Yorba Linda Community Happenings – September 2025

Brian Packham
Aug 27
6 min read

Updated: Aug 27

Local Events

Boots on Main Country Festival (Sep 13): Yorba Linda’s annual one-day country music festival returns for its third year on Main Street, from 2:00–10:00 PM bootsonmain.com. Expect live country music, line dancing, local food vendors, and family fun – over 10,000 people attended last year bootsonmain.com. Admission is free (RSVP via Eventbrite) and the event is open to all ages.
Dożynki Harvest Festival (Sep 20–21): The Pope John Paul II Polish Center will host its annual Dożynki harvest festival, celebrating Polish culture with folk dancing, traditional food (pierogi, stuffed cabbage, kielbasa, etc.), music and exhibits orangecounty.net. The festival runs Saturday and Sunday at 3999 Rose Drive in Yorba Linda orangecounty.net. All are welcome to experience this Polish thanksgiving tradition that dates back to the 16th century orangecounty.net.
Movie in the Park (Sep 20): The final Movies in the Park showing of the summer will feature Inside Out 2 on Saturday, Sep 20 at Eastside Community Park yorbalindaca.gov. The family-friendly movie starts at dusk and is free to attend – bring chairs, blankets and snacks. (No pre-registration required.)
Labor Day Closure (Sep 1): In observance of Labor Day, all Yorba Linda City facilities will be closed on Monday, September 1 yorbalindaca.gov. Regular hours will resume the following day.

Community & Lifestyle

Library Award: The Yorba Linda Public Library was honored as the 2025 Reader’s Choice Winner for Best Storytime by Parenting OC magazine yorbalindaca.gov. This award highlights the library’s exceptional Children’s Services staff and creative storytime programs that foster early literacy and joyful learning for local families yorbalindaca.gov. Residents are encouraged to visit the library to enjoy its award-winning storytimes and family resources.
Wildfire Preparedness Meeting: The City is hosting a Wildfire Preparedness Community Meeting on Wednesday, Sep 17 (6:00–8:00 PM) at the Yorba Linda Public Library yorbalindaca.gov. Officials will discuss personal/home disaster preparation, “Know Your Way” evacuation zones, and how local agencies are planning for wildfire season yorbalindaca.gov. All residents are invited to learn what to do and what to expect when a wildfire threatens Yorba Linda.
Farmers Market: Don’t forget the Yorba Linda Certified Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the Yorba Linda Friends Church parking lot (5091 Mountain View Ave)farmandcraftmarket.com. This weekly market features farm-fresh produce, artisan foods, craft vendors, and more in a family-friendly outdoor setting. It’s a great way to support local farmers and enjoy fresh, seasonal goods each weekend.

Business Openings/Closures

Now Open – New Local Businesses: Yorba Linda continues to attract new shops and eateries:

5th Ave. Bagelry – A local bagel shop offering fresh, preservative-free bagels and sandwiches, now open in the Yorba Ranch Center yorbalindaca.gov.
Bowl Bowl – A Korean cuisine restaurant (in the former Il Trullo location) has opened at the southeast corner of Lakeview Ave and Yorba Linda Blvd yorbalindaca.gov.
RE:SET Scalp Spa – A specialty spa for scalp and head treatments, now open in the Trader Joe’s center at Yorba Linda Blvd & Fairmont Blvd yorbalindaca.gov.
SEV Laser – A laser hair removal clinic now open next to Stefano’s in the Packing House Square center yorbalindaca.gov.
The New Mom School – A program offering classes for new mothers (from newborn care to mom’s wellness), now open in the Caduceus Medical Building on Yorba Linda Blvd yorbalindaca.gov.
Yifeng Bistro – An authentic Chinese restaurant known for handmade dumplings and xiao long bao, now serving customers in the Eastlake Village Center yorbalindaca.gov.

Coming Soon – In the Pipeline: Several new businesses are preparing to launch in Yorba Linda:

Broken Yolk Café – A popular breakfast/brunch spot on Main Street; construction of the new location is expected to resume soon yorbalindaca.gov.
Jin Cook – An authentic Korean “soul food” restaurant planned for Yorba Linda Blvd at New River (opening soon)yelp.comyorbalindaca.gov.
Simply Built – A furniture store specializing in tool-free, screwless assembly, coming soon to a storefront on Main Street yorbalindaca.gov.
Sourdough & Co. – A sandwich shop and bakery coming to the Yorba Linda Town Center in the near future yorbalindaca.gov.
The Artisan – A specialty market, deli and café (from the owners of Terra Wood) set to begin construction on Main Street yorbalindaca.gov.
The Classic Cupcake – A gourmet cupcake and dessert shop opening soon in Richfield Plaza yorbalindaca.gov.
The House of Beauty – A beauty services studio (eyebrow threading and more) slated to open in the Packing House Square yorbalindaca.gov.

(No major business closures were officially announced this period.)

Government & Policy

E-Bike Regulation: In August, the Yorba Linda City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-1114 to regulate the operation of electric bicycles and other “regulated mobility devices” in the city yorbalindaca.gov. Once finalized at a future meeting, this ordinance (to be added as Chapter 10.80 of the Municipal Code) will set new rules for e-bikes to improve safety on local streets and trails. Residents should stay tuned for the ordinance’s final adoption and familiarize themselves with the upcoming regulations on e-bike usage.
City–Chamber Partnership: The City Council also approved a new five-year lease agreement with the Yorba Linda Chamber of Commerce for use of the historic Trueblood House located at 4801 Park Avenue yorbalindaca.gov. This allows the Chamber to continue occupying the city-owned Trueblood House as its offices and community meeting space. The agreement reflects an ongoing partnership, preserving the landmark building for civic use and supporting the Chamber’s community activities.
Other Council Updates: At the August 19 Council meeting, officials recognized the work of Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) volunteers in the community yorbalindaca.gov. The Council also authorized a temporary residential street closure on Kennon Drive for utility maintenance. It approved a demolition permit for an aging structure at 4888 Ohio Street yorbalindaca.gov (clearing the way for future development on that site). The next regular City Council meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:30 PM.

Development & Infrastructure

A newly installed traffic signal at Yorba Linda Blvd and Via Del Agua (pictured) became fully operational in late summer 2025, improving safety and traffic flow at the intersectionyorbalindaca.gov. The City also completed asphalt resurfacing on Lemon Drive (westbound lanes between Main St and Olinda St) to smooth out the roadway and enhance driving conditions for motorists yorbalindaca.gov. In addition, Yorba Linda’s annual street maintenance program is underway – this year focusing on residential streets in east Yorba Linda (including Camino De Bryant, Lomas De Yorba East/West, Brush Canyon and Paseo De Toronto) – with a combination of slurry seal and asphalt overlay work occurring over about four months yorbalindaca.gov.

Solar Canopy Project: The City is making significant progress on a multi-site solar panel canopy installation to boost energy efficiency and provide shaded parking at key facilities yorbalindaca.gov. Solar carport structures are being installed at the Community Center, the Public Library & Cultural Arts Center, and at Black Gold Golf Club, with final electrical work and panel mounting in progress. All sites are on track for completion by the end of 2025 yorbalindaca.gov, after which these facilities will generate solar power and lower the City’s long-term energy costs.
Park Improvements: Over the summer, Yorba Linda renovated several major sports fields as part of routine maintenance. Vista del Verde Park, Bryant Ranch Park sports fields, and Veterans Park were closed during the summer months for turf restoration – including aerating, re-seeding/sodding, fertilizing and irrigation improvements yorbalindaca.gov. This three-year rotation program has now been completed for 2025, and those park fields were scheduled to reopen by August 22 in time for the fall sports season yorbalindaca.gov, providing lusher, safer play surfaces for youth sports leagues.

Upcoming Highlights (September 2025)

Boots on Main (Sept 13): Don’t miss this free country music festival on Main Street with live bands, dancing, food, and family fun (2 PM – 10 PM)bootsonmain.combootsonmain.com. It’s one of Yorba Linda’s biggest annual events and a great opportunity to enjoy the community’s “small-town charm meets big-time entertainment.”
Polish Harvest Festival (Sept 20–21): Experience Polish culture at the Dożynki Festival with folk dance performances, Polish cuisine, beer, music and cultural exhibits at the Polish Center on Rose Drive orangecounty.netorangecounty.net. This two-day celebration is open to everyone – a unique cultural highlight in Yorba Linda.
Community Safety Event (Sept 17): The City and Orange County Fire Authority host a Wildfire Preparedness meeting on 9/17 at 6 PM (Yorba Linda Library)yorbalindaca.gov. All residents are encouraged to attend and learn about evacuation routes, home defense tips, and how to stay informed during wildfire season.
Family Movie Night (Sept 20): Gather the kids and head to Eastside Community Park for a Movie in the Park showing of Inside Out 2 under the stars yorbalindaca.gov. The movie begins at dusk and is free – bring blankets or lawn chairs for a fun community movie night. (Arrive early to snag a good spot!)