Local’s Summer Guide to Orange County
Dont wait! Start planning your local summer activities now! Here are some of my favorite things to do over summer in Orange County!
Catch a Concert
Orange County hosts numerous summer concerts throughout the season. Check out the schedules at venues like the Pacific Amphitheater and Five Point Amphitheater for live music tickets, or head to www.ocparks.com for free concerts in the park!
Movies in the Park
Movie nights in the park offer an enchanting blend of cinema, nature, and community. So grab your favorite snacks or drinks and cuddle up in a cozy blanket under the stars around friends or loved ones. Lights, camera, action!
Head to www.ocparks.com
Boat Day
One of the greatest joys of a boat day is the ability to explore hidden gems along the coastline. There is a boating activity for all to enjoy!
Charter fishing trip
Duffy cruise
Set sail
Rent jet skis
Picnic Like a Pro
HERE ARE 7 BEST PLACES TO PICNIC:
Lantern Bay Park - Dana Point
Salt Creek Beach Park - Dana Point
Treasure Island Park - Laguna Beach
Heisler Park - Laguna Beach
Crystal Cove State Park - Corona del Mar
Irvine Regional Park - Irvine
Central Park - Huntington Beach
The OC Fair
The 2023 OC Fair is set for July 14-Aug. 13 and the theme for this summer is “Happy Together.” Advance ticket purchase may be required as they are limiting the number of admission tickets available for each day.
Head to www.ocfair.com
Beach It
Enjoy sunbathing, swimming, surfing, or simply strolling along tide pools at some of my favorite beaches:
San Onofre ‑ San Clemente
Lasuens ‑ San Clemente
Strands ‑ Dana Point
Thousand Steps ‑ Laguna
Treasure Island‑ Laguna
Victoria ‑ Laguna
Crescent Bay ‑ Laguna
Day Trips
Catalina Island - take the Catalina Flyer or Catalina Express!
Del Mar Race Tracks in San Diego - take the train!