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Winter Fest OC Returns November 28 With Expanded Experiences

By Greer Wylder

November 12, 2025

Winter Fest OC, Southern California’s largest winter festival, returns to the OC Fair and Event Center on November 28 with expanded attractions, immersive experiences, and flexible ticketing options. Guests can experience the magic of the holiday season with dazzling lights, fresh snow, thrilling attractions, live entertainment, and festive activities for families, couples, and holiday lovers of all ages. Winter AttractionsExperience the thrills of winter with ice skating under the stars, tubing down the 150-foot Snowflake Summit ice slide, and playing in fresh snow with the expanded Snow Play zone. Snow Play now features more snow, more slides, and more interactive fun…

Fall Fun at The District: Halloween Boo Bash and Cocktail Tour

By Greer Wylder

October 19, 2025

The District at Tustin Legacy is getting into the fall spirit with two festive events this October: the Halloween Boo Bash and the Fall Cocktail Tour.Families are invited to the annual Halloween Boo Bash on Saturday, Oct. 25, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Promenade. The free, family-friendly celebration features trick-or-treating, music, creepy crafts, balloon twisters, face painting, and a special meet-and-greet with Labubu. Costumes are encouraged, and guests are welcome to explore The District’s shops, restaurants, and entertainment before or after the event.Throughout October, The District is also partnering with OC Foodies to present the Fall Cocktail Tour.…

Pumpkin Palooza Returns to Discovery Cube OC This October

By Greer Wylder

October 15, 2025

Discovery Cube Orange County invites families to the fourth annual Pumpkin Palooza, presented by OC Waste & Recycling, running Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 26. This family-friendly Halloween celebration fills two floors with interactive exhibits, a high-energy dance party, and hands-on science fun for all ages.A highlight of this year’s event is the all-new Pumpkin Path, an interactive maze where guests use a special pumpkin device to uncover spooky surprises and lessons on sustainable living. Families will learn how composting, organic choices, and simple daily actions can make a lasting impact on the planet. The adventure ends with a glowing…

Bubble Blast Brings Summer Fun to The District

By Greer Wylder

August 01, 2025

The District at Tustin Legacy is hosting Bubble Blast on Saturday, Aug. 9, from noon to 2 p.m. It's a high-energy summer celebration for all ages.Families can enjoy bubble stations by BubblePOP, a foamy interactive zone (bring a towel!), live DJ, ocean-themed crafts like Sea Jelly Kaleidoscopes and Nemo Sea Anemone Forests, plus a Baby Shark meet-and-greet.Admission is free. After the fun, explore the shops and dining at The District.More details and a full directory at thedistricttl.com.2437 Park Ave. in Tustin.

Hotel del Coronado Unveils Restored Victorian Building

By Greer Wylder

July 16, 2025

The iconic Hotel del Coronado has completed the restoration of its legendary Victorian building, marking the final chapter in a $550 million revitalization led by Blackstone Real Estate.The transformation includes refreshed Victorian guest rooms, updated event spaces—including the historic Crown Room—and the return of the hotel’s original garden courtyard, complete with the recreated Naiad Queen Fountain.Two new dining destinations also debuted: Veranda, a coastal California concept inspired by the hotel’s original wraparound porch, and Nobu Del Coronado, blending Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s signature cuisine with oceanfront views and modern elegance.This milestone caps off years of enhancements across the property, from new…