Things to Do in Orange County This Weekend

Things to Do in Orange County This Weekend
At a typical Friday fish fry, your beer-battered, deep-fried fish comes with a side of coleslaw, maybe a slice of rye bread and pad of butter, and likely French fries or another form of potato. Brent Hofacker/shutterstock
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Fish Fry & Carnival 2022

Enjoy $15 fish dinners, an opportunity drawing, a beer and wine garden, carnival rides, vendors, and rock bands at the three-day event at Lions Park in downtown Costa Mesa. Hosted by the Lion’s International Club, the money collected will be used for local schools, clubs, and other organizations in the community, as it has been in the past to build a baseball field and Lions Park. Parking availability is limited and attendees are encouraged to walk or take uber/lyft. 570 18th Street, Costa Mesa. June 3–5. Times vary. Free admission. For more information.

Tustin Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off

This event is the “largest one-day chili cook-off in the country,” according to the International Chili Society. It will be held in Old Town Tustin & Peppertree Park. Guests can expect a party with several live bands, a chili competition, stage contests, food vendors and trucks, and beer and wine gardens. Kids can enjoy a zone for them with games, bouncy houses, and entertainment. 230 W 1st Street, Tustin. Sunday. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information.

Classic Car & Motorcycle Show

Huntington Beach Concours d’Elegance is hosting this popular automotive event at the Huntington Beach Library. Enjoy live entertainment, classic cars and motorcycles, operating model trains, food vendors, and awards shows. Vehicle Registration and further information on specific events each day is available on their site. 7111 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach. Saturday and Sunday. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $10 for guests over 15-years-old. For more information.

MissionFest

A live music festival on Saturday, June 4, headlined by famous country artist Chase Rice along with breakout country artists Ernest, Breland, Bailey Zimmerman, and Amanda Kate at the Outpost at Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park. Guests can expect music and line dancing, local foods, a full bar, several vendors, and games. 30753 Avenida La Pata, San Juan Capistrano. Saturday. 12:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Presale full-day passes are available for $85. For more information.

Cars & Coffee at Anaheim GardenWalk

Automotive Owners of America invites the community to the Anaheim GardenWalk to enjoy classic custom cars, fellow lovers of the car community, and coffee. Drive-up registration is accepted with covered and uncovered parking. 400 Disney Way, Anaheim. Saturday. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free. For more information.

Technical Excellence and Creativity Awards

Watch the 37th annual Technical Excellence and Creativity Awards presented by the National Association for Music Merchants at the Hilton Pacific Ballroom in Anaheim. This ceremony celebrates individuals, companies, and technical innovations behind the sound of recordings, live performances, films, television, video games, and multimedia. 777 W Convention Way, Anaheim. Saturday. 5:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Tickets $50 for general admission and $195 for VIP. For more information.

SoCal Etsy Guild Market

The Etsy Guild Market at the Outlets at Orange features live art, food, give-aways, handmade artisan vendors, and local designers. The event is outdoor in the center of the mall between the AMC movie theater and Forever 21. Guests are welcome to have an in-person experience, meeting local creators of the handmade crafts they love so much. 20 City Boulevard W. Every Sunday. 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. For more information.

Surfrider Foundation Beach Cleanup

On the border of Orange and Los Angeles counties, his cleanup will take place at Belmont Pier in Long Beach. Attendees don’t have to pay for parking by picking up a pass at their tent, but they must bring their own reusable bag or bucket, gloves, trash picker, and water. Except for pets, the whole family and friends can join to help take care of the environment. No prior sign-up required. Every Saturday. 15 39th Place, Long Beach. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information.