Things to do in Newport Beach
Visit Newport Beach 120 Years of Welcome
Visit Newport Beach 120 Years of Welcome Exhibit at the Balboa Island Museum.
Pacific Food and Wine Classic
Get ready to step into a playground for food and wine-loving adults, where the flavors are bold, the pours are glorious, and the vibes are as smooth as the coastal breeze. The Pacific Wine & Food Classic returns for its 8th mouthwatering year and this is the one you won’t want to miss. September 12, 2026 from 2pm - 5pm.
Q&A with Rick Caruso
Exclusive Q&A with Rick Caruso at Witte Hall in Newport Beach. Leadership, philanthropy & civic impact.
September 24, 2026 | 6pm - 7:30pm
64th Annual Sandcastle Contest
64th Annual Sandcastle Contest will be held September 27, 2026 at Corona del Mar State Beach.
Waves of Wellness at Pasea Hotel & Spa
Waves of Wellness event is back and this time, it’s for a greater purpose. Join us on Sunday, September 27 at Paséa Hotel & Spa for a morning of movement, mindfulness, and community with Mental Skincare in support of Suicide Prevention Month.
Hyatt Concert Series - Brian McKnight
Hyatt Summer Concert Series featuring Brian McKnight.
Pacific Air Show
The Pacific Air Show returns to Huntington Beach for another epic event bringing some of the biggest there is. Five of the largest, heaviest and downright loudest aircraft on the planet, all set to take over the skies in Surf City, plus the return of four crowd favorites.
49th Annual OC Home & Pet Fest
FREE Family Fun, Home Inspiration & Everything Pets at the 49th Annual OC Home & Pet Fest!
VEA Concert Series - Drew Baldridge with opening act Alyssa Flaherty
VEA Concert Series Final S/how
October 18th | 4:30pm - 6:30PM - Drew Baldridge with opening act Alyssa Flaherty
3rd Thursdays Corona del Mar
3rd Thursdays has become one of the community’s favorite traditions, bringing locals and visitors together to shop, dine, listen to live music, and enjoy raffles, giveaways, special offers, and other unique experiences throughout CdM Village.
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach Summer Concert Series
Hyatt Regency Summer Concert Series featuring Chris Isaak
California Wine Festival Huntington Beach
California Wine Festival in Huntington Beach will take place on Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17, 2026.
NEWPORT BEACH VOLLEYBALL INVITATIONAL
The World’s Top Players Competing in Newport Beach over two days in Newport Beach for a combined $200,000 Purse
42nd Annual Spirit Run
Spirit Run is moving from Spring to Autumn
Join us for the 42nd Annual Spirit Run on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Grape Night Featuring Kukkula Wines
Grape Night Winemaker Pop-Up Event Featuring Kukkula Wines at Pendry Newport Beach
Hyatt Concert Series - Todd Rundgren
Hyatt Concert Series featuring Todd Rundgren “Damned If I Do” HITS Tour
Hyatt Concert Series - Thomas Dolby & Wang Chung
Hyatt Concert Series featuring Thomas Dolby & Wang Chung
Balboa Island Holiday Home Tour
The 28th Annual Balboa Island Holiday Home Walking Tour, presented by the Balboa Island Improvement Association, returns on Sunday, December 13, 2026 , from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
118th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
The 118th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade moves its way through the Newport Harbor at approximately 6:30 p.m. each night from December 16 – 20, 2026.
The Second City Goes Coastal
The Second City Goes Coastal is back for another improv comedy event at VEA Newport Beach.
SLĀ Launch Social Event
Join SLĀ for an unforgettable luxury golf lifestyle experience at the beautiful Monarch Beach Resort designed to blend elevated golf, fashion, social connection, and unforgettable vibes.
Trouvaille Imports Grand Opening Event
You’re invited to Trouvaille Imports' grand opening event on August 27, 2026 from 3pm - 7pm. Don’t miss out on seeing their spectacular new location.
VEA Summer Concert Series -Teddy Robb
VEA Summer Concert Series #3
August 20th | 5:30pm - 7:30pm - Teddy Robb
Little Lido Kids Club: Storytime on the Lido Deck
Little Lido Kids Club: Storytime on the Lido Deck
Every 2nd and 3rd Thursday, 10 – 10:30am
Dine In Movie Series at Pendry Newport Beach
Pendry Newport Beach Dive‑In Movie Summer Series 2026
Fresh Flower Centerpiece Workshop
Fresh Flower Centerpiece Workshop Lido Marina Village
Little Lido Kids Club: Storytime on the Lido Deck
Little Lido Kids Club: Storytime on the Lido Deck
Every 2nd and 3rd Thursday, 10 – 10:30am
Newport Beach Art Week
The City of Newport Beach is launching its first-ever Art Week, a celebration of creativity, culture, and community. From exhibitions to live performances to classes across the city, Newport Beach Art Week will spotlight the artistic talent and cultural energy that connect with our community.
The 2026 Art Week will take place from Sunday, August 9, 2026, through Saturday, August 15, 2026.
59th Annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition
The 59th Newport Beach Art Exhibition offers artists the opportunity to showcase and sell their artwork to the public in a one-day exhibit.
The annual exhibition features recently created original artwork in various mediums, including oils and acrylics, pastels, watercolor, charcoal, pen and ink, sculpture, photography and mixed media.
ONE-NIGHT CHEF'S DINNER WITH TOP CHEF COULSON ARMSTRONG
BALBOA BAY RESORT ANNOUNCES ONE-NIGHT CHEF'S DINNER WITH TOP CHEF CANADA WINNER COULSON ARMSTRONG
Dine In Movie Series at Pendry Newport Beach
Pendry Newport Beach Dive‑In Movie Summer Series 2026
Live on the Lawn at Fashion Island
This summer, Fashion Island welcomes back music lovers to the Neiman Marcus – Bloomingdale’s Lawn for “Live on the Lawn” – a luxe outdoor music series every Saturday through August 1. 2026.
August 1: Daniel Rotem Quintent
Sip N' Dink Pickleball and Wine Tournament
Sip n’ Dink Pickleball x Wine Tournament at the Tennis and Pickleball Club Newport Beach.
Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 11am to 6pm.
Live on the Lawn at Fashion Island
This summer, Fashion Island welcomes back music lovers to the Neiman Marcus – Bloomingdale’s Lawn for “Live on the Lawn” – a luxe outdoor music series every Saturday through August 1. 2026.
July 25: A Tribute to James Williams
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach Summer Concert Series
Hyatt Regency Summer Concert Series featuring Brian Culbertson on July 24, 2026.
Dine In Movie Series at Pendry Newport Beach
Pendry Newport Beach Dive‑In Movie Summer Series 2026
Live on the Lawn at Fashion Island
This summer, Fashion Island welcomes back music lovers to the Neiman Marcus – Bloomingdale’s Lawn for “Live on the Lawn” – a luxe outdoor music series every Saturday through August 1. 2026.
July 18: Alex Schwarz Trio
Little Lido Kids Club: Storytime on the Lido Deck
Little Lido Kids Club: Storytime on the Lido Deck
Every 2nd and 3rd Thursday, 10 – 10:30am
90th Annual Flight of Newport Beach Boat Race
The 90th Annual Flight of Newport Beach is scheduled for July 12, 2026.
The Flight of Newport Beach is a historic single-handed sailboat race where competitors of all ages navigate a course that circumvents the entire bay
Surf Legend Shaun Tomson at Witte Hall
Witte Hall Grand Opening featuring surf legend Shaun Tomson on July 11, 2026 at 7pm.
Live Music Lido Marina Village: Strolling Brass Trio
Strolling Brass Trio, Friday, July 10, 2026 from 4 - 6pm. Live on the Lido Marina Village Deck.
Grape Night Featuring Shafer Wines
Grape Night featuring Shafer wines at Pendry Newport Beach on July 9, 2026, from 6pm - 8:30pm.
Little Lido Kids Club: Storytime on the Lido Deck
Little Lido Kids Club: Storytime on the Lido Deck
Every 2nd and 3rd Thursday, 10 – 10:30am
Dine In Movie Series at Pendry Newport Beach
Pendry Newport Beach Dive‑In Movie Summer Series 2026
Fresh Flower Centerpiece Workshop
Fresh Flower Centerpiece Workshop Lido Marina Village
Orange County Soccer Club Series
Orange County Soccer Club Series at Pendry Newport Beach.
Live on the Lawn at Fashion Island
This summer, Fashion Island welcomes back music lovers to the Neiman Marcus – Bloomingdale’s Lawn for “Live on the Lawn” – a luxe outdoor music series every Saturday through August 1. 2026.
June 27: Millstone Reverie with Adam Levy and Molly Miller
A Paint the Jewels™ Community Art Experience
Join Wildlife Jewels for a free community art experience celebrating Newport Beach’s marine life and coastal wildlife. The event will take place on June 27, 2026 at Kerckhoff Marine Laboratory, Newport Beach.