Weekend guide · October 23–25, 2026
Things to Do in Orange County This Weekend: October 23–25, 2026
Music, comedy, family shows, and a racing sneak peek fill Orange County’s weekend with a little something for every pace and taste.
By Weekend Owl · Published October 22, 2026
Friday is the most event-packed this weekend, with a mix of high-energy music and comedy, plus a motorsports preview in Long Beach. You can start your Friday afternoon at the Formula Drift Sneak Peek, then catch Ismo’s comedy set or head to Garden Amphitheatre for a hip-hop night with Ho99o9. Saturday centers on family-friendly outings like Dog Man The Musical and Be Like Blippi, along with a tribute concert from the Long Beach Symphony POPS. Whether you’re into fast cars, children’s theater, or late-night dance music, there’s plenty to choose from.
ho99o9, N8 NoFace, slay squad
If you’re in the mood for a high-energy hip-hop show, Ho99o9, N8 NoFace, and Slay Squad hit the stage on Friday at 6:00 PM at Garden Amphitheatre, 12762 Main Street, Garden Grove. This is a good pick for fans of intense live music and those who want to kick the weekend off with something loud and memorable. Tickets start from $33.97.
Eli & Fur
Eli & Fur bring a dance/electronic set to Time Nightclub in Costa Mesa on Friday at 10:00 PM. If you’re looking for a late night out with friends and want to hear some electronic beats, this is a solid pick. Presented by Insomniac, tickets start from $19.95. For late shows, consider arranging a safe ride home if you plan to stay out past midnight.
Ismo
Ismo performs stand-up comedy at Brea Improv on Friday at 7:30 PM. If you want a night of laughs in a classic comedy club setting, this show fits the bill. It’s a good option for date night or a relaxed evening with friends. Tickets start from $31.14.
Screw The Rules Comedy Show
The Screw The Rules Comedy Show is on Saturday at 7:00 PM at The Stand Up Comedy Club, 9831 Belmont St., Bellflower. Hosted by Melanie Comarcho, this evening of stand-up is a good fit for comedy fans looking for something different from the usual club lineup. Tickets start from $25.47.
Long Beach Symphony POPS: The Ultimate Eagles Experience
On Saturday at 7:30 PM, the Long Beach Symphony POPS presents The Ultimate Eagles Experience at Long Beach Arena. This concert blends classic rock and orchestral arrangements, making it a nice outing for music fans who enjoy big live shows and familiar hits. The price is not listed.
Formula Drift Friday ONLY Sneak Peek
Formula Drift Friday ONLY Sneak Peek lets motorsports fans get an early look at the action on Friday at 1:00 PM at Long Beach Arena. If you like racing or want to see cars up close before the main event, this is worth stopping by. The price is not listed.
Be Like Blippi
Be Like Blippi is a live children’s theater show on Saturday at 2:00 PM at Terrace Theater in Long Beach. It’s geared toward younger kids and families looking for an interactive and energetic outing. The price is not listed. For weekend family events, parking can fill up quickly near the venue, so consider arriving a bit early.
Dog Man The Musical
Dog Man The Musical brings the popular children’s story to the stage on Saturday at 11:00 AM at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. This is a great pick for families with young children who love the books and want a fun, theatrical morning. The price is not listed.
A plan for the weekend
If you want to experience the most, Friday is your best bet: start with the Formula Drift Sneak Peek at 1:00 PM, then catch Ismo’s comedy at 7:30 PM or the Ho99o9 hip-hop show at 6:00 PM. For night owls, Eli & Fur starts at 10:00 PM. Saturday is family-friendly: take the kids to Dog Man The Musical at 11:00 AM or Be Like Blippi at 2:00 PM, and wrap up the evening with The Ultimate Eagles Experience at 7:30 PM or the Screw The Rules Comedy Show at 7:00 PM. Sunday is wide open for rest or catching up.
How this guide is made: each week we pick one event from each kind of event listed in Orange County (music, comedy and theatre, the arts, sports, food and drink, family, community, wellness), favouring named acts and the bigger nights. The write-up is drafted with AI from those listings and nothing else. Times and prices come from the ticket sellers, and plans change, so confirm with the organizer before you go.
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