Schedule for 2026

A new initiative of the Arts & Culture Master Plan, the City hosts Free Park Performances; small, free pop-up performances at various Costa Mesa parks, locations and events, occurring throughout the year.

Costa Mesa Independence Day Community Celebration

Voices in Unity: America 250 Choir

July 3, 2026

Time: TBD

Location: OC Fair & Event Center (88 Fair Dr. Parking Lot A)

Check back in late summer for more details.

Symphony on the Go!

August 11, 2026

Time: 6:30pm to 7:20pm

Location: Heller Park (257 E. 16th St.)

August 19, 2026

Time: 6:30pm to 7:20pm

Location: Vista Park (1200 Victoria St.)

August 29, 2026

Time: 6:30pm to 7:20pm

Location: Shiffer Park (3143 Bear St.)

Programs TBD- Check back closer to the dates.

ARTventure Performances

September 12, 2026

Artist Opening Reception: 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Awards Ceremony: 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Location: Norma Hertzog Community Center and Lions Park Event Lawn

(1845 Park Ave.)

Check back in late summer for more details.

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

September 19, 2026

Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm

Location: Lions Park Event Lawn and Stage (1845 Park Ave.)

Check back in late summer for more details.

Scarecrow Festival

October 10, 2026

Time: 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Location: Lions Park Event Lawn (1845 Park Ave.)

Check back in late summer for more details.