Opa! Celebrate Labor Day weekend with the vibrant flavors, music, and traditions of Greece at Long Beach’s premier Greek Festival. This festive event features authentic Greek cuisine, cooking demonstrations, shopping, live Greek music, and traditional dancing. Admission is just $5 per person. Bring your appetite and dancing shoes for a cultural experience the whole family […]
International Bird Rescue’s 8th annual “Yes We Peli-CAN!” Virtual 5K Run/Walk is back! Supporters around the world are invited to walk, run, bike, row, or birdwatch their way through a 5K to raise critical funds for the rescue and rehabilitation of injured waterbirds. Participate from anywhere and make a difference while enjoying the outdoors. Leading […]
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Location: Elks Lodge, Santa Barbara, CA Celebrate the beauty of the sea at the only sea glass and ocean arts festival in Southern California. The Santa Barbara Sea Glass & Ocean Arts Festival brings together local artists, collectors, and ocean lovers for a […]
Departure Locations: Wilmington Waterfront Promenade: 100 E. Water Street, Wilmington, CA 90744 (near Banning's Landing Community Center) Downtown Harbor: 6th Street & Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA 90731 (near the Los Angeles Maritime Museum) Join the Port of Los Angeles for a free, fully narrated boat tour of the bustling Los Angeles Harbor. These one-hour […]
Celebrate one of California’s longest-running and most acclaimed art festivals at the 66th Annual Catalina Festival of Art. Set along Avalon’s scenic, pedestrian-friendly Crescent Avenue, the festival showcases artists from across the country with works spanning fine art, jewelry, pottery, stoneware, sculpture, fine crafts, and photography. Festival highlights include a charity art auction and a […]
War Heroes on Water is an annual sportfishing tournament and fundraiser for Freedom Alliance, which is dedicated to helping combat-wounded Veterans heal from the physical and emotional wounds of war. Now in its sixth year, the event includes more than 300 Veterans in person and contributes proceeds to Freedom Alliance, a §501(c)(3) organization that offers […]
Since its founding in 2020, Stand Up to Trash has removed over 15,000 pounds of litter from the local environment while raising awareness about waste reduction and conservation among more than 11,000 participants. This monthly cleanup invites the community to come together for a morning of wellness and stewardship: 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.: Yoga at […]
The award-winning Pacific Wine & Food Classic returns with a renewed focus on celebrating the chefs and restaurants that define Southern California’s culinary culture. This year’s theme, “Restaurant Royalty,” honors the local talent that makes the region’s food scene extraordinary. Guests can savor unforgettable bites from top neighborhood restaurants, paired with world-class wines, craft cocktails, […]
Join the 1st Annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk in Huntington Beach, honoring the heroic life of FDNY firefighter Stephen Siller and all who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. The nationwide Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series pays tribute to first responders, veterans, and military service members who make extraordinary […]
The Catalina Film Institute presents its 15th Annual Catalina Film Festival, a celebration of imagination, education, and destination. Recognized by filmmakers as one of the top 50 film festivals in the world by FilmFreeway.com, the festival features nearly 200 films along with nightly entertainment, industry panels, and special events. This year’s festivities begin in Long […]
Celebrate the 14th Annual San Diego International Dragon Boat Race and unleash the dragons on Fiesta Island. This two-day event features thrilling dragon boat competitions alongside vibrant pre-race festivities, including lion dance, live music, and cultural performances. Attendees can also explore the Vendor Village filled with food trucks, jewelry, clothing, and more. With fierce racing […]
Celebrate autumn at the Environmental Nature Center’s 50th Annual Fall Faire & Pumpkin Patch, the organization’s largest fundraiser of the year. Guests can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities, including the “Craft Crawl,” nature games, delicious bites from SavorOC restaurants, pumpkins, and more. Proceeds support the ENC’s mission to provide transformative experiences that connect people […]