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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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Mermade Market

24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point

Mermade Market is a hand curated marketplace with a mission to bring incredible finds from amazing creators to our customers! Our vision is to bring together likeminded lovers of shopping small and thinking big. Mermade Market has become a community staple that motivates our growing team to deliver incredible products to eager fans twice a […]

Veteran’s Day Service

Strands Vista Park 34201 Selva Rd., Dana Point, CA, United States

Presented by the Dana Point Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934, Ladies Axillary and the City of Dana Point. This service recognizes all Veterans for their service and sacrifice for America. For more information visit http://www.vfwpost9934/

Dana Point Holiday Bazaar

Dana Point Community Center 34052 Del Obispo Dana Point, CA 92629

Get your holiday shopping done early! This event is held indoors at the Dana Point Community Center and features artisans, crafters, and local businesses with items for purchase. Apply to be a vendor! 100% of the vendor space fee benefits Age Well, Orange County's partner in aging, weekday Dana Point senior lunch program and Meals […]

Surfing Santa Contest

Salt Creek Beach

The 2022 Surfing Santa Contest will take place at Salt Creek Beach on Saturday, November 19 + Sunday, November 20 We look forward to hitting the waves with you this year once again for an epic surf and SUP contest benefitting Surfers Healing. ​Categories and registration is now live. REGISTER HERE TODAY. For any inquiries, please […]

Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel 1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Dana Point, CA, United States

Join Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel to kick off the most wonderful time of the year with their annual holiday open house and tree lighting ceremony.

SoCal Challenge Men’s Basketball Event

Pavilion at JSerra High School 26351 Junipero Serra Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA, United States

SoCal Challenge Men's Basketball Event The SoCal Challenge is a multi-team event featuring eight top Division I men’s college basketball teams. Games will take place on November 21 & 23 and selected games will be televised nationally on CBS Sports Network.  The SoCal Challenge is proud to partner with the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & […]

Dana Point Turkey Trot

Dana Marina Plaza 34499 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, California, United States

Celebrate the 45th Annual Dana Point Turkey Trot this Thanksgiving Day!  Burn off your pre-Thanksgiving meal calories with a run/walk of a 5K, 10K, 15K Combo, or Kids 1-Mile Gobble Wobble in the beautiful Dana Point Harbor! Registration includes a Commemorative T-Shirt, Medal, Race Bib with Timed Results (Kids Gobble Wobble not timed), and Virtual Goody Bag. […]

Event Series Dana Point Farmers Market

Dana Point Farmers Market

La Plaza Park 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, CA, United States

The Dana Point Certified Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Enjoy local, organic produce and a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, hand-made soaps, and unique one-of-a-kind gifts from craft vendors. The Farmers Market is located in La Plaza Park on Pacific Coast Highway and Golden Lantern. […]

Santa’s Jolly Trolley and La Plaza Park Tree Lighting

La Plaza Park 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point, CA, United States

Santa and his elves from the Recreation Division will be riding on his Jolly Trolley and making stops at the park locations listed below to hand out pre-packaged treats for kids up to 12 years of age.  Santa’s elves will also be collecting letters to Santa.  Please include your mailing address on the letter so […]

Event Series Live Music @ 180blu

Live Music @ 180blu

The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel 1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Dana Point, CA, United States

Delight in our quintessential outdoor lounge 180blũ and experience hand-crafted cocktails, small plates and elevated ocean views.