Events

The four-day festival, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026, takes place from April 23rd to 26th, 2026. In addition to the free concerts during Springfest at the Inlet, there will also be *three showcase experiences at the Performing Arts Center. Get your tickets today! Springfest Lineup:  Thursday, April 23rd Springfest Opening Ceremony: 10:00 to 10:30 am; Midway Stage Nick Ferraro & The All Stars: 10:30 to 11:30 am; Beach Stage Bryan & The Barn Owls: 11:30... view more.

Join us at Springfest in the Inlet Lot for OC’s first ever Street Painting Festival, featuring incredible chalk art created by our talented artists! Selected artists will compete for cash prizes while showcasing their work to thousands of Springfest visitors. While you’re there, be sure to stop by the Art League tent for fun “make and take” art activities. view more.

The four-day festival, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026, takes place from April 23rd to 26th, 2026. In addition to the free concerts during Springfest at the Inlet, there will also be *three showcase experiences at the Performing Arts Center. Get your tickets today! Springfest Lineup:  Thursday, April 23rd Springfest Opening Ceremony: 10:00 to 10:30 am; Midway Stage Nick Ferraro & The All Stars: 10:30 to 11:30 am; Beach Stage Bryan & The Barn Owls: 11:30... view more.

The world’s premier celebration of wildfowl art returns! Artists, collectors, and nature lovers gather for an unforgettable weekend of masterful bird carvings, wildfowl art exhibitions, competitions, hands-on classes, vendors, and decoy history. From seasoned champions to rising young carvers, experience the tradition, artistry, and community that make the Ward World Championship the “Super Bowl of bird carving.” Don’t miss live demonstrations, art corner, antique de... view more.

The four-day festival, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026, takes place from April 23rd to 26th, 2026. In addition to the free concerts during Springfest at the Inlet, there will also be *three showcase experiences at the Performing Arts Center. Get your tickets today! Springfest Lineup:  Thursday, April 23rd Springfest Opening Ceremony: 10:00 to 10:30 am; Midway Stage Nick Ferraro & The All Stars: 10:30 to 11:30 am; Beach Stage Bryan & The Barn Owls: 11:30... view more.

The world’s premier celebration of wildfowl art returns! Artists, collectors, and nature lovers gather for an unforgettable weekend of masterful bird carvings, wildfowl art exhibitions, competitions, hands-on classes, vendors, and decoy history. From seasoned champions to rising young carvers, experience the tradition, artistry, and community that make the Ward World Championship the “Super Bowl of bird carving.” Don’t miss live demonstrations, art corner, antique de... view more.

The four-day festival, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026, takes place from April 23rd to 26th, 2026. In addition to the free concerts during Springfest at the Inlet, there will also be *three showcase experiences at the Performing Arts Center. Get your tickets today! Springfest Lineup:  Thursday, April 23rd Springfest Opening Ceremony: 10:00 to 10:30 am; Midway Stage Nick Ferraro & The All Stars: 10:30 to 11:30 am; Beach Stage Bryan & The Barn Owls: 11:30... view more.

OC Restaurant Week is back - citywide from April 26 to May 9! During this special two-week event, participating restaurants have the flexibility to showcase what works best for them — from fixed-price Restaurant Week menus to exclusive dining deals. No matter the offer, you'll find plenty of delicious ways to enjoy OC’s incredible culinary scene. Whether you're looking to explore a new spot, savor creative dishes, or visit your longtime favorite, Restaurant Week is... view more.

The world’s premier celebration of wildfowl art returns! Artists, collectors, and nature lovers gather for an unforgettable weekend of masterful bird carvings, wildfowl art exhibitions, competitions, hands-on classes, vendors, and decoy history. From seasoned champions to rising young carvers, experience the tradition, artistry, and community that make the Ward World Championship the “Super Bowl of bird carving.” Don’t miss live demonstrations, art corner, antique de... view more.

OC Restaurant Week is back - citywide from April 26 to May 9! During this special two-week event, participating restaurants have the flexibility to showcase what works best for them — from fixed-price Restaurant Week menus to exclusive dining deals. No matter the offer, you'll find plenty of delicious ways to enjoy OC’s incredible culinary scene. Whether you're looking to explore a new spot, savor creative dishes, or visit your longtime favorite, Restaurant Week is... view more.