626 Night Market (Costa Mesa)
Usually spring and summer weekends. Next dates not announced (last held May 2026)
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa · Presale about $6, kids 3 and under free; parking $12
Original Lobster Festival
Live Maine lobster flown in and steamed on site, plus lobster rolls, carnival rides and music; buy feasts online ahead to be sure of one.
| When | Next dates not announced yet |
|---|---|
| Usually | September |
| Last held | Sep 11–13, 2026 |
| Hours | Fri 5–10 pm, Sat noon–10 pm, Sun noon–8 pm (2026) |
| Where | Fountain Valley Sports Park 16400 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 |
| Admission | $5 Friday, $15–18 Sat/Sun, 12 and under free; lobster feast about $40 extra |
| Official site | enjoyorangecounty.com |
Source: Enjoy Orange County: Original Lobster Festival, Sept 11–13, 2026 · Cozymeal: food festivals in Los Angeles. Checked Nov 9, 2026. Dates and prices change, so confirm on the official site before you go. Something wrong? Tell us.
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