Events In Orange County June 2015
Events in Orange County this June 2015 include movie nights, charity events, chili cook-offs and more outdoor fun. Here’s where to start making your summer memories in the OC this coming month:
THE OC NIGHT MARKET
Friday, June 5th – Sunday June 7th
4PM-12AM (Friday, Sunday), 4-10PM (Sunday)
Back for round two, the OC Night Market be at the OC Fair Grounds again in June. The original and largest Asian-themed night market in the country, the night market will feature over 200 food, merchandise, crafts, arts, games, music and entertainment attractions in one fun filled weekend.
Event website: ocnightmarket.com
NOT YOUR AVERAGE HERO DIVE – IN
Friday, June 5th
7PM
Bring a blanket to sit on the grass and enjoy Jack Black as Nacho Libre from a spot on the lawn and the kids can watch Big Hero 6 at the indoor pool. Hero in Training Registration is $5 per person and includes: movie admission, indoor pool access, superhero power kit and lots more. Pizza and sandwiches available for purchase from Two Saucy Broads and beers available from Bootleggers Brewery.
Event website: fullertoncommunitycenter.com
GRAND OPENING OF “REWIND RACERS” AT ADVENTURE CITY
Friday, June 5th
10AM-5PM
To mark their 20-year anniversary, the beloved family-friendly theme park, Adventure City, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of “Rewind Racers.” At a cost of over 2 million dollars, this coaster is Adventure City’s largest single investment to date.
Event website: adventurecity.com
ROLLING FOR WISHES WITH MAKE-A-WISH!
Friday, June 5th
6PM
A casino themed fundraiser filled with fun casino games, cocktails and more, Rolling For Wishes is raising money to grant wishes for children facing life-threatening medical conditions. Tickets are $85 before June 1st, $95 until June 4th and $120 at the door.
Event website: ocie.wish.org
ETSY CRAFT PARTY NIGHT 2
Saturday, June 6th
7PM-10PM
Join The Makery Craft Co and the Community shopping center in Anaheim for this year’s Orange County Etsy Craft Party! There will be 6 creation stations to enjoy including mini weaving, felt rosette making, watercolor art prints and more. Celebrate handmade style, find something fun and grab a bite from a local food truck!
Event website: themakeryblog.com
STUDIO ARTS FESTIVAL
Saturday, June 6th
9AM-5PM
The Irvine Fine Arts Center will host the 21st annual Studio Arts Festival featuring music, art demonstrations and food. Come by to get an ice cream sundae served in a handmade collectible ceramic bowl and see more than 100 SoCal artists and their original works of art in ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, painting, photography, fiber and glass. Admission is totally free!
Event website: cityofirvine.org
6TH ANNUAL FAMILY FUN & WELLNESS FAIR
Saturday, June 6th
9AM-2PM
The 6th Annual Good to Go From Head To Toe Family Fun & Wellness Fair will be going on this month at the Pretend City Children’s Museum parking lot. The event provides valuable resources for families including activities and free health screenings for children. The health fair is free and if you attend you can earn a free return visit to the Pretend City Children’s Museum.
Event website: pretendcity.org
HUNTINGTON BEACH CONCOURS – CAR SHOW
Saturday, June 6th – Sunday, June 7th
30th Annual HB Concours d’Elegance Family Car Show will feature classic automobiles and motorcycles. There will be plenty to see and experience all weekend long including live entertainment, face paint, balloon art, and of course the best domestic, British, European and Asian, vintage and current automobiles and motorcycles.
Event website: hbconcours.org
TUSTIN STREET FAIR & CHILI COOK-OFF
Sunday, June 7th
11AM-5:30PM
Held in Old Town Tustin, the 31st Annual Tustin Street Fair and Cook Off will be bringing the heat this June. Come by for live entertainment, food, craft vendors, beer and wine gardens and stage contests like Lazy Dog Beer Stein Holding, Watermelon Eating and Chili Pepper Eating.
Event website: tustinchilicookoff.com
FREE SURF GUITAR FESTIVAL AT HUNTINGTON BEACH PIER
Saturday, June 7th
11AM-5PM
Come down to Huntington Beach to enjoy classic and current surf music from around the world. The concert serious runs through the summer and the next show is June 7th. The line up includes The Eliminators, Paul Johnson and Friends, High Tide, The Counselors and The Trabants. The show is free to the public held at the Pier Plaza with a variety of vendors at the venue as well.
Event website: surfingmuseum.org
PEACE IN MOTION CAFÉ MOVIE NIGHT PRESENTS: LET FREEDOM SING
Friday, June 12th
7PM-9:30PM
Meet other conversationalists, support community activism and check out the Center of Living Peace for their monthly film screening. Bring your own food and bee and wine and enjoy Let Freedom Ring, a documentary on how music inspired the civil rights movement.
Event website: eventbrite.com
ROTARY COWABUNGA
Saturday, June 13th
3PM-8PM
The Rotary Club of Placentia is proud to sponsor the 7th Annual Cowabunga BBQ, Beers and Bands event at Kraemer Park on June 13th. This year the event will feature local BBQ restaurants and caterers, live music from covers band Dead Ringer (dance hits from the 80s to today) and SURFIN’ (Beach Boys Ultimate Tribute), silent auction and brews from Bottle Logic, Bootleggers and Ballast Point. Tickets are $40 for adults and $20 for children 12 & under. This event will sell out and reserve your spot now!
Event website: rotarycowabunga.com
SUMMER SOLSTICE GARDEN GALA
Saturday, June 13th
5:30PM
Dine on exquisite food, fine wine and moonlight dancing in the enchanting garneds of the Arboretum at Cal State Fullerton. Fullerton Police Chief Dan Hughes will be the spirited auctioneer for the evening as the community raises money for the living and historical collections of the Arboretum. For more information, check out the website.
Event website: fullertonarboretum.org
HUNTINGTON BEACH PIER SWIM
Saturday, June 13th
7AM
Get in touch with the motion of the ocean for the 65th Annual Huntington Beach Pier Swim. Join or watch this annual tradition as groups of swimmers make their way around the HB Pier. Entry free is $25 and registration includes a tee shirt. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each division. The Gene Belshe Memorial Perpetual Trophy will be awarded to the top team.
Event website: huntingtonbeachca.gov
WAGS N’ WINE
Sunday, June 14th
12PM-5PM
Love your pooch and good pinot? Then the best way to spend your afternoon is at the Wags N’ Wine tasting event in Huntington Beach. Raising money for Waggin’ Trails Rescue Foundation, the day includes good food, wine, a live auction, drawings, live entertainment, dancing dog adoptions, a pooch pageant and more. To learn more about the event check out the site!
Event website: wagsnwine.com
ANAHEIM NIGHT MARKET @ THE PACKING DISTRICT
Saturday, June 20th
6PM-10PM
Enjoy Farmers Park Crafts, artisans, a free movie and live music! Stop by and browse vendors with unique handmade goods, sustainable apparel and more. And while you’re there, check out one of over 20 eateries inside the Packing House. Your musical guest Sandro Razciel & Co. will be performing at 6PM and the free screening of Back to the Future begins at 8PM!
Event website: anaheimpackingdistrict.com
8TH ANNUAL CHILI AT THE BEACH
Saturday, June 20th
Head down to Huntington for the annual chili cook-off and salsa tasting contests. $10 gets you entrance and unlimited chili and salsa tasting tickets. Held on Father’s Day weekend, this event includes a marketplace with vendors featuring products and activities geared towards men’s interests and gifts for Dad, musical entertainment on 2 stages and roving street performers. Children’s games and activities will be available, all benefiting the Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Beach.
Event website: eventbrite.com
ANNUAL GREEK FESTIVAL
Friday, June 26th – Sunday, June 28th
“A Taste of Greece” festival will be held at St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Church in Irvine. Greek cuisine and hospitality are the main dish as the festival will feature authentic recipes for traditional Greek dishes, delicious pastries and a variety of beverages, highlighted with a wine tasting offering Greek wine and beer. Shop the vendors, enjoy the rides and games, get a free Greek dance lesson and more! $3.00 general admission, children under 10 are free and seniors 65+ are free Saturday 12-5PM.
Event website: irvinegreekfest.com
SAWDUST ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL
Friday, June 26th – Sunday, August 30th
The summer Sawdust Festival kicks off at the end of June in Laguna Beach. Designed to both entertain and educate, the Sawdust Art Festival draws more than 200,000 visitors worldwide each year. Discover the artist in you with classes taught by professional art instructors and check out fine art and craft from more than 200 Laguna Beach artists.
Event website: sawdustartfestival.org
DANA POINT FOOD, WINE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
Saturday, June 27th
12PM-7PM
Over 30 food vendors, dozens of different wines available plus tons of craft breweries. Check out the website for a full list of vendors and the 2015 music lineup. Admission is free, food and drinks purchased separately. VIP package is $30 and includes 10 sample drink tickets. Free shuttles, safe rides, and parking available.
Event website: foodwineandmusicfestival.com
SUMMERFEST 2015
Saturday, June 27th – Sunday, June 28th
10AM-4PM
Art, music, wine, food and more! The 6th annual Tuck SummerFest art fair will include fine art and handmade crafts for sale, love music performances, live wolves and reptiles, wine tasting, BBQ, interactive art opportunities and more. Admission is $5, barbeque and wine tastings range from $3-$8 and parking is available at the corner of Santiago Canyon Rd. and Modjeska Canyon Rd.
Event website: tuckerwildlife.org
Thank you for reading. I hope you found this information useful.
Jeff Pittman, Realtor in Ladera Ranch – Orange County, California