Paséa Hotel & Spa Hosts Annual Pup Fest on June 14

Named the No. 1 Pet-Friendly Hotel in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Paséa Hotel & Spa is bringing back its annual Pup Fest on Sunday, June 14.

Set on the oceanfront lawn overlooking the Pacific, this year’s “Dog Days of Summer” celebration will feature water play, doggy pampering, gourmet treats, live music, shopping from local vendors, and plenty of fun for four-legged guests and their humans. Dogs can also enter the “Face of Pup Fest 2026” contest by showing off their best beach-themed costume for a chance to win the grand prize.

For those planning a coastal staycation, Paséa’s Very Important Pet Package includes dog-friendly accommodations, keepsake toys, a complimentary entrée from the Lōrea pet menu, and a V.I.P. Passport with special perks throughout the resort.

21080 CA-1, Huntington Beach. (855) 319-5587

Murder Mystery Dinner Experience Debuts in Buena Park

One of Southern California’s newest entertainment experiences is coming to Buena Park as The Speakeasy Murder & Other Acts of Prohibition makes its West Coast debut on Thursday, June 4, 2026.

The immersive murder mystery dinner experience transforms the evening into a 1920s New York-style speakeasy filled with gangsters, bootleggers, flappers, live music and interactive storytelling. Guests are invited to become part of the mystery as the storyline unfolds around them with audience participation helping shape the outcome of the night.

The experience includes a served three-course prix fixe dinner with chicken, pasta, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options available, along with kid-friendly meals for junior detectives. Guests can also upgrade to salmon or filet mignon and order signature cocktails throughout the evening. Dietary accommodations and allergies can be accommodated with advance notice.

Created by EG Murder Media, the production comes from Emmy Award-winning comic writer and TV host Erik Hastings and Broadway and West End producer Gary Littman. The concept first launched in Orlando in 2025 before expanding to Buena Park.

The Speakeasy Murder & Other Acts of Prohibition opens at 7600 Beach Blvd. in Buena Park with nightly performances planned. The show is rated PG-13 and designed for adults, families, groups and anyone looking for an interactive night out.

For tickets and more information, visit speakeasymurder.com or call 623-270-5115.

Summer Nights on the Lawn at VEA Newport Beach

VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa, is bringing back its popular Summer Concert Series for 2026, inviting resort guests and the local community to enjoy live music, chef-curated bites, signature cocktails, and ocean-view sunsets from the resort's scenic Sunset Lawn.

The concert series features three evenings of live entertainment overlooking the Pacific:

• June 18, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. featuring Kalyn & The New Frontier
• July 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. featuring Daniel Bonte & The Bonafide
• Aug. 20, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. featuring Teddy Robb

General admission tickets are $25 per event.

Guests are encouraged to bring friends and family and enjoy the open lawn setting. Limited seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. For those looking for an upgraded experience, VIP packages for groups of up to five include concert admission, one drink ticket per guest, and preferred seating.

VEA is also offering a Summer Concert Series Getaway Package for overnight guests. Available for stays between June 15 and Aug. 24, 2026, the package includes two general admission concert tickets and a $100 food and beverage credit.

VEA Newport Beach is located at 900 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach.

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