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.
Enjoy live music, apple cider, temporary tattoos and trick or treating all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor with the Ocean Institute onboard their R/V Sea Explorer! Harbor Hayrides are at 5:00pm, 6:00pm, and a special Glow Cruise at 7:00pm. Cruises are 45 minutes long. Drinks will be available for purchase onboard. Double the […]
Celebrate the spooktacular season with the Ocean Institute's Spooky Seas! Back this year with new family friendly frights, from bioluminescence laser tag to the mad scientist laboratory, there's something fun for the whole family to enjoy! Bats & ghouls - come in costume to participate in our costume content, trick or treat throughout the night, […]
Dana Point Harbor Partners is pleased to continue our kid-friendly live music series featuring Victoria Bailey's Little Folk Club at the Mariner's Village Clock Courtyard on Thursday, October 31 with exclusive extras! Sing Along from 10am - 11am Make Your Own Trick-or-Treat Bag Trick-or-Treat from 11am - 12pm
Celebrate Day of the Dead with a 5-course pre-fixe menu featuring Empanadas de Langosta, Black Enmoladas, and more flavorful Latin specialties. Celebrated Chef Richard Sandoval will be joining the resort’s very own Chef Irving Nunez to produce a beautiful evening filled with exceptional cuisine and lively entertainment.
Locals and visitors alike are invited to the City of Dana Point's inaugural Día de los Muertos celebration. This traditional holiday will be celebrated in La Plaza Park with ofrendas, live bands, dancing, art, great food and delicious beverages. This will be a great family friendly event that will support local nonprofit organizations.
Known for his successful tenure at the internationally acclaimed, one Michelin-starred Gramercy Tavern in New York City, Chef Michael Anthony's innovative approach to seasonal American cuisine has earned him recognition locally and globally. Read more $525 per person, includes tax and gratuity
Join The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel on Sunday, October 20 and Sunday, November 3 to enjoy a memorable puppy yoga experience over the ocean, in partnership with Spirit Yoga Studios. Reenergize with 45 minutes of all-levels flow and 15 minutes of puppy playtime, in partnership with Baja Paws Rescue. Enjoy rejuvenating yoga and potentially leave with […]
Join the Ocean Institute in welcoming Dean Sauer, the founder of PyroFarms, and dive into the vibrant world of oceanic bioluminescence. We’ll explore the vital role of phytoplankton, with a special focus on the bioluminescent species Pyrocystis fusiformis. Discover how these tiny marine plankton light up the seas and help support the entire ocean ecosystem […]
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. […]
Vissla and Hobie, in collaboration with the City of Dana Point, are proud to present "The Big One" - a surf swap and vintage market hosted by The Vintage Surfboard Collector Club. Celebrating over 30 years in Dana Point, this upcoming event will feature pivotal shapers and collectors from all over, with vintage boards, vintage […]
