Events This Weekend in Santa Ana: Things to Do Right Now
If the weekend caught you plan-free, you're in luck: there's always something happening in Santa Ana. Find the perfect last-minute family outing or get-together idea for friends. Read on to learn what locals are getting up to this weekend.
What’s Happening This Weekend in Santa Ana
Looking for things to do in Santa Ana this weekend? We’ve got you covered. From gallery and museum exhibits to workshops, live music, and shows, you won't run out of fun things to do.
Check out the Santa Ana events calendar to get the rundown on the hottest upcoming events.
Top Things to Do This Weekend
Weekends in Santa Ana are filled with activities, outings, and cultural experiences.
Catch Friday Night Munchies every Friday on Bristol Street for a night market full of delicious street food and fun for the whole family. On Saturdays, pick 4th Street Market to try food from around the world and enjoy the weekly Patio Vibes event, hosted by a DJ throughout the night.
To experience art and culture, plan to visit downtown on the first Saturday of each month for the Downtown Santa Ana Art Walk. Choose your route to explore local vendors, pop-up artists, rotating art shows, and live music. When you're done, dance the night away at Mission Bar, which hosts Ritmo Santanero, an all-cumbia night.
How Locals Spend the Weekend in Santa Ana
On the weekends, you’ll likely find santaneros spending time outdoors, enjoying the year-round beautiful weather with friends and family.
The patio at 4th Street Market can get quite crowded on game days — it features a 9-screen TV, making it the perfect spot to grab a bite and cheer for your favorite team.
Many restaurants rotate their menus and offerings throughout the week, and downtown Santa Ana is where you can find some of the best Mexican food in Orange County.
With its unique cocktails and modern Mexican and Spanish-inspired small plates, Lola Gaspar even earned a Bib Gourmand from the Michelin Guide. It’s the perfect spot for date night!
For shopping, locals will often head to the East End District, where one-of-a-kind independent boutiques line the streets. Collective 2one9, where products from 25 local businesses line the shelves, is a popular browsing spot for everything from jewelry to clothing to art prints.
Alta Baja Market, a specialty grocer and cafe selling goods from both sides of the U.S./Mexico border, hosts several events throughout the month, where you’ll be sure to meet santaneros learning, celebrating, and forming community.
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