OC CALENDAR OF EVENTS - MAY 2025

OC CALENDAR OF EVENTS – MAY 2025

Newport Beach International Boat Show
Dates: May 1–4
Location: Lido Marina Village
Details: Explore luxury yachts, boats, vendors, photography exhibits, and 75+ on-water exhibitors at this world-class boat show.
Website: nbibs.com

Viva Tustin Celebration
Date: May 2
Time: 3:00 PM–6:00 PM
Location: Frontier Park
Details: Celebrate Hispanic culture with music, food, and community activities.
Website: tustinca.org

Spring Citrus Fair
Dates: May 2–4
Location: La Habra Blvd.
Details: Enjoy thrilling rides, a custom car show, great food, live entertainment, crafts, and an FFA exhibit.
Website: lahabrachamber.com

Chili at the Beach
Date: May 3
Time: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Location: Downtown Huntington Beach & Pier Plaza
Details: Chili tastings, live music, vendors, and kids activities line Main Street at this local favorite.
Website: hbdowntown.com

Anaheim Cinco de Mayo
Date: May 3
Time: 3:00 PM–9:00 PM
Location: Center Greens Park
Details: Food, entertainment, vendors, community booths, and a fun kid zone.
Website: anaheim.net

San Clemente Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Date: May 3
Time: 2:00 PM–6:00 PM
Location: Max Berg Plaza Park
Details: Enjoy live music, food trucks, dancing, a beer garden, crafts, prizes, and fun inflatables.
Website: san-clemente.org

Paws in the Park
Date: May 3
Time: 10:00 AM–12:30 PM
Location: Town Green, Ladera Ranch
Details: Pet-friendly vendors, rescue groups, and animal-themed crafts and activities.
Website: laderalife.com

Paint the Town with Love
Date: May 3
Location: Various locations, Stanton
Details: A city-wide beautification effort with volunteer-driven projects.
Website: stantonca.gov

Rancho Days Fiesta
Date: May 3
Time: 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Heritage Hill Historical Park, Lake Forest
Details: Celebrate OC’s rancho era with crafts, dancing, hands-on activities, and music.
Website: ocparks.com

Huntington Beach Moto-Surf & Freeride
Dates: May 3–4
Time: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: Huntington Beach Pier
Details: Two days of thrilling watercraft racing and freestyle exhibitions.
Website: rpmracingent.com

OC Marathon & Finish Line Festival
Dates: May 3–4
Location: Various locations
Details: Features the Health & Fitness Expo, Kids Run the OC, OC 5K, Half & Full Marathons, and an exciting Finish Line Festival.
Website: ocmarathon.com

Monarch Butterfly Habitat Workday
Dates: May 3 & 17
Time: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Locations: May 3 – Sea Canyon Park, May 17 – Dana Woods Park
Details: Help restore local monarch butterfly habitats in this hands-on volunteer day.
Website: danapoint.org

Santa Ana Open Garden Day
Date: May 10
Time: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: West Floral Park & Fisher Park
Details: Tour 10 beautifully designed gardens with art, live music, expert talks, and classic cars.
Website: opengardenday.com

Brew at the Zoo
Date: May 10
Time: 5:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Santa Ana Zoo
Details: Sample craft beers, enjoy food tastings, listen to live music, and visit zoo animals after hours.
Website: santaanazoo.org

Heroes Hall Speakers Series
Dates: May 10 & May 30
Time: May 10 – 2:00 PM–3:30 PM; May 30 – 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
Location: OC Fair & Event Center
Details: Engaging sessions spotlighting stories of veterans and the realities of PTSD and military service.
Website: ocfair.com

Brea Bonanza Days
Dates: May 16–18
Location: Downtown Brea
Details: A fun-filled weekend of country music, dancing, artisan booths, and family-friendly fun.
Website: breadowntown.com

Crawfish Festival
Dates: May 16–18
Location: Fountain Valley Sports Park
Details: Enjoy fresh crawfish, live music, carnival rides, beignets, bayou bars, karaoke, and VIP experiences.
Website: crawfishfestival.com

Greek Festival
Dates: May 16–18
Location: St. John Greek Orthodox Church, Anaheim
Details: Authentic food, pastries, traditional dancing, outdoor marketplace, and Kids Zone.
Website: ocgreekfest.com

Be More Healthy Expo
Date: May 17
Time: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Location: Seal Beach Pier
Details: Free health screenings, wellness vendors, fitness demos, and a Kids Fun Zone.
Website: sealbeachchamber.org

Cypress Police Open House
Date: May 17
Time: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: 5275 Orange Avenue
Details: Live K9 and SWAT demos, fire authority exhibits, and interactive safety booths.
Website: cypressca.org

Anaheim Community Yard Sale
Date: May 17
Time: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
Location: Center Street Promenade
Details: Shop or sell at this bustling city-wide community yard sale.
Website: downtownanaheim.com

Anaheim Children’s Festival
Date: May 17
Time: 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Pearson Park
Details: Art projects, live performances, and interactive activities for all ages.
Website: muzeo.org

Tustin LobsterFest
Date: May 17
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Peppertree Park
Details: All-you-can-eat Maine lobster and tri-tip dinner, plus live music from the ’50s–’70s.
Website: tustinlobsterfest.com

Sock Hop
Date: May 17
Time: 5:30 PM–8:30 PM
Location: Floral Park & West Floral Park, Santa Ana
Details: Dance under the stars to ’50s music with burgers, fries, and root beer floats.
Website: floralpark.com

Santa Ana Fun Run
Date: May 17
Time: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: Santa Ana Stadium
Details: 5K, 10K, and kids dash, plus beer garden, food trucks, and community booths.
Website: santa-ana.org/fun-run

Balboa Island ArtWalk
Date: May 18
Time: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: 1000 South Bayfront
Details: 90 artists, live music on four stages, and fine art along the bayfront.
Website: balboaislandartwalk.info

Taste of Brea & Business Expo
Date: May 22
Time: 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
Location: Birch Street, Downtown Brea
Details: Live music, beer and wine, and delicious tastings from Brea’s best restaurants and businesses.
Website: tasteofbrea.com

Pride in Irvine
Date: May 22
Time: 5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Location: Irvine Civic Center Piazza
Details: Celebrate Pride with local resources, refreshments, and inclusive community activities.
Website: cityofirvine.org

Newport Beach Wine & Spirits Festival
Dates: May 23–25
Location: Balboa Bay Resort
Details: A premier wine and spirits weekend with elegant dinners, grand tastings, and a Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brunch.
Website: balboabayresort.com/nbwinefestival

Garden Grove Strawberry Festival
Dates: May 23–26
Location: Village Green, Downtown
Details: Enjoy parades, carnival rides, live entertainment, contests, vendor booths, and lots of strawberries!
Website: strawberryfestival.org

Scottish Fest
Dates: May 24–25
Times: Sat 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, Sun 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
Location: OC Fair & Event Center
Details: A celebration of Scottish and Celtic culture with music, dance, games, and traditional fare.
Website: scottishfest.com

Tustin Memorial Day Remembrance
Date: May 25
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Veterans Sports Park
Details: Ceremony includes speeches, reading of KIA/MIA names, unveiling of new Veterans Pavers, and 21-gun salute.
Website: tustinca.org

Buena Park Memorial Day Remembrance
Date: May 26
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Civic Center
Details: A moving tribute honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in military service.
Website: buenapark.com

La Palma Memorial Day Ceremony
Date: May 26
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Civic Center
Details: A formal ceremony to honor and remember our Armed Forces' dedication and sacrifice.
Website: lapalmaca.gov

Memorial Day Half Marathon
Date: May 26
Location: Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills
Details: Includes a Half Marathon, 5K, and 10K races honoring our veterans.
Website: lagunahillshalfmarathon.com

Symphony on the Go
Date: May 30
Time: 6:30 PM–7:30 PM
Location: Pavion Park, Mission Viejo
Details: Enjoy a beautiful outdoor performance by Pacific Symphony’s mobile stage ensemble.
Website: cityofmissionviejo.org

Rare Vintage Air d’Elegance Car Show
Date: May 31
Time: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Old World Village, Huntington Beach
Details: Classic VW car show with a unique German village backdrop, shopping, and dining.
Website: oldworldhb.com

San Clemente Annual Car Show
Date: May 31
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Avenida Del Mar, Downtown San Clemente
Details: Classic cars, food, live music, shopping, and fun for the whole family.
Website: sccarshow.com

Kids’ Community Swap Meet
Date: May 31
Time: 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
Location: Yorba Linda Community Center
Details: Kids learn money skills by selling gently used items at this fun community event.
Website: yorbalindaca.gov