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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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Stand Up To Trash Beach Cleanup

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA, United States

Join Stand Up To Trash for a day of fun on the water, beach and surrounding areas to cleanup our natural world. 9:00-10:30am Beach Cleanup 10:30am Free Lunch & Learn at Ocean Institute Fresh coffee, hot chocolate and donuts provided by Coffee Importers. Participants are encouraged to bring their own reusable cup. For more information […]

Event Series Live Harbor Music Cruise

Live Harbor Music Cruise

Dana Wharf Sportfishing 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, United States

Come aboard the 95′ Dana Pride for an evening filled with fun and entertainment. Enjoy live music played aboard the Dana Pride as you cruise through beautiful Dana Point Harbor and enjoy the sunset. This unique live music event is not to be missed! We can’t think of a better way to spend your evening […]

Surfing Santa Contest

Salt Creek Beach

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel celebrates the return of the 13th Annual Surfing Santa and Stand Up Paddle Board Contest at Salt Creek Beach on Saturday, November 18. The annual contest celebrates community and directly benefits Surfers Healing. Register

$30 – $60

Western Surfing Association Surf Contest

Salt Creek Beach

The Western Surfing Association (WSA) is the oldest competition surfing association in the USA and, by far, the largest on the West Coast. The WSA, established in 1961, is a California non-profit corporation dedicated to promoting and preserving the sport of surfing through fun, family oriented surf competitions. The WSA will host a Surf Competition […]

Doheny State Beach Cleanup

Doheny State Beach 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA, United States

Join Doheny State Beach Foundation for an Earth Day Beach & Creek Cleanup on Saturday, April 13 at 9:00am. Thank you for bringing along either work or gardening gloves, a refillable water dispenser, and dress for the weather. We will provide reuse trash bags, drinking water and light snacks. Complimentary parking passes are given at […]

Orange County Beach Bocce Championship

Doheny State Beach 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA, United States

Join the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley for their Orange County Beach  Bocce Championship on Saturday, April 20 at Doheny State Beach! Registration begins at 8:00am. First ball is tossed at 9:30am. Come early to learn the rules and how to play. Lunch, drinks, and an event hat will be provided for all […]

Doheny State Beach Earth Day Planting Project

Doheny State Beach 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA, United States

Join Doheny State Beach Foundation for an Earth Day Native Planting Project on Saturday, April 20 at 9:00am. Come help us beautify some planter mounds with a variety of colorful California native plants to attract pollinators to Doheny by providing a vital habitat and nectar source. Thank you for bringing along either work or gardening […]

Stand Up To Trash Beach Cleanup

Baby Beach 34445 Ensenada Pl, Dana Point, CA, United States +1 more

What would happen if everyone picked up at least one piece of trash? Join Stand Up To Trash for a day of fun on the water, beach and surrounding areas to cleanup our natural world. 8:00-9:00am Yoga in the grass at Baby Beach 9:00-10:30am Beach Cleanup 10:30 Free Lunch & Learn at Ocean Institute 11:00am Lunch […]

Dana Point Film Festival

Salt Creek Beach

The Dana Point Film Festival is a 4-day ocean-inspired film festival showcasing documentaries on conservation, exploration, education, adventure, and surfing. In addition to film screenings, the this fun-filled weekend will offer free outdoor movies, musical performances, cultural events, and educational talks with renowned global oceanographic experts. For a full schedule of events and more information, […]

Cosmic Creek Surf Festival & Concert

Salt Creek Beach

Save the date! The Cosmic Creek Surf Festival + Concert returns June 1 - 2, 2024 at Salt Creek Beach. Join the fun at this community event paying homage to the more alternative, experimental era of surfing's history. Cosmic Creek is open to the public and a true gathering of legends, groms, craftsmen, and storytellers. […]