Upcoming Events
SEPTEMBER
Sept 11
San Clemente Outlets and South OC Cars and Coffee
Enjoy the state’s largest weekly car meet, South OC Cars & Coffee, featuring a mix of hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle, and more… from 9am to 11am…and do a little shopping and grab a bite while you’re there! You can also jump on a free trolley from the Outlets to the 25th Annual San Clemente Car Show in downtown San Clemente, between 10am and 3pm.
RanchRide will run from 10am to 3pm. No reservations necessary.
Service From:
The Garage at: 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, noon
Esencia & Rodear at: 9:03,10:03, 11:03, 12:03
Esencia Green at: 9:05, 10:05, 11:05, 12:05
Canyon House at: 9:08, 10:08, 11:08, 12:08
Guest House at: 9:15, 10:15, 11:15 and 12:15
Return Trips From The Outlets at: 1:15 and 2:15
SEPTEMBER
Sept 25 (2 events)
The Greek Festival
Savor the unique food, music, dance, and marketplace at this annual cultural event which also features a special Kids Zone.
Admission is $3; tickets are sold at the door.
For more info: https://www.sjcgreekfest.org/
Ohana Festival
There’ll be 3 music stages to entertain you, artwork, storytelling, conservationist panels and much more.
Advance tickets are on sale now: Daily pass is $138.50; weekend and other passes are also available. Ticket info at:
https://www.ohanafest.com/tickets
RanchRide will run on Saturday only from noon til 10pm, to both events by reservation only. To register for festival RanchRide shuttle service on Saturday, September 25, please click here or check the RanchLife App.
OCTOBER
Oct 13
Historic Downtown Orange
Stroll the antique shops, boutiques and eateries at OC’s most popular Downtown!
RanchRide will leave The Ranch at 11am; return by 4pm. We’ll be picking you up at either The Garage, The Getaway, Canyon House or Guest House.
This is a reservations-only event. To book your reservation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf_Prz7fVvXxeudjW1owHEk3cRhgpq7oac0ap78vIw_yNTrsQ/viewform
Reservations must be received by noon, Monday, October 11th and are on a first-come basis with a limit of 54 people.
Get the App!
RanchRide is now taking reservations for many of its offerings. Reservations are booked through the RanchLife app (free, downloadable through Apple or Google on tablets or mobile devices).
It’s easy and takes just a minute:
An Invitation for a Group Outing
Would you like to plan a celebration, a multi-family trip to a local destination, an off-site ‘block party’ with friends and neighbors?
Between September and December, RanchRide will provide FREE transportation for your group outing, if it meets the following criteria:
- A minimum of 40 people (including kids) going to ONE destination
OR
A minimum of 28 people (including kids) going to TWO destinations - Your trip must take place within a 5-hour window from start to finish
- Your trip must take place within southern Orange County (Irvine, Laguna Beach, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, San Clemente, Newport Beach, Mission Viejo and Costa Mesa)
- Your trip must begin in and return to RMV
Interested? Contact RanchRide at: ride@ranchride.net. (Subject to trips meeting the above criteria and vehicle availability)
Here’s some ideas of where you might go:
- Local museums
- Local theatres
- Shopping
- Beach trips
- Local events for children and/or families
Let’s Bike!
Ranch Bike Ride
Our first community ride from Sendero Field to San Juan Capistrano was enjoyed by all who participated. We’re working with OC Bike Coalition to schedule more rides as summer approaches.
Let us know if you’d like to be notified of upcoming community rides; they are reservation-based (limited to 25-30 riders) through the RanchLife app.
Below are the basic requirements:
-18+
-Each participant must sign an OCBC insurance waiver to bring to the event. Children under 18 must have waiver signed by a parent or guardian. Click here to download the waiver.
-Each person must bring a bike and a helmet.
-Bikes only (no scooters) – but e-bikes are welcome.
OC Bike Coalition – LIVE EVENT- Safe Cycling
Bike Safety
Check out this special presentation from the Orange County Bike Coalition experts which was developed for especially for Ranch riders.
It’s full of helpful information and tips about bicycling safely on the Ranch and beyond. Watch the presentation here: https://vimeo.com/567173447
Cycling Savvy also has excellent free courses broken into modules by topic — view these at your own pace:
https://cyclingsavvy.org/courses/essentials-short-course/
