Huntington Beach Events calendar is filled with beach activities and events information. Concerts, Art Afair craft fair at Friday Farmers Market Pier Plaza, parks, Surf City Nights on Tuesdays, car shows, and special events such as Concours d'Elegance, US Open of Surfing and Cruise of Lights are annual events held in Surf City, California.

Thursday, September 15, 2016

• Special Town Hall with Paolo Perrone, Trust for Public Land - at Central Library. Learn about the effort in saving the rest of Bolsa Chica wetlands. Time: 7-9 p.m. Location: Huntington Beach Central Library Room C/D 7111 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA. Contact: Bolsa Chica Land Trust (714) 846-1001
• Oktoberfest Free Night 6:30-10 p.m. German band, chicken dancing, beer, brats & more at Old World Village, HB, oldworld.ws
• Friends of the Library Luncheon featuring Shirley Babashoff and Chris Epting. Location: Huntington Beach Central Library 7111 Talbert Ave. HB Cost to attend: $25 luncheon & lecture; $12 Lecture only. Contact: president@fotlhb.com  fotlhb.com
• Karaoke at Perqs Bar, free.
• Slingshot band at Tumbleweeds, 8:30p
• Van Maddox band at Don the Beachcomber, 7p
• Crimson Crowbar band 7-10p at Brix Sunset Beach
• Mark Castrillon music at Bella Terra Amphitheater, 6-8p
• DJ Fresh | DJ Regul8 at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 9p

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Friday, September 16, 2016

• Fall Craft Boutique Sept.16 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sept. 17 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Get a head start with your holiday shopping by supporting over 20 local artisans selling handmade crafts such as: Jewelry, Advents, Baby Gear, Homemade Goodies, Signs, Garlands, Holiday Decor, Cards, Art Prints, Blankets, Dream Catchers, & So Much More! Hourly raffle, snacks. Address: 8792 Midbury Dr, Huntington Beach. Cost: Free admission. pbennett.com/events/ hbcraftboutique.html
• September 16, 2016 HBCOA Dancing Through the Decades
• Big Monsta Band at Perqs Bar
• Echo Love Chamber Band at Marlin Bar
• Parkaimoon band at Tumbleweeds
• Nickel Shakers band at Surf Dogs Bar
• Vibe Tribe band at Don the Beachcomber, 9p
• Oktoberfest at Old World Village, 6:30-1a, $10
• Hollywood Blonde band at Longboard, 14892 Springdale, (714)896-8700
• Mitch & Co band at Mother's Tavern, 7p
• Wine tasting and Robby Armstrong Band
• Country Nation, band. Beer, Whiskey & Moonshine at Old Crow Smokehouse (Pacific City) 8:30p
• DJ Stress | DJ Alpha at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, $5, 9p

 

Saturday, September 17, 2016

• Sun Down Music Fest (Wet Electric) 2 day EDM beach music fest with cabanas, full bar, rides and party atmosphere on Huntington State Beach. $75-249, sundownmusicfest.com
• Sunset Beach Chili CookOff - held annually at the Community Center, a small fee is charged (around $5). Event includes chili tastes, voting, live music, entertainment and more.
• Kowabunga Van Klan VW Bus Show, Main Street, 8a-2p
• Pacific Islander Festival at Central Park 10a-5p
• Fall Craft Boutique 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Over 20 local artisans sell Jewelry, Advents, Baby Gear, Homemade Goodies, Signs, Garlands, Holiday Decor, Cards, Art Prints, Blankets, Dream Catchers, & So Much More! Free admission. Address: 8792 Midbury Dr, Huntington Beach.  pbennett.com/events/ hbcraftboutique.html
• Surf City Days beach competitions, meet HB's Olympians back from Rio, and watch or partake in sports activities at the beach.
• Huntington Beach Symphony Orchestra's Enchanted Beyond, concert - at Huntington Beach High School Performing Arts Center. Exotic music of Berlioz, Gounod, Donizetti & Gluck, concluding with a Waltz from the 2nd Act of Faust featuring Schola Cantorum. Time: 3:30 p.m. Location: 1905 Main St., Huntington Beach, CA. Tickets: $18-25 approx. hbsymphony.org 
• Coastal and Inner Cleanup Day. 9am to noon. Beach at Beach Blvd. and Central Park with HBPD
• HBPD Open House. 10am to 2pm at City Hall
• Newland House Museum open 12Noon-4 p.m. $2-3 fee for guided tour with HB City Historian, Jerry Person.
• Meet local Olympic athletes at Pier Plaza 11a
• Delfaco Band  at Perqs Bar
• Huntington Beach Surf Contest Sept.17-18
• How to Train Your Dragon free movie at City Pool/Gym, 7 p.m. Tel: (714) 960-8884
• Thee Night Moves band at Surf Dogs Bar, 8:30p
• Tiki Marketplace at Don the Beachcomber, 10a-3p, $10 admission is voucher for food & beverage
• The Hula Girls band  at Don the Beachcomber, 9p
• Oktoberfest at Old World Village, 6:30-1a, $10
• Echo Love Chamber band at Tumbleweed's, 9p-1:30a
• Brad Lewis band at Mother's Tavern, 7-8p
• Refugees band (classic rock) at Brix Sunset Beach, 4-8p | Killer West Band 8-11p
• Honky Tonk Boom Box, band. Beer, Whiskey & Moonshine at Old Crow Smokehouse (Pacific City) 8:30p

 

Sunday, September 18, 2016

• Blessing of the Waves at Pier Plaza, 8:30 a.m. Paddle Out afterward
• Pacific Islander Festival at Central Park 10a-5p
• Sun Down Music Fest (Wet Electric) 2 day EDM beach music fest with cabanas, full bar, rides and party atmosphere on Huntington State Beach. $75-249, sundownmusicfest.com
• Huntington Beach Surf Contest Sept.17-18
• Free Bolsa Chica Wetlands Tour. Time: 10 a.m. - Noon. Provided by Bolsa Chica Land Trust, bclandtrust.org
• Big Rocking Daddy band at Mother's Tavern, 3-6p
•  Surfin' Sundays concert with Blackball Bandits | King Pelican | Ding Dong Devils | Par Avion | The Reventlos | Paul Johnson and Friends. 11a-5:30p at Pier Plaza
• Newland House Museum open 12Noon-4 p.m. $2-3 fee for guided tour with HB City Historian, Jerry Person.
• DJ Impact | DJ Nathan Shane at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 8p

 

Monday, September 19, 2016

• DJ Stress at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 9p

 

Tuesday, September 20, 2016

• Top Shelf Shake band at Perqs Bar, 8 p.m.
• DJ Impact | DJ Strip at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 9p

 

Wednesday, September 21, 2016

• DJ Jon James at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 9p
• Gallagher Downbeat Sessions, 8:30p, 300 PCH, free
• Classical Carnage, Live Music - at BLK Earth Sea Spirits every Wednesday, 7-10 p.m.  Location: 300 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 202, (Pierside Pavilion), Huntington Beach. Cost to attend: Free entertainment for dinner guests. RSVP: (714) 960-0996 or visit blkearthseaspiritshb.com

 

Thursday, September 22, 2016

• Timeless Treasures Boutique Sept. 22-25, 6905 Warner Ave. (near Big Lots)
• Slingshot band at Tumbleweeds, 8:30p
• Doug C & the Blacklisted band at Don the Beachcomber, 7p
• Killarney's Thirsty Thursdays, 9p, 209 Main St.
•  Special Dog Wine & Paint Night - at Rainwater Gallery, 526 Main St. Bring a picture of your dog, learn how to paint and optionally drink a bit of wine! $20-35. RSVP: info@rainwatergallery.com
• DJ Fresh | DJ Regul8 at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 9p
• Informational Coffee - at Huntington Beach Assistance League. Learn how you can help your community. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Location: 8071 Slater Ave., RSVP: alhbmembership@gmail.com

 

Friday, September 23, 2016

•  The Blast Band at Perqs Bar, 9p
• Kiki and the Band - at Longboard Pub, 217 Main St., 3-7p, free kickoff concert for Lobsterfest 2016
• Sonic Gold band at Surf Dogs Bar, 8:30p
• Surf Dog Photo Exhibit - at Rainwater Gallery, 526 Main St. $10 donation. Time: 6-9 p.m. Red carpet doggie photos, appetizers and cash bar.  rainwatergallery.com
• Timeless Treasures Boutique Sept. 22-25, 6905 Warner Ave. (near Big Lots)
• Albert Lee, concert, 7p, $20-45 sold online: donthebeachcomber.com
• Cat Reed & Back Alley band at Don the Beachcomber, 9p
• Sugarlips, band - at Harvey's Steakhouse
• Off the Vinyl band at Mother's Tavern, 7p
• Smith the Band at Old Crow Smokehouse (Pacific City) 8:30p
• DJ Stress | DJ Alpha at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, $5, 9p

NEARBY: Knotts' Scary Farm | Redondo Beach Lobster Festival

 

Saturday, September 24, 2016

• Endless Summer Beach Volleyball, Huntington State Beach, 11a-5p, endlesssummervolleyballtour.com
• Slingshot Band at Perqs Bar, 9p
• Butterface band at Surf Dogs Bar, 8:30p
• Robby Armstrong Band at Don the Beachcomber, 9p
• The Blast band at Tumbleweed's, 9p-1:30a
• Sure Shot Rockers band at Mother's Tavern, 3-6p | James Jams 7p
• Timeless Treasures Boutique Sept. 22-25, 6905 Warner Ave. (near Big Lots)
• Golden West College Swap Meet 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Donut Derelicts Car Gathering at Adams Ave. Donuts 6-9 a.m.
• Hollywood Stones, band - at Harvey's Steakhouse
• Country Nation at Old Crow Smokehouse (Pacific City) 8:30p
• Opening Reception of Skulls & Bones in Art - at HB Art Center, 538 Main. Time: 6-9 p.m. Cost: Free.
• DJ Crystal Ellis | Jose DJhozer Jimenez at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, $5, 9p

NEARBY

• Newport Beach Stand Up Paddle with Your Pup, part of the Surf Dog Festival
• Knotts' Scary Farm
• Redondo Beach Lobster Festival
• Blue Angels at Free Miramar Air Show (San Diego)

 

Sunday, September 25, 2016

• Unleashed by Petco Surf City Surf Dog Festival at - at Huntington Dog Beach. Location: Goldenwest & PCH.
• Reggae with Fully Fullwood - at Don the Beachcomber, 3-7p. $5 cover
• Rewind band at Mother's Tavern, 7p
• David Preston, music - at Harvey's Steakhouse
• Chefs for Scholarships Food, Wine & Beer Tasting at Golden West College, 4-7p, Tickets:$40-50. gwchbfoundation.com
  Timeless Treasures Boutique Sept. 22-25, 6905 Warner Ave. (near Big Lots)
• DJ Impact | DJ Nathan Shane at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 8p

 

Monday, September 26, 2016

• Tom Kubis Big Band Orchestra returns to Don the Beachcomber, $15, 7-11p
• The Originalites and The Fallen Electric, bands - at Gallaghers Pub, 300 PCH, free
• DJ Stress at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 9p

 

Tuesday, September 27, 2016

• Pope Paul & the Illegals Band at Perqs Bar, 8 p.m.
• DJ Impact | DJ Strip at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 9p

 

Wednesday, September 28, 2016

• Karaoke at Perqs Bar
• Elizabeth Cook, concert. 7:15p, $12.50-30 sold online: donthebeachcomber.com
• TJ Mayes, band | Stan Zabek Band at Don the Beachcomber, 7p, no cover
• DJ Jon James at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 9p

 

Thursday, September 29, 2016

• Slingshot band at Tumbleweeds, 8:30p
• Chuck Mead and His Grassy Knoll Boys, 7:15p, $10-20 tickets: donthebeachcomber.com
• DJ Stress | DJ Alpha at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, $5, 9p
• Huntington Beach City Council Candidates Forum - at Central Library. Hosted by League of Women's Voters of OC. 7p, 7111 Talbert Ave.

 

Friday, September 3o, 2016

• Warner Drive Band at  Perqs Bar
• Happy Endings Band at Marlin Bar
• Audio All-stars band at Surf Dogs Bar, 8:30p
• The Latest Craze
• Sts. Simon & Jude Fall Festival, Magnolia & Indianapolis
• Sons of Mothers band at Mother's Tavern, 3-6p
• Scotty Mac, music at Old Crow Smokehouse (Pacific City) 8:30p
• DJ Jon James | Jose DJhozer Jimenez at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, $5, 9p

 

Saturday, October 1, 2016

• 50 Shades of Rock band at Surf Dogs Bar, 8p
• Sts. Simon & Jude Fall Festival, Magnolia & Indianapolis

 

Sunday, October 2, 2016

• Sts. Simon & Jude Fall Festival, Magnolia & Indianapolis
• Patrick Brenden Campaign Fundraiser, 5-8p at Waterfront Hilton, brendenevents.com

 

Thursday, October 6, 2016

ExperTalk: Isopod Invasion! Impacts of Sphaeroma quoyanum - at  3842 Warner Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA. Time: 4:30-6 p.m. Cost: $5 donation.  Morgan Brown - B.S. and M.S. Candidate, Department of Biology, California State University Long Beach is featured in presentation. bolsachica.org

 

Friday, October 7, 2016

• Holiday Boutique October 7-8, 2016, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. The 10th Annual Holiday Boutique features jewelry, clothing, accessories, home decor, musical gifts, boutique and specialty gourmet items. Location: Huntington Harbour Place, 16889 Algonquin Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Admission: Free. Call (714) 840-7542 or visit  CruiseofLights.org  Produced by Huntington Harbour Philharmonic Committee, proceeds benefit the Philharmonic Society of Orange County's Youth Music Education programs offered free of charge to Orange County schools.
• Super Delux band at Surf Dogs Bar, 8:30p
• Night of a Million Waves - a Surfboards on Parade Fundraiser dinner at Pasea Hotel. Cost: $135. Time: 5:30p. Silent Auction, Entertainment, food samples. surfboardsonparade.org

 

Saturday, October 8, 2016

• Holiday Boutique October 7-8, 2016, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. The 10th Annual Holiday Boutique features jewelry, clothing, accessories, home decor, musical gifts, boutique and specialty gourmet items. Location: Huntington Harbour Place, 16889 Algonquin Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Admission: Free. Call (714) 840-7542 or visit  CruiseofLights.org
• Rock Stallion band at Surf Dogs Bar, 8:30p
• Thank U Drive Thru at Tumbleweeds Bar & Grill, Oct.8, 9p
• Golden Bear Reunion with Commander Cody and Bill Kirchen at Don the Beachcomber, 7p, $20-60 sold online: donthebeachcomber.com
• Writing Workshop with Chris Epting - at Central Library. Ideal for students 5-8th grade. $5. Time: 9:30-11:30a. Space limited, sign up at Children's Desk. hbpl.org

 

Sunday, October 9, 2016

• Family Arts Day - at HB Art Center, 538 Main. Time: 12Noon - 4 p.m.  Cost: Free. Call: (714) 374-1650

 

Thursday, October 13, 2016

• Art for Lunch - at HB Art Center, 538 Main. Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Bring your own lunch. Cost: Free. Call: (714) 374-1650

 

Friday, October 14, 2016

• The Producers, musical - at The Academy for the Performing Arts October 14-16, 21-23, 2016. Time of Event: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sunday matinee. Location: 1905 Main St. Tickets: $22, hbapa.org/see

 

Saturday, October 15, 2016

• Shipley Nature Center Fall California Native Plant Sale. Time: 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.  Address: 17851 Goldenwest St. Huntington Beach. Admission: Free, public invited. Call: (714) 842-4772, shipleynature.org
• The Book of Life, screening - at HB Art Center, 538 Main. Time: 2 - 4 p.m. Call: (714) 374-1650
• OC Financial Planning Day. Central Library, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. ocfinancialplanningday.org or call 877-622-3729
• The Producers, musical - at The Academy for the Performing Arts October 14-16, 21-23, 2016. Time of Event: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sunday matinee. Tickets: $22, hbapa.org/see

   

 

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

• Nancy Grace, television legal analyst, victims' advocate and bestselling author discusses and signs her new book, Murder in the Courthouse, Hailey Dean Series #3. Photos and personalization are allowed and backlist titles may be signed. Time: 7 p.m. Location: Barnes & Noble Huntington Beach at Bella Terra 7881 Edinger Ave. #110, Huntington Beach, CA, 92647 Store Phone: (714) 897-8781

 

October 21, 2016

• October 21-23, 2016 The Breitling Huntington Beach Airshow. Free to see, upgrades around $200 person  |  day. Time: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. The United States Air Force Flight Demonstration Squadron, The Thunderbirds, and Breitling Jet team hope to participate. Breitling HB Airshow Looking for Volunteers! Coming this the inaugural Breitling Huntington Beach Airshow will be the only beachfront airshow on the West Coast, and the first airshow held in Huntington Beach, California, in more than 20 years. Thousands are expected to attend to see first-hand the jaw-dropping jet stunts of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds and the Breitling Jet Team. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform an impressive hour-long demonstration featuring sharply choreographed routines that show F-16 Fighting Falcons wingtip to wingtip and give the crowd a glimpse of the exacting skills and capabilities possessed by these accomplished fighter pilots. If you are interested in being a volunteer or looking to sponsor the event, visit: hbairshow.com

 

Saturday, October 22, 2016

• Air Show
• Oktoberfest - Old World Village

 

Sunday, October 23, 2016

• Air Show, hbairshow.com
• Kinderfest - at Old World Village

 

Saturday, October 29, 2016

• HB Oilers Car and Motorcycle Show
• Halloweekend Pub Crawl Huntington Beach. Pay one price for a wristband and map for discounted drinks and free entry in each venue. Registration starts at 3pm at Baja Sharkeez (211 Main St). Event time: 3-9 p.m. Cost: $3 for a 1 day pass and $5 for a 2 day pass, age  21+, see: PubCrawls.com
• October 29, 2016 Senior Surf Invitational
• October 29, 2016 Halloween: Pumpkin Carving & Costume Contest City Gym & Pool, 6-8 p.m. $15 family. Register: hbsands.org
• Saturday, October 29, 2016 So Cal Corgi Beach Day
• Day of the Dead Workshop  - at HB Art Center, 538 Main. Time: 12Noon - 4 p.m.  Cost: Free. Call: (714) 374-1650
• Oktoberfest - at Old World Village, adults night

NEARBY: SoCal Vegfest Oct. 29-30, 2016 at Orange Coat College, Costa Mesa, free

 

Sunday, October 30, 2016

• Final day of Oktoberfest / Kinderfest - at Old World German Restaurant
• Day of the Dead Celebration - at HB Art Center, 538 Main. Time: 12Noon - 4 p.m.  Cost: Free. Call: (714) 374-1650

 

October 31, 2016

• Halloweekend Pub Crawl Huntington Beach. Pay one price for a wristband and map for discounted drinks and free entry in each venue. Registration starts at 3pm at Baja Sharkeez (211 Main St). Event time: 3-9 p.m. Cost: $3 for a 1 day pass and $5 for a 2 day pass, age  21+, see: PubCrawls.com
• Harvestival - at Calvary Church of the Harbour, 6-9p, free
• Trick or Treat Halloween Celebration on Main Street presented by Downtown BID
•  Dia de los Muertos - at HB Art Center, 538 Main. Time: 12Noon - 6 p.m. Free. Call: (714) 374-1650. See art that incorporates skulls and bones themes.

 

November 2016

• November 5, 2016 SCMAF Coed Softball Tournament Championship
• November 5, 2016 HB Art Center's Dance for the Dead. Location: 538 Main. Time: 6-9 p.m. Call: (714) 374-1650
• The Color Run Tropicolor World Tour  Saturday, November 19, 2016, 8 a.m. Be whisked away to paradise at the Happiest 5k on the Planet. Enjoy an island-style vacation with Rainbow Beach featuring music, dancing, unique photo opportunities, and massive color throws at the Finish as well as the all-new Tropicolor Zone on course. Runners are bathed in a tropical array of colors and delicious island scents as they pass through the shade of palm trees and arches. Location: Huntington State Beach 21601 Pacific Coast Hwy Huntington Beach, CA. Register now: thecolorrun.com | locations | huntington-beach-ca | 

 

December 2016

• December 10, 2016 Breakfast with Santa
• December 16, 2016 Noel Night Christmas Concert with HB Symphony - at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 8345 Talbert Ave., HB, hbsymphony.org
• December 17, 2016  Santacon Pub Crawl Huntington Beach. Wear your Santa outfit and be of good cheer at the Official Santacon Pub Crawl Huntington Beach. Pay one price for a wristband and map for discounted drinks and free entry in each venue. Registration starts at 3pm at Baja Sharkeez (211 Main St). Event time: 3-9 p.m. Cost: $5 approx., age  21+, see: PubCrawls.com
  

 

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