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WonderCon 2026
2026-03-28 10:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA, 92802
WonderCon is an annual pop culture convention organized by the creators of Comic-Con International. It takes place in Anaheim, California. The event focuses on comic books, science fiction, fantasy, movies, television shows, video games, and other aspects of pop culture and entertainment.
At WonderCon, fans have the chance to attend panels with celebrities and creators, purchase exclusive merchandise, meet artists and authors, and participate in various activities like cosplay. It’s known for being a slightly smaller and more intimate event compared to Comic-Con San Diego, but it still attracts a large crowd and has a significant focus on pop culture, media, and fandom.
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WonderCon 2025
2026-03-29 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Denver) | Anaheim Convention Center, 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA, 92802
WonderCon is an annual pop culture convention organized by the creators of Comic-Con International. It takes place in Anaheim, California. The event focuses on comic books, science fiction, fantasy, movies, television shows, video games, and other aspects of pop culture and entertainment.
At WonderCon, fans have the chance to attend panels with celebrities and creators, purchase exclusive merchandise, meet artists and authors, and participate in various activities like cosplay. It’s known for being a slightly smaller and more intimate event compared to Comic-Con San Diego, but it still attracts a large crowd and has a significant focus on pop culture, media, and fandom.
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Event subject to change without prior notice. Please confirm times, dates and COVID-19 policy before attending.

Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach 2026
2026-04-17 07:30 - 18:00, 2026-04-18 07:30 - 18:00, 2026-04-19 07:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is an annual motorsport event held in Long Beach, California. It is one of the most prestigious and iconic street races in the United States, often referred to as “America’s most famous street race.” The event typically takes place in April and features a series of races on a temporary 1.968 mile, 11 turn circuit set up on the streets of downtown Long Beach, including a section along the waterfront.
The main event is a part of the IndyCar Series, which is the premier open-wheel racing series in the U.S. In addition to the IndyCar race, the Long Beach Grand Prix also includes races from other series, such as the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, Pirelli World Challenge, and Formula Drift.
The event has been held since 1975, making it one of the longest-running motorsport events in the country. Over the years, it has attracted a large number of motorsport fans, celebrities, and car enthusiasts. The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is not just about racing; it’s also a major cultural event, featuring concerts, parties, and other entertainment options, contributing to its reputation as a celebration of speed, style, and Southern California culture.
The 1.968-mile, 11-turn temporary street circuit for Indy cars encircles the Long Beach Convention Center — which houses a Family Fun Zone and numerous displays during the race weekend — and runs down scenic Shoreline Drive. It offers numerous overtaking opportunities, including Turn 1, getting the hairpin turn just before the frontstretch right is critical.
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Mopar Spring Fling 38
2026-04-17 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Woodley Park, 6300 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA, 91436
Malibu Cruise
Driving Cruise from Woodley Park to Malibu for lunch; 50+ cars
• Leave 9:00 am Woodley Park
• Stop at the Famous Rock Store on Mulholland Drive
• Cruise down Pacific Coast Highway
• 12-1 pm Lunch in Malibu on Pacific Coast Highway
• Return to Woodley Park, Van Nuys
General All Makes open Cruise-In at Bob’s Big Boy Burbank – 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
• Large, famous, 4211 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91505
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California Poppy Festival 2026
2026-04-17 16:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-18 12:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-19 12:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | AV Fair & Event Center, 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster, CA, 93536
The California Poppy Festival™ is the City of Lancaster’s annual celebration of California’s state flower. The event honors the beauty of the poppy with live entertainment, amusement park rides, festival food, live animal exhibits, and countless activities for all ages at the AV Fair & Event Center.
Lancaster boasts one of California’s most abundant crops of vibrant poppies, the California state flower. During poppy season, the City, in partnership with the AV Fair & Event Center, puts on an event to welcome and introduce visitors to the Lancaster area. The annual Festival plays host to the colorful poppies, which are an Antelope Valley springtime attraction.
We can’t wait to see you there!
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Mopar Spring Fling 38
2026-04-18 07:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-19 07:00 - 16:00 UTC | Woodley Park, 6300 Woodley Ave, Van Nuys, CA, 91436
The Spring Fling Mopar event is entering its 38th year as the largest Mopar car show and swap west of the Mississippi; with a car show, swap meet, and midway on Saturday and Sunday. Over 600 cars, 200 swappers, 10 manufacturers, and over 9000 spectators. Spring Fling activities start on Friday, ranging from driving cruises, kick off tour, and a cruise-in. The Spring Fling Mopar car show is attended by Mopar fans from all over the world, and has gained international media coverage.
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Stagecoach Festival 2026
2026-04-25 11:00 - 23:59, 2026-04-26 11:00 - 23:59 (America/Denver) | Empire Polo Club, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio, California, 92201
The Stagecoach Festival is an annual country music festival that takes place in Indio, California, usually in late April, the weekend after the Coachella Festival. It’s one of the largest country music festivals in the United States and is often considered the counterpart to Coachella, though it focuses exclusively on country music rather than a wide range of genres.
Stagecoach features performances from a variety of country music stars, ranging from legends to up-and-coming artists. It also highlights different subgenres of country, including classic country, modern country, bluegrass and Americana. In addition to music, the festival offers a range of activities such as line dancing, a honky-tonk bar, and food vendors offering Southern and Western-inspired cuisine.
Like Coachella, Stagecoach attracts a massive crowd and is known for its vibrant festival atmosphere, with many attendees dressing in Western-inspired clothing and showcasing a distinct style reflective of country culture. It takes place in the same venue as Coachella, the Empire Polo Club in Indio, and often benefits from the same large-scale production values and festive ambiance.
For 2026, Stagecoach returns to its familiar home at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, delivering three days of unforgettable performances from April 24 to April 26, 2026. The lineup for this edition is especially notable: the headliners include Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Post Malone, demonstrating the festival’s continued willingness to mix pure country with bigger, cross-genre draws. Supporting acts span classic country icons, rock veterans, and more experimental artists—names like Brooks & Dunn, Journey, Counting Crows, Bush, Third Eye Blind, BigXthaPlug, Teddy Swims, and even Ludacris are on the bill.
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The Dutch King's Day
2026-04-26 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gemmrig Park, 7390 Carson Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90808
The Dutch King’s Day LA (also called the Holland Festival) is a one-day cultural celebration in Long Beach that recreates the Netherlands’ famous “orange-filled” national holiday honoring King Willem-Alexander’s birthday, blending Dutch traditions with a Southern California community festival atmosphere.
Held at Gemmrig Park, (Behind Wal-Mart and Lowe’s) Free parking Eldorado Park the 2026 event takes place on April 26, running roughly from late morning through the afternoon, and features an Amsterdam-style outdoor party with Dutch and Indonesian street food, a beer garden, games, a flea market (vrijmarkt), and family-friendly activities.
They usually have live music and DJs.— along with ongoing music programming throughout the day rather than big-name headliners.
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BeachLife Festival 2026
2026-05-01 13:30 - 22:30, 2026-05-02 11:30 - 22:30 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | Seaside Lagoon, 137 N Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA, 90277
BeachLife Festival is an annual music and lifestyle festival held in Redondo Beach, California. It typically features a mix of live music, food, art, and beach-inspired activities, celebrating coastal culture. The festival brings together a wide range of musical genres, from rock and indie to pop and electronic, and it often highlights both well-known artists and up-and-coming talent.
In addition to the music, BeachLife Festival often showcases local food vendors, craft beers, and art installations, creating a laid-back, community-focused atmosphere. The festival’s beachside location offers a unique setting, combining the sun, surf, and sand with live performances and various entertainment.
Since its debut in 2019, the festival has gained popularity, attracting attendees from around the country who are looking for a fun, immersive experience that celebrates the vibrant coastal lifestyle.
Returning for its seventh year on May 1–3, 2026, the festival features major headliners including Duran Duran, The Offspring, James Taylor and His All-Star Band, The Chainsmokers, My Morning Jacket, Slightly Stoopid, Sheryl Crow, Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, and Grouplove.
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Boots In The Park (Santa Clarita) - Jon Pardi
2026-05-09 13:00 - 22:00 (America/Denver) | Central Park – Santa Clarita, 27150 Bouquet Canyon Rd,, Santa Clarita, CA, 91350
Boots In The Park returns to Santa Clarita! Get ready for an evening of iconic country music on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Central Park with…
Jon Pardi, Scotty McCreery, Ian Munsick, John Morgan and Emily Nenni
Santa Clarita’s biggest and best country music party kicks off at 1pm. Come early to enjoy your favorite country artists plus line dancing, freshly curated local food, ice cold drinks and a boot-stopping good time for you and your besties.
Past artist to take the stage include Dwight Yoakam, Dustin Lynch, Parker McCollum and more.
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Joshua Tree Music Festival Fall 2026
2026-05-14 14:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-15 08:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-16 08:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-17 08:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Joshua Tree Lake Campground, 2780 Sunfair Road, Joshua Tree, CA, 92252
The Joshua Tree Music Festival is a boutique, community-oriented music and arts gathering held in the Mojave Desert near Joshua Tree, California, known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere and focus on emerging artists rather than mainstream headliners.
It typically takes place twice a year—once in the spring and once in the fall—and the Spring 2026 edition is scheduled for May 14–17 at the Joshua Tree Lake Campground.
The lineup is intentionally eclectic, blending genres like funk, indie, world music, electronic, and folk, and features dozens of performers across multiple stages; notable acts for 2026 include Thumpasaurus, Ruby Ibarra, Free Creatures, Steve Poltz, and Bia Ferreira, along with many others, emphasizing discovery and a diverse, global sound rather than big-name headliners.
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The City of Torrance Armed Forces Day Celebration 2026
2026-05-15 10:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-16 15:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-17 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Torrance City Yard, 20500 Madrona Ave., Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
The City of Torrance Armed Forces Day Celebration is Torrance’s long-running annual tribute to the U.S. military and is considered one of the nation’s longest-running city-sponsored Armed Forces Day parades. In 2026, the 64th annual celebration takes place from May 15–17, with the main parade scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. along Torrance Boulevard. This year’s honored branch is the United States Marine Corps, and the weekend includes military exhibits, community activities, ceremonies, and the Stars & Strides 5K run/walk.
The event lineup includes a three-day military exhibit at the Torrance City Yard featuring military vehicles, equipment displays, recruiting exhibits, food trucks, and a family kids zone. On Friday night, there is also a concert performance by the USAF Band of the Golden West. Saturday begins with the Stars & Strides 5K at 8:00 a.m., followed by the Armed Forces Day Parade in the afternoon. Parade participants and featured guests include military leaders, veterans organizations, ROTC groups, school bands, youth service organizations, and community nonprofits. Brigadier General Omar J. Randall is serving as Grand Marshal, with Ernest “Gunny” Napper as Honorary Grand Marshal and Emmitt Miller as parade announcer.
For schedules, maps, road closures, and updates, the official City of Torrance Armed Forces Day page is available at City of Torrance Armed Forces Day Celebration.

Crawfish Festival 2026
2026-05-15 17:00 - 23:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | Fountain Valley Sports Park, 16400 Brookhurst Street, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708
The 2026 Crawfish Festival (formerly known as the Long Beach Crawfish Festival) is scheduled for May 15–17, 2026, moving to the Fountain Valley Sports Park in Fountain Valley, California, near Huntington Beach. Celebrating over 30 years as a premier Southern California seafood event, it brings Louisiana tradition to the West Coast, featuring tons of fresh crawfish flown in daily from Louisiana and prepared in the world’s largest crawfish pots. Master chefs serve Louisiana-style boils complete with Cajun potatoes, corn on the cob, and tangy remoulade dipping sauce.
Beyond the main boil, the festival offers an international food court featuring New Orleans staples like frog legs, catfish, gumbo, jambalaya, and Cafe du Monde-style beignets and chicory coffee, plus beer, wine, and “Screaming Crawfish” margaritas. The atmosphere is packed with entertainment, including live Cajun, Zydeco, and New Orleans-style bands, a daily Second Line Dancing Parade, and a live sports tent with a TV wall. For family fun, the festival features a dedicated children’s stage with magicians, illusion shows (as seen on America’s Got Talent), face painting, and various carnival rides.
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Event subject to change without prior notice. Please confirm times and dates before attending.

Torrance Armed Forces Day Warbird Flight Line Review 2026
2026-05-16 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Western Museum of Flight, 3315 Airport Drive, Torrance, CA, 90505, United States
Watch warbird arrivals and departures for the Torrance Armed Forces Day Celebration flyovers honoring our Veterans and the United States Marine Corps. There is no set time for the arrivals and departures but they are excepted to flight in in the morning before 11am and depart after 3pm.
Meet warbird pilots, explore the museum and celebrate our Veterans.
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Crawfish Festival 2026
2026-05-16 14:00 - 23:00, 2026-05-17 12:00 - 20:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | Fountain Valley Sports Park, 16400 Brookhurst Street, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708
The 2026 Crawfish Festival (formerly known as the Long Beach Crawfish Festival) is scheduled for May 15–17, 2026, moving to the Fountain Valley Sports Park in Fountain Valley, California, near Huntington Beach. Celebrating over 30 years as a premier Southern California seafood event, it brings Louisiana tradition to the West Coast, featuring tons of fresh crawfish flown in daily from Louisiana and prepared in the world’s largest crawfish pots. Master chefs serve Louisiana-style boils complete with Cajun potatoes, corn on the cob, and tangy remoulade dipping sauce.
Beyond the main boil, the festival offers an international food court featuring New Orleans staples like frog legs, catfish, gumbo, jambalaya, and Cafe du Monde-style beignets and chicory coffee, plus beer, wine, and “Screaming Crawfish” margaritas. The atmosphere is packed with entertainment, including live Cajun, Zydeco, and New Orleans-style bands, a daily Second Line Dancing Parade, and a live sports tent with a TV wall. For family fun, the festival features a dedicated children’s stage with magicians, illusion shows (as seen on America’s Got Talent), face painting, and various carnival rides.
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Event subject to change without prior notice. Please confirm times, dates and COVID-19 policy before attending.

LA Fleet Week 2026
2026-05-22 10:00 - 18:00 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) | Port of Los Angeles, 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro, CA, 90731
LA Fleet Week® is an annual, multi-day celebration of our nation’s Sea Services held on the LA Waterfront at the Port of Los Angeles over the extended Memorial Day Weekend. Past events have included active duty ship tours, military displays and equipment demonstrations, live entertainment, aircraft flyovers, STEM Expo for kids of all ages, sports tournaments, and the Galley Wars culinary cook-off competition between Sailor, Marine & Coastguard teams. Lots of fun for the entire family. And best of all, entrance is FREE to the general public!
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Scottish Fest USA
2026-05-23 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
Scottish Fest USA is a long-running annual celebration of Scottish and Celtic culture held at the OC Fair & Event Center, typically over Memorial Day weekend.
Dating back to 1932, it is one of the largest and oldest Scottish festivals in Southern California, combining the traditional Highland Games—featuring athletic competitions like the caber toss and hammer throw—with lively cultural programming such as bagpipe and drum performances, Highland dancing, live Celtic music, clan and genealogy exhibits, and a wide variety of food, crafts, and vendors.
Open to all ages and backgrounds, the festival offers a festive, immersive experience that brings a taste of Scotland’s heritage and traditions to the Orange County.
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