EVENT CALENDAR

Festival of the Arts

Through Aug. 31

A unique art fair featuring a Pageant of the Masters (human reenactment of famous paintings) every evening.10 a.m. $7 on weekdays and $10 on weekends (discounts for students, children, seniors, Laguna Beach residents, and military). Festival of the Arts, 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, Calif. Information: http://www.foapom.com/ or (949) 494-1145

Orange International Street Fair

Aug. 31 – Sept. 2

Celebrate diversity in this multicultural fair featuring food and art booths from various cultures as well as music. 10 a.m. (except Friday begins at 5 p.m.). Free. Orange Plaza District, 112 East Chapman Avenue, Orange, Calif. Information: http://www.orangestreetfair.org/ or (714) 633-4816

Sawdust Art Festival

Through Sept. 2

Annual display and celebration of local artists.10 a.m. $7.75 (discounts for children and seniors). Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, Calif. Information: http://www.sawdustartfestival.org/ or (949) 494-3030

OC Great Labor Day Cruise

Aug. 31 – Sept. 2

A three-day car show featuring all kinds of cars from classics to modern masterpieces. 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. (starts at noon on Friday). $12 (see website for special discounts for military   and children). Information: http://www.occa-inc.com/index.asp or (877) 429-5497

Art-A-Fair

Through Sept. 2

Enjoy a walk through a large open gallery and chat with 125 local artists about their works in a big, fair-like environment. 10 a.m. $7 (discounts for students, seniors, military, and groups of 20+). Art-A-Fair Festival, 777 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, Calif. Information: http://art-a-fair.com/about.asp or (949) 494-4514

Long Beach Greek Festival

Sept. 1-3

A celebration of Greek culture, food, and music in a fun carnival setting. Noon – 9 p.m. $3 (kids, seniors, and military free). Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, 5761 E. Colorado St., Long Beach, Calif. Information: http://www.lbgreekfest.org/or (562) 494-8929

Original Long Beach Lobster Festival

Sept. 7-9

Delicious, succulent Maine lobsters enjoyed with wine and live music. 5 – 11 p.m. Friday, noon – 11 p.m. Saturday, noon – 10 p.m. Sunday. $13 (see website for prices of lobsters and children). Rainbow Lagoon, 400-403 Shoreline Village Drive, Long Beach, Calif. Information: http://www.originallobsterfestival.com/

Ao Dai Festival

Sept. 15

A celebration of the Vietnamese culture featuring Vietnamese cuisine, designer Ao Dais, music, art, and dancing.3 p.m. $35 (ticket sales end on Aug. 26). San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, Calif. Information: http://www.aodaifestival.com/

Taste of Newport

Sept. 14-16

Restaurants and wineries line up to be a part of this three-day food fest, complete with cooking demonstrations and live music. 6 – 11 p.m. Friday; 4 – 11 p.m. Saturday; noon – 8 p.m. Sunday. $22 for advance tickets (see website for discounts and special seating). Fashion Island, 600 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, Calif. Information: http://www.tasteofnewport.com/

Street Food Cinema

Through Sept. 22

Movies, live music from emerging artists, and street food from gourmet food trucks.5:30 – 10 p.m. $10. Check website for show times. Street Food Cinema, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, Calif. Information: http://www.streetfoodcinema.com/home.html