Best Things To Do This Weekend In OC – September 18
It shouldn't be a dilemma, but sometimes having too many options makes choosing difficult. That's almost always the case with what to do for the weekend in sunny Southern California. There is always something going on and if that falls through, there are likely a few dozen options on top of that. Everyone is competing for your attention. Luckily for you, we don't mind doing some homework to make sure we send you to the right places. Looking for something to do this weekend? Stay informed. Read on.
Carlos Mencia Live
Irvine Improv
Irvine Spectrum Center
527 Spectrum Center Dr
Irvine, CA 92618
(949) 854-5455
irvine.improv.com
After a successful run with his Comedy Central series Mind of Mencia, one of comedy's most polarizing personalities continues to work the stand-up stage and pack in the fans. Settling in for a weekend of performances at the intimate Irvine Improv (Sept 18, 2015 - Sept 20, 2015), expect Mencia to deliver a healthy dose of irreverence in a set where no one is safe.
Fest of Ales
Downtown Anaheim
205 W Center Street Promenade
Anaheim, CA 92805
www.festofales.com
As Anaheim continues to establish a reputation as a foodie destination, there is an underlying beer culture within the city that is growing fast. With new breweries currently being built, locally brewed suds are all the rage and Anaheim is becoming a hub. The Fest of Ales pools some of the best local beers along the fashionably quaint stretch of the Anaheim Promenade. Gourmet food vendors will be serving up their best with dozens of Southern California breweries all pouring off unlimited tastings.
Pacific Islander Festival
Huntington Beach Central Park
18000 Goldenwest St.
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714) 290-8681
Celebrating it's 8th year, the collective communities of Fiji, Guam, Micronesia, Tonga, Samoa, Tahiti, Hawaii, and the Marshall Islands all ascend upon Central Park in Huntington to sharing in the rich cultural tradition of the Pacific Islander population of Southern California. Ceremonial performances, traditional music and art, plus of course, lots of authentic food make the two-day event fun for the entire family. Adding health screenings onsite and outlets to community resources, the party has a purpose as well. This is a free event.
Dapper Day Weekend
Disneyland
1313 Disneyland Dr
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 781-4636
www.disneyland.com
Although not on the official calendar of events with Disneyland, Dapper Day, which runs from Sept. 18th through Sept 20th, has gone from a small community of Disney enthusiasts to a week full of events that takes over the Disneyland Hotel, convention ballrooms, and has thousands of participants. With attendees decked out in their finest attire, the corners of the Happiest Place on Earth are full with the fashionably festive. With a schedule of events that include cocktail mixers and different rendezvous points, Dapper Day is a unique experience outside of the typical day with the Mouse.
Reggae Sunday with Tribal Theory
The Slidebar
122 E. Commonwealth Ave
Fullerton, CA 92832
(714) 871-2233
www.slidebarfullerton.com
A fantastic way to bid farewell to the weekend, San Diego reggae outfit Tribal Theory performs a free, all ages concert on the patio of Fullerton's live music destination, the Slidebar. In addition to the entertainment, the rock n roll themed restaurant offers casual faire and respectable amount of beer on draft to pair with a hefty dose of Sunday funday vibes. Open to all ages, the entire family to take in live music while mom and dad score an adult beverage.