Dig Into a Feast of Flavors at Local Night Markets This Summer
Orange County features several foodie festivals with diverse dishes, entertainment and more through the coming months.
May 25, 2026
It’s a Boom Season for New Plays in Orange County
A wave of nearly 30 new plays hits Orange County, fueled by collaboration, diversity and a post-pandemic creative surge.
April 29, 2026
For Orange County Poets, National Poetry Month Doesn’t End in April
Orange County poets, booksellers, librarians and students are celebrating National Poetry Month this month.
April 6, 2026
Makerspaces Carve Out a Place for Creativity
DIY centers are growing in Orange County, offering 3D printers, laser engravers, sewing machines, wood and metal shops, and more.
March 25, 2026
Celebrating Tết and Lunar New Year in Orange County: Community, Culture and New Traditions in 2026
From Tết parades to lantern festivals, here’s how Orange County welcomes the Year of the Horse.
February 11, 2026
Embracing the World’s Cultures in Orange County
These local festivals highlight the beloved traditions of different cultures from across the globe, providing a chance to learn about new people and places without ever leaving home.
February 2, 2026
Culture OC’s Guide to Arts and Culture Events in Orange County for Winter/Spring 2026
The new year offers audiences a wide range of premieres, returning works, and notable events across Orange County’s arts and culture scene.
January 9, 2026
Wrapped in Tradition: Where to Find Orange County’s Best Tamales This Season
Tamales in Orange County live everywhere – in neighborhood kitchens, longtime restaurants, food trucks and street festivals that draw thousands. Here’s your roadmap to the institutions, regional specialties and December tamal blowouts that define the season.
December 10, 2025
A Season Aglow: Orange County’s Dazzling Christmas Lights, Boat Parades and Light Festivals
Whether on the water or on foot, Orange County offers countless ways to bask in the glow of holiday lights.
December 3, 2025
A Cornucopia of Options: What to Do in Orange County During the 2025 Holiday Season
Performances, exhibitions, holiday festivals and more are in store for the culturally curious in our 2025 holiday guide.
November 28, 2025
Which Fried Chicken Reigns Supreme in OC? A Crispy Quest Breaks Down Four Local Favorites
Fried chicken doesn’t need fancy toppings or hype to shine. Anne Marie Panoringan sampled four popular O.C. destinations to determine which dish offered the juiciest meat, crispest skin and most satisfying bite.
November 26, 2025
Community Bands Keep the Sound of Music Alive in OC
At least half a dozen groups provide an outlet for local musicians while also presenting free or low-cost community concerts at the holidays and throughout the year.
November 24, 2025
