Here's what's going on in Orange County in October.
Alan Jackson will perform his iconic country hits at Honda Center on Oct. 1 PHOTO: BY DAVID MCCLISTER
Guests can sample food and drinks from favorite Orange County restaurants at the Oct. 1 Pacific Wine & Food Classic PHOTO: COURTESY OF PACIFIC WINE & FOOD CLASSIC
OCMA CEO and Director Heidi Zuckerman with OCMA trustee and South Coast Plaza partner Anton Segerstrom at last year’s OCMA Art Sense Gala. PHOTO: BY RYAN MILLER/CAPTURE IMAGING
10/1
Alan Jackson’s Last Call: One More For the Road Tour
After a seven-year touring hiatus, Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Alan Jackson hits the road to perform his iconic hits, like “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” and “Chattahoochee.” A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to the CMT Research Foundation devoted to treating the Charcot-Marie-Tooth neurological disease Jackson himself is battling. 7PM, Honda Center, Anaheim, hondacenter.com
10/1
Childhelp’s Fall Gala: The Love Boat
Join the Orange County Chapter of Childhelp for a nautical-themed evening inspired by the beloved TV series The Love Boat to support its mission of ending child abuse. In addition to an exciting live auction and casino, the chapter will present actor and comedian John O’Hurley with the Benevolent Heart Award for his long-standing commitment to the organization. 6PM, Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach, childhelp.org
10/1
OCMA Opening Gala
Celebrate the opening of OCMA’s stunning new home on the campus of Segerstrom Center for the Arts at this elegant affair with a utopian black tie-suggested dress code. The gala will honor acclaimed artist Sanford Biggers for creating a breathtaking sculpture that sits in front of the museum, and kicks off a week of events leading up to OCMA’s public opening. 5PM, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, ocma.art
10/1
Pacific Wine & Food Classic
Sample exquisite eats and beverages at this celebration of Orange County’s culinary scene. The gourmet food festival highlights over 30 of the most talented chefs and finest restaurants in the area, including classic tastes from Five Crowns and gardenfresh fare from Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens. This year’s event also boasts a new Taco Garden and offers a selection of premium cocktails. 1PM, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, pacificwineandfood.com
Anthony and Jennifer Trimino PHOTO: BY TOM BAKER PHOTOGRAPHY
10/1
Samara Joy
Following an incredible performance at the Newport Jazz Festival this summer, the jazz vocalist belts out smooth tunes from her new album, Linger Awhile, during two shows on the Orange County stop of her national tour. Samueli Theater at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
10/2-23
Nina Simone: Four Women
Featuring the iconic music of singer and activist Nina Simone, this groundbreaking play brings her song “Four Women” to life in the context of the tragic 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in 1963. The amazing performance raises discussion about civil rights, discrimination and stereotypes. South Coast Repertory, Costa Mesa, scr.org
Lindsay and Anthony Geisler, at the Night of Miracles Gala, happening Oct. 8 PHOTO: BY TONY LATT IMORE PHOTOGRAPHY
10/6
Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice
Grab a ticket to watch the classic love story between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy unfold in this energetic rendition of Jane Austen’s wittiest and most well-known novel, set in 19th century England. 8PM, Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
10/8
Bill Engvall: Here’s Your Sign– It’s Finally Time Farewell Tour
Take in an evening of comedy as the hilarious Bill Engvall, star of The Bill Engvall Show and Last Man Standing, performs two shows of his sarcastic stand-up routine during his final tour. Irvine Barclay Theatre, thebarclay.org
10/8
Night of Miracles Gala
Dance the night away at Miracles for Kids’ charitable masquerade ball. Enjoy live entertainment, bid on exclusive items during the auction, and enter the opportunity drawing to support critically ill children and their families. 5:30PM, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, miraclesforkids.org
See jazz vocalist Samara Joy sing tunes from her new album, Linger Awhile, at Segerstrom Center for the Arts Oct. 1. PHOTO: COURTESY OF SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS
10/8
Tilly’s Life Center’s 8th Annual I Am Giving Gala
Transport yourself to Nashville with live country music, a culinary experience, and a selection of smooth whiskey, wine and spirits for Tilly’s Life Center’s annual fundraising gala. All proceeds help the organization fulfill its mission of equipping teens with the skills to overcome adversity. 5PM, Giracci Vineyards, Silverado, tillyslifecenter.org
The Harvesters Fashion Show & Luncheon features luxe looks from South Coast Plaza. PHOTO: BY JOHN ECKMIER
10/11
Harvesters 30th Anniversary Fashion Show & Luncheon
Sip Champagne at a reception hosted by Baccarat, savor a delicious lunch and watch a magnificent runway show presented by South Coast Plaza to ring in the womenled Harvesters’ 30th year of fighting food insecurity in Orange County. 10AM, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
The Alzheimer’s Orange County annual benefit will take place at Balboa Bay Resort on Oct. 15 PHOTO: COURTESY OF ALZHEIMER’S ORANGE COUNTY
10/13-16
Pickleball for the Cure National Tournament
Get active while joining the fight against breast cancer by competing in Susan G. Komen’s first-ever pickleball tournament. All skill levels are welcome, and fundraising efforts benefit the foundation’s commitment to cancer research. The Tennis and Pickleball Club at Newport Beach, pickleballforthecure.donordrive.com
Join the fight against breast cancer by competing in Susan G. Komen’s pickleball tournament Oct. 13 to 16. PHOTO: COURTESY OF SUSAN G. KOMEN
10/13-20
Newport Beach Film Festival
Spend a week choosing from over 100 independent and international movies and attending exclusive parties to celebrate the entertainment industry’s newest work. The annual Newport Beach Film Festival works with over 60 culinary partners to provide film buffs with a tasty dining experience to accompany the exciting premieres. Newport Beach, newportbeachfilmfest.com
10/15
Alzheimer’s Orange County Annual Benefit
In honor of 40 years of providing services and resources to nearly 84,000 Orange County residents suffering from Alzheimer’s, the Night at the USO gala will celebrate the organization’s dedication to assisting those affected by the disease and fund critically needed programs. 6PM, Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach, alzocgala.org
10/15
Duruflé + Hagen
Treat yourself to a cultural evening featuring renowned composer Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem, Op. 9 and Jocelyn Hagen’s The Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci. The latter is accompanied by an original film highlighting images drawn from and inspired by da Vinci. 8PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Art, Costa Mesa, pacificchorale.org
10/15
Judy Whitmore and Billy Grubman Sing The Great American Songbook
Join the beloved brother-sister duo for an unforgettable night of American big-band classics as they perform hits by Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, Henry Mancini and Cole Porter. 8PM, Samueli Theater at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
10/15
Keys to Success Celebration: Coast to Coast
Enjoy a cocktail hour, a program with live entertainment and an after-party with dancing in support of Project Access, which operates family and senior resource centers in affordable housing communities. 6:30PM, The Waterfront Beach Resort, Huntington Beach, project-access.org
10/16
Outlaw Music Festival
Join Willie Nelson and family, Jamestown Revival, The Avett Brothers, Larkin Poe and Particle Kid for the ultimate music tour. 4PM, FivePoint Amphitheatre, Irvine, blackbirdpresents.com
10/20-22
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto
Enjoy an incredible night of music featuring Gabriela Ortiz’s “Luz Eólica” from Altar del Viento, Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 and Brahms’ Symphony No. 4. 8PM, Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, pacificsymphony.org
10/22
Orange County Heart & Stroke Ball
Celebrate and support the American Heart Association with an enchanting evening of silent and live auctions, dinner and dancing to JT & Friends Band, the renowned 50-piece orchestra. 5PM, Paséa Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach, heart.org
10/23
Making Strides of Orange County
Support the American Cancer Society and its mission to end breast cancer one step at a time. It’s more than a walk, it’s a movement! 8AM, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, cancer.org
10/28
The Who Hits Back!
Don’t miss the iconic rock ’n’ roll band at this anticipated event, which brings singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist-songwriter Pete Townshend back to the U.S. years aft er their popular Moving On! tour. 7:30PM, Honda Center, Anaheim, hondacenter.com
A bottle of As One Cru from the Napa in Newport Wine Auction benefiting Duchenne muscular dystrophy PHOTO COURTESY OF: CHRIS MANN
10/29
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in Concert
Enjoy two magical performances of this enchanting concert, which presents the first movie of the popular series as a live orchestra performs John Williams’ score. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, pacificsymphony.org
10/29
Napa in Newport Wine Auction
Enjoy an elegant evening of incredible auction lots, a grand tasting of Napa Valley’s top wines, a dinner with curated wine pairings from a celebrity chef and more! Proceeds support nonprofit CureDuchenne’s mission to cure Duchenne muscular dystrophy. 6PM, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach, Dana Point, thenapawineseries.com/napa-in-newport
PHOTO COURTESY OF: CUREDUCHENNE
10/20-22
CHRIS MANN
Back by popular demand, the award-winning singer, songwriter, actor and The Voice star, known recently for his viral music parody videos, returns for three entertaining vocal performances. 7:30PM, Samueli Theater at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa, scfta.org
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