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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 & […]
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. […]
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 […]
This event is organized by the Dana Point Entertainment & Arts Council and The Pop-Up Shoppes. Please contact their team directly with questions at [email protected]
Date: Monday, December 5 Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm Santa and his elves will be arriving at Pines Park on his Jolly Trolley to hand out pre-packaged treats for children up to 12 years of age. The event is from 4:30pm to 5:30pm and features carolers, hot chocolate, cookies, and the tree lighting at 5:15pm. Bring an unwrapped […]
Dana Point Harbor is excited to announce the 47th Annual Boat Parade of Lights, “Surfin’ USA,” returning this December! Decorate your boats for the chance to win up to $10,000 in cash prizes across several award categories. The annual holiday light display, consisting of over 700,000 LED lights is set to illuminate the Harbor starting […]
This exclusive package for kids ages 12 and under, includes an art lesson via video feed by environmental artist Wyland and a FREE 2-hour whale watching adventure. Each child that participates in the Art Lesson (cost is $15) will be entered in a contest to win prizes as well as a gift from Wyland just […]
