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Mini Melodies at MainPlace

Every first Wednesday
MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
about 26 mi (city area)

A free monthly music session for young children, held the first Wednesday of each month.

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Primrose Market

Ongoing
MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
about 26 mi (city area)

A recurring market held at MainPlace Mall.

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20 Years Later: The Great Picture

Jun 11 to Dec 11
Irvine City Hall, Irvine
about 29 mi (city area)

A City of Irvine exhibit at Irvine City Hall marking 20 years since The Great Picture.

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Discovery Day at the Farm

Select dates, Oct 2026 through May 2027
Centennial Farm, Costa Mesa
about 32 mi (city area)

A recurring Discovery Day program at Centennial Farm. See the OC Fair calendar for details and registration.

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Newport Beach Holiday Lights Cruises

Nov 27 to Dec 15 and Dec 21 to Jan 1  ·  Departures 5:30, 7:00 and 8:30 PM
Newport Landing, Newport Beach
about 35 mi (city area)

A 75-minute evening harbor cruise past decorated waterfront homes and boats, with departures at 5:30, 7:00 and 8:30 PM. Reservations are required.

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First Thursdays Art Walk

First Thursday of every month
Laguna Beach
about 39 mi (city area)

On the first Thursday of each month, Laguna Beach galleries stay open late for a free, self-guided art walk.

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