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Costa Mesa Events Schedule 2026

Costa Mesa is a vibrant hub for live entertainment, offering a diverse array of events at renowned venues such as the Segerstrom Center for the Arts and The Wayfarer. Throughout the year, visitors can enjoy world-class performances ranging from musical theater and ballet to comedy and live concerts. Notable upcoming events include the highly anticipated run of the musical 'Jersey Boys' at Segerstrom Hall from january 26 to January 31, 2027, featuring performances on multiple evenings and matinees. Main performers for this period highlight the timeless appeal of classic rock and musical theater.

In addition, the Segerstrom Center presents a variety of ballet productions, such as American Ballet Theatre's 'The Nutcracker' scheduled between december 10 and December 20, 2026, showcasing stunning choreography and talented dancers. For fans of theatrical drama, 'The Book Of Mormon' will be staged from December 29, 2026, to January 3, 2027, with performances across multiple days, offering a hilarious and provocative musical experience.

Music lovers can look forward to performances by artists like Krysta Rodriguez in september 2026, as well as the Houston Ballet's 'Sons de L'ame' in october 2026, both held at the Segerstrom Hall. The venue also hosts compelling theatrical productions such as 'The Who's Tommy' from march 9 to March 14, 2027, and the dark comedy 'Death Becomes Her' scheduled for late july to early august 2027, with multiple evening and matinee shows.

Bluey's Big Play offers family-friendly entertainment, with shows in november 2026 at Segerstrom Hall, while comedy and musical performances continue into summer and fall, including 'American Ballet Theatre: The Sleeping Beauty' in april 2027. The Outsiders, a dynamic production, is scheduled for October 2026, with numerous performances spanning nearly a month at the same venue.

With such a rich lineup of events, Costa Mesa provides entertainment options for all tastes and ages, making it an ideal destination for cultural experiences and memorable nights out across the year.