Lions Club Fish Fry and Carnival
Celebrating its rich history since 1945, the fish fry held at Lions Park presents a range of activities including an opportunity drawing, a beer and wine garden, carnival rides, craft booths, and live music. The event also helps in generating funds to support local schools, clubs, and community organizations.570 18th St., Costa Mesa. Friday to Sunday. Free admission, fish dinner $15. For daily schedules and parking information, visit cmnh-lions.com/fish-fry-2023
Staff serving fish and chips at the Lions Fish Fry and Carnival. (Courtesy of the Lions Club)
Sigler Park Splash Pad
Immerse yourself in the long-absence sunlight as you explore a vibrant variety of fresh attractions, featuring a captain’s wheel, a huge ship anchor, friendly fish companions, and mesmerizing sea serpents.7200 Plaza St., Westminster. Open daily from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free. For more information, visit www.westminster-ca.gov
Symphony on the Go!
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets as the Pacific Symphony musicians will be performing free outdoor chamber music concerts across Orange County this summer with their new mobile stage. They will be in Laguna Hills and Mission Viejo this weekend.25555 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills., Friday 6 p.m., and 25101 Charlinda Dr., Mission Viejo, Saturday 6:30 p.m. Free. For more information, visit www.pacificsymphony.org/SOTG
Pacific Symphony musicians perform free outdoor chamber music concerts in Orange County, Calif. Courtesy of Pacific Symphony
Eat Around the World
Treat your taste buds to an exquisite journey of international delicacies, while exploring an array of craft vendors showcasing a multitude of cultures. Over 20 food vendors will be featured in the event, presenting Mediterranean cuisine, Hawaiian BBQ, Chinese dim sum, Turkish coffee, Filipino Ube desserts, and more.201 West Center Street Promenade, Anaheim. Saturday 5 to 9 p.m. Free admission. For more information, visit eventbrite.com
Koroneburg Renaissance Festival
Bring the family along to enjoy a one-of-the-time interactive Renaissance experience at one of the very few permanently built Renaissance fairs in Southern California. The event features live performances, period furniture making, armor and weapon demonstrations, archery range, and much more.14600 Baron Drive, Eastvale. Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For tickets and other information, visit renfestcorona.com
Baroque Music Festival
Since 1981, this annual festival presents five concerts over eight days in June, featuring talented musicians playing Baroque-era instruments and singers specialized in historical styles. Some of the featured classics include Telemann and Vivaldi’s concertos, Bach’s flute recital, The Art of Fugue, Prelude in C Major, and Goldberg Variations, among others.Locations vary in Corona del Mar. June 18 to June 25. Tickets $45–55. For more information, visit www.bmf-cdm.org/2023-programs
South Coast Brass performs in Sherman Gardens in Corona del Mar, Calif., in 2018. Stan Sholik/Baroque Music Festival
VidCon 2023
The event unites digital content creators, fans, and brands in a lively convention that offers meet-and-greets, captivating live performances, engaging panels and workshops, and other exciting activities.Participants will have the opportunity to delve into the world of video production, gain insights into content creation strategies, marketing techniques, and industry trends through informative sessions led by seasoned experts and accomplished creators.
800 W Katella Ave., Anaheim. Friday to Sunday 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. For ticket information, visit www.vidcon.com/anaheim
Farmers Market at Farmakis Farms
Find quality produce, baked sweets and treats, coconut milk, almond butter, artisan breads, small-batch foods, and a variety of hand-made crafts and goods at the certified farmers’ market. Children will also have opportunities to meet different farm animals on site.29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano. Every Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. For information, visit www.farmakisfarms.com
Fresh produce is being sold at the farmer's market at Farmakis Farms in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Courtesy of Farmakis Farms
Local vendors are seen at the farmer's market at Farmakis Farms in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Courtesy of Farmakis Farms
