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Bowers Legacy: The Making of a Museum

Visual Arts

Nov 21, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026 Bowers Museum

Travel back to 1932 and discover how a generous bequest from Charles and Ada Bowers transformed into Orange County’s first public museum, Bowers Legacy: The Making of a Museum at Bowers Museum in Santa Ana. Explore archival photographs, architectural drawings, and ten historic objects, including…

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus

Performing Arts

Nov 21, 2026 Soka Performing Arts Center

Taking Bach out of the museum and infusing his music with equal parts tradition, funk, whimsy, and fun, Emi Ferguson and Ruckus take you on a wild romp through some of Bach’s most playful and transcendent works. With ever evolving arrangements of Bach’s Flute Sonatas and Keyboard Preludes…

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus "Fly the Coop": Bach Sonatas and Preludes

Performing Arts

Nov 21, 2026 Soka Performing Arts Center

With ever evolving arrangements of Bach’s Flute Sonatas and Keyboard Preludes, orchestrated for baroque flute and the forces of Ruckus that include theorbos, baroque guitars, baroque bassoon, cello, viola da gamba, harpsichord, organ, bass, and even banjo. Ruckus, the super-powered baroque rhythm…

Holiday Music with Curtis Hoffmann

Festivals & Fairs

Nov 21, 2026 - Jan 02, 2027 Biergarten at Old World HB Concert Venue

Come down to Old World Village, shop at the Christmas Market for your holiday gifts and enjoy the holiday cheer with food and drinks while listening to the talented Curtis Hoffman playing classical holiday songs. Curtis Hoffmann, piano-playing crooner, is sure to please where souls are merry and…

Sanctuary Session: Simon Drew & Friends

Performing Arts

Nov 21, 2026 The Sanctuary Studio for the Arts & Humanities

Join us at The Sanctuary Studio for an intimate gathering of improvised devotional music, poetry, stillness, and deep listening. Led by Sanctuary founder Simon Drew, Sanctuary Sessions brings together musicians and instruments from around the world—including bansuri and tablas from India…

Secrets of the Mortuary

Classes & Lectures

Nov 21, 2026 Orange Public Library and History Center (Main Library)

Secrets of the Mortuary Most people never see what happens behind the doors of a mortuary. Sisters in Crime Orange County presents a rare insider’s glimpse into an often-misunderstood profession. Dr. Damon de la Cruz, an internationally recognized expert in mortuary science and embalming, will give…

Steven Bejarano

Performing Arts

Nov 21, 2026 Biergarten at Old World HB Concert Venue

Come down to Old World Village, shop at the Christmas Market for your holiday gifts and enjoy the holiday cheer with food and drinks while listening to a live band playing Christmas and holiday music. Steven Gonzalo Bejarano, a musician from El Monte, California has a passionate love for music…

The Reflexx

Performing Arts

Nov 21, 2026 Campus JAX

From crowded clubs to the largest stages of Southern California and beyond, The Reflexx continue to passionately perform the greatest hits of classic alternative. Their set list ranges from the mega hits of Depeche Mode, Tears For Fears, Duran Duran, The Cure, and INXS to hit singles like "The…

A Nutcracker for Everyone: Five Unique Takes on the Holiday Classic

Magic, surprises and standout moments make each of these Orange County Nutcracker performances different from the next.

December 2, 2024

Culture OC Picks the Season’s Best for 2024 in Orange County

Performances, exhibitions, holiday festivals and more are in store for the culturally curious in our 2024 holiday guide.

November 25, 2024

Your Guide to Halloween and Dia de los Muertos in Orange County

Numerous spooky activities around the county prove that Halloween – and Día de los Muertos – are not just for kids anymore.

October 25, 2024

Orange County’s Upcoming Film Festivals Celebrate Milestone Years of Entertainment and Growth

Fall has become film festival season in Orange County with four signature festivals holding screenings during the next six weeks starting in October. Three of these festivals are hitting milestone...

September 27, 2024

Fall Preview 2024: Our Writers Have Chosen Their Top Arts and Culture Picks

We’re excited to share with you our writers’ picks for notable events in theater, dance, visual arts, food, culture and music for fall 2024. Culture OC’s talented team of arts...

September 4, 2024

Where to Find Arts Programs for Kids This Fall in Orange County

Whether your child is a budding artist, a future performer, or simply looking for a fun and educational way to spend their time, Orange County’s fall arts offerings have something for everyone.

August 21, 2024

Outdoor Plays and Concerts Will Deliver a Last Blast of Summer That’s Fun and Exciting

Under-the-stars theater productions and concerts – of both the classical and pop music variety – are singular ways to enjoy the breezes and cooler temps evening brings during the dog days.

August 5, 2024

What’s Happening at the OC Fair This Year?

The OC Fair opens Friday, July 19 and runs through Aug. 18.

July 15, 2024

Summer Art Festivals Return to Laguna Beach

A cornucopia of art experiences – as well as food and drink – awaits along Laguna Canyon Road.

July 8, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks in Orange County (2024): Part 2 (NORTH COUNTY & SOUTH COUNTY)

Looking for this year’s 4th of July list for Orange County? CLICK HERE Looking for something to do this Independence Day? We have you covered. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the...

June 28, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks in Orange County (2024) – THE COAST & CENTRAL COUNTY

Looking for this year’s 4th of July list for Orange County? CLICK HERE Looking for something to do this Independence Day? We have you covered. UPDATE: Due to the length...

June 24, 2024

How and Where to Celebrate Pride in Orange County

If you are interested in celebrating Pride in Orange County this year, our community has festivals, Angels games, pub crawls, pool parties and more.

May 31, 2024

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Event Roundups

Events for November 2026

Bowers Legacy: The Making of a Museum

Bowers Legacy: The Making of a Museum

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus "Fly the Coop": Bach Sonatas and Preludes

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus "Fly the Coop": Bach Sonatas and Preludes

Holiday Music with Curtis Hoffmann

Holiday Music with Curtis Hoffmann

Sanctuary Session: Simon Drew & Friends

Sanctuary Session: Simon Drew & Friends

Secrets of the Mortuary

Secrets of the Mortuary

Steven Bejarano

Steven Bejarano

The Reflexx

The Reflexx

Bowers Legacy: The Making of a Museum

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus "Fly the Coop": Bach Sonatas and Preludes

Holiday Music with Curtis Hoffmann

Sanctuary Session: Simon Drew & Friends

Secrets of the Mortuary

Steven Bejarano

The Reflexx

A Nutcracker for Everyone: Five Unique Takes on the Holiday Classic

Culture OC Picks the Season’s Best for 2024 in Orange County

Your Guide to Halloween and Dia de los Muertos in Orange County

Orange County’s Upcoming Film Festivals Celebrate Milestone Years of Entertainment and Growth

Fall Preview 2024: Our Writers Have Chosen Their Top Arts and Culture Picks

Where to Find Arts Programs for Kids This Fall in Orange County

Outdoor Plays and Concerts Will Deliver a Last Blast of Summer That’s Fun and Exciting

What’s Happening at the OC Fair This Year?

Summer Art Festivals Return to Laguna Beach

The Ultimate Guide to 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks in Orange County (2024): Part 2 (NORTH COUNTY & SOUTH COUNTY)

The Ultimate Guide to 4th of July Celebrations and Fireworks in Orange County (2024) – THE COAST & CENTRAL COUNTY

How and Where to Celebrate Pride in Orange County

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Event Roundups

Events for November 2026

Bowers Legacy: The Making of a Museum

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus

Emi Ferguson & Ruckus "Fly the Coop": Bach Sonatas and Preludes

Holiday Music with Curtis Hoffmann

Sanctuary Session: Simon Drew & Friends

Secrets of the Mortuary

Steven Bejarano

The Reflexx

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