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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
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.
Find out more »September 2020
Outdoor Live Music Performances
Enjoy live music, summer shopping, outdoor adventures and expanded al fresco dining patios Dana Point Harbor continues to present live music performances throughout the month of September as part of “You, Me + Vitamin Sea,” welcoming the community back to a safe Harbor. Guests can enjoy free live music at select locations throughout the Harbor while indulging in al fresco dining along the water’s edge. Music performances will include a variety of genres including folk, jazz, country, contemporary island music, and…
Find out more »Virtual Maritime Festival
OCEAN INSTITUTE PRESENTS ITS INAUGURAL VIRTUAL MARITIME FESTIVAL September 11 to 13 The Ocean Institute announced it will host its first Virtual Maritime Festival, a multi-layered interactive and educational event, beginning on Saturday, August 15, and culminating with a three-day global stream marathon September 11 to 13. Replacing the annual Tall Ships Festival, Ocean Institute’s president and CEO Wendy Marshall sees the new virtual event as an annual festival moving forward. “We’re thrilled to be partnering with maritime museums and vessels from…
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