Shows / Unlocking Huntington Beach
Unlocking Huntington Beach
This is your quick rundown of what’s happening in Huntington Beach. Local news, events, grand openings, and updates hosted by HB local, Lane Stone. Easy, useful, and made to keep you in the know.
Episodes
- Unlocking Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach Holiday Events + Darker Waves (Ep. 40)
Breakfast with Santa is back in Huntington Beach, and the first 50 families get the $20 admission covered. Here's how to claim a spot. Plus: Morrissey and the…
- Unlocking Huntington Beach
Trick-or-Treating in Huntington Beach: 5 Best Spots (Ep. 39)
Halloween lands on a Saturday this year, so every family in Huntington Beach is trick-or-treating. The only question is where. Lane Stone ranks the five HB…
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Newland House Restoration & HB's Civil War Roots (Ep. 38)
HB headlines this week: a record-setting Surf City 10, a California first for accessibility, and a Civil War story hiding behind the Newland House. Lane Stone…
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Living in SeaCliff, HB: Prices, HOAs & Downsides (Ep. 37)
Most of Huntington Beach has driven past SeaCliff's hedges and gates on Golden West. Far fewer have been inside. Lane Stone, who's sold HB homes for 14+ years…
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HB October Events: Chili, Fall-O-Ween & Oktoberfest (Ep. 36)
October in Huntington Beach means chili on Main Street, costumes in Central Park, and a Bavarian village next to the 405. Lane Stone lays out the three events…
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Huntington Beach Parking Guide: Pier to Bolsa Chica (Ep. 35)
Parking in Huntington Beach isn't one system — it's three, and they don't share rates or passes. Lane Stone, born and raised in HB, walks through where to park…
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The Huntington Beach Bike Trail, Start to Finish (Ep. 34)
The Huntington Beach bike trail runs about 8.5 paved miles from Bolsa Chica to Huntington State Beach — and you can ride the whole coastline without moving…
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5 HB Beaches Compared: Which One Fits Your Day (Ep. 33)
Huntington Beach isn't one beach. It's five, and picking the wrong one can quietly wreck an otherwise good day. Lane Stone breaks down all eight-plus miles of…
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Living in Huntington Beach: 4 Pros, 5 Real Cons (Ep. 32)
Living in Huntington Beach costs about 80% more than the national average — here's what that actually buys you, and what it doesn't. Lane Stone has been an HB…
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Wodapalooza Hits HB Pier + Red Wolf CrossFit (Ep. 31)
Wodapalooza SoCal brings 30,000 people and 1,500 athletes to the Huntington Beach Pier this September — and Matt Banwart has a front-row seat to all of it…
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HB's Free Summer Movies, Camps & Pump Track (Ep. 30)
Huntington Beach runs free movie nights, a traveling pump track, and a 95-year-old indoor pool most residents have never set foot in. Kaci Thol has spent 23…
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US Open of Surfing 2026: Your Surf City Guide (Ep. 29)
The Lexus US Open of Surfing returns to Huntington Beach July 25–Aug 2; half a million people, the world's best surfers, live music, and free entry. Here's how…
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HB Chamber CEO Max Daffron on Sector Partnerships (Ep. 28)
Huntington Beach has 10,000+ businesses, and most of them aren't on Main Street. Max Daffron, the HB Chamber's first CEO in eight years, is building five…
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HB's Pacific Air Show: Parking, Tickets, Best Spots (Ep. 27)
The Pacific Air Show returns to Huntington Beach's sand October 2–4, 2026, and whether you pay or go free changes your whole day. Lane breaks down exactly…
- Unlocking Huntington Beach
Surf City Summer: Camps, Bonfires & Kid Activities (Ep. 26)
Summer in Huntington Beach means camp drop-offs, bonfire nights, and bike rides down the Strand — here's the full parent playbook for filling the calendar…
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HB 4th of July: A Local's Complete Guide (Ep. 25)
The Huntington Beach 4th of July draws half a million people for the largest Independence Day parade west of the Mississippi — and Lane Stone has the 35-year…
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HB Cost of Living: What You Actually Need to Earn (Ep. 24)
Huntington Beach's cost of living runs 80% above the national average — but that headline number alone won't help you budget. Lane Stone has spent 14 years in…
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HB Is the Perfect World Cup Base Camp (Ep. 23)
A million people are expected to flood Southern California for the 2026 FIFA World Cup — and Lane Stone thinks Huntington Beach is the smartest place to set up…
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HB Sharks, Sewer Easements & Mendocino Farms (Ep. 22)
HB's summer forecast just got complicated: shark detections are earlier than usual, Mendocino Farms is finally landing at Pacific City, and dozens of local…
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HB Gets a Surf-Themed Escape Room From a Local Pro (Ep. 21)
A Huntington Beach local who played pro beach volleyball — and completed 233 escape rooms — just opened Surf City Escapes inside Pacific City. Ben Vaught built…
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HB's Best New Restaurants, Coffee Shops & Lost Classics (Ep. 20)
Episode 20 is a full Huntington Beach food and drink audit — where we've been, where we're headed, and what we should never have lost. Lane Stone covers four…
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HB Foodie Awards, Rattlesnakes & Air Show Returns (Ep. 19)
The Surf City USA Foodie Awards just dropped — and Lane's got receipts on where the list got it right, where it missed, and which local spots deserved a spot…
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HB's Bean-to-Bar Chocolatier: Bella Sophia's Story (Ep. 18)
Stephanie Schaefer spent 40 years doing sports therapy for Olympic athletes before pivoting to something sweeter — and Bella Sophia Chocolates is now one of…
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HB's Corner Market: Cookbook, Community & 100 Years (Ep. 17)
Corner Market has been an HB institution for over a century — and owner Suzanne has spent the last decade turning it into something the neighborhood didn't…
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#016 - 20+ New Businesses, PCH Bike Lane Updates, & The Huntington Beach Miracle
Huntington Beach is booming! In this episode, Lane Stone breaks down the massive influx of over 20 new businesses hitting Surf City, from gourmet donuts to…
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#015 - HB Local Guide: Toddler Art, Free Financial Workshops, and 2026 Fireworks Prep
Looking for ways to get involved in the Huntington Beach community this spring? In this episode, Lane Stone breaks down the best local activities for all…
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#014 - The Ultimate Guide to St. Patrick’s Day in Huntington Beach 2026
St. Patrick’s Day is taking over Huntington Beach, and whether you’re looking for a traditional pint of Guinness or a wild 9-day festival, Lane Stone has the…
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#013 - Luxury Chocolates, Surf Legends, and the Ultimate HB Parking Hack
In this episode, I dive deep into the heart of Surf City to celebrate some incredible local milestones. From a world-class "bean-to-bar" chocolate shop that's…
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#012 - E-Bike Fire at Pacific City & HB’s New Life-Saving Tech
What’s really happening behind the scenes in Surf City? This week, Lane Stone breaks down a developing investigation into a fire at a major retail hub, a…
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#011 - Valentine’s Week in Huntington Beach | Date Night, Galentine’s & Staying In
Valentine’s Day week is here in Huntington Beach, and whether you’re planning dinner out, a Galentine’s night, a spa day, or staying home and cooking something…
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#010 - Super Bowl Weekend in Huntington Beach | Events, Watch Spots & Local Food Picks
Super Bowl Sunday is here, and Huntington Beach is gearing up. In this episode of Unlocking Huntington Beach, Lane breaks down everything you need to know for…
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#009 - Safety, Community & What’s New
In this episode of Unlocking Huntington Beach, we break down the local updates that actually matter this week. We start with the new California eBike safety…
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#008 - The Ultimate Huntington Beach Food Guide: Top 5 Spots for Every Occasion
Ever wondered where a lifelong local goes for the best breakfast burrito, the crispiest fish taco, or the perfect date night vibe? In this episode, Lane Stone…
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#007 - 2026 HB Resolutions: Parlor Doughnuts Tasting & Hidden Gems
Happy New Year, Huntington Beach! In this episode, Lane Stone skips the boring gym resolutions and dives into "Unlocking HB" for 2026. Discover how to explore…
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#006 - Library Hacks, Ramen, & HB History
Is your Huntington Beach library card gathering dust? You’re missing out on free movies, music, and audiobooks that could save you hundreds a month. In this…
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#005 - Huntington Beach Holiday Guide: Christmas Light Map, Cruise of Lights & Local News
Welcome to this week’s episode of Unlocking Huntington Beach. Lane Stone covers everything you need to know heading into peak holiday season. From classic…
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#004 - Holiday Guide: Cookie Crawls, NYE Parties & New Mayor Update - Unlocking Huntington Beach
This week on Unlocking Huntington Beach, Langston is joined by special co-host Amber Doherty to give you the ultimate guide to the holiday season in HB!…
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#003 - Best Christmas Lights in HB, Holiday Speakeasy Secrets & New Visit HB CEO
Welcome to Episode 3 of Unlocking Huntington Beach! This week, Lane Stone dives into the holiday spirit and covers the latest news shaking up the city. We kick…
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#002 - Hiking Trails, Thanksgiving Dining, & Holiday Promos - Unlocking Huntington Beach
A Thanksgiving-week breakdown featuring free holiday meals for HB families, the best local dining options for turkey-day, family-friendly hikes and views, and…
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#001 - Unlocking Huntington Beach
A look at Huntington Beach heading into the holidays: the Paséa igloos opening, the Harbour’s new 24/7 ambulance upgrade, fresh restaurant openings, and the…