Huntington Beach, California
APRIL2013 EVENTS HUNTINGTON BEACH
April 6, 2013 Bolsa Chica Wetlands Tour - Free First Saturday Tour of Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. Tours begin every 15 minutes and five areas of interest are included in the presentation: history, birds, endangered species, ecology and restoration. Docents stationed on or near the footbridge, a truly magnificent entrance to the restored Bolsa Chica wetlands, offer exceptional on-site presentations on the first Saturday of each month. Time: 9-10:30 a.m. Location: Pacific Coast Highway between Seapoint and Warner Streets across the street from the main entrance to Bolsa Chica State Beach. Cost: This free tour is on a first come, first served basis. amigosdebolsachica.org
April 6, 2013 Huntington Beach Triathlon. Location: PCH and Magnolia St. Huntington Beach, California, trithebeach.com
April 6, 2013 Rum Soaked Raisin, band - at Luggatti's Italian Grill, 210 5th St. Huntington Beach, Ca. Time: 8:30 p.m. (714) 536-3773, luggattis.com
April 6, 2013 International Tiki Marketplace. $10 cover - good for food & beverage used as voucher. Band, vendors, tons of tiki stuff. Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: 16278 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA, Phone (562) 592-1321
April 6, 2013 Treasures by the Sea, annual fundraiser luncheon. Assistance League event includes silent and live auctions. Ticket: $95. Location: Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, 21500 Pacific Coast Highway, HB, CA. huntingtonbeach.assistanceleague.org
April 6-7, 2013 Cinderella, ballet. Presented by the Ballet Repertory Theatre Anthony Sellars, Artistic Director Times: Saturday, April 6 at 7 p.m. Sunday, April 7 at 2 p.m. Where: Mainstage Theater Prices: $18 General Admission, Seniors, & Children under 12–$14 Information: Rediscover the magic, beauty, and romance of the classic fairy tale set to Sergei Prokofiev’s distinctive musical score. With its delightful sets, costumes, and props, this rendition blends humor with skill and fantasy with elegance. Offered in its full-length version, the enchanting storybook favorite is sure to entertain all audiences. Location: Golden West College, 15744 Golden West St., Huntington Beach, CA. Call Theater Info Line: (714) 895-8150 Phone Ticket Orders and Ticket Info: (714) 895-8150 x1. gwctheater.com
Saturday, April 13, 2013 City Challenge Urban Race. Huntington Beach, CA 5K & Half Marathon Run Walk Downtown Huntington Beach. Time: 11:30 a.m. City Challenge Urban Race is your opportunity to spend the day either as an individual or with a partner competing in a one of a kind urban adventure race. You'll need to think on your feet and use your brain to solve puzzles, riddles and clues from a clue sheet to find 12 destinations. Each race is custom built based on the history, unique features and landmarks of the city! Additional Information The City Challenge Urban Race, the ONLY 5K and half marathon length urban race that offers both a team of 2 and individual registration option! Race will start promptly at Noon. You will need to bring a camera (digital, phone, Polaroid etc.), ID and a pen or pencil. Everyone gets an event shirt and sponsor provided swag. Benefitting the Livestrong Foundation and sponsored by Road ID, Clif Bar, Sports Authority and Lava Magazine. Contact: scott@hegnessevents.com to volunteer. Register at active.comSaturday April 13, 2013 Bolsa Chica Wetlands Earth Day Festival. Free Family Fun Day with family fun for everyone! Enjoy hands on activities like a guided tour of the reserve, bounce tent, touch a live snake, learn about habitat restoration and more! Sorry, no pets allowed on the Ecological Reserve. Time: 10am-3pm Location: 3842 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach CA 92643 (714)846-1114
April 13, 2013 Huntington Beach Triathlon. "1.5 Mile Ocean Swim, 10 Mile Bike, 2.5 Mile Run" at Huntington Beach State Beach, Pacific Coast Highway at Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA. Cost: $75, Time: 8 a.m. Call: (760)964-9352, trithebeach.com
Saturday, April 13, 2013 John Dicrosta, comedy show. Cost: $15, plus 2 drink minimum. Location: Surf City Comedy Club at Endless Food & Fun, 7227 Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA. Reservations, call: (949) 287-3161 or online surfcitycomedyclub.com.
April 14, 2013 Spring Classical Concert featuring French composers, with soloists and chorus. Time: 3:30 p.m. Cost: $18-20. Location: Central Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. For more information or tickets call (714) 274-5524, hbsymphony.comApril 14, 2013 Mother Daughter Tea, at Newland Barn. This popular annual event invites moms of all ages to share a spot of English tea in a Victorian high tea complete with scones, tea sandwiches, desserts, and lemonade for children. Bring your favorite cup and saucer and wear your favorite dress, hat, and gloves. $15 for each additional daughter. Location: Newland Barn Clubhouse, 19822 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, CA. Time: 2-4:30 p.m. Cost: $35.Registration available at HB City Parks & Rec, call: (714) 536-5486
Sunday, April 14, 2013 Walk Run Read 5k. Inaugural Walk Run READ 5k! This easy 3.1 mile walk/run in the park is designed for all ages and fitness levels. Get in a morning stroll and support your neighborhood literacy program! 100% of the proceeds go directly to literacy services and will be used for books, tutor training, and learner support!Time: 8 a.m. Location: Huntington Central Park 18000 Goldenwest Street Huntington Beach, CA. Cost: 5k Walk/Run/Stroller Stroll - $30 thru March 15, $35 thereafter Kids Fun Run - $5. walkrunread.com
April 16 & 17, 2013 Snow White in the Old West, ballet. Ballet Etudes special production is 45 minute production delights children of all ages. Presentation presents a special twist on the well known classic story! Times: 4 & 7 p.m. both days. Tickets are $5 per person. Tickets go on sale March 9, 2013. Limit 10 tickets per person, call (714) 375-5107. Location: Central Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA.April 17 - May 4, 2013 Imagination Celebration. Huntington Beach Art Center will display artwork from as part of the county wide Arts festival, organized by Arts Orange County. The 7th annual student art show, Creative Visions, features local Huntington Beach student art including, painting, drawing, photography, animation, digital art, film and computer graphics. Time: Tuesday - Thursday: 12 Noon - 8 p.m. Friday: 12 Noon - 6 p.m. Saturday: 12 Noon - 5 p.m. Location: 538 Main Street, Huntington Beach, CA. Phone: (714) 374-1650
April 18-20, 2013 The Diary of Anne Frank. An impassioned drama about the lives of eight people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic, THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK captures the claustrophobic realities of their daily existence. Adaptation from the original stage play by Goodrich and Hackett, the newly discovered writings from the diary of Anne Frank, as well as survivor accounts, are interwoven to create a contemporary impassioned story of the lives of people persecuted under Nazi rule. By Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman, event takes place at Huntington Beach High School Historic Theater, 1905 Main St., Tickets: $22 adults, $16 students and seniors. Shows 4 performances-- nightly at 7:30 p.m. Saturday Matinee at 2 p.m. Call (714) 536-2514 ext. 4025.hbapa.orgApril 20, 2013 The Rocks, band. On The Rocks 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Great band. No cover. Address: Fitzgeralds Pub 19171 Magnolia St. Huntington Beach, CA. Call: (714) 968 4523, fitzgeraldshb.net
SUNDAY APRIL 21, 2013
Free Bolsa Chica Tours - Learn about the history of Bolsa Chica, its wildlife, and plant life with a Bolsa Chica Land Trust guide. Literature and merchandise are also available at this two-hour tour on the third Sunday of each month. The free guided walking tour of the Bolsa Chica wetlands and upper mesas includes walking--wear comfortable shoes and sun protection, and be sure to bring binoculars or a camera! Time:10 a.m. Location: Ecological Reserve South Parking Lot on Pacific Coast Highway betweem Sepoint and Warner, across from Bolsa Chica State Beach. Info: (714) 964-8170, bolsachicalandtrust.org
April 27, 2013 Huntington Beach Cruise In. Factory Five Racing 6th annual HB Cruise In includes car show and awards on Saturday, music from Noon - 2 p.m. with two bands -- the Nomads surf band on Main Street and Stevie G on Pier Plaza, meet Dave Smith and the Crew from Factory Five Racing, Main Street (between Olive & PCH) reserved for FFRs and car show carries over to Pier Plaza, plus new Sunday, Apr. 28 autocross event added. factoryfive.com
April 28, 2013 Taste of Huntington Beach. Held at Sports Complex in Central Park, the event includes sampling from restaurants, wineries and breweries. Also enjoy live music, silent auction, raffle and more. Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tickets: $65, VIP $85. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, Ca.
April 28, 2013 Huntington Beach Bike Festival. Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is promoting the use of bicycling to work, for recreation or to run errands in a campaign called Real People Ride. The event kicks off Bike Month and Bike to Work Week. The public can visit vendor booths to learn about equipment, bicycle safety and basic maintenance skills. Free bike safety inspections and giveaway prizes add to the fun. Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12 Noon. Location: Pier Plaza, Pacific Coast Highway & Main St., Downtown HB. octa.net
April 28, 2013 All Breed Dog Races - at Old World Village German Restaurant. Time: 3-4 p.m. Cost: $2 admission. If you have a dog you'd like enter in a race, you'll need to Call Inge at (714) 898-5111- fees charged for registration. Location: Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave., Huntington Beach, CA.
DAILY
Disc Golf - The public is invited to get out and compete in this exciting sport that's Disc Golf - The public is invited to get out and compete in this exciting sport that's relaxing and easy to learn. Location: Huntington Beach Disc Golf Course, Central Park lot off Golden West Street between Talbert and Ellis. Time: Daily. Call: (714) 425-9931. Photos
Art - Windows Gallery in Huntington Beach Central Library on the first floor features works from amateur and professional artists with varied themes that range from landscapes to abstracts. This mixed media exhibit is free to see. Location: 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA. Photo
Wetlands viewing - Birders, nature lovers and the curious are invited to visit Bolsa Chica Ecological Preserve, a significant flyway for migrating birds. Binoculars recommended. Location: Pacific Coast Highway between Seapoint and Warner on the east side of the highway. 1.5 mile loop trail and 300 acres of protected wetlands! Pets and bicycles are not permitted on the trails. Open sunrise to dusk. Photos
(closed Sundays) Shipley Nature Center - Open to the public, it includes an interpretive center with educational exhibits, nature trails for wildlife viewing and native gardens. Shipley Nature Center is an 18-acre natural area open daily M-Sat 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Phone: 714-842-4772 Photos
Beach Bonfire - Free first come, first serve fire rings offer a chance to have an outdoor cooked meal. Bring your own wood. The rings are located on Huntington City Beach south of the HB Pier, at Huntington State Beach (PCH & Beach Blvd. entrance), and Bolsa Chica State Beach (PCH between Warner & Seapoint). Hours: open 6 a.m. - 10 p.m. All beaches charge parking fees (around $15) but there also is some street coin meter parking near City Beach at Beach Blvd. and Pacific Coast Highway.
WEEKLY
THURSDAYS Live Jam Sessions - at Perqs Nite Club. 21+, 117 Main Street, Huntington Beach. 714-960-9996. photos
Saturday Car Cruisers car gathering with Hot Rods, Street Cars, Woodies, Imports and a variety of restored vehicles at Adams and Magnolia Ave. Parking is available in the Ace parking lot or Adams Avenue Donut Shop with overflow parking extending to Drug Emporium lot across Adams. Time 6 a.m., over by approx. 8:30 a.m. No phone number available. Cost: Free admission.
Tumbleweed's Bar & Grill, 21+. Begins after 8 p.m. Location: 21094 S. Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, CA, Call: (714) 960-2776.
Gallagher's Pub and Grill, 300 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA Call: (714) 536-2422. photos
Mothers Tavern: FREE, 9pm-12am, 21 & up, 16701 PCH, Sunset Beach 562-592-2111
DJ at Hurricanes Bar & Grill at Hurricanes Bar & Grill, 200 Main Street Suite 201 Huntington Beach, Ca 92648. 21+, ID. Call: (714) 374-0500. hurricanesbargrill.com
Harvey's Steakhouse, 6060 Warner, Huntington Beach, CA . Time: 9 p.m. Cover: Food or one drink minimum. Call: (714) 842-5111. photos
Band - at Pelican Isle. 21+, No cover, cocktail bar. Location: 16400 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, California 92649 Call: (562) 592 3221. Photos
Band - at J. King Neptunes. Show begins around 10 p.m. Full bar with drinks served to 21 and older with valid ID. Cost: Free to $5, depending on band. Call: (562) 592-4878. Location: 17115 Pacific Coast Hwy (one block north of Warner) Sunset Beach, Ca 90742 Photos
Band - at Harpoon Harry's, known for its seafood and King Crab Legs. 21+, Cost: No Cover. Time: 7 to 11 p.m. Location: Harpoon Harry's Restaurant, 16821 Pacific Coast Hwy., Sunset Beach, CA 90742. Phone 562-592-5216. Photos
Acoustic - at Luggatti's Italian Grill, 210 5th St, Huntington Beach, CA. Time: 3 p.m.
Band - at Nadine's Irish Mist. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: No cover. Location: 16655 Pacific Coast Highway, Sunset Beach, CA Call:
Band - at Taco Surf. This great restaurant and bar serves delicious food in a casual, Mexican cantina. Location: 16821 Pacific Coast Hwy, Surfside, CA. Call: (562) 592-2290. Photos
Jazz - at Spaghettini. Time: 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Spaghettini Italian Grill and Jazz Club, 3005 Old Ranch Parkway Seal Beach, California 90740 Call: 562-596-2199 or 714-960-6002.
FRIDAYS - Farmer's Market and Art A-Faire Held weekly on Friday from Noon to Dusk (approx. 5 p.m.) Held most Fridays at the outdoor Pier Plaza next to the Huntington Beach Pier, a certified Farmer's Market sells the finest California grown fruits and vegetables, breads, nuts, flowers and perishables. The Art Fair held in conjunction with the Farmer's Market features over 50 vendors selling unique, hand made gifts and crafts. Call: (714) 536-2213 or (714) 846-5509. Location: Pier Plaza at Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street. Photos
WEEKENDS - Art Exhibit - The Anderson Art Gallery presents new works by Howard Hitchcock. (Bill) Anderson Art Gallery, 16812 Pacific Coast Highway, Sunset Beach, California 90742 Call: (562) 592-4393. Hours: Friday & Saturday 1 - 9 PM, .Sunday 1 - 6 PM.
Amigos de Bolsa Chica -public tours of the wetlands. Time: 9 -10:30 a.m. leaves every 15 minutes from Walkbridge at Pacific Coast Highway across from entrance to Bolsa Chica State Beach between Seapoint & Warner. Call: (714) 840-1575.
BI-WEEKLY
Newland House Museum Tour - The historic Newland House is features a museum and docent led tours from local historians who provide information about the two-story Victorian home built in 1898. Location: Newland Center at Beach Boulevard and Adams Avenue, 19820 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach CA 92648. Time: Noon to 4 p.m. Cost: $2. Call: (714) 962-5777. Photos
This calendar does not guarantee accuracy of information as events are subject to change.
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