upcoming fun times
Buffalo Exchange Earth Day $1 Sale
The Buffalo Exchange Earth Day $1 Sale is back! 🌍🐴 Join us on April 19th at 11 AM in the Bootlegger’s parking lot for a must-see selection of clothing, shoes, and accessories—all for just $1! 100% of proceeds benefit American Wild Horse Conservation’s efforts to protect wild horses and burros.
CASH ONLY | Arrive early with totes & cash!
Date: 04/19/2025 | Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
EARTH DAY AT THE LAB
BUFFALO EXCHANGE $1 SALE
Shop for a cause at Buffalo Exchange’s $1 Sale, located in the Bootleggers parking lot starting at 11am! All proceeds will go to the American Wild Horse Conservation, which champions humane, in-the-wild protection of wild horses and burros on public lands. The $1 Sale is CASH ONLY, so be sure to arrive early with your reusable shopping totes & cash!
EARTH DAY ECO-FRIENDLY MARKET
An eco-friendly marketplace hosted by The LAB focused on sustainable, local small businesses & conscious consumerism located by Plant Matter & Pen Pals from 11am-4pm.
MAY MARTIN PERMANENT JEWELRY
Permanent jewelry is a sustainable practice offering long-lasting, beautiful jewelry. Stop by May Martin’s trailer from 11am-3pm to get yours!
FREE BUTTERFLY BOUQUET WORKSHOP
Craft your own butterfly bouquet using hand cut butterfly shapes, wound by macrame cord to make a loom for weaving in lovely spring flowers to make a butterfly bouquet from 11am-2pm!
PAINT A POT AT PLANT MATTER
Paint A Pot workshop at the picnic table outside Plant Matter & Pen Pals from 11am-4pm!
SEABIRDS EARTH DAY SPECIAL
DIY Worms & Dirt dessert: avocado chocolate mousse, oreo “dirt”, dye-free vegan sprinkles & vegan gummy worms. $5 from every purchase of Worms in Dirt will be donated to The Ocean Cleanup!
TERRA CYCLE AT ECO NOW
Bring your beauty, bathroom, and prescription plastics to Eco Now on April 19th to participate in their TerraCycle recycling program! To recycle these hard-to-recycle items, donate $5 to Eco Now's nonprofit partner & use 40 loyalty points. It's an easy way to help the planet and support sustainability. Learn more about TerraCycle at econowca.com.
WOODEN EASTER EGG CRAFTING WORKSHOP
Hop into the spring spirit at our Wooden Easter Egg Decorating Workshop hosted by Donna Robb on April 12th from 11am-2pm in the LAB Living Room! This fun, FREE event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Get creative as you craft your very own Easter egg using paint pens, moss, raffia, pressed flowers, seeds, and more! Whether you're a crafting pro or a beginner, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on this festive, hands-on experience—bring your friends and family for an afternoon of creativity and fun!
Soldaze Studio Ring Making Workshop
Join us for a DIY Ring Making Workshop hosted by Soldaze Studio!
Learn how to make your own hand-stamped sterling silver ring.
Tickets available HERE
SOLDAZE STUDIO POP UP
Stop by The LAB Living Room on April 6th from 12:00-3:30 PM for a special pop-up featuring beautiful handcrafted jewelry by Soldaze Studio. Stop by and discover something you love from her unique collection of artisan jewelry!
LAB COSTA MESA FARMERS MARKET
Join us at The LAB for our first Costa Mesa Farmers Market Pop Up on Friday, April 4th, from 10 AM to 2 PM! Discover fresh produce, unique local goods & more. We hope to see you there!
JARKLUB POP UP
Experience Jarklub at The LAB!
🥗 Join us on Saturday, March 15th, from 11 AM to 3 PM in the Artery at The LAB for an exclusive Jarklub pop-up! Sample their delicious jar salads and grab one to-go!
🌿 Anatomy of a Jar Salad Workshop from 12 PM - 2 PM
Discover the secret to creating flavorful and perfectly layered jar salads in this hands-on workshop. Limited spots are available - it’s $20 to register, email info@jarklub.com to reserve your spot!
📍 Location: The Artery at The LAB
Mark your calendar and come hungry!
SOL MARKET
Join us Saturday, March 15th from 11am-4pm for curated community market with local vendors & artisans.
Candle Making Workshop
Lana, the founder of Prana by Lana, recently lost her store in the Pacific Palisades Fire & we are coordinating a Candle Workshop in effort to help her build back her business. Click here to learn more about the class!
Permanent Jewelry by may martin
There will be a Permanent Jewelry pop up located outside of the May Martin trailer by Nook. Click here to learn more about the May Martin Permanent Jewelry process!
No appointments necessary!
VALENTINE’S DAY CERAMIC PAINTING WORKSHOP
Join us for a $40 Valentine's Day Pottery Painting Workshop hosted by Donna Robb Friday, 2/14 from 2pm-6pm! This workshop includes a unique handmade bisque piece to paint, all necessary materials, complimentary snacks, and optional guidance. The workshop will be located at The LAB in the LAB Living Room at the Community Table.
Little Darlin' Flora Valentine's Day Pop Up
Shop stunning Valentine’s bouquets for your special someone—or treat yourself with beautiful florals from Little Darlin Flora’s Valentine’s Day Pop Up! Stop by The LAB to shop Little Darlin Flora’s pop up on February 14th from 11am-3pm located by May Martin & The Barrel Fountain! 🛍️🫶🏻🌸
MOD REF SAMPLE SALE + MARKET
Shop Mod Ref’s previous & exclusive collections plus a curated collection of local small businesses!
1/25 11am-5pm
1/26 11am-5pm
Additional parking available at 2900 Bristol Street across the street from the LAB
Eric Cocoletzi Art Exhibition
Eric Cocoletzi Art Exhibition
Located in the Artery at The LAB
12/11-12/14 from 10am-10pm
LAB Artist's Sunday Giveaway
Upload a photo of any artistic items purchased at The LAB on Artist’s Sunday 12.1 to be entered to win our giveaway!
Giveaway includes a custom LAB sketchbook, paint brush pencil & keychain!
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC
Live music featuring Anna May for your Small Business Saturday shopping enjoyment!
BLACK FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC
Live music featuring the Peggy Lynn Duo for your Black Friday Shopping Enjoyment!
Sol Market
Join us for a holiday market featuring local vendors & small businesses from 11am-4pm on November 23rd at The LAB!
holiday pottery class
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive ceramics painting workshop in The Artery at The LAB on November 16th! Join us for a creative afternoon filled with joy and artistic expression. Choose from three sessions: 2-4 PM, 4-6 PM, or 6-8 PM. Perfect for all skill levels, this class is a wonderful way to create unique gifts & decorations. Don’t miss out on the fun—RSVP today!
Trivia Night at Bootlegger's Brewery
Join us for Trivia Night at Bootlegger’s Brewery run by Geeks Who Drink on Wednesday nights at 7pm!
Hossro Khorsand Art Exhibition
Hossro Khorsand Art Exhibition in The Artery
October 25-30 from 4pm-8pm
Jane Bradbury Art Exhibition
Jane Bradbury Art Exhibition in The Artery
October 17th - 20th
10/17 4pm - 10pm
10/18 1pm - 10pm
10/19 11am - 10pm
10/20 1pm - 7pm
Mommy Night Out Lotion Bar Making Workshop - Eco Now x OC Parent Guide
Join us for a Mommy Night Out where we will make lotion bars in collaboration with OC Parent Guide. This class is for mom's and is a free event held in The LAB living room where you will learn how to make your own lotion bar, discover the importance of clean and natural ingredients, and the benefits of certain essential oils and herbs. In this fun make and take class we will explore the process of DIY lotion bars and the skills learned can be repeated in your own kitchen.
Spooky Pottery Class!
Join us for a spooky pottery class hosted by Donna Robb in the Artery on Saturday, September 21st! You will choose your own bisque fired ceramic piece to paint on your own spooktacular style! RSVP here & check out @oddartbydonna on Instagram for examples!
First Session: 4pm-6pm
Second Session: 6:15pm-8:15pm
Live Music Brunch at Seabirds!
Live Music Brunch with Andrew Lipow every Saturday in September on Seabird’s Patio from 12pm-2pm!
Trivia Night at Bootlegger's Brewery
Join us for Trivia Night at Bootlegger’s Brewery run by Geeks Who Drink on Wednesday nights at 7pm!
Labor Day Live Music at The LAB!
Join us for live music at The LAB on Labor Day featuring Muddy Mountain West from 11-2 outside by the barrel fountain!
MAY MARTIN CHARM BAR
May Martin is hosting a charm bar at their trailer from 11am-2pm every Monday & Tuesday in August. Stop by + pick out your charms to create a beautiful & unique piece!
Pen Pals Grand Opening!
Stop by Saturday, July 27 from 11am-4pm for Pen Pals’ Grand Opening + Plant Matter’s 4th Birthday celebration! There will be free merch, croffles & 15% off plants, tell all your pals!
Crafts & Drafts Pottery Painting at Bootlegger's Brewery
Grab a pint & paint a piece of pottery!
Join us for a pottery painting workshop hosted by @oddartbydonna on Sunday, July 21st from 12pm-3pm located at Bootlegger’s Brewery at The LAB Anti-Mall! 🎨 🍻
📍696 Randolph Ave, Suite B, Costa Mesa, CA
Stella Jean's Ice Cream grand opening
Join us Thursday, July 18th from 12pm-9pm for the grand opening of Stella Jean’s Ice Cream at The LAB!
The first 20 guests in line will receive a FREE Stella Jean’s Ice Cream tote, and the first 50 guests in line will receive a FREE kid’s scoop of our most popular flavor, Ube + Pandesal Toffee!