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Oktoberfest at Lake Mission Viejo
Lake Mission Viejo brings Oktoberfest to the waterfront with German festivities and live music from Die Sauerkrauts. This event is for LMVA members and invited guests. Sat, Sep 26 | 4–8:30 pm.
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Pumpkin Diving
Mission Viejo turns the Montanoso pool into a floating pumpkin patch, then adds decorating stations and carnival games once everyone dries off. Sat, Oct 3 | 1–5 pm.
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Pacific Air Show
The Pacific Air Show returns to Huntington Beach with some of the largest aircraft on the planet plus crowd favorites. Fri, Oct 2 – Sun, Oct 4.
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RELISH Food & Wine Event
RELISH 2026 is back at VEA Newport Beach. Fri, Oct 2 5:00 PM – Sun, Oct 4 3:00 PM.
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Sugar Plum Halloween Festival
Shop handmade Halloween décor, art, baked goods, vintage finds and seasonal collectibles from local makers and curators. Runs Thu Oct 1–Sat Oct 3.
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Oktoberfest Orange County at Old World Huntington Beach
Oktoberfest 2026 runs Sept. 12 through Nov. 8, 2026. Doors typically 6pm weeknights / 11am Saturdays / noon Sundays. Advance tickets recommended. (Window coverage entry for Sep 17–Oct 1.)
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Oktoberfest Candle Workshop
Make an ultra-realistic candle designed to look like a mug of Oktoberfest lager.
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San Juan Capistrano Greek Festival
Gyros, souvlaki, baklava, Greek wine, live music, folk dancing, and Greek bazaar. Sept 26–27 at the Community Center.
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Old World Oktoberfest — Sunday Session
All-ages Sunday Oktoberfest session noon–7pm with live entertainment. Free after 5pm; kids 12 & under free.
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Old World Oktoberfest — Saturday Night
Saturday night Oktoberfest session with live German bands, dancing, and biergarten fun. Doors 6pm; ends 1am. Clear bag policy.
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