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Dana Point Events
Dana Point events range from rocking music festivals on the beach to surfing competitions. Good times and good vibes can be found nightly at Dana Point bars and music venues. Head to one of our oceanfront resorts for their iconic events like Yappy Hour—a shindig for you and your furry friend. Stroll the Farmers Market on Saturday mornings or take a walk through history at the Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center.
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October 2019
Doheny State Beach Halloween Haunt
Bring the family down to Doheny State Beach for a fun evening of Halloween festivities, including a 'Spooky Walk', educational craft booths, and Halloween treats. Free admission with donation of one non-perishable food item per person.
Find out more »Culinary Cookout Series
Coastal Brews & Bites reimagines a backyard barbecue with a relaxed oceanfront setting on the Dana Lawn where guests can enjoy an afternoon of global street-food stations, local brews, live music, and lawn games. The resort’s expert culinary team presents a variety of unique stations, including a Bratwurst and Pretzel Bar, Fish and Chips, Wild Game Barbecue, Latin-inspired Tapas, Satay, Bubble Waffles, and Gourmet Popsicles. These savory and sweet bites are complemented with beer tastings from local breweries including: Stone…
Find out more »Yappy Hour
Join other canines and their companions at Yappy Hour. Pups sniff and schmooze while human guests relax with a glass of wine, cocktail, or beer and a selection of barbecue items available for purchase. Complimentary – Food & Beverage available for purchase.
Find out more »November 2019
Dana Point Turkey Trot
Celebrate the 42nd annual Dana Point Turkey Trot and run before you have that extra piece of pie! Run a 10k, 5k, or the Kids Gobble Wobble, all on a flat and scenic route. Register here.
Find out more »December 2019
Yappy Hour
Join other canines and their companions at Yappy Hour. Pups sniff and schmooze while human guests relax with a glass of wine, cocktail, or beer and a selection of barbecue items available for purchase. Yappy Hour is complimentary – Food & Beverage available for purchase.
Find out more »Ukulele Lessons
Always wanted to learn to play the ukulele? Here's your chance. Instructed by Lincoln Kaio, SHACC offers our members monthly group ukulele lessons for just $8 per session. SHACC also offers the free use of Kala Ukuleles for beginner students and those who don't have their own. Non-members can join SHACC online by clicking HERE. Classes are offered on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Beginner lessons are from 6:30-7:00 pm and intermediate and advanced lessons from 7:00-9:00 pm. SHACC also offers a great line…
Find out more »Live Entertainment @ OverVue Lounge
Enjoy live entertainment every Friday and Saturday night at OverVue Lounge from 8pm-11pm!
Find out more »Sunday a la carte Champagne Brunch @ Raya
A tempting a la carte brunch and flowing champagne awaits guests every Sunday morning in RAYA. Start with a fresh fruit martini and selection of pastries then enjoy a three-course a la carte menu.
Find out more »March 2020
Festival of Whales – Weekend 1
49th Annual Festival of Whales! NEW PARADE ROUTE The 2020 Festival of Whales Parade, March 7 will be held entirely within the Harbor. See map below. The parade will be staged on the west island side of the Harbor near the Dana Point Yacht Club. It will proceed east on Dana Drive toward the RH Dana statue and then (left/north) over the Island Way Bridge to Dana Point Harbor Drive. It will then turn right/east on Dana Point Harbor Drive toward…
Find out more »Festival of Whales – Cancellation
In light of yesterday's announcement by Governor Newsom and the California Department of Public Health advising the postponement or cancelation of public mass gatherings of 250 or more to slow the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), weekend two of the Dana Point Festival of Whales has been canceled. The Harbor and its businesses are open. For Harbor information, please visit www.DanaPointHarbor.com. Whale watching trips will operate as scheduled.
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