There are so many great things to do in Costa Mesa in the summertime.
FREE SUMMER CONCERTS
One thing that my family and I enjoy are the free summer concerts at Fairview Park almost every Tuesday in July and August.
The concerts are from 6:15 pm to 7:45 pm.
July 8, 2008 - The Answer (classic rock)
July 15 - Incendio (classic guitar band)
July 22 - The Skinny Little Twits (oldies rock)
July 29 - Steel Parade (steel drum/Caribbean)
August 5 - Swing Cats Band (10-piece big band)
August 12 - The HoDads (surf band)
Be sure to bring blankets and a picnic for dinner. It is a great time to spend some time outdoors in our beautiful, beachy weather with your family and friends.
You will also find free face painting and free crafts for the kids provided by the City of Costa Mesa. And, if you prefer not to bring your own food, there is very reasonably priced food available such as pizza and hot dogs.
FREE SUMMER MOVIES
If you're looking for another outdoor idea, check out the free summer movies at the Orange County Performing Arts Center.
July 14 - Easter Parade
July 21 - Grease
July 28 - The Muppet Movie
August 4 - Hairspray
Bring beach chairs or blankets. Movies begin at dusk. Patina Catering offers box means and beverages.
Community Plaza at the Orange County Performing Arts Center
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa
CATTLE DRIVE ON THE STREETS OF COSTA MESA
The Orange County Fair is sponsoring another cattle drive through the streets of Costa Mesa.
On Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 10:00 am, the cattle drive will start at Fairview Park, continue up Placentia to Victoria to Harbor and finally up Fair Drive to the Orange County Fairgrounds.
Never seen a cattle drive, can't imagine what Costa Mesa looked like when this was a common occurrence? Be sure to mark your calendars to experience this special and incredible sight.
We got to see it last year, and it was really something special. So different from anything I had experienced before in my NewportMesa upbringing.
If the cattle drive isn't enough excitement for you, you can also watch professional and amateur cowboys prepare for this event from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Friday, July 26, 2008.
If you want more ideas of things to do in Costa Mesa, see The Top 5 Things to Do in Costa Mesa with Young Kids.
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