Concerts
Last Updated on Sep 24, 2025
Located at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, the Pacific Amphitheatre seats around 8,000 guests and is a premier outdoor concert venue. It is especially well known for its summer concert series during the Orange County Fair, featuring top artists across multiple genres, making it a favorite Southern California destination for live music under the stars.
When attending a show at the Pacific Amphitheatre in Costa Mesa, you'll discover several stylish and convenient hotels just minutes away by foot or car. The Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn is a local favorite, located about 0.4 miles from the venue and praised for its clean, comfortable rooms and helpful staff. A bit further but still within easy reach, the Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach offers spacious suites with kitchenettes and a relaxed, upscale vibe. For a more polished downtown stay with access to shopping and dining, the Westin South Coast Plaza Costa Mesa impresses guests with refined décor and top-tier service just over two miles away. Each of these well-regarded hotels offers excellent comfort and convenience for your concert‑going weekend.
Costa Mesa’s vibrant dining scene around the Pacific Amphitheatre boasts an array of refined restaurants just a brief walk or drive away. Indulge in rich, authentic Italian flavors at Filomena’s Italian Kitchen, located just 0.7 miles from the venue and praised for its cozy ambiance and delicious pastas. For those craving upscale American fare with seasonal flair, both Seasons 52 and The Capital Grille in nearby South Coast Plaza offer polished settings and excellent menus roughly 2.8 miles away. Dive into sophisticated Mexican with bold flavors at Descanso – Plancha Dining, just 1.4 miles away, or savor the polished atmosphere of Silver Trumpet Restaurant & Bar at Avenue of the Arts, blending upscale cuisine with lounge vibes. And for a show-stopping experience, the Michelin-starred Knife Pleat delivers exquisite French-inspired tasting menus in a luxurious penthouse setting —each a stellar choice to elevate your evening before or after the concert.