Category of events/programs for partners and sponsors
Events and programs create everyday recreation opportunities for our diverse community to connect. Our events range from cultural celebrations, holidays, family-friendly entertainment, and festivals. Partners and Sponsors can expect high pubic visibility and exposure to a wide demographic of Santa Ana residents and visitors. Larger events that draw crowds above 6,000 people are considered premium events and are conducted on a larger scale.
View our full list of events and program opportunities below and learn more on involvement levels here.
Category of event/ programs
Events and programs are categorized into three different groups based on estimated attendance: standard, main, and grand.
Find more event specific details by visiting our city events web page.
Standard (2,000 or less participants)
Me Encanta Santa Ana |
Saturday, May 3, 2025 |
Jerome Park |
Expected Attendance: 1,000 |
Shakespeare in the Park |
Date: TBD |
Location: TBD |
Expected Attendance: 500 |
Dia de los Muertos: Magic of the Altars |
November 1, 2025 |
Roosevelt-Walker Community Center |
Expected Attendance: 350 |
Summer Movies in the Park |
Fridays, June 6 - July 25, 2025 |
Various Santa Ana parks |
Expected Attendance: 600 |
International Older Adults Celebration |
Friday, October 3, 2025 |
Jerome Park |
Expected Attendance: 350 |
Roosevelt-Walker Open House |
Date: TBD |
Roosevelt-Walker Community Center |
Expected Attendance: 350 |
Concerts in the Park |
Thursdays, June 18 - August 20, 2025 |
Various Santa Ana parks |
Expected Attendance: 500 |
Jerome Spooktacular |
Date: TBD |
Jerome Center |
Expected Attendance: 350 |
Plaza Navideña |
Saturday, November 23, 2024 |
Plaza Calle Cuatro |
Expected Attendance: 1,500 |
Main (between 2,000 - 15,000 participants)
Tết (Lunar New Year) Festival |
Saturday, January 25, 2025 |
Centennial Park |
Expected Attendance: 2,000 |
Fourth of July |
Friday, July 4, 2025 |
Centennial Park |
Expected Attendance: 7,500 |
Santa Ana Fun Run |
Saturday, March 1, 2025 |
Santa Ana Stadium |
Expected Attendance: 3,000 |
Chicano Heritage Festival |
Sunday, August 10, 2025 |
Centennial Park |
Expected Attendance: 7,500 |
EGG-Cellent Adventure |
Saturday, April 19, 2025 |
Centennial Park |
Expected Attendance: 6,500 |
Mid-Autumn Festival |
Saturday, October 11, 2025 |
Centennial Park |
Expected Attendance: 5,000 |
Grand (15,000+ participants)
Fiestas Patrias |
September 13 - 14, 2025 |
TBD |
Expected Attendance: 30,000 |
Programs you can get involved in
All programs are considered part of the standard category. View some of our most popular city recreational programs below.
Kid’s Night Out |
Rotating Community Centers |
Drop off your children for a safe and fun Friday night. |
Wilderness Club |
Meet at Roosevelt - Walker Community Center |
Discover the natural beauty of local wilderness parks through guided hikes, educational field trips, and hands-on volunteer opportunities. |
Teen excursion program |
Meet at Garfield Community Center |
An opportunity for teens to travel around Southern California and make new friends. |
Summer Splash Day Camp |
Jerome Center, El Salvador Center, and Salgado Center |
A summer youth program dedicated to fostering personal growth through outdoor group activities, swim lessons, and exciting weekly off-site adventures! |
Senior Coffee Bar |
Santa Ana Senior Center Southwest Senior Center |
Complimentary coffee bar serving our Santa Ana seniors Monday through Friday. |
For any questions or inquiries please contact the Community Engagement team at parksandrecreation@santa-ana.org or (714) 571-4207.