Let the Good Times Roll
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.
Join the crew at the Ocean Institute for a special Mother's Day whale-watching cruise! On this two-and-a-half-hour cruise, you'll get to experience everything the ocean has to offer from the harbor to miles beyond the jetty. Aboard the RV Sea Explorer, the Ocean Institutes 65' research vessel, you'll be in search of marine mammals such […]
Join us for our Annual Mother's Day Brunch & Blooms at Lantern's Edge! We will feature a curated menu from our Chef de Cuisine Kristine Davis. In addition to a fabulous menu, we will have our flower bar where you can create a custom flower arrangement for the special person in your life that you […]
Help mom to relax, replenish, and reconnect with nature when you take her on an unforgettable 2-hour harbor cruise in picturesque Dana Point Harbor aboard Capt. Dave's new upscale catamaran, Hoku Nai’a. You and mom will enjoy a delicious catered brunch, unlimited mimosas, and live music while taking in the sights and sounds of the beautiful […]
Organic Market by The Ecology Center In Partnership with the City of Dana Point Join us as we bring the spirit of The Ecology Center to the streets of Dana Point for an evening of food, music, and community celebration. We’re turning Amber Lantern into a vibrant block party—a curated marketplace of bioregional flavors, handmade […]
Gaze into the wonders of the universe with this immersive exploration of the night sky. Join us for an exploration of the night sky with a guided lesson on stargazing using a high-powered telescope. Members of the Los Angeles Astronomical Society will join us at Lantern's Edge and give us a detailed look at the […]
Dana Point Aquatic Foundation & Westwind Sailing are hosting AquaFest 2025 / Open House to usher in National Safe Boating Week and to showcase the public access educational boating programs throughout Dana Point Harbor. This Free event is a fun-filled, family-oriented day that includes Free Life Jackets, Free Goodie Bags, Free Snow Cones, Free […]
Mermade is a hand-curated market with a mission to unite creators and community. Our culturally iconic spring & winter markets have become a local staple, celebrated by our loyal following. May 23, 9am - 6pm (Fri) May 24, 9am - 5pm (Sat) May 25, 9am - 5pm (Sun)
There’s a luminous underwater world just waiting to shine! Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon.* Come join the Ocean Institute's team on their new adventure this summer for a chance to witness the thousands of drifting organisms that can make their […]
Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #9934 and the City of Dana Point will hold their Annual Memorial Day Services at Pines Park in Dana Point. This is a solemn service to honor all military personnel who have given their life defending and preserving freedom for the United States of America and helping others […]
Save the date! The Cosmic Creek Surf Festival + Concert returns May 31st-June1st, 2025 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. Over the […]
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