FIRST THURSDAYS ART WALK : NOV . 3 ; DEC . 1 ; VARIOUS LOCATIONS First Thursdays Art Walk is a beloved tradition in town that encourages locals and visitors alike to view artwork and mingle at local galleries . ( 949-415-4652 ; firstthursdaysartwalk . org )
FREE YOGA IN THE PARK : Monday , Thursday and Saturday , 8 a . m .; Treasure Island Park ( 949-280-1822 ; yogainthepark . blogspot . com )
The Dana Point Turkey Trot , to be held Thanksgiving morning
BROADWAY YOUR WAY SOIREE NOV . 13 ; LAGUNA BEACH CULTURAL ARTS CENTER This musical improv comedy event features Mike McShane and Brian Lohmann , who pay tribute to a composer who never existed . Throughout the show , the music will be entirely improvised by John Ballinger and audience suggestions will steer the direction of the performance , making for a creative night filled with twists and turns . ( 949- 652-2787 ; lbculturalartscenter . org )
WINTER FANTASY NOV . 19 - DEC . 18 ; SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL GROUNDS For five weekends , stop by the Sawdust Art Festival ’ s winter iteration for some holiday cheer . In addition to shopping for artistic gifts for loved ones , visitors will enjoy an enchanting atmosphere with Christmas decor , Santa visits , falling snow , carol singers and more seasonal fun . ( 949-494- 3030 ; sawdustartfestival . org )
DANA POINT TURKEY TROT NOV . 24 ; DANA POINT HARBOR Before filling up on turkey this Thanksgiving , work off some calories in an early morning fun run that ’ s perfect for families to do together . Participants can choose a 5K , 10K , combo run or 1-mile Gobble Wobble for kids ; turkeythemed costumes are welcomed . ( 949-496-1555 ; turkeytrot . com )
THE DRAKE AFTER DARK DEC . 1 ; SEVEN-DEGREES Put on your finest black and gold attire and head to Laguna Canyon for a night to benefit music education through The Drake Gives , a nonprofit started by Alec Glasser , founder of local eatery The Drake . The speakeasythemed event will feature an auction , big-band music , a burlesque show , and food and drink stations . ( 949- 376-1000 ; thedrakelaguna . com )
HOSPITALITY NIGHT DEC . 2 ; DOWNTOWN LAGUNA Each year , the city hosts a holiday event with plenty of excitement for both residents and business owners alike . Enjoy performances by local schoolchildren , themed crafts , visits with Santa , open houses at local shops and more as you kick off the season Laguna style . ( 949-464-6645 ; lagunabeachcity . net )
BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS DEC . 9-11 ; DANA POINT HARBOR This boat parade offers stunning displays of more than 700,000 holiday lights and decor on the water with a “ Surfin ’ USA ” theme . Guests can also enjoy a number of special photo opportunities , strolling carolers and time with Santa . ( 949-496-6137 ; danapointharbor . com ) g
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ONGOING
LAGUNA ART MUSEUM : In addition to several exhibits at Laguna Art Museum and an Oct . 30 screening of the 1922 silent horror film “ Haxan ,” stop by Nov . 13 for “ The Seven Ecological Regions of California ” lecture , in which curator Jean Stern will share about historical pieces of art inspired by the state ’ s prominent landscapes and what makes these spaces unique , as part of the Art & Nature festival . ( 949-494- 8971 ; lagunaartmuseum . org )
LAGUNA BEACH FARMERS MARKET : Saturdays , 8 a . m . to noon ; Forest Avenue and Laguna Canyon Road ( lagunabeachfarmersmarket . com )
LAGUNA LAUGHTER CLUB : Sunday-Friday , 8:30 a . m ., Saturdays , 10 a . m .; Main Beach ( lyinstitute . org )
NATURE HIKES : Various dates ; Laguna Canyon Foundation ( 949-497-8324 ; lagunacanyon . org )
SAWDUST STUDIO ART CLASSES : Although the Sawdust Art Festival ’ s summer season is now over , creative types can also find a number of virtual art classes available on the festival ’ s website . Try oil painting and mixed media crafts with several prerecorded options to choose from . ( sawdustartfestival . org )
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