It’s back to school season for many families already, and maybe you’re already in need of a break this weekend. Here are a few options for you:

ALL WEEKEND

GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS: The 2017 P&G Gymnastics Championships are coming to the Honda Center in Anaheim this weekend. The country’s best gymnasts will compete in the four-day competition at Honda Center Aug. 17-20. The championships determine the men’s and women’s U.S. champions and the U.S. National Team for the junior and senior elite levels. The field will feature the country’s top gymnasts, and the championships also traditionally serve as part of the selection process for the U.S. Team for the World Championships. Also, the USA Gymnastics National Congress and Trade Show is being held at the Anaheim Convention Center on Aug. 16-19, 2017. Single tickets $20-$122 and all-session tickets are available. Information: hondacenter.com or 800-745-3000. (Read more about the event.)

SOCAL HARVEST: The Harvest Crusade, now known as SoCal Harvest, begins Friday at Angel Stadium in Anaheim and goes until Sunday. It is widely regarded as one of the largest evangelical outreach events in the world. Artists performing include Lecrae, Jeremy Camp, Phil Wickham, Jordin Sparks, Danny Gokey, Andy Mineo and Crowder. Also featured will be 15-year-old Brennley Brown, one of the youngest contestants and finalists on season 12 of TV’s “The Voice.” The event and concerts on all days are free and open to the public. Gates open at 5 p.m. The event begins at 7 p.m. and ends at 9:15 p.m. $15 to park. No tickets are needed. Seating is first-come, first-served. The event will be webcast live on harvest.org or you may view it live on ROKU at the Harvest Channel. (Read more about the event.)

‘A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN’: The Laguna Playhouse is hosting an evening paying tribute to the rock ‘n’ roll spirit of the late Janis Joplin. The original Broadway musical opened at the Lyceum Theatre in October 2013. The musical is presented in a narrated form, with Joplin conversing with the audience about her life, musical influences and songs – including her biggest hits “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Piece of My Heart” and “Mercedes Benz.” Kelly McIntyre portrays Joplin, as she’s done for nearly two years. The show opened with previews at the Laguna Playhouse on Wednesday, Aug. 16, with performances daily – except Mondays — through Sept. 10. 606 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. Tickets: $60-$105. Information: 949-497-2787; lagunaplayhouse.com (Read more about the show.)

‘MOON OVER BUFFALO’: “Moon Over Buffalo” gives us a backstage look at a theater troupe circa 1953, and it debunks any notions we might have that actors live charmed lives and are drenched in wealth, adulation and comfort. George and Charlotte Hay (Brian J. Cook, Jamie Sowers) run a traveling repertory theater company and star in its mediocre productions. Their partnership is testy, though, thanks to outsized egos and vastly differing goals: Charlotte dreams of movie stardom while George loves the world of theater. Stages Theatre’s production runs through Sept. 17. 8 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays. Stages Theatre, 400 E. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton. Tickets: $22 ($20 for students/seniors). Information: 714-525-4484, stagesoc.org. (Read more about the show.)

SAN CLEMENTE ARTS & CRAFT FAIR: Some 100 artisans are expected to converge on the grounds of the San Clemente Community Center for the San Clemente Art Association’s 57th annual Arts and Craft Fair, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 19-20, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Expect to see original works created by the artisan — paintings, photographs, ceramics, jewelry, glassware, unique handmade textiles and distinct gift items. Community Center, Avenida Del Mar at Calle Seville, San Clemente. Admission: Free. Information: 949-492-7175 or paintsanclemente.com

HOT SAUCE EXPO: The 3rd Annual California Hot Sauce Expo will be held at the City National Grove of Anaheim. This two-day tribute on Saturday, August 19, and Sunday, August 20, to all things hot and spicy will gather makers of over 40 craft hot sauces from around the globe. There will be free samples and products available for purchase. Activities include the Guinness Book of World Records Reaper Pepper Eating Contest, The Booze and Infuse Cocktail Competition and the Chihuahua Beauty Pageant. $10-$75. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 2220 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim. Information: cahotsauceexpo.com

FRIDAY

‘ANNIE’ IN TUSTIN: The beloved musical “Annie” is playing in Tustin’s Peppertree Park as this year’s offering in the 17th annual Broadway in the Park. The play debuted Tuesday, Aug. 15, and continues every night through Saturday, Aug. 19. Eleven-year-old Maya Grace Fischbein stars as the curly-haired lead. The Newport Beach girl recently completed a stint on “real” Broadway in the play “Fun Home.” Tustin Area Council for Fine Arts partners with Anaheim-based Chance Theater in the professional outdoor production that features a live orchestra. Tickets are $20. Children 4 and under are free. Peppertree Park is at 230 W. First St. Information: 714-518-5519; http://tacfa.org.

BREA FEST: This family event is promoted as Brea’s “tastiest” celebration and party of the year. Guests are invited to sample food and beverages from more than 30 area restaurants and listen to live music from two outdoor bands and view an exhibition in the gallery, art demonstrations, live theater performances, balloon artist, magicians and more. “Kidsville” includes face painting, a caricature artist, make-and-take crafts and kid-friendly foods. 6:30-10 p.m. Aug. 18 at the Civic and Cultural Center. Free admission. Information: cityofbrea.net

MOVIE IN THE PARK: Join OC Parks for their Sunset Cinema movie night series. Watch a screening of “The Sandlot,” at Yorba Regional Park. Guests are encouraged to pack a picnic, blankets, and beach chairs. Food trucks will be serving on-site. Free parking. Free. 7-10 p.m. Information: ocparks.com

SATURDAY

CLEAR THE SHELTERS: The Irvine Animal Care Center will participate in Clear the Shelters, a nationwide adoption event hosted locally by NBC4 and Telemundo52, for the third straight year. On Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., all adoptions will be just $20. Clear the Shelters was created in part to raise awareness about the benefits of adopting from a local shelter. Last year in Irvine, 46 animals found their forever homes during the event. Information: cityofirvine.org

CONCERTS ON THE GREEN: Poncho Sanchez and his Latin Jazz Band will close out the Festival of the Arts Concert on the Green series with a concert from 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 19. His influences are numerous, but among the more prominent figures that influenced his music are two of the primary architects of Latin jazz – conga drummer/composer Chano Pozo and trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie. The concert is free with Festival of Arts Admission. Festival of Arts Grounds, 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach. Free with festival admission, $12 general admission, $8 students and seniors. Information: foapom.com

OC ZINE FEST: The Anaheim Central Library is hosting the 4th OC Zine Fest on Saturday, August 19, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with nearly 100 vendors from across Southern California, some of whom are debuting new works. This jam-packed day will feature vendors, panels, speakers and workshops, plus photo booth fun, raffle prizes for zines, food trucks and zine-making, too. Ewa Wojciak, publisher of NO MAG, will be in conversation with Santa Ana College Librarian Stacy Russo. 500 W. Broadway, Anaheim. Free. Information: facebook.com/oczinefest/

BEACH CLEANUP: Help beautify the beach this Saturday, Aug. 19, at the monthly cleanup sponsored by Save Our Beach. Meet in the parking lot at 15 First St. in Seal Beach at 9 a.m. for the three-hour event. Check in at the blue canopy for a free parking pass. Gloves, bags and pickers provided. Register at saveourbeach.org.

SUNDAY

PLUM FESTIVAL: Visit Old World German Restaurant in Huntington Beach to enjoy everything plum. Guests can enjoy plum cake, crepes, jam, Martinis, Berliners, Strudel and much more. Other activities include arts and crafts, a performance by the Beach City Cloggers, face painting, carnival games, live music and wiener dog races. Free. 2-6 p.m. 7561 Center Avenue, #49, Huntington Beach. Information: 714-895-8020 or www.oldworld.ws

SUMMER MUSIC: Dana Point’s summer concert series at Sea Terrace Park concludes Sunday, Aug. 20 with the “British Invasion” concert. On tap to perform are My Generation from 2-3 p.m., The Ultimate Stones from 3:30- 4:30 p.m. and Sgt. Pepper from 5-6 p.m. A free shuttle runs from Dana Hills High School to the park and back from 1-7 p.m. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.