Boo at the Zoo is back! Join the Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park for an evening of silly and spooky fun with trick-or-treating throughout the zoo, special animal presentations and other family-friendly activities. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are only $2 for Santa Ana residents (there is a limited number each day.) … Continued
Calling all local performers! Are you ready to light up the stage this holiday season? The Santa Ana Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency invites you to be part of this year’s Plaza Navideña celebration at Plaza Calle Cuatro (325 E. 4th St.) on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 5 to 8 p.m. Showcase your talent … Continued
The City of Santa Ana, in partnership with ELS Architecture and Urban Planning, is proud to announce that the new Memorial Park Aquatics Facility, currently under construction, has received a Design Merit Award from the American Institute of Architects, Orange County Chapter (AIAOC). The AIAOC Design Awards celebrate exceptional and innovative architectural achievements in Orange … Continued
The City of Santa Ana celebrated the 45th annual Fiestas Patrias in downtown Santa Ana on Sept. 13 and 14, 2025. The Grito de Independencia ceremony with the Mexican Consulate in Santa Ana celebrating Mexican Independence was held on Sept. 13, and the parade was on Sept. 14 on Main Street. Watch videos below.
Celebrate the Fall Season at the Autumn Fest Open House! The City of Santa Ana invites the community to celebrate the fall season at the first ever Autumn Fest Open House taking place at the Albert D. Salgado Recreation Center (706 N. Newhope St.) on Saturday, October 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. Guests will … Continued
Street closures will be in effect for the Santa Ana Fiestas Patrias celebration from Friday, September 12, to Monday, September 15. Festival area closures on 4th Street and surrounding streets will be from 5 a.m. Friday to 5 p.m. Monday. Parade route closures along Main Street will be from 4 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. … Continued
The fall edition of CULTURA is your ultimate guide to seasonal events, programs, and classes from Santa Ana Parks and Recreation, the Santa Ana Public Library, and the Santa Ana Zoo. Inside, you’ll find not only daily activities and community happenings, but also feature stories highlighting exciting projects across the city, like: the Sandpointe Park … Continued
Community education—also known as contract classes—provide specialized offerings that are more than just recreational fun. These instructor led programs include everything from fitness and dance to arts, sports, and personal development. They promote well-being, support local talent, and create meaningful opportunities for connection and growth across Santa Ana. Expanding access To offer a wide range … Continued
In Santa Ana, creativity isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a catalyst for transformation, especially when powered by collaboration. The City’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (PRCSA) knows that the most meaningful park improvements come from working with the community, not just for it. That’s why PRCSA seeks innovative, inclusive ways to stretch resources, build lasting … Continued
SANTA ANA, Calif. – Orange County’s only Fiestas Patrias festival and parade will return to Downtown Santa Ana for its 45th year in a weekend-long tribute to the diverse heritage of Latino communities and the independence of Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Honduras, Guatemala and Nicaragua. Santa Ana Fiestas Patrias 2025 will take place from … Continued
