InterNations - Orange County's Trusted Expat Community

Welcome to Our International Community of Expats in Orange County!

Hello and welcome to the InterNations Community especially created to support you as you relocate to sunny Orange County, California. By joining InterNations, you'll gain access to detailed articles about moving to and working in Orange County as well as have opportunities to make new social contacts. Our helpful tips and advice provide answers to your questions like, "what's the cost of living in Orange County?" and "what education options are available?". If you have a question you can't find an answer to, take it to our welcoming forum where our friendly expats share their insider knowledge to ease your concerns. As an InterNations member, you can get support from other expats and benefit from their experience and the reassurance of knowing that you are not alone; you have a community of seasoned fellow global minds on your side.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Why you'll love InterNations in Orange County

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members in Orange County

monthly events

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and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Join Our Exciting Events in Orange County

Attend our monthly events and activities for Orange County expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

Irish Festival & Dance

8. March 2026, 21:30

11 attendees

Dear Members, Celebrate IRISH FEST at (...) Protected content (...) Come out and bring your friends and family for authentic Irish music, food, beer, drinks, and a fun time! Our restaurant is separate from the concert. The restaurant hours will be 11am-9pm. Come early and enjoy dinner! PLUS –

🌟 Dinner & Dance Night 🌟

14. March 2026, 03:00

3 attendees

Dear Members, Dear Friends, Join us for a fun evening of dinner, music, and dancing at a wonderful Mexican–Persian restaurant! Let’s enjoy great food, lively music, and good company together. 📍 Location: Mexican–Persian Restaurant 📅 Date: [Add date] ⏰ Time: [Add time] Come hungry, bring your posit

An Iconic Evening Above Los Angeles

15. March 2026, 01:00

17 attendees

Dear members, You’re warmly invited to join us for a magical evening at Yamashiro — one of Los Angeles’ most iconic and breathtaking destinations. Perched high above the Hollywood Hills, this historic gem offers sweeping city views, stunning sunsets, and a serene Japanese garden setting that feels

CandleLight Dinner Picnic at Park

28. March 2026, 03:00

7 attendees

Dear Members, Join us for a relaxing Candlelight Dinner at the Park on Friday, March 27 at 7:00 PM at Montane Park. Bring your sandwich or an easy dinner and enjoy a peaceful evening together in the beautiful park setting. Parking: You may park on Wesley Drive, on nearby street parking, or in the

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Do you like culture and music? Books? Food? Or is having a relaxed coffee and a chat more your thing? Whatever you're into, we've got the group for you. So go ahead and do more of what you love in Orange County - or learn something new!