City of Brea
Brea is located in the foothills of North Orange County. The official founding date was January 19, 1911. The City of Brea became incorporated on February 23, 1917.
The word "Brea" means tar in Spanish. In early history chunks of the oil soaked earth where used for fuel and domestic purposes like heating homes and waterproofing roofs. In 1894, the Union Oil Company purchased 1,200 acres of land to be used for oil development.
Annual Events in the City of Brea:
Bridal Show - (Saturday, January 28th) 11am-3pm @ the Brea Community Center 695 E Madison Way
Contact 714-671-4427 for more information. $6.00 Admission
Spring Boutique - (Saturday, March 17th) 9am to 4pm @ Brea Community Center 695 E Madison Way
250 vendors, crafts, seasonal and year round gifts, jewelry, tasty goodies and much more.
Contact 714-990-7771 for more information. $2.00 Admission
See, Hear, Smile Health Fair - (April) @ the Brea Community Center 695 E Madison Way
Contact 714-990-7150 for more information
Jewelry Show & Womens Accessories (Saturday, May 5th) 9am-4pm @ Brea Community Center 695 E Madison Way
100 vendors with womens jewelry, accessories, handbags, hats, scarves and so much more.
Contact 714-990-7771 for more information
July 4 Country Fair (July 4th) @ City Hall Park 401 S. Brea Blvd
Pancake breakfast starts at 7:00am. Live entertainment, parade, food, games and craft area.
Contact 714-990-7771
Concerts in the Park (July thru August) 6:30pm to 8pm @ City Hall Park 401 S Brea Blvd
Lively music of various genres will be presented.
Brea Fest (Friday, August 24th) 6:30-10pm @ Brea Civic & Cultural Center 1 Civic Center Cir
Come sample delicious food and beverages from over 30 area restaurants.
Contact 714-990-7771
Wellness Festival (Saturday, September 29th) 10am to 2pm @ Brea Community Center 695 E Madison Way
Contact 714-990-7740
Nutcracker Craft Boutique (Friday, Nov 16th 9am to 6pm & Saturday, Nov. 17th 9am to 4pm) @ Brea Community Center 695 E Madison Way
250 vendors display one of a kind holiday gifts, decorations, food & collectibles.
Contact 714-990-7771
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony (early December) on the front steps of the Brea Civic & Cultural Center 1 Civic Center Cir
Live music and Entertainment
Contact 714-990-7771