Category: special events

Vaccine Supersite Pushes Out Drive-Thru Prom Event at the Costa Mesa Fairgrounds 

Prom on Wheels has been cancelled, largely due to the recent opening of a vaccination super point of distribution (POD) at the OC Fair and Event Center in Costa Mesa. The mile-long, outdoor drive-thru celebration, hosted by First Class Events, was to begin April 15 and run through June 4. The event was intended to give high school seniors, as well as the class…


Celebrating Easter in Orange County

For Christians, Easter is one of the holiest days of the year, a celebration of the resurrection of Christ. With COVID-19 fears still lingering, however, some might not yet be comfortable with attending Easter services and other celebratory activities in person. Whether a family prefers to experience Easter services and traditions in person, online or…


Serving up Fun in the Time of Recovery: Margarita Crawl Showcases Unique Tequila Pairings

As restaurants across Orange County begin opening back up with limited capacity, they won’t be alone as they traverse the impact and economic fallout that government closures have had on the food and beverage industry. The Orange County Restaurant Association (OCRA) is giving restaurateurs a boost in the arm it helps them to engage fun-seeking…


Huntington Beach’s Fourth of July is a Go 

The annual Huntington Beach Fourth of July celebration will continue this year, albeit without its parade, possibly no fireworks, and a modified festival and fun run. Planning for the 2021 celebration has been heavily influenced by the CCP (Chinese Communist Party) virus pandemic, elected officials said during a March 15 city council meeting. The city plans on…


Huntington Beach Hopes to Resume July 4 Celebrations

The City of Huntington Beach says it’s hoping to revive its Fourth of July celebrations this year, after being forced to cancel the popular three-day event last year. Of course, said the city’s community services manager, the show will only go on if it’s safe to do so. “All of this is completely COVID dependent,…