June 3, 2026

Each week, Arts Orange County and Culture OC deliver you this look at the stories and events happening in our arts and cultural community.

Bye Bye Birdie

Phantom Projects Theatre brings the classic musical about a 1950's teen heartthrob drafted into the Army to the La Habra Depot Theatre MORE

Run by Three Generations, Zov’s Is All About Family

Right before sunset, golden light bathes the patio at Zov’s newest location in San Clemente, complementing the warmth of hospitality within this beloved Orange County restaurant that’s run by three generations of the Karamardian family.



Set to celebrate its 40th anniversary next year, Zov’s has become an institution in Orange County, with loyal diners who return time and again for the Mediterranean dishes with a coastal California influence. Many of the recipes were passed down through the family of acclaimed chef and co-founder Zov Karamardian. Memories fill each of her mother’s dishes that she shares at the restaurant.


“Cooking is how I express warmth and care. When you put a family recipe on the table, you’re not just serving food, you’re sharing a piece of your history, your culture,” said Zov.

Newport Beach TV Fest Returns With a Star-Powered Lineup

Returning for its second year, the Newport Beach TV Fest spotlights hit shows, new and acclaimed talent and artistic voices from the community to the creators.

Chewie Garcia Isn’t Just Running a Haunted House, He’s Building a Community

The Santa Ana native’s year-round attraction, Eulogy Collective, is becoming a GardenWalk fixture and a creative home for local teens.

OC Pride Events 2026: Your Guide to Festivals, Parades and Nightlife All Month Long

From Disneyland After Dark to the OC Pride Festival in Santa Ana, here's your guide to LGBTQ+ celebrations across Orange County this June.

Each week, we recommend a variety of events and experiences from the listings at SparkOC.com, our free website for Orange County's arts and cultural community.

Gimme Gimme Disco

Santa Ana's Constellation Room transforms into a glittering DJ-led dance party with the sounds of the Bee Gees, Cher, ABBA, and more MORE

32nd Annual Studio Arts Festival

Over 100 artists will be selling their original creations at Heritage Community Park, along with live music and food vendors, in this free outdoor festival presented by Arts in Irvine and Irvine Fine Arts Center MORE

Museum of Make Believe

This unique, immersive art exhibit in Laguna Beach is for people of all ages who enjoy fairy tales, treasure hunts, and other fantastical stories MORE

North Orange County Boardgamers Game Day

Gamers of all experience levels are welcome at Fullerton's Main Branch Library for a free day of play hosted by So Cal Game Connection; with walk-ins welcome and a board game raffle MORE

 

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Arts Orange County builds appreciation of, participation in and support for the arts and arts education throughout Orange County. Event information provided by SparkOC, an ArtsOC program. 

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