- The list below includes 675 free or cheap things to do in or near Costa Mesa, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Gardens.
- From California Scenario to Fairview Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Costa Mesa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Long Beach, Cerritos and Lakewood.
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Pine Avenue
Pine Avenue, between Ocean Blvd. and 3rd Ave., Long Beach, CA
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Part of downtown Long Beach, Pine Avenue is packed with restaurants, nightspots and plenty of shopping opportunities. The establishments in this area are particularly renowned for their holiday extravaganza events and New Year's Eve parties, which draw revelers from throughout the Pacific Northwest.
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Del Obispo and Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, CA 92629
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At Doheny State Beach, visitors can go swimming, surfing, hiking, biking, fishing, and geocaching. The location also offers access to interpretive exhibits, a visitor center, exhibits, and a picnic area.
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The Coach House
33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Offering premier entertainment in the San Juan Capistrano area, The Coach House plays host to a variety of shows. The casual atmosphere allows guests to feel laid back when enjoying dinner, drinks and a concert by a touring headliner or local band.
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At Dana Point Harbor, tourists can visit a variety of shopping destinations, including coffee and tea shops, clothing stores, and artisan chocolate shops. The location's restaurants include Jon's Fish Market, which offers live music.
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33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Dinner and entertainment are combined in one venue at the Coach House Concert Hall. Guests can enjoy dinner with live music from a variety of artists, both local and national.
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Liberty Park and Fitness Center is a 35 acre area with a dance studio, racquetball courts, and workout facilities. Park amenities include water play, a jogging track, a disc golf course, and a softball diamond.
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Windermere Park is a five acre neighborhood park. The park includes playground equipment for younger children, a soccer field, a community room, and spots for picnicking.
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Host of the annual Heritage Festival and Parade, the City of Placentia is a medium-size city with lots of amenities including parks and recreational programs. Its downtown area is also popular for its Mexican cuisine.
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Named for the calm waters, Baby Beach offers a no wake zone with buoys marking the protected swim area. Kayaking and paddle boarding are popular activities. Lifeguards are seasonal. Parking is free.
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18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92686
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Dedicated to America's 37th president, the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum is a historical center fit for any history buff. Visitors can view the restored Nixon estate and memorials, a replica of the White House East Room, and a Marine One helicopter.