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Three people stand in a surf shop, smiling and laughing among colorful surfboards. A woman in front holds a red board, while a man and another woman interact in the background—capturing the cheerful vibe of Costa Mesa events.

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From Broadway blockbusters and contemporary art openings to culinary festivals, indie rock concerts, and cultural celebrations, there’s always something lighting up the calendar. Whether you’re planning a night out or a weekend visit, explore what’s happening and experience the city’s creative spirit in real time.

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Poster for Disney’s The Parent Trap featuring two identical red-haired girls smiling with their hands on their faces, and smaller photos above showing a woman hugging a girl and a man smiling at a girl.

July 6, 2026–July 6, 2026

The Parent Trap at Argyros Plaza

A group of people, mostly women, line dancing indoors at a lively bar or club with neon signs and wooden decor, dressed in casual and country-style outfits.

Every Tuesday · January 20, 2026 – December 29, 2026

Westwood Coast Family Line Dancing

A group of people dance outdoors, smiling and raising their arms, with one woman in front leading the group. The atmosphere appears lively and joyful.

July 7, 2026–July 14, 2026

Tuesday Night Dance: Bollywood at Argyros Plaza

SEED People’s Market Yoga

Every Wednesday · February 18, 2026 – December 30, 2026

SEED People’s Market Yoga

A group of people, mostly women, line dancing in a lively, dimly lit bar with neon signs in the background, wearing casual and western-inspired outfits.

Every Thursday · January 14, 2026 – December 30, 2026

Westwood Coast 18+ Line Dancing Lessons

A lively crowd of people dance in pairs at a dimly lit indoor venue. The atmosphere is energetic and joyful, with smiling faces and upbeat body language.

Every Thursday · January 15, 2026 – December 31, 2026

Westwood Coast 21+ Line Dancing Lessons

A group of people dance closely in pairs in a dimly lit bar or club, focusing on their movements. The atmosphere is lively and social, with couples holding hands and enjoying the music together.

Every Thursday · January 24, 2026 – December 26, 2026

Robert Incelli Solo + Jazz Band at Cafe Sevillas

Event poster with text: The Wayfarer Presents... Y2K Night 90s x 00s. Below are three images: two musicians performing, and a colorful wavy graphic with the words Sega Genecide in the center.

Every Friday · January 2, 2026 – December 25, 2026

Sega Genecide: Y2K Night

A bartender wearing sunglasses mixes a drink at an outdoor bar while two women in swimsuits stand at the counter. Canned drinks and a refrigerator are visible beside him, with palm trees reflected in the background.

Every Fri, Sat & Sun · May 15, 2026 – September 6, 2026

Zest Poolside Bar & Grille

A group of women in traditional Polynesian attire perform a lively dance on stage, wearing brown skirts, floral headpieces, and jewelry, with expressive movements and joyful expressions under colorful stage lighting.

July 10, 2026

Summer Sounds: Mevina at Argyros Plaza

A man wearing a white cap and dark jacket shops at an outdoor market, holding leafy greens in one hand and a reusable bag in the other, surrounded by fresh vegetables.

Every Saturday · January 10, 2026 – December 26, 2026

Farmers Market at SOCO & The OC Mix Every Saturday

A flamenco dancer in a black and pink dress performs on stage, while seated musicians and singers in dark outfits clap along. The audience watches from tables in a dimly lit venue.

Every Saturday · January 24, 2026 – December 26, 2026

The Art of Flamenco Dinner Show at Cafe Sevilla

A woman in an orange dress sits smiling on a wooden bench in front of a floral wall with large white letters reading “SOCO AND THE OC MIX.”.

Every Saturday · June 20, 2026 – July 31, 2026

Live Music in the Courtyard at SOCO and The OC Mix

A group of people dressed as Hogwarts students and professors on stage, cheering and holding colorful house banners for Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, and Slytherin, with a magical, blue-lit set behind them.

July 11, 2026

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at Segerstrom Hall

Illustrated concert poster features a giant shark mouth entrance, ferris wheel, palm trees, and circus tents. Text reads: The Elovaters, The Hip Abduction, Afroman, Shark Belly Motel. Sky is blue, border is orange.

July 11, 2026

The Elovaters at Pacific Amphitheatre

Three musicians perform on stage. One older man plays an acoustic guitar and smiles, while two younger men, one with an electric guitar, interact with each other and the older man. All are under stage lighting with a dark background.

July 12, 2026

Willie Nelson & Family at Pacific Amphitheatre

Two men wearing black suits, white shirts, black ties, and dark sunglasses stand side by side against a black background with small blue stars. They both have serious expressions.

July 13, 2026

Men in Black at Argyros Plaza

A child’s hand glues a photo onto dark green paper with colorful craft supplies nearby. Next to the craft, text reads “A & P ages 3–5” on a blue background.

July 15, 2026

Art + Play (3-5) at OCMA, July 15th

A smiling woman holds a large pink cotton candy at a fair. Text reads: OC Fair. Your adventure awaits. July 17 - Aug 16. Tickets on sale now! The background is lively with festive decorations.

July 17, 2026–August 16, 2026

2026 OC Fair – Your Adventure Awaits

Midland at Pacific Amphitheatre

July 17, 2026

Midland at Pacific Amphitheatre

A graphic for Twisted Gypsy Fleetwood Mac tribute band shows a womans profile with long hair, a red rose, and jewelry on a black background. Text at the bottom reads JULY 17 on a blue and red bar.

July 17, 2026

Twisted Gypsy at The Hangar

Five men stand in front of a vintage green car and trailer, wearing colorful, eclectic clothing, with green hills and mountains in the background.

July 17, 2026

Summer Sounds: Undecided Future at Argyros Plaza

Four men stand together in a stadium with empty red seats. Text above reads COLDPLAY USA. Below, it says The Hangar July 18 OC Fair. The group poses casually, smiling at the camera.

July 18, 2026

Coldplay USA – The Ultimate Tribute to Coldplay at The Hangar

A man wearing a black cowboy hat and leather jacket plays an acoustic guitar and sings into a microphone on stage, with his eyes closed.

July 18, 2026–July 18, 2026

Chris Young 2026 at Pacific Amphitheatre

A band performs on stage with bright blue and pink lights, while a large screen behind them shows a close-up of the lead singer. Four musicians are playing keyboards, drums, and guitar. The stage is marked with neon accents.

July 19, 2026

Devotional – The Depeche Mode Experience at The Hangar 2026

A man stands outdoors in a field near water, wearing a tan jacket and a light-colored baseball cap. Trees and tall grass are visible in the background under a blue sky.

July 19, 2026

Cole Swindell at Pacific Amphitheatre

Two animated characters ride dragons over the ocean; the foreground dragon is black with green eyes, ridden by a brown-haired boy, while a blond character rides a blue and yellow dragon behind them. The sky is partly cloudy.

July 20, 2026

How to Train Your Dragon at Argyros Plaza

Women dressed in yellow and white costumes with raffia skirts stand outdoors in a line with hands on hips, preparing for or performing a traditional dance.

July 21, 2026–July 28, 2026

Tuesday Night Dance: Hula at Argyros Plaza

Concert poster with retro orange, cream, and tan sunburst design, flowers, music notes, and a peace sign. Text reads: An Outrageous Concert. Happy Together Tour 2026.

July 22, 2026

The Happy Together Tour 2026 at The Pacific Amphitheatre

A woman with a high messy bun and wearing a bright green, long-sleeve, polka dot top passionately sings into a microphone on stage, with stage lights and drum equipment visible in the background.

July 23, 2026

Lauren Daigle at Pacific Amphitheatre

A man in a blue patterned shirt smiles while playing a ukulele on a rocky shore with the ocean and sunset in the background.

July 24, 2026

Kolohe Kai at Pacific Amphitheatre

A man in a suit, red tie, and white fedora smiles while holding a microphone and pointing toward the camera, standing in front of a bright red background.

July 24, 2026

Summer Sounds: Manny Cepeda at Argyros Plaza

Annual events worth
coming back for.

Crowd-favorite food fests, citywide art celebrations, and can’t-miss cultural moments make up a calendar locals love, and visitors seek out year after year.

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Children and adults slide down colorful lanes of a giant Euro Slide amusement park ride under a clear blue sky—a highlight among Costa Mesa events—flanked by decorative flags and twinkling lights on either side.
Circular orange text reads ORANGE COUNTY with CA in bold orange letters in the center, all on a light background.

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