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Annual Rancho Days Fiesta

From Annual Rancho Days Fiesta, a person performing a lasso trick in front of a crowd,
Lake Forest Heritage Hill Historic Park
25151 Serrano Road
Lake Forest, California 92630
Saturday, May 2, 2026 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Free

Join OC Parks at Heritage Hill Historical Park for the annual Rancho Days Fiesta! Learn about the rich history of Orange County's rancho era through hands-on activities, crafts, music, dance and more!

Activities and performances include:

  • Native American and Folklorico dancing
  • Early California ranching hands-on activities and exhibitors
  • Music, piñata breaking and crafts for children*
  • Charro horse riding and roping demonstrations
  • Historic buildings open, courtesy of the Amigos de la Colina docents
  • Pets are welcome outdoors only on leashes no longer than six feet. Event and parking are free.
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