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Here is a short recap from the event!
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We are excited to join MAUM Market again at OCMA on June 28, 11-5 PM!
Here is a brief about the expo:
Show:
MAUM Market OCMA
Place:
OCMA (Orange County Museum of Art)
3333 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (Google Map)
Date & Hours:
Saturday, June 28 2025: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Ticket:
This event is free, but please reserve an online ticket here.
🌿 What To Expect
Set outdoors on OCMA’s airy terrace, this market is a curated experience showcasing thoughtfully crafted goods from Asian and local makers. Plus, this month’s lineup includes a free collage workshop hosted by OCMA, inspired by the 2025 California Biennial exhibit Desperate, Scared, But Social. It’s a hands-on art session that’s open to kids ages 3+ and their families — no registration required.
🍽️ Hungry?
You’re in for a treat! Verdant, the museum’s plant-based restaurant, will be serving a limited MAUM Market menu featuring comforting favorites like:
- Kimchi Fried Rice
- Vegan Japchae
- Steamed Vegetable Potstickers
- Kimchi Jjigae
- Mushroom Banh Mi
Everything is 100% vegan and delicious.
🚗 Parking Info
The most convenient place to park is at the Plaza Tower Parking Structure located at
600 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
All-day parking is available for $20. Enter from Park Center Drive, across from The Westin.
🐶 Quick Note on Pets
While the venue welcomes families, pets (including dogs) aren’t permitted at this location — so we recommend leaving furry friends at home this time. Our cat, Blu, will also stay home.
Here is a short recap video of the last OCMA MAUM Market that we joined in March 2025:
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Whether you're here to shop, relax with good food, or create something new at the art workshop, this is a summer event you won’t want to miss.
As always, we’ll have something special at our booth — so swing by, say hello, and see what we’ve brought just for you.
See you soon at MAUM Market at OCMA!
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