Newport Beach, CA Local News, Events, and Information

Costa Mesa Wed. Oct 21 2026

Once Upon A Mattress | Lyceum Theater @ Vanguard University | Oct 22 - Nov 1

A raucous, vibrant musical comedy filled with silly, fast-paced humor and buckets of physical comedy.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Once Upon A Mattress | Lyceum Theater @ Vanguard University | Oct 22 - Nov 1

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Newport Beach Wed. Oct 21 2026

The Outsiders | Segerstrom Hall | Oct 20 - Nov 1

"The Outsiders has the power to inspire an entire generation." - Entertainment Weekly

Eric Bergstrom Editor

The Outsiders | Segerstrom Hall | Oct 20 - Nov 1

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Newport Beach Weather: Thursday October 22

High: 68°

Low: 63°

Wind: 9 MPH WSW

Chance of rain: 74%

Patchy rain nearby, with a high of 68 and low of 63 degrees. Patchy rain nearby for the morning,

Newport Beach Wed. Oct 21 2026

Dear Evan Hansen | La Mirada Theater | Oct 30 - Nov 22

Evan is forced to confront the fact that the price of belonging may be far steeper than he bargained for.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Dear Evan Hansen | La Mirada Theater | Oct 30 - Nov 22

Eric Bergstrom Editor

OC-On The Town Community POST...

Little Frenchies Newport Beach event

a Tasty French Story Time - Sat Oct 31 10:00 am
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David Minkin Newport Beach event

Magic at the Majestic - Fri Nov 27 7:30 pm
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David Minkin Newport Beach event

Magic at the Majestic - Sat Nov 14 2:30 pm
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Melissa AJGpr Newport Beach event

There’s a Hole in My Bucket—International Premiere at Newport Beach Film Festival - Thu Oct 22 8:30 pm
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Elizabeth Butler Costa Mesa event

Idina Menzel - Fri Nov 6 8:00 pm
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Elizabeth Butler Costa Mesa event

Symphony Spooktacular - Sat Oct 24 10:00 am
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Elizabeth Butler Costa Mesa event

Shelley Conducts The Sorcerer's Apprentice & Strauss - Thu Oct 22 8:00 pm
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Ruby Karen Newport Beach event

West Coast Aerial Arts Festival - Sat Nov 14 1:00 pm
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Newport Beach Wed. Oct 21 2026

Servant of Two Masters | Electric Company Theatre Company\Muckenthaler Cultural Center | Nov 1 - 18

A plot that sparkles with invention.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

$Servant of Two Masters | Electric Company Theatre Company\Muckenthaler Cultural Center | Nov 1 - 18$

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Costa Mesa Wed. Oct 14 2026

Blind Runner | South Coast Rep | Oct 18 - Nov 8 (Photo Gallery)

Performed in Persian with English supertitles.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Blind Runner | South Coast Rep | Oct 18 - Nov 8 (Photo Gallery)

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Laguna Beach Wed. Oct 14 2026

The 39 Steps | Laguna Playhouse | Oct 27 - Nov 15

A whirlwind of quick changes, clever staging, and laugh‑out‑loud moments.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

The 39 Steps | Laguna Playhouse | Oct 27 - Nov 15

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Mission Viejo Wed. Oct 14 2026

Lass Your Aff Off - James P. Connolly | Voco Hotel/Laguna Hills | Oct 22

Get ready to Lass Your Aff Off!!

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Lass Your Aff Off - James P. Connolly | Voco Hotel/Laguna Hills | Oct 22

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Newport Beach event

Sat Oct 31 10:00 am

a Tasty French Story Time

Spark a love for 🇫🇷 French while their ears are wide open to the world!

Little Frenchies OC-On The Town

Little Frenchies OC-On The Town

Dana Point Fri. Oct 9 2026

DOGAPALOOZA | Dana Point Harbor | Nov 7 (NEW DATE!)

An event themed entirely around dogs.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

DOGAPALOOZA | Dana Point Harbor | Nov 7 (NEW DATE!)

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Costa Mesa Fri. Oct 9 2026

Boo Ha Ha | OC Fairgrounds | Oct 24

One very spooky night.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Newport Beach Wed. Oct 7 2026

Bat Boy | The Gem | Oct 9 - Oct 25

A dark, yet heartfelt horror-comedy rock musical.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Eric Bergstrom Editor

Newport Beach Wed. Oct 7 2026

OC PARKS’ ANNUAL FALL-O-WEEN RETURNS | HERITAGE HILL HISTORICAL PARK | Oct 16 - 25

Family-friendly activities.

Eric Bergstrom Editor

OC PARKS’ ANNUAL FALL-O-WEEN RETURNS | HERITAGE HILL HISTORICAL PARK | Oct 16 - 25

Eric Bergstrom Editor