The Weekender
Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend
Pumpkin Splash
Saturday, Oct. 22, 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
The City of San Clemente will host its Pumpkin Splash, where attendees of all ages can enjoy Halloween-themed activities in and out of the pool at the San Clemente Aquatics Center.
There will be a giant inflatable, swimming, a poolside pumpkin patch and games. Participants will also receive a pumpkin to decorate while supplies last.
The festivities will be split into two sessions, the first running from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., and the second from 2-4 p.m.
San Clemente Aquatics Center
987 Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente
san-clemente.org
Friday, October 21
HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL WEEK 9
7 p.m.
League titles and playoff berths on the line in this penultimate week. San Clemente hosts Capistrano Valley for Homecoming, JSerra hosts Servite for Homecoming, St. Margaret's hosts Saddleback and Capistrano Valley Christian hosts Trinity Classical for Homecoming at Capo Valley High School. Dana Hills is at Laguna Hills, and San Juan Hills is at Trabuco Hills. Follow South OC Sports on Twitter and Instagram for all the action on Friday and this football season.
@SouthOCSports on Twitter.
@South_OC_Sports on Instagram.
‘FRANKENSTEIN, AN ORIGINAL MUSICAL’ WORLD PREMIERE
Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente
7:30-9:30 p.m.
The Cabrillo Playhouse premieres its latest musical that tells the story of Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist who creates a sapient creature in an unorthodox scientific experiment. Act 1 is from Victor’s point of view. He begins by telling of his childhood. Born into a wealthy Genevan family, Victor has a strong desire to understand the world. In Act 2, the Creature, intelligent and articulate, relates his first days of life, living alone in the wilderness. Speaking to Frankenstein, the monster says, "I ought to be thy Adam, but I am rather the fallen angel.” The playhouse’s latest show will run on weekends through Nov. 13. Tickets are $28.
949.492.0465
More info.
LIVE MUSIC AT PADDY’S
26701 Verdugo Street, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano
8-11 p.m.
Trisha Freeman will perform. Stop in to listen, dance and have a Friday night pint at this downtown pub.
949.661.3400
More info.
FARMERS MARKET IN SAN JUAN
Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy the farmers market in town every Friday. Check out the produce, breads, cheeses, artisan craft vendors, and more.
949.364.1270
More info.
Saturday, October 22
FAREWELL TO THE SWALLOWS BARBECUE
Reata Park and Event Center, 28632 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano
Noon-4 p.m.
Come say goodbye to the swallows as they make their annual migration away from San Juan Capistrano. The annual event is hosted by the San Juan Capistrano Fiesta Association—which also organizes the Swallows Day Parade—and will feature live music, food, adult beverages for sale and more. Admission is $10. Kids ages 12 and under can eat for free.
949.615.1920
More info.
TREAT STREET
Downtown San Clemente, along Avenida Del Mar.
4-7 p.m.
Kids of all ages, get your costumes on for a wicked good time as the San Clemente Downtown Business Association is giving you a chance to start your trick-or-treating early along Avenida Del Mar. Participating businesses displaying a purple balloon out front will be passing out candy to costumed children.
More info.
LIVE THEATER AT CAMINO REAL PLAYHOUSE
Camino Real Playhouse, 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano
7:30 p.m.
Get ready to chuckle and watch actors perform in Downtown San Juan Capistrano. Camino Real Playhouse is staging Death by Design, a murder mystery comedy set in a 1930s English country manor. The show runs through Nov. 6.
949.489.8082
More info.
MOVIE IN THE PARK: ‘HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA’
Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
5:30 p.m.
Doheny State Beach Foundation will be screening Hotel Transylvania at Doheny State Beach Lawn. The movie will start at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase from Do Ho Cafe.
949.496.6171
More info.
FRIENDS OF THE DANA POINT LIBRARY HOLIDAY BOOK SALE
Dana Point Public Library, 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
The Friends of the Dana Point Library will host a holiday book sale in the Community Room of the public library. All proceeds will benefit adult and children’s programming and special events at the library.
410.299.4808
More info.
FARMERS MARKET IN DANA POINT
La Plaza Park, 3411 La Plaza, Dana Point
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags.
More info.
SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE
The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente
9-11 a.m.
South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. Those attending are encouraged to practice responsible social distancing. Face masks are not mandatory but are recommended. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts.
More info.
Sunday, October 23
HALLOWEEN NIGHTTIME MARKET
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, 31692 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano.
4-8 p.m.
Check out a nighttime market featuring autumn-inspired goods, live music, a pumpkin patch, craft cocktail tastings, food samplings and a costume contest. Attendees can register beforehand online.
More info.
CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE
The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
7 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Eric Clapton tribute act Journeyman will perform. Tickets are $25. Doors open at 5 p.m.
949.496.8930
More info.
FARMERS MARKET IN SAN CLEMENTE
100 North Calle Seville, San Clemente
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers at the Community Center/San Clemente Public Library parking lot.
949.361.8200
More info.
Weekend Spotlight
Dana Point Sister Cities:
A Night of Greek Culture
Sunday, 4-8 p.m., Oct. 23
The Dana Point Sister Cities and Thessaloniki, Greece will host a Taste of Thessaloniki in Laguna Niguel. The event will feature a night of music, food and dancing with performances by Alekos Galas and Angelina Alexon.
Sea Country Senior & Community Center
24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel
danapointsistercities.org
