This weekend in Lake Forest, CA

Enjoy a classic-car celebration at the Hot August Days Car Show in Garden Grove. The event features a wide mix of vehicles including classics, customs, hot rods, muscle cars, imports, lowriders, trucks, motorcycles, and specialty builds. Expect live music, vendor booths, food, raffle prizes, and awards throughout the show, plus family-friendly admission for the community.

The Pacific Motor and Spirits Festival features a diverse showcase of automobiles alongside food and cocktails. Expect a range of vehicles, including vintage models, modified builds, early muscle, exotics, and motorcycles. Display space is limited for all categories.

Part of a free educational series for dementia caregivers, this session highlights how to recognize early signs of Alzheimer’s and practical ways caregivers can support prevention and brain health. The presentation is led by Dr. Dung Trinh, Chief Medical Officer at Healthy Brain Clinic and a board member of Alzheimer’s Orange County. Nurses can earn three CEUs. A vendor expo and light refreshments are included. A complimentary Memory Cafe will be available during the session for loved ones with early to mid stage dementia, with limited space and pre registration required. Brief memory screenings will be offered by the Global Alzheimer’s Platform Foundation on a first come, first served basis, with sign ups available at the event as capacity allows. Hosted by the Adult Day Program at Mount of Olives Church in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Orange County, with the venue listed as Mount of Olives Adult Day Program. Registration is available online.

Enjoy a free Zumba fitness session in Santa Ana with instructor Teo Reyes. Set to upbeat Latin music with simple, follow along choreography, this class is designed to elevate your heart rate, tone your whole body and brighten your mood. Participants may burn up to 600 calories. It is open to all ages and fitness levels, and no prior dance experience is needed. Teo is an experienced Orange County instructor who brings high energy and a welcoming atmosphere to every class. The first class is free for new students and the offer may be used once per person. Space is limited and advance registration is required.

Discover a vibrant farmers market where local growers and makers offer farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, artisan breads and pastries, prepared foods, handmade crafts, and more. Vendors include Bee Ladies Honey, Castellanos Farm, Berumen Farms, Golden Farms, Happy Hens Eggs, Microgreens Tiny Farm, Tea Lucky, and The Tamale Fiesta. Look for favorites like Lucy’s Sourdough Bakery, Chaupain Bakery, and Sandy’s Kitchen featuring granola.

Whether you’re a longtime collector or coming to a card show for the first time, the California Card Festival is a fun in-person event where you can browse and connect with other fans. The event runs for about five hours, and tickets are backed by a no-refunds policy.

Build your Kizomba foundation in a welcoming beginner bootcamp led by Rome at ATOMIC Ballroom. This immersive class focuses on smooth, connected basics such as posture, timing, connection, and a distinctive walking quality, then introduces clear partner work so lead and follow feel comfortable. You will practice beginner friendly patterns you can use right away and develop a stronger musical feel, leaving with the confidence to move into Kizomba 1. The session starts with check in and progresses through foundations, walking with weight transfers, core lead and follow skills, and preparation for social dancing. No dance experience is required, total beginners are welcome, and no partner is needed. Wear shoes that stay securely on your feet. Pricing options include a $20 presale, entry with two class credits, $25 at the door, and free admission for VIP. New students can also access a special offer from ATOMIC Ballroom of 10 group classes for $99, more than 50 percent off, with options in Ballroom, Swing, Salsa, or Argentine Tango taught by expert instructors.

On the One Car Meet is a laid-back, social show and shine in Anaheim where classic cars, club vehicles, solo entries, and lowrider bikes fill the lot. Expect plenty to explore as you walk the lineup up close, plus live music, hot food vendors, merchandise, and raffle activity throughout the event. There will also be trophy awards including Best of Show, Best Convertible, and Top Picks, along with a 50/50 drawing to keep things lively.

A gala celebrating Afghan American business excellence brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, community leaders, and successful businesses at Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport. Guests can look forward to a red carpet welcome, an exclusive fashion presentation, purposeful business networking, awards that honor achievement, engaging speakers, and live performances. The evening is dedicated to celebrating success, strengthening unity, and spotlighting the future of Afghan American businesses.

At Woodbridge Community Park, the Summer in the City series turns the lawn into an open air stage with performances spanning a variety of music styles. Admission is free and no tickets or advance registration are needed. Seating is first come, first served, so bring low back chairs and blankets, and consider dressing in layers. Guests may enjoy picnic style food, or choose snacks from local food trucks. Additional parking is available at Woodbridge High School and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Stages in Santa Ana hosts a KNAC tribute night bringing together Fair Warning’s Van Halen experience with Whole Lotta Rosies, plus Ozzy Bloody Ozzy, Hoodoo Maniacs, LA Cult, Dream Warriors, Hollywood Sleaze, and Dark Thor. The KNAC banner returns to Orange County for the first time in decades, and the night includes an Attitude Check.

Rebelution comes back to Pacific Amphitheatre for a run of three shows, showcasing roots reggae, soulful rhythms, and an upbeat, uplifting vibe in a setting where they are right at home.

Experience a red hot mix at a free show open to all ages.

Beach Bunny and The Beths take the stage at The Observatory Orange County for a collaborative performance. The event is open to all ages. Ticket access includes presales through Beach Bunny, The Beths, Spotify, Live Nation, and Citi cardmembers, followed by a general public release, with Citi cardmember preferred tickets also available. Please note that the lineup may change.

Lawncrashers take the stage at Rush Bar and Grill for a night of rock, paired with tasty food and cold drinks. Expect lively tunes and a fun atmosphere from start to finish.

Catch The PettyBreakers, a high-energy tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, live at Campus JAX. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with music starting at 8:00 PM and running until 9:30 PM.

Catch a night of live post-punk and garage-rock energy at The Wayfarer in Costa Mesa, featuring The Grinns, Cactus Ponchos, and Rough Houser.

A welcoming musical theater pop-up choir at ATOMIC Ballroom brings together singers of all levels to learn and perform a two-part harmony medley from the Broadway hit Hamilton. No audition is required, just the ability to match pitch and an eagerness to sing. Participants receive sheet music and a vocal practice track in advance to get comfortable with the music. During the session, the group will rehearse parts, work on blending and harmonies, and create a performance video to mark the occasion. Open to teens and adults, and ideal for musical theater fans, former choir kids, and a cappella enthusiasts. Facilitated by Jessica Wilbert, with support from Chris Fore and Brigitte Bellavoine. Pricing is $40 presale or $45 at the door, or 4 class credits. VIP Membership is 50 percent off. Atomic Campus Access Members and teens pay $15 presale or $20 at the door.

The Anaheim Really Really Free Market turns Pearson Park into a welcoming place to share. There is no buying, bargaining, or trading... everything is offered at no cost. Bring clean, safe, and useful items such as clothing and shoes, books and toys, craft materials, home goods and small furnishings, electronics, plants, and nonperishable food. If you plan to contribute, bring a blanket or tarp to display your items. Please give people space to set up before browsing, take home anything you brought that is not claimed, and do not resell items found here. Free services and skill shares are encouraged too, from haircuts, nails, mending, and simple repairs to lessons in crochet, games, or yoga. A Food and Essentials Drive runs alongside the market with a give-what-you-can, take-what-you-need approach. Items especially needed include diapers in sizes 3 and up, wipes, laundry detergent, and toilet paper. The event meets ADA standards and offers accessible restrooms, mostly level ground with no steps, dedicated parking spots, a wheelchair ramp, and wide doorways and walkways.

Winter Hymns comes to Orange County with a Q&A featuring writer and director Nathan Deming. The film follows a Midwestern palliative care physician as she meets with patients nearing the end of life and the families supporting them. Tickets will be available on the Frida Cinema website.

Pet World hosts an affordable mobile pet vaccine clinic at Anaheim Marketplace, offering vaccinations, microchipping, flea control, and more at budget-friendly prices. No appointments are required. For everyone’s safety, bring dogs on leashes and cats in carriers. The clinic is located to the right of the main entrance.

GCW Battleground presents a live wrestling showcase at the Orangeville Curling Club, featuring a two-ring steel cage and supporting a charitable cause, with performers appearing from across Ontario. General admission is $30 for adults and $25 for children 12 and under, while reserved front row seating is $40 and available online only. A VIP option can be added to either general admission or front row and includes a GCW gift bag with two GCW pins, a GCW program book, and additional items for an extra $25. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations for the local community food bank and will receive one raffle ticket per item, up to a maximum of ten, with prizes available; please check expiry dates. High-demand donations include kids’ school snacks, juice in boxes or large containers, canned vegetables and fruit, canned pasta, cereal, toothpaste and soap, pet food, and diapers and other baby supplies. During intermission there will be an opportunity to meet the wrestlers, pick up a limited edition GCW program and have it signed, browse a wide selection of lucha wrestling masks, and purchase official GCW merchandise such as T-shirts, hats, and more. The event is presented by a promotion active in Ontario wrestling since 2004.

90s Rockshow brings a full-throttle celebration of 90s rock powered by a live string section. Hear songs from Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Green Day, Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and more, with arrangements that add a cinematic lift to familiar anthems. The result is a big, high-energy sound that honors the decade while giving it a fresh, unforgettable twist.

RemiX brings high-energy funk, R&B, and crowd-pleasing classics to Downtown Disney, setting the tone for a lively night with family and friends. Expect danceable grooves, sing-along moments, and an interactive set that invites everyone to move and clap along, creating a fun musical backdrop for shared memories.