Community Calendar

A three-day beachfront aviation spectacle with aerial performers, live commentary, performer signings, Aviation Alley, STEM activities, a kids zone, and food vendors.

Date

October 2–4, 2026

Time

Gates 9:00 AM daily; flying approximately 10:30 AM–4:00 PM daily

Venue

Pacific Airshow beach precinct

Address

21101 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Admission

One-day general admission starts at $40 adult, $10 ages 4–17, and $30 concession; ages 3 and under free with a ticketed adult. Prices may change.

Round 1 of Emoto Racing Live’s 2026 Fall Series at Lake Elsinore Raceway. The four-round series features electric motorcycle racing on October 3, October 24, November 14 and December 5.

Date

October 3, 2026

Time

Gates 7:00 AM, as listed on the raceway’s October calendar; see the organizer for race times.

Venue

Lake Elsinore Raceway

Address

20700 Cereal St, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530

Ontario Reign vs. Coachella Valley Firebirds at Toyota Arena is an upcoming public event. The official listing gives the time as 6:00 PM.

Date

October 3, 2026

Time

6:00 PM

Venue

Toyota Arena

Address

4000 East Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764

Admission

Ticketed AHL home opener; single-game and flex-pass options. Verify current seat price.

Orange County’s multicultural community festival marks its 25th anniversary with performances, international flavors, art, and hands-on cultural experiences.

Date

October 10, 2026

Time

10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Venue

Great Park

Address

8000 Great Park Boulevard, Irvine, CA 92618

Admission

The City has not yet published a 2026 admission price. General parking is free; premier parking is $10 per vehicle while available.

San Diego Gulls vs. Henderson Silver Knights at Pechanga Arena San Diego is an upcoming public event. The official listing gives the time as 6:00 PM.

Date

October 10, 2026

Time

6:00 PM

Venue

Pechanga Arena San Diego

Address

3500 Sports Arena Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92110

Admission

Ticketed AHL game; verify current seat price and parking charge.

More than 170 artists from the United States and Mexico join wine, craft beer and spirits, live entertainment, family activities, and community programming, with proceeds supporting La Jolla public schools.

Date

October 10–11, 2026

Time

10:00 AM–6:00 PM both days

Venue

Girard Avenue · La Jolla Village

Address

Girard Avenue, Prospect Street to Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037

Admission

Free general admission; wine and beer garden participation is separately ticketed.

A 6.5-mile open-streets pop-up park for walking, biking, skating, and neighborhood exploration, with activities, repair services, water, and accessible restrooms at four hubs.

Date

October 11, 2026

Time

9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Venue

Downtown Los Angeles, Chinatown, Little Tokyo, Arts District, Boyle Heights & Echo Park

Address

6.5-mile open-streets route with four activity hubs; enter anywhere along the official route

Admission

Free public event.

An evening garden walk with glowing pumpkins, illuminated displays and seasonal art.

Date

October 12–31, 2026

Time

6–10 PM

Venue

Descanso Gardens

Address

1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge

Family Halloween activities with trick-or-treating, Peanuts characters and seasonal entertainment. Runs Thursday–Sunday through October 31, plus October 12.

Date

October 12, 15–18, 22–25, 29–31, 2026

Time

Daytime; check park hours

Venue

Knott’s Berry Farm

Address

8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620

Haunted hayrides, walkthrough mazes and live Halloween entertainment. The organizer advises that the event may be too intense for children 12 and under.

Date

October 13–18, 20–31, 2026

Time

Select evenings; check official ticket calendar for times.

Venue

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride

Address

4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles

Tuesday community street fair and certified farmers market with live music, crafts and specialty food booths. Weather permitting.

Date

October 13, 20, 27, 2026

Time

4:30–8:30 PM

Venue

Downtown Huntington Beach

Address

Main Street between Pacific Coast Highway and Orange Avenue, Huntington Beach

German food, live bands and Oktoberfest festivities. Friday and Saturday evening sessions are 21+; daytime Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday–Thursday sessions welcome all ages, with under-21 guests accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Date

October 14–18, 21–25, 28–31, 2026

Time

Wed–Thu 6–10 PM; Fri 6 PM–1 AM; Sat 11 AM–4 PM and 6 PM–1 AM; Sun noon–7 PM

Venue

Biergarten at Old World

Address

Huntington Beach, CA

Year-round neighborhood farmers’ market with California produce, artisan foods, flowers, local makers and gifts.

Date

October 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31, 2026

Time

Wednesdays 9:30 AM–1:30 PM; Saturdays 8 AM–2 PM

Venue

Little Italy

Address

West Date Street, San Diego, CA

San Diego Gulls vs. Ontario Reign at Pechanga Arena San Diego is an upcoming public event. The official listing gives the time as 7:00 PM.

Date

October 14, 2026

Time

7:00 PM

Venue

Pechanga Arena San Diego

Address

3500 Sports Arena Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92110

Admission

Ticketed AHL Southern California rivalry game; verify current seat price and parking charge.

California-grown produce, prepared foods and live music in a neighborhood market beside the Metro A Line station. Closed Thanksgiving Day.

Date

October 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

4–8 PM

Venue

South Pasadena Farmers Market

Address

913 Meridian Avenue, South Pasadena

Open-air market with fresh produce, handmade goods and prepared food. Closed November 26, December 24 and December 31.

Date

October 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

11 AM–3 PM

Venue

Center Street Promenade

Address

201 W. Center Street Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805

Free downtown community evening with food trucks, local vendors, artisans, live music and family activities.

Date

October 15, 2026

Time

5–9 PM

Venue

Historic Downtown Murrieta

Address

Downtown Murrieta, Murrieta, CA 92562

John Mulaney brings his stand-up tour to Temecula.

Date

October 15, 2026

Time

October 15, 8:00 PM

Venue

Pechanga Summit

Address

45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula, CA 92592

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

A live stand-up evening with Scottish comedian Daniel Sloss.

Date

October 15, 2026

Time

October 15, 7:00 PM

Venue

Balboa Theatre

Address

868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

Outdoor films: ParaNorman (PG) October 15, Goosebumps (PG) October 22 and Practical Magic (PG-13) October 29. Bring blankets or low chairs; seating first come, first served.

Date

October 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

7 PM or after sundown

Venue

Peltzer Winery — Crush House

Address

40275 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA

Admission

Free entry; food and drinks extra

After-dark Halloween celebration with glowing displays, live entertainment and interactive activities.

Date

October 16–18, 23–25, 30–31, 2026

Time

Activities begin at 5 PM

Venue

San Diego Zoo

Address

San Diego, CA

German food, beer, traditional music, tribute bands and dancing. Ages 21 and over; valid identification required.

Date

October 16–17, 2026

Time

6–11 PM

Venue

Fairplex

Address

1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Pomona

Free admission to a local food festival with street food, boutique shopping, live music, a beer garden, children's activities and a craft station.

Date

October 16, 2026

Time

5–9 PM

Venue

MSJC Temecula Valley Campus

Address

41888 Motor Car Pkwy, Temecula, CA 92591

Juanes performs at the Forum with special guest Andrea Bajar.

Date

October 16, 2026

Time

October 16, 8:00 PM; doors 7:00 PM

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

Five publicly ticketed multi-designer runway sessions and brand activations presented at a working studio lot in West Hollywood.

Date

October 16–17, 2026

Time

Friday shows 6:00 and 8:30 PM; Saturday shows 2:30, 5:30, and 8:30 PM

Venue

The Lot Studios

Address

1041 North Formosa Avenue, West Hollywood, CA 90046

Admission

Ticketed runway sessions; check the organizer for current prices and availability.

A weekend of Japanese food, shopping, and culture with traditional instruments, J-pop, comedy, cosplay, a tuna-cutting show, kimono presentations, games, and crafts.

Date

October 16–18, 2026

Time

Friday 4:00–10:00 PM; Saturday 12:00–10:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

Venue

OC Fair & Event Center

Address

88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Admission

Check the organizer for current admission, age policies, and parking prices.

A three-day waterfront reggae-rock festival with national artists, local food, drinks, general admission, and premium viewing areas in a park surrounded by Mission Bay views.

Date

October 16–18, 2026

Time

Friday doors 3:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday doors 12:00 PM; artist set times are posted during event week

Venue

Mariner’s Point Park

Address

3119 Mariners Way, San Diego, CA 92109

Admission

Current official checkout: three-day general admission $235 including fees before tax; single-day general admission $120 including fees before tax. Dynamic pricing may change.

LEGO monster characters, costume contests, live shows, trick-or-treating and an interactive Halloween light trail.

Date

October 17–18, 24–25, 31, 2026

Time

See official park calendar for hours

Venue

LEGOLAND California Resort

Address

Carlsbad, CA

Bonnie Raitt performs with special guests Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen.

Date

October 17, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

Address

San Diego, CA

Weekly community market featuring fresh produce, honey, snacks and local vendors.

Date

October 17, 24, 31, 2026

Time

9 AM–1 PM

Venue

Mission Drive in front of Mission Playhouse

Address

Mission Drive, San Gabriel

Saturday market featuring California farmers, food artisans and handmade goods. The market's activities include live music, children's programs and cooking demonstrations; programming varies. Check organizer updates for weather or holiday closures.

Date

October 17, 24, 31, 2026

Time

9 AM–1 PM

Venue

Orange Home Grown Farmers & Artisans Market

Address

303 W. Palm Avenue, Orange, CA 92866

Desert community festival with a hometown parade, live bands, mariachi, art booths, food trucks and a children’s zone.

Date

October 17–18, 2026

Time

October 17: parade 9 AM, festival 10 AM–6:30 PM; October 18: 9:30 AM–3 PM

Venue

Christmas Circle and Palm Canyon Drive

Address

Borrego Springs, CA

Ontario Reign vs. Henderson Silver Knights at Toyota Arena is an upcoming public event. The official listing gives the time as 6:00 PM.

Date

October 17, 2026

Time

6:00 PM

Venue

Toyota Arena

Address

4000 East Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764

Admission

Ticketed AHL game; single-game and flex-pass options. Verify current seat price.

Sunday outdoor food market at ROW DTLA with independent food vendors, shopping and a family-friendly beer garden. Open every Sunday, including holidays.

Date

October 18, 25, 2026

Time

10 AM–4 PM

Venue

ROW DTLA

Address

777 S. Alameda Street, Los Angeles

Admission

Free entry; food and drinks sold separately.

Sunday certified farmers market offering locally grown produce directly from farmers. Held rain or shine.

Date

October 18, 25, 2026

Time

8 AM–noon

Venue

Plaza de Paz Shopping Center

Address

27271 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel

Weekly farmers’ market featuring fresh produce, flowers, arts and crafts, international food and performances by local musicians.

Date

October 18, 25, 2026

Time

Sundays 9 AM–2 PM

Venue

Hillcrest

Address

University Avenue between Herbert Street and Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA

Art, music, poetry and dance celebrate the garden’s 35th anniversary. Free preregistration; no on-site parking. Free shuttle from Ynez Road and Santiago Road.

Date

October 18, 2026

Time

1–4 PM

Venue

Rose Haven Heritage Garden

Address

30592 Jedediah Smith Rd., Temecula, CA 92592

Admission

Free; donations appreciated

Live professional wrestling and sports entertainment in San Diego.

Date

October 19, 2026

Time

4:30 PM PT; doors 3:00 PM

Venue

Pechanga Arena San Diego

Address

3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110

Admission

Ticketed; prices vary by seat

AHL hockey with WWE Night. The team lists a Family Value Pack and a separate WWE Belt Scarf ticket package.

Date

October 20, 2026

Time

7:00 PM PT

Venue

Toyota Arena

Address

4000 E. Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764

Admission

Ticketed; prices vary by seat

NBA season opener in Los Angeles.

Date

October 21, 2026

Time

7:00 PM PT

Venue

Crypto.com Arena

Address

1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015

Admission

Ticketed; prices vary by seat

A special edition MMA fight night featuring an international card. Fight card and times are subject to change; check the promoter for tickets and updates.

Date

October 22, 2026

Time

Doors 6:00 PM; first bout 7:00 PM

Venue

The Hangar, OC Fair & Event Center

Address

88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Godfrey headlines a four-day stand-up engagement at Ontario Mills.

Date

October 22–25, 2026

Time

October 22–25; six shows, select a performance for exact time

Venue

Ontario Improv

Address

4555 Mills Circle, Ontario, CA 91764

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices. Two-item minimum; generally 21+, check show admission rules.

Free evening market with local artisan and boutique vendors, food, live music and face painting. No admission tickets required.

Date

October 23, 2026

Time

5–9 PM

Venue

Central Park

Address

30268 Civic Plaza Dr, Menifee, CA 92586

Gorillaz takes the stage with Little Simz and Deltron 3030.

Date

October 24, 2026

Time

October 24, 7:30 PM

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

School surfing teams compete at Oceanside South Jetty. Check the organizer's linked heat schedule for arrival and start times.

Date

October 24, 2026

Time

See organizer's division heat schedule

Venue

Oceanside South Jetty

Address

Oceanside South Jetty, Oceanside, CA

Admission

Check organizer for participant and spectator details

Ages 21+ Halloween beer festival with tastings from 6:30–9:30 PM, costumes, DJ, Nightmare On 80’s Street and Saved By The 90s.

Date

October 24, 2026

Time

6:30–11:30 PM

Venue

OC Fair & Event Center

Address

88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Admission

$65 general / $90 VIP plus taxes and fees; parking $15

A daytime festival of local artists, live entertainment, crafts, food, costume activities, and classic cars, followed by Anaheim’s volunteer-run Halloween Parade through downtown.

Date

October 24, 2026

Time

Festival and car show 10:00 AM–4:00 PM; Halloween Parade begins 7:00 PM

Venue

Center Greens, Center Street Promenade & Downtown Anaheim

Address

305 East Broadway, Anaheim, CA 92805

Admission

Free public events; car-owner show registration is separate.

A community Día de los Muertos celebration with altar exhibitions, a ceremonial procession, Aztec dance, stage programming, a children’s plaza, art, crafts, and food vendors.

Date

October 24, 2026

Time

12:00 PM–12:00 AM; ticketed entry windows begin 12:00, 4:00, and 7:00 PM

Venue

Hollywood Forever Cemetery

Address

6000 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90038

Admission

Tickets required for ages 5 and older. Base general admission is $25 for the noon window and $35 for later windows, plus fees.

San Diego Gulls vs. San Jose Barracuda at Pechanga Arena San Diego is an upcoming public event. The official listing gives the time as 6:00 PM.

Date

October 24, 2026

Time

6:00 PM

Venue

Pechanga Arena San Diego

Address

3500 Sports Arena Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92110

Admission

Ticketed AHL game; verify current seat price and parking charge.

Wave FC's final regular-season home match features Military Appreciation Night.

Date

October 25, 2026

Time

4 PM

Venue

Snapdragon Stadium

Address

San Diego, CA

Community celebration honoring Día de los Muertos through altars, live entertainment, children’s activities and a Catrina contest.

Date

October 25, 2026

Time

10 AM–4 PM

Venue

Downtown Oceanside

Address

Pier View Way and surrounding blocks, Oceanside, CA

NHL hockey as the Anaheim Ducks host the Vancouver Canucks.

Date

October 27, 2026

Time

7:00 PM

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

A children's Halloween program with a puppet show, spooky stories and a seasonal craft.

Date

October 29, 2026

Time

4–5 PM

Venue

Northridge Branch Library — Community Room

Address

9051 Darby Avenue, Northridge

Julie Kim headlines a Thursday night stand-up show at Irvine Spectrum.

Date

October 29, 2026

Time

October 29, 7:30 PM

Venue

Irvine Improv

Address

527 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices. Two-item minimum; generally 21+, check show admission rules.

La Jolla Music Society presents Lila Downs in her Día de Muertos program, Cambias mi Mundo.

Date

October 29, 2026

Time

October 29, 7:30 PM

Venue

Balboa Theatre

Address

868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

A family Halloween concert conducted by Kalena Bovell, with costumes, crafts and trick-or-treat activities before the performance.

Date

October 31, 2026

Time

11 AM; preconcert activities begin at 10 AM

Venue

Jacobs Music Center

Address

San Diego, CA

Outdoor Halloween costume celebration on Historic Route 66. A large evening street celebration rather than a children’s trick-or-treat event.

Date

October 31, 2026

Time

6–11 PM

Venue

Santa Monica Boulevard

Address

Santa Monica Blvd. between N. Doheny Dr. and N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood

Admission

Free

An evening garden walk with glowing pumpkins, illuminated displays and seasonal art.

Date

November 1, 2026

Time

6–10 PM

Venue

Descanso Gardens

Address

1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge

Haunted hayrides, walkthrough mazes and live Halloween entertainment. The organizer advises that the event may be too intense for children 12 and under.

Date

November 1, 2026

Time

Select evenings; check official ticket calendar for times.

Venue

Los Angeles Haunted Hayride

Address

4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles

Los Angeles' two NFL teams meet at SoFi Stadium.

Date

November 1, 2026

Time

1:05 PM

Venue

SoFi Stadium

Address

1001 S. Stadium Drive, Inglewood

LEGO monster characters, costume contests, live shows, trick-or-treating and an interactive Halloween light trail.

Date

November 1, 2026

Time

See official park calendar for hours

Venue

LEGOLAND California Resort

Address

Carlsbad, CA

Sunday outdoor food market at ROW DTLA with independent food vendors, shopping and a family-friendly beer garden. Open every Sunday, including holidays.

Date

November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

10 AM–4 PM

Venue

ROW DTLA

Address

777 S. Alameda Street, Los Angeles

Admission

Free entry; food and drinks sold separately.

German food, live bands and Oktoberfest festivities. Friday and Saturday evening sessions are 21+; daytime Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday–Thursday sessions welcome all ages, with under-21 guests accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Date

November 1, 4–8, 2026

Time

Wed–Thu 6–10 PM; Fri 6 PM–1 AM; Sat 11 AM–4 PM and 6 PM–1 AM; Sun noon–7 PM

Venue

Biergarten at Old World

Address

Huntington Beach, CA

Sunday certified farmers market offering locally grown produce directly from farmers. Held rain or shine.

Date

November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

8 AM–noon

Venue

Plaza de Paz Shopping Center

Address

27271 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel

Weekly farmers’ market featuring fresh produce, flowers, arts and crafts, international food and performances by local musicians.

Date

November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

Sundays 9 AM–2 PM

Venue

Hillcrest

Address

University Avenue between Herbert Street and Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA

Village street festival with arts and crafts, an international food court, children’s rides and an entertainment stage.

Date

November 1, 2026

Time

8 AM–4 PM

Venue

Downtown Carlsbad Village

Address

Carlsbad, CA

A live tribute concert celebrating the music of Fleetwood Mac.

Date

November 1, 2026

Time

November 1, 7:00 PM

Venue

Balboa Theatre

Address

868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

Tuesday community street fair and certified farmers market with live music, crafts and specialty food booths. Weather permitting.

Date

November 3, 10, 17, 24, 2026

Time

4:30–8:30 PM

Venue

Downtown Huntington Beach

Address

Main Street between Pacific Coast Highway and Orange Avenue, Huntington Beach

Year-round neighborhood farmers’ market with California produce, artisan foods, flowers, local makers and gifts.

Date

November 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, 2026

Time

Wednesdays 9:30 AM–1:30 PM; Saturdays 8 AM–2 PM

Venue

Little Italy

Address

West Date Street, San Diego, CA

California-grown produce, prepared foods and live music in a neighborhood market beside the Metro A Line station. Closed Thanksgiving Day.

Date

November 5, 12, 19, 2026

Time

4–8 PM

Venue

South Pasadena Farmers Market

Address

913 Meridian Avenue, South Pasadena

Open-air market with fresh produce, handmade goods and prepared food. Closed November 26, December 24 and December 31.

Date

November 5, 12, 19, 2026

Time

11 AM–3 PM

Venue

Center Street Promenade

Address

201 W. Center Street Promenade, Anaheim, CA 92805

Dan + Shay perform with special guests Tyler Hubbard and Josh Ross.

Date

November 6, 2026

Time

7:00 PM

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

Fall thoroughbred racing returns to Del Mar, including the Thanksgiving weekend Turf Festival.

Date

November 6–8, 13–15, 20–22, 26–29, 2026

Time

First post 12:30 PM; November 26 first post 11 AM

Venue

Del Mar Racetrack

Address

Del Mar, CA

A free community food night with more than 80 local food vendors, shopping, live music, a beer garden and children's activities. Free parking.

Date

November 6, 2026

Time

5–9 PM

Venue

MSJC Menifee Campus

Address

28237 La Piedra Rd, Menifee, CA 92584

Don Omar brings his reggaeton concert tour to Inglewood.

Date

November 6, 2026

Time

November 6, 8:00 PM

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

Idina Menzel joins Pacific Symphony for a concert drawing on her Broadway and screen career.

Date

November 6–7, 2026

Time

November 6–7, 8:00 PM each night

Venue

Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall

Address

615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

Ten-day celebration of local craft beer. Browse the Brewers Guild calendar for individual tastings and brewery events; drinking activities are for ages 21+.

Date

November 6–15, 2026

Time

Varies by participating event

Venue

Participating breweries, bars and restaurants

Address

Multiple venues across San Diego County; choose an event on the organizer’s calendar

Admission

Varies by participating event

Weekly community market featuring fresh produce, honey, snacks and local vendors.

Date

November 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

Time

9 AM–1 PM

Venue

Mission Drive in front of Mission Playhouse

Address

Mission Drive, San Gabriel

Saturday market featuring California farmers, food artisans and handmade goods. The market's activities include live music, children's programs and cooking demonstrations; programming varies. Check organizer updates for weather or holiday closures.

Date

November 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

Time

9 AM–1 PM

Venue

Orange Home Grown Farmers & Artisans Market

Address

303 W. Palm Avenue, Orange, CA 92866

Día de Muertos community celebration organized by El Centro Cultural de México.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

Noon–9 PM

Venue

Downtown Santa Ana

Address

4th Street between Ross and Broadway, Santa Ana

Mon Laferte brings her Femme Fatale concert tour to the Forum.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

November 7, 8:00 PM

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

An all-ages live MMA event featuring championship and rising-star bouts. All bouts are subject to change.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

5:00 PM PT; doors 4:00 PM

Venue

Commerce Casino

Address

6131 Telegraph Road, Commerce, CA 90040

Admission

Tickets advertised from $85; verify fees and current availability

Western Surfing Association's November 7–8 contest brings amateur competitors to Oceanside. Individual division schedules may differ.

Date

November 7–8, 2026

Time

Weekend window: Saturday 6:00 AM–Sunday 6:00 PM; confirm daily heats

Venue

Oceanside Jetty

Address

Oceanside Jetty, Oceanside, CA

Admission

Competitor registration and WSA membership required; see organizer

Live concert at Honda Center in Anaheim.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

Three-hour tasting sessions. 30+ vendors, 100+ wines and food trucks.

Date

November 7–8, 2026

Time

Nov 7, noon–3 PM or 5–8 PM. Nov 8, noon–3 PM

Venue

OC Fair & Event Center

Address

88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Admission

Ticketed. parking $15

90-minute sessions start at 2, 4, 6 and 8 PM. Fridays and Saturdays also have a 10 PM session. Closed Thanksgiving.

Date

November 7–25, 27–30, 2026

Time

Nov 7–25 and 27–30, sessions from 2 PM

Venue

Irvine Spectrum Center

Address

SunWheel Court, 670 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA

Guided flag walks 10–11 AM Nov 7 and 8. Nov 7 keynote by Dr. Lucy Jones at 6 PM. See individual events for admission.

Date

November 7–9, 2026

Time

Program times vary by day

Venue

Laguna Art Museum and Heisler Park

Address

Laguna Art Museum, 307 Cliff Dr., and neighboring Heisler Park, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

1,200+ flags. Marine Corps birthday ceremony Nov 10 and Veterans Day ceremony Nov 11, both at 11 AM.

Date

November 7–12, 2026

Time

Nov 7 opening ceremony 11:30 AM, through noon Nov 12

Venue

Handy Park

Address

2143 E. Oakmont Ave., Orange, CA 92867

Weekly morning gathering of classic, exotic and enthusiast cars. Check the organizer for weather changes.

Date

November 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026

Time

9–11 AM Saturdays

Venue

Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa

Address

101 W. Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA

Richie Furay performs with Back to the Garden.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano

Address

33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Admission

$55 cash ticket

Downtown galleries and artists.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

5–10 PM

Venue

Downtown Santa Ana

Address

Artists Village at 2nd St. and Broadway, downtown Santa Ana, CA

Admission

Free

Morning family event focused on science, engineering, art and mathematics.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

9 AM–1 PM

Venue

Aquarium of the Pacific

Address

100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

Artists open their working studios to visitors in Lincoln Heights.

Date

November 7–8, 2026

Time

11 AM–6 PM

Venue

Brewery Arts Complex, 2100 N Main St

Address

2100 N. Main St., Los Angeles, CA

Admission

$5. ticket covers both days

Stand-up at the Hollywood club.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

Laugh Factory Hollywood

Address

8001 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Outdoor triple bill. Gates open at 5:30 PM.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

6:30 PM

Venue

Hollywood Bowl

Address

2301 Highland Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90068

Doors open at 4:30 PM.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

6 PM

Venue

Crypto.com Arena

Address

1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015

Traditional dancing and drumming, Native arts vendors and food. The host asks visitors to get permission before close-up photography.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

10 AM–8 PM. Grand Entry 1 PM

Venue

Autry Museum, Griffith Park

Address

4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA

Admission

Free

Stand-up at the Hollywood club.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

9:45 PM

Venue

Laugh Factory Hollywood

Address

8001 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Wednesday and Saturday markets. The downtown Saturday market closes Thanksgiving weekend, Nov 28.

Date

November 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 2026

Time

Nov 7, 11, 14, 18, 21 & 25 · 8 AM–1 PM

Venue

Arizona Avenue near Second Street

Address

Arizona Ave. at 2nd St., Santa Monica, CA

Year-round Tuesday and Saturday market with farm produce and food vendors.

Date

November 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 2026

Time

Nov 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24 & 28 · 8 AM–1 PM

Venue

Wilson Park, 2400 Jefferson St

Address

2400 Jefferson St., Torrance, CA

Final weekend of film screenings.

Date

November 7–8, 2026

Time

Varies by screening

Venue

Multiple venues

Address

Coronado, CA. See the screening schedule for individual locations.

Women’s skateboarding. Pro bowl Sat 2 PM, pro vert Sun noon, pro street Sun 2:30 PM. Women Behind the Lens artists meet Sun 9:15 AM.

Date

November 7–8, 2026

Time

9 AM–4:30 PM. heat times vary

Venue

Encinitas Community Park (Poods)

Address

425 S. Santa Fe Dr., Encinitas, CA 92024

Admission

Free

Live music on Saturday evening. tamales, vendors and cultural performances over the weekend.

Date

November 7–8, 2026

Time

Sat 5–10 PM. Sun 11 AM–6 PM (organizer)

Venue

Grape Day Park, 321 N Broadway

Address

321 N. Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025

Admission

Free entry

Stand-up on Shelter Island.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

Humphreys Concerts by the Bay

Address

2241 Shelter Island Dr., San Diego, CA 92106

Use Gate 9 in National City. Adult visitors need valid ID for ship tours. Ships set their own photo rules.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

9 AM–3 PM

Venue

Naval Base San Diego, Pier 13

Address

Public entrance: Gate 9 at W. 8th St. and Harbor Dr., National City, CA

Admission

Free

Asian and Asian American cinema.

Date

November 7–14, 2026

Time

Varies by screening

Venue

Multiple venues

Address

San Diego, CA. See the screening schedule for individual locations.

MLS regular-season finale and Military Appreciation Night.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

4 PM

Venue

Snapdragon Stadium

Address

2101 Stadium Way, San Diego, CA 92108

The waterfront Grand Tasting brings together 200-plus wineries, breweries, and spirits purveyors with 80-plus chefs and restaurants from the West Coast and Baja, plus art, music, and the Chef of the Fest competition. This event is strictly 21+.

Date

November 7, 2026

Time

VIP and early entry 11:00 AM–3:00 PM; general admission 12:00–3:00 PM

Venue

Embarcadero Marina Park North

Address

400 Kettner Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101

Admission

Current official checkout: general admission $210, designated-driver admission $185, early entry $260, and VIP $360, with stated fees included. Prices may change.

Free annual Christmas tree lighting at The Old Globe.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

6 PM

Venue

Copley Plaza at The Old Globe, Balboa Park

Address

San Diego, CA

Admission

Free

NFL regular-season football at SoFi Stadium. Schedule subject to NFL changes.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

1:05 PM PT

Venue

SoFi Stadium

Address

1001 S. Stadium Drive, Inglewood, CA 90301

Admission

Ticketed; prices vary by seat

Ages 21+ celebration of Mexican spirits, Baja wines and San Diego taquerías, with Taco TKO and live Latin music. Food and drink samples included.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

Noon–3 PM; VIP/early entry 11 AM

Venue

Embarcadero Marina Park North

Address

400 Kettner Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101

Admission

Ticketed; check current ticket tiers

Anaheim Ducks home game at Honda Center.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

5 PM

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

Regular schedule. Recheck dates near holidays.

Date

November 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

Sundays, 9 AM–1 PM

Venue

Newport Beach Pier

Address

McFadden Square at the base of Newport Pier, 1 Newport Pier, Newport Beach, CA 92663

The singer-songwriter performs at the intimate South County club.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano

Address

33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Admission

$79.50 cash ticket

Second Inglewood performance of the Femme Fatale Tour.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90305

Sunday San Gabriel Valley market for fruit, vegetables, honey, herbs and bread.

Date

November 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

Nov 8, 15, 22 & 29 · 8:30 AM–1 PM

Venue

100 S. Second St

Address

100 S. Second St., Alhambra, CA 91801

Stand-up at the Hollywood club.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

7 and 9:30 PM

Venue

Laugh Factory Hollywood

Address

8001 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046

California growers, artisan food and street vendors in Hollywood.

Date

November 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

Nov 8, 15, 22 & 29 · 8 AM–1 PM

Venue

Ivar and Selma avenues, Hollywood

Address

1600 Ivar Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028

Certified farmers market with growers, prepared foods and artisan vendors.

Date

November 8, 15, 22, 29, 2026

Time

10 AM–2 PM Sundays

Venue

300 Park Way, between Third and Fourth avenues

Address

300 Park Way, between Third and Fourth avenues, Chula Vista, CA

Half-marathon runners start at Sunset Park, Coronado. The 5K starts at Silver Strand State Beach.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

7 AM 5K. 7:20 AM half-marathon runners

Venue

Silver Strand

Address

Half marathon: 101 Ocean Blvd., Coronado, CA 92118. 5K: Silver Strand State Beach, 5000 CA-75, Coronado, CA 92118.

Downtown stand-up show.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Balboa Theatre

Address

868 Fourth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101

College basketball.

Date

November 8, 2026

Time

1 PM

Venue

Viejas Arena

Address

5500 Canyon Crest Dr., San Diego, CA 92182

A Little Vengeance Tour with Kalisway. Doors at 7 PM.

Date

November 9, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90305

Stand-up at the Hollywood club.

Date

November 9, 2026

Time

10 PM

Venue

Laugh Factory Hollywood

Address

8001 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Stand-up at the Hollywood club.

Date

November 9, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Laugh Factory Hollywood

Address

8001 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046

20 Years Unplugged tour with Ryan Perdz.

Date

November 10, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

DigAlert Grove of Anaheim

Address

2200 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

An orchestral concert with pianist Isata Kanneh-Mason.

Date

November 10, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall

Address

615 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Admission

Ticketed

Year-round certified market for California produce and locally made foods.

Date

November 10, 17, 24, 2026

Time

2–7 PM Tuesdays

Venue

Main Street, downtown Culver City

Address

3843 Main St., between Culver Blvd. and Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

Evening access to Shark Lagoon on two November Tuesdays. The aquarium lists free admission for this program.

Date

November 10, 24, 2026

Time

6–9 PM

Venue

Aquarium of the Pacific, Shark Lagoon

Address

100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

Admission

Free

Independent film industry market, conference sessions and networking. Registration is required. specific screenings have access restrictions.

Date

November 10–15, 2026

Time

Varies by session and badge

Venue

Fairmont Century Plaza, Century City

Address

2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA 90067

Admission

Registration required

Cyberpunk, practical model-making, anime live scores and tabletop games. The program includes Blade Runner on Nov 15.

Date

November 10–15, 2026

Time

By screening or workshop

Venue

Brain Dead Studios, 611 N Fairfax Ave

Address

611 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA

Admission

Ticketed

Live band in Midtown.

Date

November 10, 2026

Time

9 PM

Venue

Casbah

Address

2501 Kettner Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101

Anaheim Ducks home game at Honda Center.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

7 PM, Military Appreciation

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

Misha Brown performs at Brea Improv in Brea.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Brea Improv

Address

180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

Kat Bird & Friends performs at Irvine Improv in Irvine.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Irvine Improv

Address

527 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618

Tom Bagley and Jon Sherman share the stage.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano

Address

33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Admission

$20 cash ticket

Regular schedule. Recheck dates near holidays.

Date

November 11, 18, 25, 2026

Time

Wednesdays, 9 AM–1 PM

Venue

474 El Camino Real

Address

474 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA

Stand-up at the Hollywood club.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

Laugh Factory Hollywood

Address

8001 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046

Winter produce, local growers and prepared food in Carlsbad Village.

Date

November 11, 18, 25, 2026

Time

2:30–6 PM

Venue

State Street, Carlsbad Village

Address

State St. between Grand Ave. and Carlsbad Village Dr., Carlsbad, CA

The British new-wave artist performs at the downtown El Cajon theater.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

7 PM listing

Venue

The Magnolia, 210 E Main St

Address

210 E. Main St., El Cajon, CA 92020

Admission

Ticketed

Japanese comic storytelling in the Main Room. Ages 21+.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Mic Drop Comedy

Address

8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92123

Two-band club bill.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

8:30 PM

Venue

Casbah

Address

2501 Kettner Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101

American Hockey League.

Date

November 11, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Pechanga Arena

Address

3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110

A two-set concert spanning the band's catalog and Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness.

Date

November 12, 2026

Time

See official event page for show time.

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W. Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood

An evening of local singers, songwriters and musicians hosted by Diana March. Performer signups begin in-store at 6 PM.

Date

November 12, 2026

Time

6:30–9:30 PM

Venue

Jeweled Universe

Address

1017 Mission Street, Unit B, South Pasadena

Admission

$10 for performers and audience.

Dustin Ybarra performs at Brea Improv in Brea.

Date

November 12, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Brea Improv

Address

180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

Local makers and rotating food trucks. No market is listed for Thanksgiving.

Date

November 12, 19, 2026

Time

4–8 PM

Venue

Harbor parking structure, 799 Harbor Way

Address

799 Harbor Way, Dana Point, CA

Admission

Free entry

Alfred Robles: Vatos with Gatos performs at Irvine Improv in Irvine.

Date

November 12–15, 2026

Time

Nov 12, 7:30 PM. Nov 13, 7:30 and 9:45 PM. Nov 14, 7 and 9:30 PM. Nov 15, 6 PM

Venue

Irvine Improv

Address

527 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618

Drag racing. Friday and Saturday gates 8 AM. Sunday eliminations 11 AM.

Date

November 12–15, 2026

Time

Hours vary by day

Venue

In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip

Address

2780 Fairplex Dr., Pomona, CA 91768

Live music in Little Italy.

Date

November 12, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Music Box

Address

1337 India St., San Diego, CA 92101

Stand-up. Ages 21+, two-drink minimum.

Date

November 12–14, 2026

Time

Thu 8 PM. Fri and Sat 7 and 9 PM

Venue

American Comedy Co.

Address

818 Sixth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101

Morning college basketball in La Jolla.

Date

November 12, 2026

Time

11 AM

Venue

LionTree Arena

Address

9860 Hopkins Dr., La Jolla, CA 92093

San Diego amateur mixed martial arts event featuring developing fight talent.

Date

November 13, 2026

Time

8 PM (CAMO listing; confirm ticket details)

Venue

Four Points Sheraton San Diego

Address

8110 Aero Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

Local vendors, live music, street food, desserts and a beer garden. Family- and pet-friendly evening market.

Date

November 13, 2026

Time

5–9 PM

Venue

The Shops at Dos Lagos

Address

2780 Cabot Dr., Corona, CA 92883

Admission

Free admission and parking; purchases extra

The season opens Nov 13. Disneyland hosts the Christmas Fantasy Parade and California Adventure hosts Festival of Holidays.

Date

November 13–30, 2026

Time

Park hours and performances vary

Venue

Disneyland Resort

Address

Main pedestrian entrance off S. Harbor Blvd. to the Disneyland Resort Esplanade, Anaheim, CA

Admission

Park admission and reservation

George Wallace performs at Brea Improv in Brea.

Date

November 13–15, 2026

Time

Nov 13, 7:30 PM. Nov 14 and 15, 6 PM

Venue

Brea Improv

Address

180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

Two nights marking four decades of Reign in Blood.

Date

November 13–14, 2026

Time

Nov 13 & 14 · 6 PM

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90305

The market operator specifically lists a closure on Friday Nov 27.

Date

November 13, 20, 2026

Time

3–7 PM Fridays

Venue

La Mesa Blvd between Fourth St and Palm Ave

Address

La Mesa Blvd. between Fourth St. and Palm Ave., La Mesa, CA

Four stand-up performances in Kearny Mesa.

Date

November 13–14, 2026

Time

7 and 9:45 PM both nights

Venue

Mic Drop Comedy

Address

8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92123

Rock and punk bill in City Heights.

Date

November 13, 2026

Time

8:30 PM

Venue

Soda Bar

Address

3615 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92104

Twitch’s three-day creator and fan convention features Twitch Rivals, panels, Creator Camp sessions, community meetups, games, cosplay, merchandise, and interactive experiences.

Date

November 13–15, 2026

Time

Friday 10:00 AM–7:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM–7:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Venue

San Diego Convention Center

Address

111 West Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Admission

Published September 1–October 26 tiers: three-day pass $249; one-day pass from $159; child passes from $75 as an adult-pass add-on; under age 5 free. Verify live checkout.

Anaheim Ducks home game at Honda Center.

Date

November 14, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

Inhuman Rampage 20th Anniversary tour.

Date

November 14, 2026

Time

6:30 PM listed

Venue

House of Blues Anaheim

Address

400 W. Disney Way, Suite 337, Anaheim, CA 92802

Multi-stage new wave, alternative and punk festival on the sand. See the festival set-time schedule.

Date

November 14, 2026

Time

11 AM–10 PM

Venue

Huntington Beach City Beach, Huntington St at Pacific Coast Hwy

Address

Huntington St. at Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, CA

Admission

Ticketed

Jiu-jitsu tournament.

Date

November 14, 2026

Time

See organizer schedule for start time

Venue

Calvary Chapel Downey

Address

12808 Woodruff Ave., Downey, CA 90242

More than 200 artisans with art, photography, jewelry, housewares and food.

Date

November 14–15, 2026

Time

10 AM–4 PM

Venue

Central Park, Old Pasadena

Address

275 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105

East County stand-up.

Date

November 14, 2026

Time

7 PM show. doors 6 PM

Venue

The Magnolia, 210 E Main St

Address

210 E. Main St., El Cajon, CA 92020

Admission

Ticketed

Aztecs home football game.

Date

November 14, 2026

Time

6:30 PM

Venue

Snapdragon Stadium

Address

2101 Stadium Way, San Diego, CA 92108

Singer-songwriter performance.

Date

November 14, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

The Observatory North Park

Address

2891 University Ave., San Diego, CA 92104

Round 3 of Emoto Racing Live’s 2026 Fall Series at Lake Elsinore Raceway. The four-round series features electric motorcycle racing on October 3, October 24, November 14 and December 5.

Date

November 14, 2026

Time

Gates 6:00 AM; rider check-in 6:30–8:00 AM; practice 8:30–9:15 AM; mains 1:00–5:00 PM. Times may shift with rider count.

Venue

Lake Elsinore Raceway

Address

20700 Cereal St, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530

Anaheim Ducks home game at Honda Center.

Date

November 15, 2026

Time

5 PM, Hockey Fights Cancer

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

¿Dónde es el after? World Tour.

Date

November 15, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90305

Architectural drawings and photographs from Williams’s archive.

Date

November 15, 2026

Time

opening day

Venue

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Address

5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

Nearly three miles of open streets for walking, biking or skating, plus pop-up bike lanes.

Date

November 15, 2026

Time

9 AM–3 PM

Venue

Colorado Boulevard through Old Pasadena and Playhouse Village

Address

Colorado Blvd. from Pasadena Ave. to Allen Ave. and Raymond Ave. from Pacific Alley to Dayton St., Pasadena, CA

Admission

Free

North County college basketball.

Date

November 15, 2026

Time

1 PM

Venue

Frontwave Arena

Address

3475 Hero Dr., Oceanside, CA 92056

Downtown stand-up performance.

Date

November 15, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

San Diego Civic Theatre

Address

1100 Third Ave., San Diego, CA 92101

Documentary about women’s rights in Iran, with the director appearing in person.

Date

November 16, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

Billy Wilder Theater, Hammer Museum, Westwood

Address

10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024

Admission

Free

Scottish synth-pop at West Hollywood’s intimate club. The ticket listing specifies doors at 7 PM.

Date

November 16, 2026

Time

doors 7 PM

Venue

Troubadour

Address

9081 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069

Rock show in Midtown. Ages 21+.

Date

November 16, 2026

Time

8 PM. doors 7 PM

Venue

Casbah

Address

2501 Kettner Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101

Admission

$25–$28

Nice Bits with Kenny Weber performs at Irvine Improv in Irvine.

Date

November 17, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

Irvine Improv

Address

527 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618

Lakers home game downtown.

Date

November 17, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Crypto.com Arena

Address

1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015

A survey of Fred Wilson’s multidisciplinary work.

Date

November 17, 2026

Time

opening day

Venue

California African American Museum

Address

600 State Dr., Exposition Park, Los Angeles, CA 90037

The Detroit artist’s first solo exhibition in Los Angeles.

Date

November 17, 2026

Time

opening day

Venue

California African American Museum

Address

600 State Dr., Exposition Park, Los Angeles, CA 90037

Military-connected comedians perform their graduation stand-up sets.

Date

November 17, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Mic Drop Comedy

Address

8878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92123

Seated concert featuring Rachael Price of Lake Street Dive and guitarist Vilray.

Date

November 17, 2026

Time

7 PM. doors 6 PM

Venue

Belly Up

Address

143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach, CA 92075

Admission

$35 advance / $40 day of. reserved loft $62

Teddy Swims performs with Natasha Bedingfield and MarcLo.

Date

November 18, 2026

Time

See official event page for show time.

Venue

Kia Forum

Address

3900 W. Manchester Boulevard, Inglewood

Gor Gor Must Die tour.

Date

November 18, 2026

Time

6 PM listed

Venue

House of Blues Anaheim

Address

400 W. Disney Way, Suite 337, Anaheim, CA 92802

Richie O’Farrill performs at Brea Improv in Brea.

Date

November 18, 2026

Time

8 PM, in Spanish

Venue

Brea Improv

Address

180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

Stand-up at Irvine Improv. Check the club’s ticket page for current availability.

Date

November 18, 2026

Time

7:30 and 9:45 PM

Venue

Irvine Improv

Address

527 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618

Director in attendance.

Date

November 18, 2026

Time

See organizer schedule for start time

Venue

2220 Arts + Archives

Address

2220 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90057

Two home matchups against Utah.

Date

November 18, 23, 2026

Time

Nov 18 & 23 · 7 PM

Venue

Crypto.com Arena

Address

1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015

American Hockey League.

Date

November 18, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Pechanga Arena

Address

3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110

Chris Fleming performs a live evening of comedy at the historic Balboa Theatre.

Date

November 19, 2026

Time

November 19, 7:30 PM; doors 6:30 PM

Venue

Balboa Theatre

Address

868 Fourth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

Jim Norton: Stupid Smile performs at Brea Improv in Brea.

Date

November 19, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Brea Improv

Address

180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

The club listed this performance as waitlist-only on November 7.

Date

November 19, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Irvine Improv

Address

527 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618

Four evenings with the singer-songwriter at the historic Hollywood theater.

Date

November 19–20, 22–23, 2026

Time

Nov 19, 20, 22 & 23 · 8 PM

Venue

Hollywood Pantages Theatre

Address

6233 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028

College volleyball.

Date

November 19, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Jenny Craig Pavilion

Address

5998 Alcalá Park, San Diego, CA 92110

Illuminated wildlife sculptures, festive displays and seasonal treats on an evening walk through the zoo.

Date

November 20–25, 27–29, 2026

Time

Evenings; select an admission time on the official website.

Venue

Los Angeles Zoo

Address

5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles

Opening of Knott’s holiday season, featuring seasonal shows, Christmas Crafts Village and festive lights. The announced season runs November 20–January 3, 2027; consult the park operating calendar for subsequent visits.

Date

November 20, 2026

Time

Check park hours

Venue

Knott’s Berry Farm

Address

8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620

Free admission to a local food festival with street food, boutique shopping, live music, a beer garden, children's activities and a craft station.

Date

November 20, 2026

Time

5–9 PM

Venue

MSJC Temecula Valley Campus

Address

41888 Motor Car Pkwy, Temecula, CA 92591

Holiday art shopping and daily live music and entertainment on three stages. Open Friday–Sunday through December 20.

Date

November 20–22, 27–29, 2026

Time

11 a.m.–7 p.m.

Venue

Sawdust Art Festival

Address

935 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Admission

Single-day tickets $5.50–$12.50; winter pass $35.50

A Temecula concert featuring Kool & The Gang and their R&B, soul and funk sound.

Date

November 20, 2026

Time

November 20, 8:00 PM

Venue

Pechanga Theater

Address

45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula, CA 92592

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices.

Live concert at Garden Amp in Garden Grove.

Date

November 20, 2026

Time

5 PM

Venue

Garden Amp

Address

12762 Main St., Garden Grove, CA 92840

Harland Williams performs at Irvine Improv in Irvine.

Date

November 20–22, 2026

Time

Nov 20, 7:30 and 9:45 PM. Nov 21, 7 and 9:30 PM. Nov 22, 6 PM

Venue

Irvine Improv

Address

527 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618

Two nights of trance and electronic music along the waterfront. The event publishes its camera and bag rules.

Date

November 20–21, 2026

Time

4 PM–1 AM nightly

Venue

Queen Mary Waterfront

Address

1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802

Admission

Ticketed

Emirates NBA Cup game.

Date

November 20, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Crypto.com Arena

Address

1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015

Ten-minute light show on the Norfolk Island pines with music and a snow-flurry finale.

Date

November 20–30, 2026

Time

Every 30 minutes, 5–9 PM nightly

Venue

Hotel del Coronado, Founders Lawn

Address

1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA 92118

Admission

Free

Oceanside holiday ice rink. Admission includes skate rental. select morning sessions have value pricing.

Date

November 20–30, 2026

Time

Nov 20, 2–10 PM. Nov 21–29, 10 AM–10 PM. Nov 30, 6–10 PM

Venue

Hotel del Coronado

Address

1500 Orange Ave., Coronado, CA 92118

Admission

$40–45 general. select $35 sessions

First of two home games against Iowa this weekend.

Date

November 20, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Pechanga Arena

Address

3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110

Live music by Upstream, sledding, face painting and photos with Santa.

Date

November 20, 2026

Time

5:30 PM start. tree lighting 6:15 PM

Venue

Santee Trolley Square, 9884 Mission Gorge Rd

Address

9884 Mission Gorge Rd., Santee, CA 92071

Admission

Free

Runs November 20–29; shown once on the calendar on opening day. A ten-day consumer auto and mobility show with hundreds of current cars, trucks, SUVs, hybrids, and EVs, plus vehicle debuts, hands-on displays, test drives, and ride-alongs.

Date

November 20–29, 2026

Time

Nov. 20–21 9:00 AM–10:00 PM; Nov. 22 9:00 AM–9:00 PM; Nov. 23–25 11:00 AM–7:00 PM; Nov. 26 9:00 AM–4:00 PM; Nov. 27–28 9:00 AM–10:00 PM; Nov. 29 9:00 AM–6:00 PM

Venue

Los Angeles Convention Center

Address

1201 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Admission

Any-day one-day admission: adults $25, seniors 65+ and children 6–12 $13, under 6 free. Opening-day and weekday discounts are available; advance online purchase required.

Local amateur MMA event promoted by Daniel Henderson and listed by the California Amateur Mixed Martial Arts Organization. See official event details for the bout card and updates.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

5 PM

Venue

Dan Henderson’s Athletic Fitness Center

Address

27901 Jefferson Ave, Temecula, CA 92590

An Inland Empire and Coachella Valley hockey rivalry. The team lists a Salute to Service long-sleeve ticket package.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

6:00 PM PT

Venue

Toyota Arena

Address

4000 E. Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764

Admission

Ticketed; prices vary by seat

Saturday evening AHL hockey in San Diego.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

6:00 PM PT; doors 5:00 PM

Venue

Pechanga Arena San Diego

Address

3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego, CA 92110

Admission

Ticketed; prices vary by seat

Fly the Coop pairs Bach sonatas and preludes with the period-instrument ensemble.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Soka Performing Arts Center

Address

1 University Dr., Aliso Viejo, CA 92656

Admission

Ticketed

Music Hall.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

7 PM listed

Venue

House of Blues Anaheim

Address

400 W. Disney Way, Suite 337, Anaheim, CA 92802

Live concert at Honda Center in Anaheim.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

7 PM

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

Tacarra Williams performs at Brea Improv in Brea.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

6 PM

Venue

Brea Improv

Address

180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

With Mellow Man Ace.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

5 PM

Venue

Garden Amp

Address

12762 Main St., Garden Grove, CA 92840

Performances, traditional crafts and storytelling celebrating Asian and Asian American communities.

Date

November 21–22, 2026

Time

9 AM–5 PM

Venue

Aquarium of the Pacific

Address

100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

Over 40 works trace Baeza’s experimentation with printmaking and materials.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

opening day

Venue

Hammer Museum

Address

10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024

Guadalupe Rosales and other artists examine connections between mass media and collective memory.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

opening day, 10 AM–6 PM

Venue

The Broad

Address

221 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Admission

Free

This year’s walking route celebrates the centennial of Route 66. See the organizer for route and return details.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

9 AM start

Venue

Echo Park Lake, start

Address

Lady of the Lake statue, northwest side of Echo Park Lake near Glendale Blvd. and Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA

Admission

See organizer

The brothers use sound and moving images to trace Latin music across borders.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

opening reception, 6–8 PM

Venue

Vincent Price Art Museum

Address

1301 Avenida Cesar Chavez, Building S1, Monterey Park, CA 91754

Theater comedy show.

Date

November 21, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Balboa Theatre

Address

868 Fourth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101

Saturday jazz and faculty concert followed by a Sunday evening showcase.

Date

November 21–22, 2026

Time

Classes from 9 AM. performances 7:30 PM both days

Venue

Keiller Leadership Academy

Address

7270 Lisbon St., San Diego, CA 92114

Admission

Ticketed

A mile-long garden walk with interactive light installations and a new laser display.

Date

November 22–25, 27–30, 2026

Time

5:30–10 PM

Venue

Descanso Gardens

Address

1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge

Jeff Dye headlines a Sunday evening stand-up show at Ontario Mills.

Date

November 22, 2026

Time

November 22, 6:00 PM

Venue

Ontario Improv

Address

4555 Mills Circle, Ontario, CA 91764

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices. Two-item minimum; generally 21+, check show admission rules.

5K/10K and one-mile fun run across from Honda Center. Race-day schedule lists a 7:55–8:10 AM rolling start, but individual registration times differ. Confirm assigned start.

Date

November 22, 2026

Time

packet pickup from 6:30 AM, warm-up 7:50 AM

Venue

Santa Ana River Trail

Address

Race entrance off Katella Ave., 2610 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA

Kid Fury: Furious Thoughts LIVE performs at Brea Improv in Brea.

Date

November 22, 2026

Time

6 PM

Venue

Brea Improv

Address

180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

Week 11 home game.

Date

November 22, 2026

Time

1:05 PM

Venue

SoFi Stadium

Address

1001 S. Stadium Dr., Inglewood, CA 90301

Car show, awards and enthusiast displays hosted at the Petersen.

Date

November 22, 2026

Time

9 AM–noon

Venue

Petersen Automotive Museum

Address

6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

Downtown vendors and entertainment.

Date

November 22, 2026

Time

From 9 AM

Venue

South Coast Highway 101

Address

South Coast Highway 101 between D and J streets, Encinitas, CA

Admission

Free admission

Mariachi performance.

Date

November 22, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Casbah

Address

2501 Kettner Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101

Indie rock in Little Italy.

Date

November 23, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Music Box

Address

1337 India St., San Diego, CA 92101

Journey brings its Final Frontier Tour to Anaheim.

Date

November 24, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

Honda Center

Address

2695 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92806

John Darnielle and the indie-folk band mark their 35th anniversary as part of the KCRW Series.

Date

November 24, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Address

111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Admission

From $84

Chicago tribute band.

Date

November 24, 2026

Time

7:30 PM

Venue

Balboa Theatre

Address

868 Fourth Ave., San Diego, CA 92101

Electronic music showcase.

Date

November 24, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Casbah

Address

2501 Kettner Blvd., San Diego, CA 92101

NFL football at SoFi Stadium on Thanksgiving Eve.

Date

November 25, 2026

Time

5 PM

Venue

SoFi Stadium

Address

1001 S. Stadium Drive, Inglewood

Preacher Lawson takes the stage for a Thanksgiving-week stand-up night.

Date

November 25, 2026

Time

November 25, 8:00 PM

Venue

Irvine Improv

Address

527 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, CA 92618

Admission

Ticketed; check official tickets for current prices. Two-item minimum; generally 21+, check show admission rules.

Zainab Johnson performs at Brea Improv in Brea.

Date

November 25, 2026

Time

8 PM

Venue

Brea Improv

Address

180 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, CA 92821

Pick up race packets and visit the expo at Dana Point Harbor the day before the Thanksgiving races.

Date

November 25, 2026

Time

Noon–6 PM

Venue

Dana Point Harbor

Address

Dana Marina Plaza, 25001 Dana Point Harbor Dr. at Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629

Live concert at Garden Amp in Garden Grove.

Date

November 25, 2026

Time

5 PM

Venue

Garden Amp

Address

12762 Main St., Garden Grove, CA 92840