Events happening in September include the final summer concerts, several Costa Mesa Speedway races, Cruisin’ for a Cure and more.
♦ Aug. 31-Sept. 1, Great Labor Day Cruise
One of the longest running events offering non-stop cruising around a 1.25-mile route at the 150-acre venue. Owners can pre-register their vintage cars or at the event. Proceeds from the Great Labor Day Cruise are donated to the Warrior Foundation ~ Freedom Station supporting U.S. veterans.
When: Saturday, Aug. 31, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 1, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
How much: $12 general admission; free for active military (with ID) and kids 12 and younger. Two-day pass is $20. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit thelabordaycruise.org
♦ Sept. 7, Costa Mesa Speedway – Knobby Night
For 50 years, Speedway motorcycle races have entertained spectators with the thrill of speed, precision and sliding around turns.
When: Saturday, Sept. 7. Gates open at 6 p.m., first race is at 7:30 p.m. at Action Sports Arena
How much: $20 general admission; $15 seniors (65+), military and juniors (ages 13-17); $10 children (ages 3-12); free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit costamesaspeedway.net
♦ Sept. 7, Pacific Symphony – Tchaikovsky Fireworks Spectacular
Celebrate the summer’s end with the Pacific Symphony playing Tchaikovsky’s “1812” overture, as well as more of the composer’s greatest hits.
When: Saturday, Sept. 7. 8 p.m. at Pacific Amphitheatre
How much: $25-$99 admission.
More info: Visit pacamp.com
♦ Sept. 8, Pacific Symphony – Hail to the Heroes
American country music artist Lee Greenwood joins Pacific Symphony for a concert that celebrates U.S. veterans, the heroes who make our community and our country great! Experience a day of music, celebration and remembrance, to honor those who are serving, salute those who defended American’s ideals and remember those who never returned.
When: Sunday, Sept. 8, 7:30 p.m. at Pacific Amphitheatre
How much: $25-$99 admission.
More info: Visit pacamp.com
♦ Sept. 13-15, Sand Sports Super Show
The biggest and most exciting dune and dirt sports expo in the world! Join us for three days of fun and get up close to the latest Sand Rails, UTVs, ATVs, accessories, apparel and more.
When: Friday, Sept. 13, 4-10 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at OC Fair & Event Center
How much: $15 admission online ($20 at the door); $15 for military (with ID); children 12 and younger are free. Two-day passes are $30; three-day passes are $45. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit sandsportssupershow.com
♦ Sept. 20-22, Harvest Festival
Three days of shopping, entertainment, prizes and family fun! Shop hundreds of artisans exhibiting 24,000 American handmade and embellished art & crafts. Taste delicious baked bread, soups, desserts, candied apples and much more. The kids will enjoy kids activities in the Kidzone.
When: Friday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Costa Mesa Building, Huntington Beach Building and Santa Ana Pavilion
How much: $9 general admission; $7 seniors (62+) and military; $4 for juniors (ages 13-17); Free for children 12 and younger. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit harvestfestival.com
♦ Sept. 21, Costa Mesa Speedway – Super Hooligan National Championship Series
Flat-track Super Hooligan racing comes to the Costa Mesa Speedway! The atmosphere and the noise is second to none, especially during floodlit night-time races.
When: Saturday, Sept. 21. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., qualifying is at 6 p.m., first race is at 7:30 p.m. at Action Sports Arena
How much: $20 general admission; $15 seniors (65+), military and juniors (ages 13-17); $10 children (ages 3-12); free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit costamesaspeedway.net
♦ Sept. 28, Cruisin’ for a Cure
Street rods, customs, trucks, Corvettes, muscle cars, VWs and more will take part in cruising inside the fairgrounds’ 1.5-mile route. There will also be a meet-and-greet inside The Hangar, live music, 175+ vendors and free prostate screenings. Money raised will go to the KSK Cancer Center of Irvine for prostate cancer research.
When: Saturday, Sept. 28, 6 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
How much: $15 admission; free for children under 12. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit cruisinforacure.com
♦ Sept. 28, 51st U.S. National Speedway Championship / Juniors
One of the most exciting, colorful and unpredictable live action racing events in the nation. Costa Mesa Speedway has put fans right on top of all the action from the comfort of Arena style grandstand seating since 1969. Suitable for the whole family.
When: Saturday, Sept. 28. Gates open at 6 p.m., first race is at 7:30 p.m. at Action Sports Arena
How much: $20 general admission; $15 seniors (65+), military and juniors (ages 13-17); $10 children (ages 3-12); free for kids 2 and younger. Parking is $9.
More info: Visit costamesaspeedway.net
Ongoing events
OC Market Place
Saturdays & Sundays, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission is $2; free for kids 12 & younger. Located in Lot A
For more info, visit ocmarketplace.com
Certified Costa Mesa Farmers Market
Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Free admission and parking
Located in Lot D
Open year-round
Centennial Farm
Open daily
Hours: Monday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free admission and parking
Heroes Hall
Open Wednesday-Sunday
Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Free admission and parking
A look ahead: Events coming up in October
♦ Oct. 3-5, Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
♦ Oct. 5, Centennial Farm’s 30th Anniversary Community BBQ
♦ Oct. 5, Voices – Veterans Storytelling Project at Heroes Hall
♦ Oct. 10, Fight Club OC
♦ Oct. 11-13, Gem Faire
♦ Oct. 18-20, OC Japan Fair
♦ Oct. 19-20, SoCal VegFest
♦ Oct. 25-26, Boo Ha Ha – A Haunted Oktobeerfest
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