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Dana Point Events

Explore Dana Point's diverse event calendar, where coastal charm meets cultural vibrancy. From lively festivals and artisan markets to maritime celebrations and culinary showings, there's always something exciting happening in this picturesque Southern California town. Join locals and visitors alike in enjoying the unique blend of entertainment, community gatherings, and outdoor activities that make Dana Point a destination worth discovering year-round.

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  • Surfing Santa Contest

    Surfing Santa Contest

    Salt Creek Beach

    The Surfing Santa and SUP contest is a two-day event, November 20-21, 2021, where contestants dress like Santa or other holiday-inspired characters and battle it out in the waves of Salt Creek Beach, located directly below The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, and known as one of the best surfing destinations in Southern California.

  • Festival of Whales

    Dana Point Harbor 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA

    At the Dana Point Festival of Whales,  it’s about getting up close and personal with the marine wildlife that dots our horizon each spring. It’s about understanding marine life habitats […]

  • Mother’s Day Cruise

    Mother’s Day Cruise

    Join Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching for a Mother's Day Cruise. Treat Mom to a two hour coastal cruise aboard the Ocean Adventures Catamaran. This trip will depart from […]

  • Sounds of Summer Cruise

    24440 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629

    Sounds of Summer Concert Cruise Event Description: • Live performance by Beach Boys tribute band Surf's Up • Catered dinner with burgers, chips, dessert included • Sunset tour of picturesque […]

  • Lantern District Dana Point Art Fest

    Del Prado Ave. Dana Point, CA 92629

    Come enjoy this exciting family-friendly and FREE community event! The Dana Point ArtFest is an outdoor, top-quality juried art and music event that brings artists and the community together in […]

  • Laguna Beach Sawdust Festival

    Sawdust Festival 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA, United States

    Summer Art Festival Handcrafted art Laguna Beach artists, 3 stages of live music, complimentary art classes, glassblowing, art demonstrations and a variety of outdoor dining and saloon offerings- set in […]

  • Be The First Responder Summer Kickoff

    Visit the Ocean Institute for a free event kicking off Summer with music, food and beverages, local pop-up vendors, first responders, and very informational videos and staff on hand to […]

    Free