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Newport Dunes’ 34th Annual Lighting of the Bay: Holiday Magic!

By Greer Wylder

November 26, 2024

Experience the magic of the season with Newport Dunes' 34th Annual Lighting of the Bay and the Fire & Lights Festival, starting Friday, November 29, 2024. Enjoy nightly illuminated displays and weekend holiday fun through January 5, 2025.EVENT HIGHLIGHTSLighting of the Bay (Nightly, Nov. 29, 2024 – Jan. 5, 2025)Over 50 floating holiday displays and Christmas trees illuminate the bay from dusk to midnight.Fire & Lights Festival (Thursdays – Sundays)Igloo Bar: Cozy up with seasonal cocktails.Fire Dancers: Performances every Friday and Sunday evening.Holiday Activities: Giant inflatables, snow maze, and more.Santa Photos: Available festival weekends, including opening night.OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATIONFriday, November…

Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Ghoukassian Family

By Greer Wylder

November 26, 2024

The Ghoukassian Family, the restaurateurs behind Bayside Restaurant in Newport Beach, Bistango in Irvine, and Press & Moka Coffeehouse in Irvine, invite you to enjoy a stress-free Thanksgiving with family and friends. Skip the cooking and let their dedicated staff treat you to a festive feast featuring traditional favorites and creative dishes, complemented by live music all evening at both restaurants.Thanksgiving at Bayside Restaurant - Celebrating 25 years of exceptional service!Bayside is giving thanks to its loyal Orange County guests with a special Thanksgiving dinner. Enjoy a chef-curated three-course menu, available from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m., with live music…

Celebrate Thanksgiving in Style at South Coast Plaza

By Greer Wylder

November 22, 2024

This Thanksgiving, indulge in an exceptional dining experience at South Coast Plaza. Whether you’re planning to gather around a table at one of their renowned restaurants or enjoy a delicious holiday feast at home, South Coast Plaza’s top dining destinations are ready to make your Thanksgiving truly memorable. Here’s a look at the special offerings available on Thursday, November 28.The Capital GrilleThursday, November 28, 11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.In addition to the full dinner menu, enjoy a Thanksgiving entrée featuring slow-roasted turkey with brioche sage stuffing, French green beans with Marcona almonds, cranberry-pear chutney, and Sam’s mashed potatoes to share.…

Discover Holiday Magic at Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy in Laguna Beach

By Greer Wylder

November 22, 2024

This holiday season, immerse yourself in a world of festive charm and artistic wonder at the Sawdust Art Festival’s Winter Fantasy – happening every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 22 to December 22, 2024. Set against the backdrop of Laguna Beach’s serene eucalyptus grove, this enchanting event invites art lovers, collectors, and holiday shoppers to explore a variety of unique treasures from over 180 talented artists.From exquisitely crafted ornaments and holiday decor to extraordinary gifts and one-of-a-kind artworks, Winter Fantasy offers a shopping experience that is truly one-of-a-kind.Event Dates: Five magical weekends, from November 22 to December 22, 2024Open…

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‘Shrek the Musical’ Arrives at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for Five Performances Only!

By Greer Wylder

November 20, 2024

The all-new SHREK THE MUSICAL, presented by The Fifth Estate Entertainment/Round Room Live, arrives at Segerstrom Center for the Arts for one weekend only from November 22-24, 2024, at Segerstrom Hall. Audiences will experience a SHREK that feels both familiar and refreshingly reimagined, promising to let everyone “fall in love all ogre again.” Tickets start at $44.07 and can be purchased online at scfta.org, at the box office located at 600 Town Center Drive in Costa Mesa, or by calling (714) 556-2787.This production reunites Tony Award-winning Kimberly Akimbo collaborators Jeanine Tesori (music) and David Lindsay-Abaire (book), who deliver a more intimate…