The Original Lobster Festival returns for its 29th year of providing Fresh Live Maine Lobster, prepared to mouth-watering perfection in the World’s Largest Cooker. You can dance away the calories to a variety of popular artists throughout the day on the dance floor, enjoy tasty eats in the food court, kick back in the VIP Lounge, enjoy complimentary Stella Rosa Wine and Spritzer Sampling, treat yourself to a first-class tequila/whiskey tasting experience by El Baston del Rey (Voted #1), check out the local artisans, sip on adult beverages (beer, wine, specialty drinks — infamous Signature drink "Screaming Lobster" and Margaritas), and sing a tune at the Karaoke Lounge with a Live Band. There is something for everyone, including kids, Magic Shows, Balloon Sculptures, Face Painting, Carnival Rides and Games.

2025 Live Music features Brothers Igniting A Groove, Bruno and the Hooligans, REMJ - Michael Jackson Tribute Tour Show with LIVE BAND, Devotional The Depeche MODE Experience featuring Freddie Morales, Rio: A Tribute to Duran Duran, Jumping Jack Flash, BYOB and Outerwave.

Schedule of Events

September 5, 2025

5-11pm

FRIDAY: $5 General Admission and $5 Beers.
Live Music, DJ, Free Souvenir E-Photo, Kararoke Lounge with Live Band, Specialty Drinks and more.
B.Y.O.B. (Bringing You Oldies & Blues)

5:30-7pm
BYOB gives some crushing rock power to "oldies" while wailing some heart felt city blues felt through generations of the heat of the streets of LA . A high energy performance of rock and blues that leaves audiences dancing and rocking into the nights.
Brothers Igniting A Groove (B.I.G.)

8:30-10pm
Music is in their blood and veins. B.I.G. has performed with the likes of many well-known artists. Their energy and dynamic performance is unsurpassed.

KLIQ Radio Station with
DJ DiYs and DJ XX7
5-5:30pm, 7:30-8:30pm and 10-11pm
DANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Karaoke Lounge
with Live Band
SECOND STAGE
7-10:30pm
Included in general admission. Join us center stage and become the lead singer of a rocking live band!

September 6, 2025

12pm-11pm

Outerwave
12pm-1:30pm
OuterWave plays surf music with vintage gear the way it was meant to played, without digital effects and with plenty of wet dripping reverb staying true to the surf music of the 60's when muscle cars ruled Pacific Coast Highway and surfboards were taller than the surfers. It's 1963 and surfs up.

Bruno and the Hooligans
2:30-3:30pm and 4-5pm
BRUNO and the HOOLIGANS offer an exciting mix of the Funk and R&B sound of Bruno Mars. One of the very best tribute bands in the industry. BRUNO and the HOOLIGANS performs the full range of Bruno Mars' live band onstage, including some of the most complex and challenging songs recorded and performed for live audiences.

REMJ - Michael Jackson Tribute Tour Show with LIVE BAND
5:45-7:15pm
RemJ’s power-packed tribute to Michael Jackson has ignited crowds and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see. What sets RemJ apart from other tribute artists is that he pays studious attention to Jackson’s every original groove and gravity-defying dance move. RemJ has assembled a premiere group of backup dancers to execute this pinpoint choreography combined with synchronized dance routines, resulting in a performance delivered with soul that brings together people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities.

Devotional The Depeche MODE Experience featuring Freddie Morales
8:15-9:15pm and 10-11pm
Celebrating over 7 years of electrifying performances, this acclaimed touring show delivers a powerful live audio and visual experience that captures the essence and energy of Depeche Mode like no other.

KLIQ Radio Station with
DJ DiYs and DJ XX7
throughout the day & night.

The Arty Loon Show! - SECOND STAGE (12-6pm)
With over 18 years of experience and over 1000 shows under his belt, Arty Loon is one of the funniest and friendliest family entertainers in the world. Arty's began by taking an interest in the magic at an early age. At the age of 14 he became a part of the Los Angeles Magic Castle's junior magicians program, and since then has been astounding audiences. With comedy magic, amazing illusions, spectacular juggling, fantastic balloon sculptures, hilarious puppetry, and tons of audience participation, Arty has created the ultimate show for any occasion!

Original Lobster Festival Official Mascot
12-4pm
Meet the Original Lobster Festival official mascot. He loves to be in the spotlight. Be sure to take a picture with him.

Karaoke Lounge
with Live Band
SECOND STAGE
7-10:30pm
Included in general admission. Join us center stage and become the lead singer of a rocking live band!

MYART Showcase Troupe - SECOND STAGE (3:10-3:50pm)
MYART’s Showcase Troupe is a performance team with a 25 year history of offering comprehensive training in vocals, dance and stage presence, while developing a strong sense of community awareness, responsibility and teamwork. Showcase Troupe serves as MYART’s outreach program, with a clear vision to enrich and broaden community awareness of the performing arts throughout LA and Orange Counties.

September 7, 2025

12pm-8pm

REMJ - REMJ - Michael Jackson Tribute Tour Show with LIVE BAND
12-1:30pm
RemJ’s power-packed tribute to Michael Jackson has ignited crowds and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see. What sets RemJ apart from other tribute artists is that he pays studious attention to Jackson’s every original groove and gravity-defying dance move. RemJ has assembled a premiere group of backup dancers to execute this pinpoint choreography combined with synchronized dance routines, resulting in a performance delivered with soul that brings together people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities.

RemJ’s power-packed tribute to Michael Jackson has ignited crowds and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see.

Rio: A Tribute to Duran Duran
2:15-3:45pm
Rio is a tribute band for fans, by fans, bringing the next best thing to Duran Duran since 2008.

Jumping Jack Flash
THE Tribute to the Rolling Stones!
4:30-5:30pm and 6-7pm
Greatest hits from the band that has been called "The World's Greatest Rock & Roll Band."

KLIQ Radio Station with
DJ DiYs and DJ XX7
throughout the day & night.

The Arty Loon Show! - SECOND STAGE (12-6pm)
With over 18 years of experience and over 1000 shows under his belt, Arty Loon is one of the funniest and friendliest family entertainers in the world. Arty's began by taking an interest in the magic at an early age. At the age of 14 he became a part of the Los Angeles Magic Castle's junior magicians program, and since then has been astounding audiences. With comedy magic, amazing illusions, spectacular juggling, fantastic balloon sculptures, hilarious puppetry, and tons of audience participation, Arty has created the ultimate show for any occasion!

Original Lobster Festival Official Mascot
12-4pm
Meet the Original Lobster Festival official mascot. He loves to be in the spotlight. Come and take a picture with him.

MYART Showcase Troupe - SECOND STAGE (3:10-3:50pm)
MYART’s Showcase Troupe is a performance team with a 25 year history of offering comprehensive training in vocals, dance and stage presence, while developing a strong sense of community awareness, responsibility and teamwork. Showcase Troupe serves as MYART’s outreach program, with a clear vision to enrich and broaden community awareness of the performing arts throughout LA and Orange Counties.

Date:
September 5-7, 2025

Hours:
September 5, 2025 from 5:00pm to 11:00pm
September 6, 2025 from 12:00pm to 11:00pm
September 7, 2025 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm

Location:
Fountain Valley Sports Park, 16400 Brookhurst Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

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