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Orange County Bowers Museum Mehregan Persian Festival Guide Sunday October 4 2026.
Mehregan Persian Festival is a free friendly family event at 11:00am-3:00pm.
Enjoy free activities for the whole family and Enjoy live performances, art making, face painting and complimentary treats at every festival.
Celebrate Mehregan, one of Iran’s oldest festivals, marking the harvest season and the arrival of autumn.
Rooted in ancient Zoroastrian tradition, Mehregan honors Mithra, the deity associated with light, friendship, and love.
Bring the whole family to enjoy free hands-on art activities, face painting, live music and dance performances, and a taste of a traditional Iranian sweet treat.
Mehregan Persian Festival Features
Schedule at Key Courtyard
11:00am-3:00pm: Face painting, art projects, and Persian calligraphy by Mohtadi Mirak.
Enjoy a Taste of the Seasons Box and a special treat from Maison de la Fork (while supplies last), plus the Mehregan Table designed by Marjeneh.
12:00pm: Music performance by Aria Music Academy
12:45pm: Dance performance by Melieka Fathi Dance Company
1:00pm: Live perfomance by Aria Music Academy
1:30pm: Intermission
2:00pm: Dance Performance by Melieka Fathi Dance Company
2:15pm: Live Perfomance by Aria Music Academy
2026 Free Family Festivals Schedules
Sunday October 4 2026: Mehregan Persian Festival
Sunday November 1 2026: Mexican Day of the Dead
Sunday December 6 2026: International Winter Holidays
Festival Will Be Uploaded Online One Week After The Event
A recording of the festival will be available for viewing on Facebook and YouTube one week after the event takes place.
Bowers Museum Is Located at 2002 North Main Street in Santa Ana
Bowers Overflow Parking
Special thanks to the Schools First Federal Credit Union for providing overflow parking next door to Bowers Museum, in the event that the Museum’s lots are full.
Overflow parking will close at 4:30 pm.
Times and Dates are subject to change.
Please contact the event organizer for the most up to date information.