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Celebrate summertime outdoors with 9 free concerts and 12 free movie screenings at OC Parks June 6 to August 29, 2025.
(Orange County, Calif.) – The County of Orange and OC Parks are thrilled to unveil the lineup for the highly anticipated 2025 OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema film series. These signature outdoor events offer fantastic opportunities for families and friends to enjoy unforgettable nights of live music and movie screenings at some of Orange County’s most beautiful regional parks all summer long. All events are free to enjoy, with free parking and food and drink options available for purchase.
OC Parks Summer Concert Series returns with nine free outdoor concerts Thursday evenings, June 19 to Aug. 21 from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music from exceptional bands and artists at Mile Square Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Craig Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Whether you’re into Latin rhythms, rock, pop or country, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Summer concerts kick off June 19 at Mile Square Regional Park in Fountain Valley with Grammy-award winning band Ozomatli, followed by other must-see performances including Doin’ Time (Sublime tribute), Flashback Heart Attack (80’s hits), the Grammy award-winning Mariachi Divas and The Pistol Blonde (female country cover). Special tribute acts include Dream Like Taylor (Taylor Swift), Elton The Early Years and No Duh: The Ultimate Tribute to No Doubt. Boy Band Review will close out the 2025 OC Parks Summer Concert Series at Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach, performing top hits from popular boy bands and more!
OC Parks Sunset Cinema film series brings recent blockbusters and beloved classic films to scenic parks across Orange County. Experience 12 free movie screenings Friday nights, beginning June 6 through Aug. 29, at Carbon Canyon Regional Park, Craig Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Yorba Regional Park, Laguna Niguel Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park and Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Guests of all ages are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy lively pre-show entertainment such as character meet-and-greets, DJ-led games and more. Cinema events begin at 6 p.m. with screenings starting after sundown, at approximately 8 p.m.
Friday movie nights kick off June 6 and include Despicable Me 4 (2024), Charlie’s Angels (2000), Inside Out 2 (2024), Hercules (1997), Mufasa: The Lion King (2024), Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024), Miss Congeniality (2000), Twisters (2024), The Greatest Showman (2017), Elemental (2023), Shrek (2001) and Moana 2 (2024).
“We’re excited to continue this wonderful summer tradition for the community to enjoy with their families,” said Chair Doug Chaffee, Orange County Board of Supervisors. “The OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema film series offer a fantastic opportunity to experience free live music and films in the beautiful settings of Orange County’s regional parks, bringing people together to create long-lasting special memories.”
OC Parks Summer Concert Series and OC Parks Sunset Cinema film series are open to the public of all ages and free to attend with free parking. Food trucks will serve a variety of tasty food options at each event and a beer and wine garden will be available to those 21 and older. Gather your chairs, blankets, friends and family and enjoy free concerts and movie screenings this summer with OC Parks.
Thursday nights, 5 p.m. (Event starts at 5 p.m., live music begins at 6 p.m.) *Translation services available upon request*
Date: June 19 Concert: Ozomatli @ Mile Square Regional Park
Date: June 26 Concert: Doin’ Time @ Mile Square Regional Park
*No concert on July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
Date: July 10 Concert: Flashback Heart Attack@ Mason Regional Park
Date: July 17 Concert: Mariachi Divas @ Craig Regional Park
Date: July 24 Concert: The Pistol Blonde @ Craig Regional Park
Date: July 31 Concert: Dream Like Taylor @ Irvine Regional Park
Date: August 7 Concert: Elton The Early Years @ Irvine Regional Park
Date: August 14 Concert: No Duh: The Ultimate Tribute to No Doubt @ Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach
Date: August 21 Concert: Boy Band Review @ Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach
OC Parks Sunset Cinema
Friday nights, 6 p.m. (Event starts at 6 p.m., movie begins at sunset) *All movies will be shown in English*
Date: June 6 Movie: Despicable Me 4 (2024) @ Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Date: June 13 Movie: Charlie’s Angels (2000) @ Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Date: June 20 Movie: Inside Out 2 (2024) @ Craig Regional Park
Date: June 27 Movie: Hercules (1997) @ Craig Regional Park
*No cinema event on July 5 in observance of Independence Day weekend.
Date: July 11 Movie: Mufasa: The Lion King (2024) @ Mason Regional Park
Date: July 18 Movie: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (2024) @ Yorba Regional Park
Date: July 25 Movie: Miss Congeniality (2000) @ Yorba Regional Park
Date: August 1 Movie: Twisters (2024) @ Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Date: August 8 Movie: The Greatest Showman (2017)@ Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Date: August 15 Movie: Elemental (2023) @ Irvine Regional Park
Date: August 22 Movie: Shrek (2001) @ Irvine Regional Park
Date: August 29 Movie: Moana 2 (2024) @ Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach
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OC Parks
OC Parks manages nearly 60,000 acres of parks, historical and coastal facilities and open space for the County of Orange as part of OC Community Resources. http://www.ocparks.com
Replace existing 240 feet of geotextile bags with rock at Capistrano Beach within the City of Dana Point. This temporary measure is a joint project between OC Parks and OC Public Works. Public access and parking may be limited during construction.
What:
• Removal of existing geotextile sandbags. Sand used in the geotextile sandbags will be deposited onto beach area. • Construction of riprap in the central section adjacent to the parking area.
PARTIAL PARKING LOT CLOSURE A portion of parking spaces will be closed.
DETOURS AND SAFETY Flaggers will direct pedestrians and bicyclists to avoid the work area. Watch for additional traffic control measures including construction signage.
BACKGROUND Sand-filled geotextile bags were initially approved by the California Coastal Commission (CCC) as a temporary solution to protect the seaward edge of the park. The CCC requires removal of all sand cubes/sandbags and has approved replacement using rock, which will also remain as a temporary measure while more permanent initiatives continue to be further developed.
When:
Anticipated Construction Duration: March 10, 2025 – May 2025
Working Days/Hours: Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Working hours and schedule will vary due to tides, inclement weather, ocean conditions and other factors.
Where:
Capistrano Beach Park 35005 Beach Road, Dana Point, CA 92624
Contact Information:
Raymond Sanchez | Senior Construction Inspector | 657-641-5040
Mike Alfaro | Supervising Construction Inspector | 714-448-0804
*This program takes place at Peters Canyon Regional Park, 8548 E. Canyon View Ave., Orange, CA92869*
The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages park guests to explore the outdoor world within OC Parks by developing a sense of belonging, becoming a part of nature and feeling empowered to be stewards of Orange County’s natural and cultural resources.
Participants will explore Peters Canyon Regional Park, complete activities and take the OC Parks Jr. Ranger Oath to earn a unique Jr. Ranger badge.
This program will begin at the parking lot near the flagpole.
This program is designed for ages 7 to 12, but all are welcome.
Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the program. Sunscreen, sturdy footwear and water are recommended.
The program is free and parking in the lot is $3 per vehicle. Inclement weather will cancel the program.
The clocks spring forward early March 9, marking the beginning of daylight saving time and OC Parks’ spring-summer operating schedule. Most regional parks close at 9 p.m. for the spring and summer. Wilderness parks close at sunset year-round.
Spring-summer hours for the following regional parks are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.:
Carbon Canyon Regional Park
Clark Regional Park
Craig Regional Park
Irvine Regional Park (opens at 6 a.m.)
Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Mason Regional Park
Mile Square Regional Park
Tri-City Regional Park
Yorba Regional Park
Wilderness parks and the following regional parks open at 7 a.m. and close at sunset year-round:
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
Caspers Wilderness Park
Laguna Coast Wilderness Park (parking lots open at 8 a.m.)
O’Neill Regional Park
Peters Canyon Regional Park
Riley Wilderness Park
Santiago Oaks Regional Park
Talbert Regional Park
Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve
Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
Wieder Regional Park
Irvine Lake will continue to operate Friday-Sunday 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hours for OC Parks’ beaches vary but are generally between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Salt Creek Beach opens at 5 a.m. and closes at midnight.
OC Parks facilities will remain on these operating hours until daylight saving time ends November 2, 2025.
Irvine Regional Park is expecting an increase in visitation throughout March and April, especially on weekends. The park entrance may be impacted and the park could close to vehicle traffic if parking reaches capacity.
Overflow parking will be available at Santiago Canyon College, 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, CA on the following dates:
Sunday, March 23 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, April 5 and Sunday, April 6 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, April 12 and Sunday, April 13 (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.)
Saturday, April 19 (7 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Sunday, April 20 (7 a.m. to 8 p.m.)
Santiago Canyon College is approximately a half-mile walk to the park. Overnight parking is not permitted.
Parking is $10 per vehicle each weekend and $15 per vehicle on Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20.*
Special events permits and shelter reservations will not be issued during this time.
Please note: OC Parks annual passes are not valid for parking at Santiago Canyon College.
(Huntington Beach, Calif.) – First District Supervisor Janet Nguyen of the Orange County Board of Supervisors along with OC Parks staff officially opened the newly installed, ADA accessible playground at Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park in Huntington Beach on Feb. 12.
“We are thrilled to offer this revitalized playground to our community,” said Orange County Supervisor Janet Nguyen. “Our investment in this accessible play area ensures children of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to play together in a dynamic, barrier-free environment.”
The new playground features new surfacing and two separate play areas, one intended for ages 2 to 5 and one for ages 5 to 12. Notable upgrades include smooth, wide pathways for wheelchair access, sensory play panels with tactile, auditory and visual stimulation and a “Rock with Me" glider, with six seats for riders and room for a person with a mobility device to fit comfortably inside.
Due to its innovative design, the playground has been recognized as a model project of excellence and designated as a National Demonstration Site by PlayCore, a playground equipment manufacturer dedicated to building healthy communities through play, recreation and outdoor spaces.
Visitors can enjoy and use the playground daily from 7 a.m. to sunset at Harriett M. Wieder Regional Park located at 19251 Seapoint Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92648.
(Santa Ana, Calif.) – Discover the work of local artists inspired by life in Southern California at Omnivision: Art Across Boundaries art exhibit, now on display at the Old Orange County Courthouse in Santa Ana (211 W. Santa Ana Blvd.).
The collection, made up of more than 180 original paintings from over 60 local artists, features art pieces depicting diverse sceneries of nature, cityscapes, florals and more. The exhibit is hosted by OC Parks, in partnership with Southern California Plein Air Painters Association (SOCALPAPA), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the tradition of plein air painting. The collection will include plein air pieces and original artwork of all sizes and mediums. In addition, the exhibit will feature art pieces from local students from the Orange County School of Arts. Artwork in the gallery is available for purchase, with sales going directly to the artists.
“Orange County is home to so many talented individuals,” said Vicente Sarmiento, Orange County Board of Supervisors. “It is wonderful to have a place in the heart of the County, at the historic Old Orange County Courthouse, to display the work of local artists where others can be inspired and introduced to a new art medium.”
Plein air, the French term for “open air,” is the practice of painting outside which provides artists a dynamic artistic experience to capture the spirit and essence of subjects while being outdoors. In addition to focusing on plein-air painting, SOCALPAPA's objectives include bringing artists together, promoting arts education and supporting local conservation efforts that protect our natural landscape.
Members’ paintings are also on display year-round in the Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center located at OC Parks’ Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve. The artwork in the center often illustrates parks, wilderness areas and coastal spaces, similarly to what is showcased in the Omnivision: Art Across Boundaries exhibit.
Admission to Omnivision: Art Across Boundaries exhibit is free and open to view at the Old Orange County Courthouse gallery Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through March 13. Metered parking is available at the on-site lot and surrounding street parking. Additional parking is available at lot P8 (301 W. 5th Street). Parking fees apply.
OC Parks OC Parks manages nearly 60,000 acres of parks, historical and coastal facilities and open space for the County of Orange as part of OC Community Resources. http://www.ocparks.com
OC Public Works will perform ADA improvements at Carbon Canyon Regional Park in Brea.
WHAT:
Temporary walkway and path closures details:
Work will begin on the existing walkway along the pull-in parking spaces along E. Santa Fe Rd. at the northerly portion of the park.
Work will include removal of the existing walkway and retrofitting with ADA compliant walkway and ramps, and the installation of three energy dissipater outlets to provide drainage.
Walkway to remain closed for the duration of the project. Access to paths may be limited based on proximity.
Signage and caution tape will be placed around the work areas.
WHEN:
Anticipated Construction Duration: December 16 - January 29, 2025
Working Days/Hours: Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The construction schedule is tentative and subject to change due to weather and other factors.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Sr. Construction Inspector Raymond Sanchez (657) 641-5040
Sup. Construction Inspector Rudy Alfaro (714) 448-0804
