Opera for Kids: Elixir of Love in Costa Mesa

A fun and fascinating 45-minute concert designed especially for children 5-11. Step under the big top at the zany circus, as talented singers take the stage in a rollicking, kid-friendly version of Donizetti’s comic opera “The Elixir of Love.”

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Cost:
$15

Lunar New Year Concert at Pacific Symphony

Come together to celebrated the Year of the Rat and feast on a colorful presentation of Eastern and Western music and dance.

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Pacific Symphony Performs Toy Story in Concert

AUGUST 21: Live music is back in Orange County! Pacific Symphony returns to Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa for the West Coast premiere of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story” in Concert—Live with Orchestra.

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OC Fair & Event Center 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Symphony on the Go – Free Outdoor Concert in Fullerton

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9: Enjoy a free outdoor Pacific Symphony concert at Independence Park. There will be a five-piece woodwind ensemble performing. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic dinner to the park.

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Location:
Independence Park - Fullerton 801 W. Valencia Drive, Fullerton, CA
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Cost:
Free

Pacific Symphony’s Superheroes! at Segerstrom

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2022: Music from The Incredibles, Superman, and heroic classical favorites such as Rossini's dashing "William Tell Overture". Concert is designed especially for children ages 5-11.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Cost:
$14 – $50

Music from the Movies & More at Segerstrom Center

SATURDAY, MAY 21: Enjoy live music from your favorites like “Frozen,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Lion King” and “Star Wars.” Dress as your favorite characters. Concert is designed especially for children 5-11.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Cost:
$14 – $50

Pacific Symphony: The Sorcerer’s Apprentice in Costa Mesa

OCTOBER 22: Learn about the magical, mystical powers of the orchestra through the eyes of a wizard’s young apprentice. Hear selections from A Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice and even Harry Potter.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone in Concert at Segerstrom

OCTOBER 29: Relive the film that started it all. Watch the wand choose the wizard, a troll run amok and magic mirrors in high-definition while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ iconic score.

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Lunar New Year with Pacific Symphony

JANUARY 28: Welcome the Year of the Rabbit with joyous music, festive dance, and a delightful fusion of musical traditions from East and West.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

Family Musical Mornings: The Great Outdoors with Pacific Symphony

FEBRUARY 25: Experience the sweeping sounds of the great outdoors brought to life in the concert hall when Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra joins forces with Pacific Symphony for this side-by-side performance.

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

Halloween & Fabulous Fall Festivals at Segerstrom Center

OCTOBER 21: A celebration of the traditions, the magic and the fun that take place around the world during the fall: Halloween, Día de los Muertos, Mid-Autumn Festival, Diwali, and more.

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

Carnival of the Animals at Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa

MARCH 16: Experience children's classics with colorful puppets, music, and playful storytelling. Watch a puppet artist whose work has been seen in SpongeBob SquarePants and Captain Underpants. Special activities in the lobby include coloring, craft, photo, and S.T.E.A.M. station. 

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Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

The Barber of Seville – Opera for Kids! at Segerstrom Center for the Arts

JUNE 8: Enjoy a show with catchy tunes, silly antics, laughs and more! Join Figaro as he helps Rosina in her quest for true love. Special activities for kids include coloring station, craft station, photo backdrop, and S.T.E.A.M. station.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

Pacific Symphony’s Lunar New Year at Segerstrom

February 1, 2025: Join the Pacific Symphony’s annual festivities during the Lunar New Year. Enjoy a colorful performance of Eastern and Western music and dance.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Cost:
$26 – $198

Pacific Symphony’s Lantern Festival at Segerstrom

February 22, 2025: Bring the entire family and join Pacific Symphony for the annual Lantern Festival featuring music, dance, art making, riddles, and food. The concert hall lobby becomes transformed for the festivities with floating lantern, the concert hall features performances, and the plaza outside will have fun activities and demos. Free admission, but tickets required to enter the concert hall.

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Location:
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
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Cost:
Free

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