Save the date for these October 2023 events happening throughout Orange County.
See Traci Elaine Lee, Deri’Andra Tucker and Shayla Brielle G as The Supremes in Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations Oct. 17 to 29 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts PHOTO: BY EMILIO MADRID
10/6: CHOC Let’s Talk: Mental Health Luncheon
Led by featured speaker Brooke Shields, this inaugural signature event will unite the community and aim to destigmatize mental health. 11AM, Marriott Irvine Spectrum, foundation.choc.org
10/7: Voices of Light
Silent masterpiece film The Passion of Joan of Arc will be brought to life by Pacific Chorale and Pacific Symphony during this moving live performance. 7:30PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
10/7: ArtSense 2023
Join co-chairs Alexandra Airth and Reesa Emadi for Orange County Museum of Art’s annual fall gala, where artist Jennifer Guidi will be honored. 6PM, Orange County Museum of Art, Costa Mesa, ocma.art
10/7: Tilly’s Life Center’s I Am Giving Gala
Black tie-optional attire is receiving a floral makeover at this year’s I Am Giving Gala. Support Tilly’s Life Center during its Enchanted Garden Ball, where your ticket includes upscale cuisine and entertainment—all to support teens in need. 5PM, A/V Irvine, tillyslifecenter.org
10/10: 31st Annual Harvesters Fashion Show & Luncheon
Support Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County and its mission to provide food and nutritional security for all. Enjoy a Mikimoto-sponsored Champagne reception, a sit-down luncheon and a luxury fashion show presented by South Coast Plaza. 10AM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Costa Mesa, feedoc.org/harvesters
10/12-19: Newport Beach Film Festival
The stars will descend upon Newport Beach for this annual showcase featuring exclusive events and nearly 100 films. Multiple locations, Newport Beach, newportbeachfilmfest.com
10/14: Night of Miracles Gala
Enjoy an evening of philanthropy and fun at this black tie-optional soiree that supports critically ill children and their families. 5:30PM, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club, Dana Point, miraclesforkids.org/events
10/17-29: Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations
Catch this smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Segerstrom Hall, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
10/20-21: Zac Brown Band
Sing along with three-time Grammy Award winners Zac Brown Band as they bring their country-cool sounds to Irvine during this two-night stop on their From the Fire Tour. 6:30PM, FivePoint Amphitheatre, Irvine, concerts.livenation.com
10/21: Childhelp’s 10th Annual Fall Gala
Get ready for a Palm Springs-inspired evening, where longtime advocate Kristen James will be honored and funds will support the prevention and treatment of abused children. 6PM, Newport Beach Country Club, childhelp.org
10/21-1/7: Beyond The Great Wave: Works by Hokusai from The British Museum
Discover the works of artist Katsushika Hokusai during this career-spanning exhibit that explores immortality, nature, the supernatural and his rise to fame. Bowers Museum, Santa Ana, bowers.org
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