LET’S Go, See AND Do THINGS THIS SUMMER

WELCOME BACK to another edition of Go.See.Do—our biannual guide for fun and exciting happenings in and around South Orange County.

And though it hasn’t quite felt like summer just yet with the sun still hiding behind these cloudy days, we’ve found some opportunities to help us all get out of this “June Gloom” slump.

To start, we send readers off this summer on some docent-led tours with the help of our local historical groups who can highlight all the rich history found in Dana Point, San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano.

There’s no shortage of bars in South County, and with that, there’s no shortage of spots to catch some of your favorite tunes from local cover bands or even discover new bands you’ve never heard. Here, we’ll outline some of the various music venues so you can see which one best matches your vibe.

And speaking of live music, we run down the list of rock, soul and country acts performing this summer as part of our respective cities’ free concert series at parks and beaches.

For those looking for something a bit more low-key, we get the lowdown on San Clemente’s no-so-secret speakeasy—a concept that is becoming increasingly popular and is taking the ’20s part of the 2020s to heart.

In between all this fun and exploration, we make a food run to some of the many taquerias in South County. As we chow down on these delicious tacos for some much-needed sustenance, we break down these shops’ menus and what sets them apart.

And as our coastal weather starts to heat up, we highlight all the breweries in our three towns that have outdoor patio space for games, activities and fun under the sun—whenever it does come out of hiding. Here’s to a fantastic and adventurous summer!