OC and BeyondOrange County Night MarketsHidden Gems In Southern California
Shopping
Bass Pro Shops' Outdoor World IrvineFashion Island GuideIrvine Spectrum CenterPacific CityEverything You Need to Know About South Coast PlazaShopping Centers in Orange CountyOrange County Outlets & BeyondThe Best Thrift Stores in OC
Thrifting Tips, Secrets & HacksThrifting for ResaleWhere To Sell Used ClothesOrange County Swap Meets & Flea MarketsThe District TustinAnaheim GardenWalkAsian Garden Mall (Phuoc Loc Tho)
Explore OC
Best Downtowns in Orange County: Walkable Districts & Main StreetsHistoric Sites in Orange CountyBest Regional Parks in Orange CountyPaved Walking Paths In Orange CountyPlaces To Go For A WalkOrange County Splash Pads & Splash Parks 2026Nature Centers in Orange CountyBest Hiking and Mountain Biking Trails in OC
Carbon Canyon Regional ParkFeatherly Regional ParkHarriett M. Wieder Regional ParkRalph B. Clark Regional ParkTed Craig Regional ParkWilliam R. Mason Regional ParkLaguna Niguel Regional ParkMile Square Regional Park
O'Neill Regional ParkIrvine Regional ParkPeters Canyon Regional ParkSantiago Oaks Regional ParkTalbert Regional ParkYorba Regional ParkTri-City Regional ParkSanta Margarita River Trail Preserve
Orange County Wilderness PreservesUpper Newport Bay Nature PreserveAliso And Wood Canyons Wilderness ParkIrvine Ranch Open Space PreserveRonald W. Caspers Wilderness ParkSaddleback Wilderness ParkChino Hills State ParkGypsum Canyon Wilderness Park
Bolsa Chica Ecological ReserveCrystal Cove State ParkThomas F. Riley Wilderness ParkLaguna Coast Wilderness ParkBlack Star Canyon Wilderness ParkRandall Preserve/Banning RanchMoiola ParkDog Parks in Orange County
Best Places To See WildflowersBest Picnic Spots in Orange CountyOC Points of InterestOrange County Great ParkFree Shuttles & Trolleys in Orange CountyOrange County Golf CoursesMust Play Golf Courses in OCOrange County Country Clubs
Best Hayrides in Orange County & Nearby - Fall 2026Haunted Places in Orange County: Ghost Stories & Historic LocationsRancho Mission Viejo Riding ParkBest Petting ZoosUnderwood Family FarmsBest Family Friendly Farms To VisitBest U-Pick Farms & Orchards in Southern CaliforniaBeach Horseback Riding in California: Where You Can Ride
Horseback Riding in Orange County: Trail Rides & LessonsHorseback Riding Trails In Orange CountyOrange County Parks With Workout Equipment & Outdoor GymsBest Health & Fitness Clubs & GymsTanaka Farms GuideWhere To See Lights & Light Displays
Bucket Lists
Things to Do in Aliso Viejo, CA: Parks, Trails & AttractionsThings To Do In AnaheimThings To Do In BreaThings To Do In Buena ParkThings To Do In Costa MesaThings To Do In CypressThings To Do In Dana PointThings To Do In Fountain Valley
Things To Do In FullertonThings To Do In Garden GroveThings To Do In Huntington BeachThings To Do In IrvineThings To Do In Mission ViejoThings To Do In Newport BeachThings To Do In OrangeThings To Do In Santa Ana
Things To Do In Seal BeachThings To Do In San Juan CapistranoThings To Do In TustinThings To Do In Westminster
OC Resources
Free Things to Do in Orange County: Beaches, Museums & MoreSecret Menus in Orange CountyBest Libraries in Orange CountyIn-N-Out Secret Menu Guide 2026How to Reheat In-N-Out BurgerReciprocal Museum Membership ProgramsHow to Find Free or Cheap Museum AdmissionFree Museum Days in Orange County & Southern California