Orange County NYE Events 2022

New Year’s Eve is just around the corner and if you’re looking for a fantastic way to celebrate, look no further than Orange County! Whether you want a quiet evening with drinks and dinner or a festive night of live music on a holiday light cruise, there is something here that will create lasting memories. From classy venues to romantic nighttime cruises, find out what makes Orange County one of the best places to ring in 2023.

BALBOA PENINSULA (NEWPORT BEACH)

Holiday Lights Cruises-Davey’s Locker
Newport Beach/Newport Bay
December 1-31, 2022
Every night during the holiday season December 1st until New Year’s Eve, Davey’s Locker offers regular holiday lights cruises. That way, if you can’t make it during the annual boat parade season, you will still be able to enjoy the spirit of Christmas. Offering three cruises every night.
LOCATION FOR CRUISES:
Davey’s Locker
400 Main Street
Newport Beach, Ca 92661
INFORMATION:
949-673-1435


DANA POINT

New Year’s Eve at Laguna Cliffs Resort & Spa
December 31, 2022
Enjoy dinner and live music by @DivinaJasso in OverVue Lounge from 5:30 pm – 8 pm. Then join us to Ring in the New Year from 10 pm – 1 am featuring @DJ Doc.Marioo is presented by SKYY Vodka. Enjoy a champagne toast and balloon drop as we count down to 2023!
*Dine in Outer Reef for New Year’s Eve with seating times available from 7 pm – 10:30 pm and enjoy a special limited a la carte menu paired with a complimentary amuse champagne toast, complimentary valet, and complimentary access ($50 cover value) to our New Year’s Eve party in OverVue Lounge 10 pm-1 am.
Complimentary for Resort guests* | $50 Door Cover for non-resort guests
LOCATION:
Laguna Cliffs Resort & Spa
OUTER REEF Restaurant
25135 Park Lantern
Dana Point, CA 92629
INFORMATION:
For more information, please get in touch with our Concierge at 949-487-7577


HUNTINGTON BEACH

Annual Surf City Splash & Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, January 1, 2023
events start at 8 am
Celebrate the New Year with a dip into the chilly Pacific Ocean. No wetsuits – that’s cheating! The Surf City Splash also features a pancake breakfast (ends at 11:45), a costume contest, and all-day vendor booths.
LOCATION:
PCH & Main
Huntington Beach, CA


LAGUNA BEACH

Celebrate at Montage
Saturday, December 31
Studio
7:00 pm – 1:00 am
Raise a glass and ring in the resort’s 20th Anniversary year with a Roaring Twenties party at Studio.
Evening at Studio includes:
Live DJ and rotating entertainment
Lounge-style seating with active culinary stations
Open bar all evening Countdown and a champagne toast at midnight
$750.00++ per guest, ages 21+
Dinner at the Loft
4-7 pm or 8-10 pm
Celebrate the end of 2022 with a creative American a la carte dinner menu until 7:00 pm or a decadent New Year’s Eve four-course tasting menu starting at 8:00 pm.
LOCATION:
30801 South Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, California


LAGUNA NIGUEL

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel New Year’s Celebrations
RAYA
New Year’s Eve 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Usher in the New Year with a champagne toast, a four-course holiday menu, and panoramic ocean views.
LOCATION:
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
One Ritz-Carlton Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629
INFORMATION:
(949)240-2000

NEWPORT BEACH

New Year’s Eve Holiday Cruise
Newport Beach/Newport Bay
December 31, 2022
Last few nights for Newport Landing’s holiday cruises! Newport Harbor comes alive in December with holiday decor; homes, yachts, docks, and whole landscapes are transformed into a magical holiday experience.
LOCATIONS FOR CRUISES:
December 1-31, 2022
Offered three times nightly (check websites for times)
Newport Landing
309 Palm – Suite A, Newport Beach, Ca 92661
Davey’s Locker
400 Main St., Newport Beach, CA 92661
INFORMATION:
949-675-0551

Orange County October Events

Oktoberfest September – October

LOCATION: Old World Village,
7561 Center Ave, #49
Huntington Beach
714-696-TAP1 (8271)


EVERY Wednesday through Sunday, 
Eat, Drink, Dance & be Merry at Southern California’s BEST & Most DIVERSE OKTOBERFEST (voted by German World Magazine) with Oom-Pah-Pa Bands directly from Germany. Sample Imported German Beers, Bratwurst, Rotisserie Chicken, Hamburgers, Pork Sandwiches, Strudel, Pretzels & more. Guests can also enter the Beer Drinking & Stein Holding Contests and, of course, do the Chicken Dance! Wednesday through Saturday are adult nights & Sundays are family days with Dachshund Races.

Orange County Children’s Book Festival

LOCATION: Orange Coast College
2701 Fairview Rd
Costa Mesa
714-838-4528

October 2, 2022, | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm The Orange County Children’s Book Festival is designed specifically for children of all ages. This family-fun festival attracts more than 20,000 visitors who will be entertained and delighted by authors, illustrators, booksellers, animals, storytellers, costumed characters, train rides, crafts, food and entertainment, and much, much more.

Annual Silverado Country Fair and Folk Festival

LOCATION: Silverado Community Center & Fairgrounds
27641 Silverado Canyon Rd
Silverado

October 8th-9th 2022 The Annual Silverado Country Fair and Folk Festival is one of the best family events of the season which explores the wonders of the area’s Old West rustic culture, great live Bluegrass, Country and Folk music, Wild West reenactments, handmade arts and crafts, 1800’s activities & lock ’em up makeshift jail, tasty food, beer & wine saloon, plus some silly ‘ole timey’ contests, all nestled under the Oak trees below Orange County’s famous Saddleback Mountain. $5 adult admission, $3 kiddos, and under 3 are free!

Irvine Global Village Festival

LOCATION: Bill Barber Park
Irvine
949-724-6606

Saturday, October 8, 2022, | 10 am – 6 pm  Boasting artistic cultural performances on three stages, the Festival’s live entertainment is a mosaic of music and dance representing more than 50 cultures from Europe, Asia, Africa, and North and South America. Immerse yourself in cultural displays, world religion, and demonstrations, indulge in international cuisine, explore our world marketplace and keep the little ones in motion with hands-on art projects, games, and activities in a giant, interactive Kids Village. Festival admission and parking are free.

Newport Beach Film Festival

LOCATION: Newport Beach
949-253-2880

October 13-20, 2022 Showcasing more than 350 films from around the world, offering an ambitious and international selection of features, shorts, documentaries, and animation that will compete for both Jury and Audience awards. During the week of the festival, screenings are held at several venues in the Newport Beach area. With 15 screens showing films each day, our venue partners provide a fantastic viewing experience for all festival-goers

Silverado Days

LOCATION: William Peak Park
7225 El Dorado Drive
Buena Park

October 14-16, 2022 Held each October, this community festival includes a parade, food, and game booths. Featured contests include World Amateur Arm Wrestling Championship, Custom Car Show,a pie-eating contest, International Chili Society Chili Cook-off, hog calling, sexiest/hairiest legs, Little Miss Chili Pepper & Mr Hot Stuff Baby Contest, dog show, and Karaoke Contest.

San Clemente Sea Fest

LOCATION: San Clemente Pier
949-492-1131

October 22nd  | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Sponsored by the San Clemente Chamber, this event features a Chowder Cook-off, an Arts & Craft Show, Business Expo, entertainment and an array of fresh seafood, served seaside on the beach in the historic San Clemente Pier area.


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