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Anaheim Calendar of Events
The Anaheim area offers year-round events and activities for everyone...
In the Greater Anaheim area, annual sporting events range from golf tournaments to college and professional baseball, basketball, soccer, and football games. Nature lovers will enjoy the Return of the Swallows to San Juan Capistrano and the Annual Festival of the Whales each March.
Whether it's an artistic affair, musical or dance extravaganza at the Orange County Performing Artscenter, or a professional baseball game at Angels Stadium, Anaheim's got it, and you can find information about it here in the Plaza Hotel's Anaheim Calendar of Events.
Browse the Anaheim event calendar below for many of the great events that the Anaheim, California area has to offer year 'round.
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January
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College Baseball
Enjoy action-packed College Baseball, America's favorite pastime. The season begins in January, and continues through most of June. Area teams include the CSU Fullerton Titans, CSU Long Beach 49ers, CSU Los Angeles Golden Eagles, CSU Northridge Matadors, Loyola Marymount Lions, UC Irvine Anteaters, UC Santa Barbara Gauchos, UCLA Bruins, and USC Trojans.
Amp'd Mobile Supercross
Angel Stadium is the site for these exciting motorcycle races each January. For tickets, visit this website: http://tickets.eventchannel.net/sports.aspx
Santa Ana Artists Village Open House
In Santa Ana, the first Saturday each month gets lively at the Artists Village Open House, a free event attracting up to 1,500 from throughout Orange County to experience some 150 participating studios and galleries. Call (714) 571-4229 for more information.
Seal Beach Cleanups
Everyone's welcome the fourth Saturday of each month for clean-ups at the beach. Parking passes, protective gloves, trash bags and refreshments are provided. Call (562) 799-0179 for more information.
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February
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Amp'd Mobile and THQ Supercross
Angel Stadium is the site for these exciting motorcycle races each February. For tickets, visit this website: http://tickets.eventchannel.net/sports.aspx
African Heritage Festival
Celebrating diversity of African and African-American cultures, this annual celebration at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach has ethnic food, arts and crafts. Call (562) 590-3100 for more information.
Good Old Days Car Show
For nearly two decades, Old Town Temecula has rumbled with more than 800 classy autos during the Good Old Days Car Show (formerly the Temecula Rod Run) with food and more. Call (866) 763-7469 for more information.
Lincoln Celebration Historical Re-enactment
Mission San Juan Capistrano hosts an annual affair featuring costumed actors focused on documents signed by President Abraham Lincoln in 1865 deeding the Mission back to the people. Call (949) 234-1300 for more information.
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March
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Annual Festival of the Whales
For the last three decades, the Festival of the Whales, with a carnival, pancake breakfast, art fest and more, has celebrated migration of the California gray whale from Alaska to Baja and back. Call (888) 440-4309 for more information.
Glory of Easter
This annual Easter production from late March through early April features dramatic special effects, live animals and a cast of 200 depicting the last seven days of Christ's life. Call (714) 971-4000 for more information.
Return of the Swallows
Heralding the annual return of the swallows to Mission San Juan Capistrano is a festival of entertainment, food, displays and ringing the Mission Bell. Call (949) 234-1300, ext. 322 for more information.
St. Patrick's Day Celebration
The Anaheim Farmer's Market downtown hosts an authentic celebration with Irish dancers, music and food. Call (714) 956-3586 for more information.
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April
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Major League Baseball
Nothing signals advent of spring more than the start of the Major League Baseball season, which runs from April through the World Series in October. Area teams include the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim and the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer teams from both the eastern and western conferences vie for glory in regular season matches, on to the play offs and cup finals. Area teams include the Chivas USA and the Los Angeles Galaxy
Fabulous Fords Forever Car Show
Drawing Ford enthusiasts for nearly two decades, Knott's Berry Farm's Independence Hall parking area hosts Mustangs and other classic vehicles in a free show. Call (714) 220-5200 for more information.
Youth Expo
Admission is free for the annual Youth Expo at the Orange County Fair & Exposition Center with exhibits, games, crafts, jazz festival, talent search, and science & engineering fair. Call (714) 708-3247 for more information.
St. Boniface Parish Fiesta
Unfolding downtown each April with free admission, the St. Boniface Parish Fiesta features food, rides and games. Call (714) 956-3110 for more information.
America's Family Pet Expo
Dogs, cats, birds, fish, llamas, pot bellied pigs, goats, rats, reptiles and more vie for attention at this annual gathering staged at the Orange County Fair & Exposition Center. Call (800) 999-7295 for more information.
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May
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Anaheim Children's Art Festival
At the Center Street Promenade in late May, this day-long festival has grown since its 1997 founding by the Anaheim Arts Council, and now draws about 7,000 to try projects in staffed booths. Call (714) 280-0772 for more information.
Cinco de Mayo
Staged the first weekend in May, a day of festivities marks the Battle Puebla when Mexican militia defeated the invading French Army. Call (714) 765-5100 for more information.
Greek Festival
Greek music, dancing, food and pastries are served during this festival staged in mid-May by the St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church. Call (714) 827-0181 for more information.
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June
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Flower & Garden Festival
Mid June brings together plant and garden vendors, along with native plants by Tree of Life Nursery, artists, demonstrations and a children's garden at Mission San Juan Capistrano. Call (949) 234-1300 for more information.
Taste of Anaheim
Each year bigger and tastier, Anaheim's culinary tradition on the Center Street Promenade continues with ethnic food, fun and displays and participation by more than 40 restaurants. Call (714) 758-0222 for more information.
Downtown Anaheim 5K Run
As a fundraiser for Anaheim Memorial Hospital's NeoNatal Unit, the Downtown Anaheim 5K Run features a post-race exposition, pancake breakfast, t-shirts for participants, and nifty prizes for top winners. Call (714) 956-3586 for more information.
Summer Food & Wine Festival
One weeknight each June, chefs from more than 30 South Coast Plaza restaurants in Costa Mesa offer samples from critically acclaimed menus. Also showcased are California wines. Call (714) 435-2000 for more information.
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July
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Orange County Fair
Throughout July, this annual fair unfolds on a 160-acre facility, which also hosts a marketplace year around on Saturdays and a farmer's market on Thursdays. Call (714) 708-3247 for more information.
Anaheim Hills 4th of July Festival & Parade
This annual event held since 1978 in Peralta Park includes a parade, 5K/10K run/walk, pancake breakfast, dog show, food and game booths and entertainment capped by fireworks. Call (714) 765-5191 for more information.
Art-A-Fair
From early July through early September, Art-A-Fair at Laguna Beach becomes the ultimate destination for lovers of art. Call (949) 494-4514 for more information.
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August
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Pageant of the Masters
July and August since the early 1930's brings a juried exhibit of fine, original works by gifted artists. Call (949) 494-1145 for more information.
Saturday Car Cruisers
At Huntington Beach, what's billed as the Best Free Car Show in the World unfolds each Saturday as classic and hot rod car collectors known as Donut Derelicts meet from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. in a lot near Adams Avenue Donuts.
Fiesta Street Fair
Food and game booths, live music, a Salsa Challenge and more are part of the family-oriented fun at the annual Fiesta Street Fair in San Clemente. Call (949) 492-1131 for more information.
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September
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College Football
NCAA Football, created in 1997, area teams include the UCLA Bruins and the USC Trojans.
Toshiba TallShips Festival
Maritime exhibits and demonstrations of model boat building, wood carving, and more are at the Marine Institute. Call (949) 496-2274 for more information.
Taste of Newport
At Fashion Island in Newport, September brings an annual three-day festival with participation by 30 restaurants, 15 wineries, and top-notch entertainment. Call (949) 729-4400 for more information.
Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival
A decade-long track record of music and film action pulls in crowds. Call (909) 699-8681 for more information.
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October
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National Hockey League
From October on, fans can watch two exciting area teams play hockey: the Anaheim Mighty Ducks or the Los Angeles Kings.
Calabasas Pumpkin Festival
This fun-filled annual weekend festival at the Paramount Ranch has food, entertainment, and games. Call (818) 878-4225 for more information.
Gay Days at Disneyland
Following the newer Mini-Gay Days in April, early October brings Gay Days at Disneyland.
Anaheim Fall Festival & Halloween Parade
Halloween traditions include a pancake breakfast hosted by the fire department, a parade with marching bands, children's costume contest, and afternoon activities at Pearson Park. Call (714) 995-7665 for more information.
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November
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College Basketball
College teams include the CSU Long Beach 49ers, Loyola Marymount Lions, UCLA Bruins, USC Trojans, CSU Fullerton Titans, CSU Los Angeles Golden Eagles, CSU Northridge Matadors, UC Irvine Anteaters, and UC Santa Barbara.
Sawdust Winter Fantasy
More than 130 artists offer a wide selection of original arts and crafts. Call (949) 494-3030 for more information.
Holiday Trees at Richard Nixon Library
The first weekend of November brings display of holiday tree decor from around the world at the Richard Nixon Library in Yorba Linda. Other trees include the presidential tree, the first lady Tree and the Hometown Heroes Evergreen (honoring Orange County's Vietnam War dead.) Call (714) 993-5075 for more information.
Fight Night
This annual professional boxing exhibition at Honda Center takes place in late November. Call (714) 704-2600 for more information.
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December
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Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
More than 200 decorated boats cruise Newport Harbor in a dazzling week-long boat parade that is the largest, oldest parade of its kind in southern California. Call (714) 729-4400 for more information.
Nutcracker Festival
The Nutcracker Festival, on the first Saturday in December, is staged in the Center Street Promenade. Call (714) 956-3586 for more information.
John R. Wooden Classic
Collegiate basketball's annual competition at Honda Center the first weekend in December. Call (714) 704-2500 for more information.
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