Orange County is more than beaches and theme parks. It’s a collection of coastal towns, historic communities, creative neighborhoods and local gathering places — each with its own personality.
Explore OC helps you discover the cities, food, experiences, events and locally owned businesses that make Orange County worth exploring.
Whether you’re looking for somewhere to eat tonight, live music this weekend, a new local shop, a day by the coast or something completely different to do, start exploring here.
THINK LOCAL FIRST.
One of the best ways to experience Orange County is city by city.
Explore local restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, shopping, happy hours, live music, things to do, events and locally owned businesses throughout Orange County.
Harbor Life · Beaches · Whale Watching · Coastal Dining
Explore one of Orange County’s great coastal communities — from Dana Point Harbor and the coastline to local restaurants, live music, outdoor adventures and locally owned businesses.
Explore Dana Point →
Art · Beaches · Coastal Culture · Local Dining
Discover Laguna Beach’s famous coastline, galleries, restaurants, independent shops, arts scene and unmistakable coastal character.
Explore Laguna Beach →
History · Heritage · Dining · Local Culture
Experience historic San Juan Capistrano, from the Mission and Los Rios Historic District to local restaurants, shops, events and community traditions.
Explore San Juan Capistrano →
Surf · Beaches · Downtown · Coastal Living
Explore San Clemente’s surf culture, beaches, downtown restaurants, local shops, outdoor activities and laid-back coastal lifestyle.
Explore San Clemente →
Community · Dining · Outdoors · Local Favorites
Discover restaurants, neighborhood favorites, parks, trails, shopping, events and locally owned businesses throughout Laguna Niguel.
Explore Laguna Niguel →
Community · Recreation · Dining · Local Life
Explore the restaurants, recreation, community events, shopping and local businesses that make Mission Viejo one of South Orange County’s signature communities.
Explore Mission Viejo →
Surf City · Beaches · Dining · Entertainment
Experience Surf City USA through its beaches, downtown, restaurants, nightlife, events, outdoor activities and local businesses.
Explore Huntington Beach →
Old Towne · History · Food · Local Shopping
Discover historic Old Towne Orange and the restaurants, antique shops, independent businesses, events and neighborhoods surrounding it.
Explore Orange →
Orange County isn’t one experience. Go a few miles in almost any direction and you’ll find something different.
Explore Orange County’s beaches, harbors, surf communities, coastal trails, waterfront dining and ocean adventures.
Explore Coastal OC →
Find locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, bakeries, bars and neighborhood favorites across Orange County.
Explore Food & Drink →
Discover galleries, local artists, theaters, music, cultural attractions and creative communities throughout OC.
Explore Arts & Culture →
From historic districts and missions to landmarks and community traditions, discover the stories behind Orange County’s cities.
Explore Historic OC →
Find beaches, hiking trails, parks, cycling, surfing, whale watching and other ways to experience Orange County outdoors.
Explore Outdoor OC →
Discover independent retailers, boutiques, makers and locally owned shops throughout Orange County.
Explore Local Shopping →
Find family-friendly activities, community events, parks, attractions and local experiences for all ages.
Explore Family-Friendly OC →
Orange County is constantly changing. There’s always another concert, community event, festival, market, happy hour or local experience happening somewhere nearby.
Looking for something to do? Discover local events, activities, entertainment and experiences happening around Orange County this weekend.
Find Things to Do This Weekend →
Discover festivals, community events, markets, celebrations, special events and other happenings throughout OC.
Explore OC Events →
Find live music at local restaurants, breweries, bars, venues and community events throughout Orange County.
Find Live Music →
Discover local happy hours, food specials and places to meet up throughout Orange County.
Find Happy Hours →
Explore Orange County by what you want to eat, drink, see or do.
Restaurants · Coffee Shops · Breweries · Happy Hours · Live Music · Things to Do · Shopping · Home Services · Family Activities · Outdoor Activities · Events · Deals & Specials
Or choose a city and discover what’s happening locally.
The places that give Orange County its character aren’t always the biggest or the most advertised.
They’re the neighborhood restaurant where the owner knows the regulars. The independent coffee shop. The local brewery. The family-owned service business. The boutique you didn’t know existed. The businesses supporting local schools, charities, chambers and community events.
Thrive Local OC was created to make those businesses easier to discover.
When you have a choice, THINK LOCAL FIRST.
Whether you’ve lived in Orange County for decades, just moved here or you’re visiting for the weekend, there’s always something local you haven’t discovered yet.
Pick a city. Find something to do. Try somewhere new. Support the people and businesses that make Orange County unique.
Explore Orange County. Discover Local. THINK LOCAL FIRST.