Best Orange County Events in May 2016

Rancho Days Fiesta
May 1, 2016 - 11:00am to 3:00pm 
Heritage Hills Historical Park; Lake Forest, CA
Learn about and experience the history of Orange County's Ranchos and Native American tribes! There will be activities for all ages! Including music, dancing, and crafts. And don't forget about the traditional Native American food! 

OC Marathon
May 1, 2016
Begins at Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa 
Calling all runners! Race for a good cause at the OC Marathon- a run dedicated to helping children's charities. Register for a Full, Half, or 5k run http://www.ocmarathon.com/

Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
May 1, 2016 - Noon to 6:00pm
Max Berg Plaza Park; San Clemente, CA
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo like you never have before! Enjoy a live Mariachi Band along with many other traditional live performances. With live entertainment, authentic Mexican food, Carnival Game booths, and other activities, this is sure to be one fiesta you don't want to miss!

Dora & Diego: Let's Explore!
Daily until May 15 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Discovery Cube Orange County; Santa Ana, CA
Make your child's dream become a reality with this interactive limited time exhibit at the Discovery Cube Orange County Museum. Step inside the magical world of Dora Explorer and her cousin Diego and take an active adventure of learning and fun! 

Surf City Nights 
May 3, 2016; Every Tuesday in May - 5:00pm
200 Main St; Huntington Beach, California
Come hangout at one of the most popular street fairs and certified farmer's markets! Shop from a variety of vendors ranging from jewelry, home decor, clothing, and food!

Eli Young Band Concert

May 5, 2016 - Doors open at 7:00pm

House of Blues; Anaheim, California
The Eli Young Band is performing at the iconic House of Blues venue and trust us, you're going to want to put it on your calender! Good music, good vibes. To purchase tickets and view more events happening at the House of Blues visit here!

Old World Farmers Market 
May 7, 2016; Every Saturday in May - 9:00am to 2:00pm 
7561 Center Ave; Huntington Beach, California
This popular farmer's market is FREE and full of fresh goods! Come shop from hundreds of vendors! 

Silverado Chili Cook-Off & Cinco de Mayo Festival 
May 7, 2016
Silverado Community Center Fairgrounds; Silverado, California
You've never celebrated Cinco De Mayo like this! Head on over to the Silverado Community City Center Fairgrounds for live music, family activities, vendors to shop from, and of course- the traditional Chili Cook-Off! Taste them all and vote for your favorite! 

Rose Garden Tour
May 7, 2016 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Irvine Regional Park; Orange, California
Take the term "stop and smell the roses" to the next level! Tour and drool over four creatively designed gardens in South Orange County! Purchase tickets ahead of time here!

SOKA University's Annual International Festival 
May 7, 2016
Soka University; Aliso Viejo, California

There's a true "world-wide" party going on at SOKA and you won't want to miss it! Enjoy traditional performances from over 700 musicians and dancers from all different nationalities! Also, enjoy culturally diverse games, activities, food, and shops! 

Free Hiking and Yoga
May 11, 2016; every Wednesday in May - 9:30am
Bommer Canyon Nature Preserve; Irvine, CA
Take time to get outside, exercise, and relax! Do all three at once at this free community event happening in the beautiful Bommer Canyon Nature Preserve. Participants will be led on a 1-mile hike followed by a 60-minute yoga class. Yoga mats and comfortable clothes are recommended - Registration required!

Mariachi Festival
May 14, 2016 - 11:00am to 4:00pm
Mission San Juan Capistrano; San Juan Capistrano, CA 
Cinco De Mayo may be over, but that doesn't mean the fiesta has to stop! At this event, you will be able to enjoy viewing the "Battle of the Mariachis" while eating authentic Mexican food- what is better than that? It's all going down at the Mission San Juan Capistrano! 

Tustin LobsterFest 
May 21, 2016
Peppertree Park; Tustin, CA
It's that time of year again! The annual Tustin Lobsterfest is back for the 7th year! Purchase tickets early here for a day full of unlimited lobster claws, melted golden butter, side dishes, live entertainment, and gorgeous California weather! 

Doheny Blues Festival
May 21-22, 2016
Doheny State Beach; Dana Point, California
Kick off summer the right way at the weekend-long Doheny Blues Festival with good music, good food, and good weather!

Strawberry Festival
May 27-30, 2016
Euclid St. & Main St; Garden Grove, California
The festival is a parade and carnival celebrating the city's strawberry-growing history. Free admission! It's going to be SWEET!