This was the first time at the PAC. 9/27/2025 It may be the last. The theater is nice but the…read moreband was so bad. The music was OK, but the singing was the worst. We stayed about 20 minutes after the band started. A waste of $20.00 each.

Go see the show on July 29. Won't be sorry. Grady Harrell and friends will put on a show you will…read morebe glad you didn't miss. Very talented performers.

Had a superb time attending this event. This mixology event was a fundraiser for Barks of Love…read moreAnimal Rescue. It is all about bringing love and comfort to abandoned and abused dogs in IE and OC area. There was two puppies that were in attendance and they were both very well behaved. It's always good to see an event for a good cause. As for the event there were a lot of mixology masters showing off their unique cocktails and beers. Very interesting and delicious cocktails and there was even one with magic involved! There also yummy food bites to accompany these various alcohol options. Also live DJ on site for some light dancing. I'm glad this was for a good cause and I would go again next year to support such a good cause.

Great event! The…read morevenue was stellar and they had an open garage where you could see a bunch of 992's and GT3 RS in work. About 15 total Mixologist stands and maybe 8 food stands. I liked the Peroni beer stand that was inside an office along with lamb ragu+polenta and shrimp orzo. Those were stellar dishes. Notable cocktails were the Recuerdos and Apple Cider from Westwood Kitchen. Overall the event was really well put together and classy.

He got us VIP tickets to see Ryan Hamilton. Our seats were right in front where the stage was. I…read moreliterally could have reached out and touched Ryan Hamilton. The service there was top-notch. He asked if we could sit side by side instead of across from each other. They accommodated this even though it's not the norm. They checked on us constantly and our food and drinks came out fast! We ordered margaritas and cosmos. He liked his drink. Mine tasted watered down. We also ordered the egg rolls and shrimp tempura for appetizers. Both were just okay. I feel like they need more options for appetizers. I really like this location so will definitely come back for more shows.

I would give this place 4 stars…read more There was no line when we got to the door. They checked our IDs quickly and gave us our wristbands since we had VIP seating, which made getting in super easy. I probably wouldn't recommend VIP seating if you're coming specifically to watch a comedy show. The way the tables are laid out, you can end up with a seat where you're constantly twisting your neck to see the stage, and after a while your neck and back can definitely start hurting. I actually think sitting a little farther back would be a better experience (and it's usually cheaper too). Unless you're hoping to be part of the crowd work, you really don't need to be right up front to enjoy the comedians. The food had a great variety, but the drink menu completely blew me away. I've honestly never seen a drink menu that impressive before. It was rows and rows of drinks I didn't even know existed. I kept joking, "I bet they have this," and every single time they actually did! They even had things like a Scooby Snack drink and Green Tea shots. Even though you order through a QR code, you can search for just about any drink you can think of, which I thought was really cool. I ordered the Strawberry Piña Colada mocktail, and it was absolutely delicious. It was a little sweet at first, but honestly, as the ice melted and it watered down throughout the show, it tasted even better. The only thing that took me out of the experience a little was the table service during the show. The servers come by to take orders and deliver drinks while the comedians are performing, so it can interrupt your focus for a moment and make you lose track of what the comedian was saying. I can't really blame the staff since they're just doing their jobs, but it is something to keep in mind if you're easily distracted. For anyone wondering about the air conditioning, I went in August 2026 when it was over 100 degrees outside. The front area before you walk into the showroom doesn't really have air conditioning since the doors are open, so it feels pretty warm. Once you're inside the showroom, the air conditioning is very cold. I was really glad I brought a jacket because it got chilly during the show. Overall, it was a really fun experience with great drinks, good food, and an easy check-in process. I'd definitely come back, but next time I'd skip the VIP seating and choose a seat farther back for a more comfortable view.

So much fun. Great costumes, great music and smiles on everyone's faces. Parking is easy and…read morethere's food vendors as well.

I recently had the pleasure of attending the 2nd annual OC Brew Haha Sabroso Craft Beer & Taco…read moreFestival at Irvine Lake. The OC Brew Haha festivals are the ones I look forward too every year. They really are the best ones to go too. This festival was put together and spaced perfectly. The beer tents and taco vendors were all around the outside area forming a circle and the luchador wrestling ring was in the middle area near the mini golf and giant jenga. The stage with the band was towards the back area. The brewery list is always outstanding and they list which breweries are attending well in advance. This year there were a lot more tacos to choose from. The taco competition was fierce. Iron Press brought their delicious waffle tacos again. All tacos are $3 each. I buy the early bird tickets for $43 when they go on sale so the price is well worth it. This is an unlimited pour festival which lasts 4 hours. The beer pours are in a nice commorative glass so you get about 2-3 ounce pours. There are so many breweries there that I never have a chance to try them all. They provide free water and have discounted tickets for designated drivers. I usually just Uber there and back. The setting is very scenic and park like with beautiful views of Irvine Lake. There are outhouses and bathroom buildings as well. This festival and the one they throw in December are my two favorite festivals each year.

This was our first time at Musink. We decided to go, as a couple years back our beloved festival…read moreInk and Iron bit the dust. This, also a festival of music, classic cars, and tattoos seemed to be right up our alley. Though there were a lot of positive parts to this festival, it was nothing like our old favorite. On the positive side, there are three large tattoo halls. It was cool to see lots of different tattoo artists with different styles. I wish there had been more new school styles, but that is just my own taste. I also liked the VIP deal. Drinks were not great, but they were free with VIP. So we drank Bulleit and different Rockstar (the sponsor) all day. I also liked how the place wasn't too crowed. The restroom line and food/ drink lines were never long. On the flip side, the car show was really small. There was really only one area with cars, and I'd say there were only about 12 or so. Also, the music lineup wasn't great, but we knew what we were getting into, as we had read about the lineup ahead of time. I was bummed that doors opened at noon and we arrived around 3, but music didn't start until 6:30. I'm a huge music fan and wish they had small local bands or DJs playing during the day, but there was nothing. Also, the VIP area (possibly all areas) stopped serving drinks at 7:30, well before the headliner started. Finally, I love tattoo shows because there are usually a lot of cool vendors selling art, jewelry and clothing. There were some here, but I wish there had been more. All in all, it was an OK festival. I would go back, but only if favorite bands were playing.

I loved Musink this year! I specifically went to see Blink 182 and The Art of Sketch but I loved…read morewalking up and down the aisles of the convention watching the tattoo artists at work. It was so awesome to hear the buzzing of the tattoo guns going nonstop. Loved the festival and I can't wait to go next year!

Went to the OC Fair to watch a concert at the Hangar. The Bee Gee cover band was playing. Great…read moreshow! The Hangar acoustics was good. I can hear the concert wherever I am stationed. They also televise the concert on two big screens. One inside and one outside. Pretty much it is a free concert for people to enjoy. Hangar usually has great cover band lineup. You cannot go wrong with this place. If you purchase a concert ticket, admission to the fair is free. That is a deal you cannot beat. Inside seating and outdoor standing is available. If it wasn't for the Hangar, the OC fair would be very boring. Aside from the Pacific Amphitheater. I come back every year. Sales of adult beverages is surrounding this place.

Wow, what an honor for me to be the 2nd person to write a review on this indoor venue…read more After 16 years of being in the spotlight, I am so surprised that first off, The Hangar has a Yelp page, and even more surprised that no one has done a review on this simple, practical, lovely venue for concerts. While we were at the OC Fair, my son purchased a single ticket just for me to go and see Breakdown, the Tom Petty tribute band. It was purchased a week before the show. They were doing a special tribute for all of his greatest songs/hits that he had throughout the years. My ticket was $30. Show started exactly at 8:15pm. I had a great seat. Section 102, Row M, Seat 17. When I got there, I couldn't find my seat. Asked one of the ushers over there to show me my seat and he had a better suggestion by telling me to sit more closer to the stage. Smart usher, so I took up on his offer. They had one of those metal folding chairs. Place was super crowded, but in a very good way. No one was in your face and the venue had almost 700 people, if not more. The energy in the venue was electrifying, magical and magnetic. I have been a fan of Tom Petty for the past 25 years when one of my neighbors would blast his music everyday on repeat.. They allow you to bring in alcohol, (beer & wine), and snacks. The sound system of the venue was spectacular, it was just perfect! Not too loud. And had 2 large TVs by the sides of the stage. Place was very clean, so were both restrooms, and the show lasted for almost 2 hours. People were even dancing by the stage. 4 security guards were close to the stage so they can protect everyone. Especially the crazy fans. May Tom Petty (RIP) and all we have now is his photos, memorabilia, CDs DVDs, and memories.. What a legend he was... Thank you all very much for this beautiful, memorable evening that was on July 29the of this year!! You can park at the OC Fair.

Came to Ivan's House for a friend's birthday celebration after dinner, and what a fun night! There…read morewere 14 of us, and the live band absolutely stole the show. They were fantastic, playing hit after hit, and it seemed like everyone in the venue made their way to the dance floor at some point. The energy was contagious, and the crowd was clearly having a great time. I'll admit, our large group definitely helped fill the place, but for a live music venue in Laguna Beach, it's absolutely worth checking out at least once. The funniest part was that as soon as I walked in, I had the strongest feeling I'd been there before. Then I saw the birds downstairs, and it instantly clicked which was the memorable detail that brought it all back! We were able to grab a table, sip on a few glasses of wine, and enjoy the music all evening. It was the perfect setting for a night of live entertainment, dancing, and good company. I'm not sure what the cover charge is since my friend generously took care of it for our group, but the experience was well worth it. I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the Laguna Beach area. As for parking, we were able to find street parking without too much trouble. I also believe they offer validated parking, which is a nice option if street parking is full.

Went to see Elena Gilliam sing there for a friend's birthday and it was a great celebration! The…read morecalamari was delicious. The drinks were good too.

If you feel like spending a Saturday afternoon browsing through all kinds of decorations, clothes,…read moregadgets and everything in between at a relaxing pace, while eating some great food in a serene environment - then you're in luck! At least one day a year you are - the SOKA Festival happens on the first Saturday of May and it's a great chance to sit by the Peace Lake and enjoy some great hand-made Momos or some other great food you prefer, and it's for a good cause, they are offered for a non-profit donation. A lot of free stuff, raffles and prizes and it's great for kids also, they have a large play area with attractions for them. There is a main stage where different performances happen, from dances and kids singing to Michael Jackson impersonators (which brings everyone closer to see if they will do the lean on Smooth Criminal, I'm not going to spoil it for you). And there are 2 other stages with different performances that you can just stroll by or grab a seat and enjoy some boba milk tea from the vendor next door. Be patient while parking, it takes a while, they charge $10/car cash (so try to carpool) but the entrance to the Festival is free.

My first time at Soka University's International Festival was cool. The parking fee is $10 on the…read morecampus but if you park on the street, where it is allowed, it is free. The event is free but be prepared to pay cash for the food and handmade items. There are demonstrations like cultural dancing on stage with some audience participation. If you get here towards the end, then the food might be out or heavily discounted. I heard from a friend that there weren't as many food booths this year as in the past. The campus is gorgeous. Take a walk around to find lily pad ponds, an art gallery, and an orange tree garden surrounding a very impressive statue of Gandhi.