Orange County Calender of Events September-October-November-December 2013

International Street Fair August 30 - September 1, 2013 Every Labor Day weekend Downtown Orange International foods, crafts, folk dancing and music. Many different ethnic foods and costume. The Street Fair has become known for the variety of food reflecting cuisine from around the world. They provide food, drink, entertainment and crafts to the visitors.

Octoberfest September - October Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave, Huntington Beach 714-647-7107 If you love to drink beer, eat bratwürst and sauerkraut and enjoy dancing to "Oompah-pa music directly from Linzerbuben, Austria, then you'll love the Oktoberfest at Old World Village with its traditional German festivity. Complete with German bands imported from Europe, dancing, and imported beers (of course) and tasty German foods from bratwürst to potato salad to hot pretzels and apple strudel, Oktoberfest has something for everyone.

Tall Ships Festival September 6-8, 2013Dana Point Harbor / Ocean Institute 949-496-2274 The largest annual gathering of tallships on the West Coast, this festival features a spectacular array of family-fun activities including live music, art shows and a variety of tasty food. Interactive living-history encampments including blacksmiths, scrimshaw artists, and the infamous Port Royal Privateers are sure to entertain and amaze guests of all ages and are not to be missed. Additionally, you can explore the historic tallships and listen to the crew share tails of adventure and life at sea.

Annual Taste of Newport SeptemberFashion Island, Newport Beach 949-729-4400 The Taste of Newport is a three-day festival drawing over 75,000 people with over 30 restaurants, 15 wineries, rich tasting brews, flavorful drinks and top notch live entertainment. The Taste is truly Newport Beach's social event of the year!

Irvine Global Village Festival Saturday, September 28 - 2013 | 10 am - 6 pm Bill Barber Park, Irvine 949-724-6606 Boasting artistic cultural performances on three stages, the Festival's live entertainment is a mosaic of music and dance representing more than 50 cultures from Europe, Asia, Africa, and North and South America. Immerse yourself in cultural displays, world religion and demonstrations, indulge in international cuisine, explore our world marketplace and keep the little ones in motion with hands-on art projects, games and activities in a giant, interactive Kids Village. Festival admission and parking are free.

Orange County Children's Book Festival Sunday, September 29, 2013 | 9:30am - 4:30pmOrange Coast College, 2701 Fairview Rd, Costa Mesa (714) 838-4528 The Orange County Children’s Book Festival is designed specifically for children of all ages. This family-fun festival attracts more than 20,000 visitors who will be entertained and delighted by authors, illustrators, booksellers, animals, storytellers, costumed characters, train rides, crafts, food and entertainment and much, much more.

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October

Halloween Events Haunted Houses, parades, carnivals and much more! Events listed by city

Mission Viejo Readers' Festival 2013 date tba | 11 am - 5 pm Norman P. Murray Community Center, Mission Viejo A full day of authors, adult and children entertainment, vendors, food....Dean Koontz and Henry Winkler are the featured authors at the 2009 event speaking and taking questions and signing books.

Tiller Days October 4 - 6, 2013 Columbus Tustin Park, (corner of Prospect and Irvine Blvd) 714-573-3326 Tustin Tiller Days has been a regular event in Tustin since 1957. The event provides an opportinity for Tustin to celebrate Orange County's agricultural heritage. Features Parade (on Saturday at 10 am), carnival, rides, food and entertainmnet

Silverado Days October 18 - 20, 2013 William Peak Park, 7225 El Dorado Drive, Buena Park Held each October, this community festival includes a parade, food and game booths. Featured contests include World Amateur Arm Wrestling Championship, Custom Car Show,a pie-eating contest, International Chili Society Chili Cook off, hog calling, sexiest/hairiest legs, Little Miss Chili Pepper & Mr Hot Stuff Baby Contest, dog show and Karaoke Contest.

The Heritage Festival and Parade Saturday, October 12, 2013 Tri-City Park, 2301 N. Kraemer Blvd, Placentia (714) 524-8535 Since 1965, this celebration of the city's heritage includes a parade and fair booths. The events begins with the Chamber of Commerce pancake breakfast followed by the parade and band review. The festival begins at 10:00 a.m. and features many exciting activities for the entire family including the annual car show, a crafts fair, food booths, kids games and more.

San Clemente Sea Fest Held on the Sunday, following the first Wednesday in OctoberSan Clemente Pier, San Clemente 949-492-1131 Sponsored by the San Clemente Chamber, this event features a Chowder Cook-off, an Arts & Craft Show, Business Expo, entertainment and an array of fresh seafood, served seaside on the beach in the historic San Clemente Pier area.

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November

Annual La Palma Days mid November La Palma Central Park 714-690-3350 This annual tradition event has been celebrated for over 20 years, encouraging residents, business partners and friends to celebrate La Palma’s community spirit. The event features Miss La Palma Pageant, Parade & Band Review, Activities, Entertainment, Cultural & Historical Activities & International Food & Product Vendors

Turkey Trot Thanksgiving Day Dana Point Race Hotline: 949-496-1555 California's Largest Thanksgiving Day Run Event and one of America's Most Scenic Runs... hosted by The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce. Tour the beautiful beach, majestic cliffs and coves of Dana Point. Enjoy pounding surf, rugged cliffs, and cool ocean breezes as you sail through the Dana Point Marina, Doheny State Park and pass the historic tallship Pilgrim moored in Dana Point Harbor.

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December

Holiday Events Details of holiday events beginning in November. Click Here for events listed by city

Sawdust Winter Fantasy 2013 dates coming 935 Laguna Canyon Rd 949-494-3030 This unique fair offers shoppers the opportunity to purchase unique artisan crafts from various local artists. Includes live entertainment, hands-on art projects and picture-perfect moments, the Sawdust Art Festival's Winter Fantasy will become your family's holiday tradition. General Admission: $6.00 Adults, $3.00 children 6-12

Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade December Newport Beach FREE to the public. The boat parade will light up the harbor for five consecutive nights from December 16-December 20 2009. The parade starts at Collins Island at 6:30 p.m. and will last approximately two and a half hours over 250 ships participate in the parade along with hundreds of water front estates. Providing the backdrop for the parade is the Ring of Lights waterfront home and business decorating competition. FREE for spectators, entry fee for participating boats. Over 1 million people view the parade each year. For those of you that would like to be in parade Newport Landing offers 2 general admission cruises nightly every night of the parade that are a part of the actual parade. Viewing the parade from a ship means that you see all of the parade and homes in full decor that line the waterfront. General admission tickets can be reserved over the phone. Location for cruises: Newport Landing Sportfishing 309 Palm - Suite A Newport Beach Ca 949-675-0551

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