If you are a food stylist, food blogger, gourmet chef, caffeine junkie or just a keen foodie, you definitely are more worried about your salad being finely chopped than your appearance. To keep up with your food cravings there are these street food fairs, wine tasting events and food festivals in Costa Mesa. For all the foodies who are avid learners; there are cooking workshops, baking workshops, cake making classes in Costa Mesa and a lot more. You can also explore various food truck festivals happening in the Costa Mesa.
Content your taste buds with sumptuous food. Craving for food already? Explore some amazing food events in Costa Mesa.
## Food & Drinks Events in Costa Mesa - **Event Name**: OC Japan Fair 2026 Fall - **Description**: EXPERIENCE JAPAN with food, sake, music, performances, cultural activities, and more at the biggest Japanese festival on Oct 16-18, 2026!About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/00fa43c0-c45d-11f1-8bb2-5d37076 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 26 - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/de59e18b8e32d83acef126ace4f3cd32397572e5d38b330058c3400ef6163761-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg?v=1602271840 - Avatar: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/71ecb5ccee212bb05d28eedbf2251caf?s=100&d=identicon&r=g - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKfzRI4v1_wZF87TSoLnEK9-Iup-HvcFC-jqNEbI_qk96h9yMZB=s96-c?sz=200 - **Date**: Fri Oct 16 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun Oct 18 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/oc-japan-fair-2026-fall/100001992904307431 - **Venue**: OC Fair & Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy85Mzc5MWUxZGQyZTZlMzVlYzQ0NDdlN2NlM2UwNDYwOTE5ZGY3NTVmOGQ1N2FiYTYyZDQ4ZWM2MDY4ZmVjODlkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2YxZjJmMy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODMzNTgzNjQ.avif - **Price**: USD 16 to 18 - **Categories**: fitness, Festivals, Nonprofit, comedy, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Orange County Wine Fest - November 7th & 8th - **Description**: The Ultimate Wine Tasting Weekend in Orange County, CA. Enjoy Unlimited Wine Tasting From 30+ Vendors Pouring 100+ Wines.About this EventSaturday, November 7, 2026:1st Session: 12:0 - **Date**: Sat Nov 07 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun Nov 08 2026 at 03:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/orange-county-wine-fest-november-7th-and-8th/100001996817360478 - **Venue**: The Hangar at OC Fair & Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy81ZDVjZmVhNmJjOWU4ZDE2ZTgwYTFhNjQ0N2JhNWEyYzY2YjU5MDEyYzZhZTZiNzgwNDVjMjczM2MxMjhiYmQyLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kY2U4ZThlOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODYwODQxNDg.avif - **Price**: USD 17 to 122 - **Categories**: fitness, food-drinks, Festivals, Meetups - **Event Name**: Gluten Free Fall Tasting Event - Hosted by GFLA - **Description**: Finally—a fall tasting made for YOU. The holidays should feel exciting. But when you’re gluten-free, finding food you can actually look forward to can turn a joyful gathering into an anxious experience. Let’s make this Thanksgiving delicious AND safe! - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 46 - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Oct 31 2026 at 01:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/gluten-free-fall-tasting-event-hosted-by-gfla/200030761263409 - **Venue**: 2039 Continental Ave, Costa Mesa, CA - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy9iYWY1ZThkNjYwZGM2OWVlMWUxZGM1MDNlOTAzOWY4ZjZiODRhZDFhZTAzNTliMjY1ZjAyNWM5OTA1NDUyOWIzLXJpbWctdzExMjItaDE0MDItZGNmOGY4ZjgtZ21pcj92PTE3OTA4OTU3Mjk.avif - **Categories**: thanksgiving, holiday - **Event Name**: Trivia & Taco Tuesday - **Description**: Thinky Drinky Presents: Trivia and Taco Tuesday at The Wayfarer in Costa MesaAbout this EventThe most fun trivia in OC! Trivia is FREE to play and top 3 teams WIN prizes! Amazing $4 Tacos plus more Taco Tuesday Food and D - **Date**: Tue Oct 13 2026 (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/trivia-and-taco-tuesday/100002001033382714 - **Venue**: The Wayfarer - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy83Zjg4ZWQ1OTcwMDc5ZTM3ZDlhMDQzM2ZkY2E2YWQzNTdmMjBmZTJhYTc0ZDA0MDYyMWNkZDdjMGVhYWRkYzExLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODk0ODcxNjk.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness - **Event Name**: Taste of the Arts: Tituss Burgess & Morton's The Steakhouse - **Description**: Taste of the Arts is back — and we couldn't be more excited to welcome you to our second season. This beloved 6-night subscription series returns for 2026–27, once again bringing together two of life's greatest pleasures: outstanding live performance and - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 05:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/taste-of-the-arts-tituss-burgess-and-mortons-the-steakhouse/200030473411022 - **Venue**: Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMzkxNjdhZDJlYWYzMjFkNDQ5MTRhZDM2NWVlNGZiOWRmZDg0MjhlMzU1MDYyNjJmMDBkNDRlYTZhMWU2ZWYxOC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGM5ODM4MzgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODg3MjM4MTM.avif - **Categories**: workshops, art, theatre - **Event Name**: Sunglasses at Night Plays the Harp (The Harp Inn, That Is) - **Description**: This Revered O.C. Venue has Great Food, a Full Bar (Guinness on Tap) and Great Weekend Crowds. Come on out for our Monthly 80's Dance Party. We Pull-Out All The Stops to insure you have the Time of your Life. Music Trivia, Prizes and Giveaways too. So Tel - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 09:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/sunglasses-at-night-plays-the-harp-the-harp-inn-that-is/200030608963338 - **Venue**: The Harp Inn - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84ODk1Mjc2ZjMzODE0ZDVjY2NjOGNmMzA5NWZjNTVmZmMxNzU3ZDAwMDM2ZWY1NDA1Y2UyNjUyMTFhMGNjMmMyLXJpbWctdzUyNi1oMjc1LWRjMzgyODI4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4MjA1Mzcx.avif - **Event Name**: Neat @ Nite - **Description**: Join us for Neat @ Nite — an outdoor neighborhood movie night with burgers from Ahba & drinks by Neat!About this EventNeat @ Nite is back!Bring a lawn chair and a friend for a fun outdoor mov - **Date**: Mon Oct 12 2026 at 05:00 pm – Mon Oct 12 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/neat-nite/100002002641142567 - **Venue**: Neat Coffee - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy81MjJlOWMzMTIzNjZjMTBkNjkwYTY2YjM1ZmU1OTI0NzQ4MTMxMzdhYjZmZWJlOGQ2ZWUyNmM1OTQ1ZTliN2FjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE4MDAtZGMzODI4MTgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzkxMTMyMzc3.avif - **Price**: USD 3 - **Categories**: fitness, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Community Dinner: Fall Edition - **Description**: Get a sneak peak on BRAND NEW restaurants at The CAMP and some of your classic favorites - accompanied by the perfect wine pairingsAbout this EventJoin your Costa Mesa community on Thursday, November 5th at 6pm for a nigh - **Date**: Thu Nov 05 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu Nov 05 2026 at 09:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/community-dinner-fall-edition/100002002831322400 - **Venue**: The Camp - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9jNmU0YzgxMzE1Y2YwNjZjMjYxZTc3YTZjNmY0OTlkNmRlOTE2ZTlmYzZkMTNkODA0ODMwZjg0Mjg3YTE2MWMxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDE0OTktZGM0ODQ4NDgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzkxMTc2NDc0.avif - **Price**: USD 98 to 109 - **Categories**: fitness - **Event Name**: Taste of the Arts: Jessica Vosk & AnQi Bistro - **Description**: Taste of the Arts is back — and we couldn't be more excited to welcome you to our second season. This beloved 6-night subscription series returns for 2026–27, once again bringing together two of life's greatest pleasures: outstanding live performance and - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Tue May 11 2027 at 05:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/taste-of-the-arts-jessica-vosk-and-anqi-bistro/200030588513453 - **Venue**: Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvNDBjZGNiMWYzYjE1YzEwMDc4ZDE1NDQxMTAwMzkyNWUwOWEzZGZmM2FjMWE3YjZlYWUzMGRjYTNlZTgyNmFmZC1yaW1nLXcxMjAwLWg2NzUtZGNhODQ4MzgtZ21pcj92PTE3ODg1NjE5MDA.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks, workshops, art, theatre - **Event Name**: Taste of the Arts: American Ballet Theatre The Sleeping Beauty & Water Grill - **Description**: Taste of the Arts is back — and we couldn't be more excited to welcome you to our second season. This beloved 6-night subscription series returns for 2026–27, once again bringing together two of life's greatest pleasures: outstanding live performance and - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Thu Apr 15 2027 at 05:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/taste-of-the-arts-american-ballet-theatre-the-sleeping-beauty-and-water-grill/200030473411225 - **Venue**: Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy82ZTE0MWY0ZThkY2IxOTY0OWJjZTAzZmQzNTc3N2Q3ZDJjNGVmZDdkMThmOWQyMDllMWFhOGI0MDVjN2IxMDNjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzI4NTg3OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODcyNDAxMA.avif - **Categories**: art, theatre, workshops, performances, entertainment, live-music - **Event Name**: WINE MASTERCLASS - **Description**: See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip up to 7 curated wines paired with food. Leave with a custom bottle to take home (additional cost).About this EventDevelop a systematic approach to tasting and evaluating wine in this educational co - **Date**: Thu Apr 29 2027 at 06:00 pm – Thu Apr 29 2027 at 08:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/wine-masterclass/100001995844680165 - **Venue**: Inspired Art Wine - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8yNWNkZDA4YWNmOGUxN2JjZTYxZjJmNTY5Y2QxYjU2YjUwNWY2YzVhYWM3NDQyZmM4Y2U1NWQ5Mjc5MjQ1MWYyLXJpbWctdzgzNS1oNTA1LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTQ3MDY1NA.avif - **Price**: USD 34 to 204 - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops, food-drinks - **Event Name**: WINE FUNDAMENTAL CLASS: Wine Regions - **Description**: See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip up to 7 curated wines paired with food. Leave with a custom bottle to take home (additional cost).About this EventDo you want to learn about wine, but don’t know where to start? We can relate. At o - **Date**: Thu Mar 18 2027 at 06:00 pm – Thu Mar 18 2027 at 08:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/wine-fundamental-class-wine-regions/100001995844054293 - **Venue**: Inspired Art Wine - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9iYjYzNmFiZjIzNzVhZDZmMDY1MjQzYjI1N2JjZDhjZDU3ZmM0YTVjOTNlYzkzMGI1ZDc0YTFkMjkxYzAxNTZkLXJpbWctdzgzNS1oNTA1LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTgyMjMwOA.avif - **Price**: USD 34 to 139 - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops ## Trending Events in Costa Mesa - **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Costa Mesa, CA - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate - **Venue**: Costa Mesa - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a816d77c83e1.jpg - **Event Name**: OC Japan Fair 2026 Fall - **Description**: EXPERIENCE JAPAN with food, sake, music, performances, cultural activities, and more at the biggest Japanese festival on Oct 16-18, 2026!About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/00fa43c0-c45d-11f1-8bb2-5d37076 - **Venue**: OC Fair & Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/93791e1dd2e6e35ec4447e7ce3e0460919df755f8d57aba62d48ec6068fec89d-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf1f2f3-gmir.jpg?v=1783358364 - **Event Name**: Pacific Symphony - Carmina Burana at Segerstrom Center for the Arts - Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall - **Venue**: Segerstrom Center for the Arts - Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/cbcad280-c6c5-11f1-9b17-2d4e02041cf4-rimg-w1200-h510-dc180808-gmir.webp?v=1791868825 - **Event Name**: Doja Cat: Tour Ma Vie World Tour - **Description**: Doja Cat Venue: Chase Center San Francisco, CA Date: 19 Oct, 2026 - 07:30 PM - **Venue**: San Francisco C.A - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/5dc57bcf4fe784bb1da81b2596c126b42546e022390fce0aa1dea411d71eb290-rimg-w1200-h706-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1788243823 - **Event Name**: Benny Benassi - **Venue**: Time Nightclub - CA - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/cc0b1420-c536-11f1-ba03-b7505d4e7d42-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf858f8-gmir.jpg?v=1791697456 - **Event Name**: Tokimonsta - **Venue**: Time Nightclub - CA - **Event Name**: Houston Ballet: Sons de L'ame - **Venue**: Segerstrom Center For The Arts - Segerstrom Hall - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/3cf32d80-98d2-11f1-9a40-7b90de720125-rimg-w1200-h800-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1786816422 - **Event Name**: HALLOWEEN NIGHT @ OC FAIRGROUNDS $10 W/RSVP BEFORE 10:30PM | 18+ - **Description**: Halloween Night - OC Fairgrounds TakeOverAbout this Event🎃 HALLOWEEN NIGHT 🎃5000+ Capacity — This Event Will Sell Out!Orange County, get ready for one - **Venue**: OC Fairground Costa Mesa Building - **Event Name**: Eli & Fur - **Venue**: Time Nightclub - CA ## Browse Food & Drinks Events by Date - [Food & Drinks Events Today in Costa Mesa](https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/food-drinks--today) - [Food & Drinks Events This Weekend in Costa Mesa](https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/food-drinks--this-weekend) - [Food & Drinks Events in October in Costa Mesa](https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/food-drinks--october) - [Food & Drinks Events in November in Costa Mesa](https://allevents.in/costa-mesa/food-drinks--november) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa? - **A:** OC Japan Fair 2026 Fall (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 04:00 pm at OC Fair & Event Center), Orange County Wine Fest - November 7th & 8th (Sat Nov 07 2026 at 12:00 pm at The Hangar at OC Fair & Event Center), Gluten Free Fall Tasting Event - Hosted by GFLA (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:00 am at 2039 Continental Ave, Costa Mesa, CA), Trivia & Taco Tuesday (Tue Oct 13 2026 at The Wayfarer), Taste of the Arts: Tituss Burgess & Morton's The Steakhouse (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 05:00 pm at Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa, California). - **Q**: What are the top free Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa? - **A:** Trivia & Taco Tuesday (Tue Oct 13 2026 at The Wayfarer). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Costa Mesa today October 13, 2026? - **A:** Trivia & Taco Tuesday (Tue Oct 13 2026 at The Wayfarer). - **Q**: What Food & Drinks events are happening in Costa Mesa in October 2026? - **A:** OC Japan Fair 2026 Fall (Fri Oct 16 2026 at 04:00 pm at OC Fair & Event Center), Gluten Free Fall Tasting Event - Hosted by GFLA (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:00 am at 2039 Continental Ave, Costa Mesa, CA), Trivia & Taco Tuesday (Tue Oct 13 2026 at The Wayfarer), Neat @ Nite (Mon Oct 12 2026 at 05:00 pm at Neat Coffee), OC Japan Fair 2026 Fall (Fri, 16 Oct at 04:00 pm at OC Fair & Event Center). - **Q**: How can I find Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa include OC Fair & Event Center, The Hangar at OC Fair & Event Center, 2039 Continental Ave, Costa Mesa, CA. - **Q**: What is the price range for Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa? - **A:** Prices for Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa range from USD 3 to USD 204. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa include Japan Product Promotion, Silver-Ince Productions, LLC, Nathaniel Fuentes. - **Q**: Are there any online Food & Drinks events available? - **A:** Yes, many Food & Drinks events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Food & Drinks events in Costa Mesa? - **A:** Follow the Food & Drinks category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Food & Drinks events are listed in Costa Mesa. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/7d/3b7eda185942c291f6c4d1b664725c/music.png ## Food & Drink events from nearby cities - [Food & Drink events in Newport Beach](https://allevents.in/newport-beach/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Fountain Valley](https://allevents.in/fountain-valley/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Irvine](https://allevents.in/irvine/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Huntington Beach](https://allevents.in/huntington-beach/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Santa Ana](https://allevents.in/santa-ana/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Tustin](https://allevents.in/tustin/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Garden Grove](https://allevents.in/garden-grove-ca/food-drinks) - [Food & Drink events in Westminster](https://allevents.in/westminster-ca/food-drinks)