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Día de los Muertos Rooftop Brunch at Top of the V

By Greer Wylder

October 28, 2025

Top of the V at The Viv Hotel in Anaheim will celebrate Día de los Muertos with a special rooftop brunch on Sunday, Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Perched above the city with panoramic views, the restaurant will offer a buffet inspired by the flavors and traditions of the holiday, with live mariachi and festive cocktails.The menu features Mexican classics and house specialties, including:• Chilaquiles with pickled onion, red epazote salsa, and carnitas• Huevos rancheros with sunny-side-up eggs, ranchero salsa, cilantro, and queso fresco• Torta de huevo on baguette with salsa quemada, lime crema, queso fresco, and…

Jack Johnson Headlines Two-Night Coast Film & Music Benefit Concert

By Greer Wylder

October 27, 2025

The Coast Film & Music Festival has opened single-day ticket sales for its upcoming festival, taking place November 1–9 at multiple venues throughout Laguna Beach. The seventh annual event launches November 1 at the Rivian South Coast Theater with a screening of The Eyes of Ghana.The festival will conclude with two feature films: Love + War by Academy Award winners Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, and musician Jack Johnson’s The September Sessions.Before becoming a multi-platinum recording artist, Johnson was a prominent surf filmmaker known for Thicker Than Water and The September Sessions. His cinematic style and acoustic soundtrack helped define…

Irvine Barclay Theatre Announces Fall and Holiday Season Lineup

By Greer Wylder

October 20, 2025

Irvine Barclay Theatre is ushering in its 35th season with an eclectic mix of world-class music, thought-provoking conversations, family programming and treasured holiday traditions. Known for its intimate setting and exceptional acoustics, the Barclay continues its legacy of presenting internationally renowned artists and culturally significant performances that appeal to audiences of all ages.Upcoming Performances include:Tangle News: Live! A Gathering of the Tangle CommunityOct. 24, 2025, 8 p.m.A live deep dive into today’s most urgent conversations, featuring Tangle Media founder Isaac Saul with Kmele Foster, Alex Thompson and Ana Kasparian. The evening blends political analysis, debate and audience Q&A. Tickets are…

Tales of Wonder and Imagination: Alexander Shelley Leads Pacific Symphony in ‘Scheherazade’

By Greer Wylder

October 15, 2025

Music has the power to transport listeners to another world, and that is exactly the vision Alexander Shelley brings to his first concerts as artistic and music director designate of Pacific Symphony. Taking place October 16–19 at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, the program celebrates evocative storytelling and orchestral mastery from both classic and contemporary composers.The centerpiece of the evening is Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade,” a dazzling musical tapestry inspired by the tales of “One Thousand and One Nights.” The piece showcases individual musicians throughout, from the opening notes evoking the sea to the vivid sounds of an Arabian marketplace.…

California Wine Festival Returns to Huntington Beach Oct. 17 - 18

By Greer Wylder

October 14, 2025

Sip, savor, and take in the ocean views as California Wine Festival comes to Huntington Beach on Friday, October 17, and Saturday, October 18, at Paséa Hotel & Spa. The two-day celebration blends exceptional wine, fresh coastal cuisine, and live music at one of Orange County’s most scenic destinations.Founded in 2004 in Santa Barbara, California Wine Festival has become one of the largest outdoor wine festivals in the state. The nationally recognized series highlights the wines, foods, and landscapes of California while giving back to local charities, including the Foodbank of Santa Barbara and Surfrider Foundation. In 2023, the event…