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Let the Good Times Roll

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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Summer Sip Cabanas

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club One Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA, United States

Make a splash with the exclusive Summer Sip Cabanas at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach. Lounge poolside with ocean views as featured spirit partners takeover two cabanas at Monarch Pool, offering premium sips for cabana guests. Gather with friends and family and raise a glass to good times and summer vibes in SoCal. May 16 - […]

Event Series Soundtrack to Summer

Soundtrack to Summer

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club One Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA, United States

Turn up the volume on summer vibes during Soundtrack to Summer at Monarch Pool. Settle in to your lounge chair or cabana and enjoy upbeat mixes from a live DJ, spinning summer hits from the pool deck and bringing the ultimate vacation vibes. In between pool dips and sunbathing, enjoy Latin-inspired bites and bebidas from […]

Dana West Youth Sailing Camp

Dana West Yacht Club 24601 Dana Dr, Dana Point, CA, United States

Join Dana West Youth Sailing for their 1-week sailing camps. Choose from (7) 1-week sessions beginning this June. Each session will occur daily Monday- Friday from 9am – 3:30pm for young sailors ages 7-18. The mission of the DWYS program is to promote and teach the sport of sailing and seamanship to the youth of […]

$450

Junior Summer Sailing Program

Dana Point Yacht Club 24399 Dana Dr, Dana Point, CA, United States

The Dana Point Yacht Club Youth Sailing Program strives to provide a safe and fun learning environment for sailors aged 6 to 16 years so they may build confidence through skill, character through challenge and experience, sportsmanship through the Corinthian spirit of the sport, and care and stewardship of the sea through the sharing of our love […]

$450
Event Series Tiny Tots: Ocean Explorers

Tiny Tots: Ocean Explorers

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA, United States

This “Mommy & Me” style program encourages early learners to explore the natural world through song, movement, and sensory play. Each class introduces a new marine animal, offering exciting, hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and connection with the ocean. Recommended for children ages 2-4. Each class is $20 per ticket (including once child and one […]

$20

2025 Seaside Sessions-Live Music Series

Dana Point Harbor 34571 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point, CA, United States

Seaside Sessions returns to Dana Point Harbor this June. Enjoy live acoustic performances from local favorites every Thursday from 4PM-6PM at The Wharf. Full Line up below: June 5 – Bruddah Adrian June 12 – Zach Churchill June 19 – Matt Koerner June 26 – Ava August July 3 – Lauren Black July 10 – […]

The Ritz Carlton’s Chef Dinner-Farm to Table

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

On Thursday, July 24, join us as Chef de Cuisine Irving Nunez provides an exclusive farm-to-table experience. Pair each course with expertly selected Central Coast wines and finish the evening on a sweet note with a decadent dessert crafted by our Executive Pastry Chef Abegail Naguit. Reservations Required

Event Series Bioluminescence Night Cruise

Bioluminescence Night Cruise

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA, United States

There’s a luminous underwater world just waiting to shine! Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon.* Come join the Ocean Institute's team on their new adventure this summer for a chance to witness the thousands of drifting organisms that can make their […]

$55

Ocean Encounters

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA, United States

The Waldorf Astoria, Monarch Beach Resort's Summer kids club presents Ocean Encounters. Explore the ocean without ever leaving the shore. Stop by Kids Club to delight in a complimentary interactive experience as Ocean Institute presents a hands-on exhibit where you can touch, feel, and learn about various creatures that live in our ocean waters. Activities […]

Starry Nights at Lantern’s Edge

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa 25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, CA, United States

Gaze into the wonders of the universe with this immersive exploration of the night sky. Join us for an exploration of the night sky with a guided lesson on stargazing using a high-powered telescope. Members of the Los Angeles Astronomical Society will join us at Lantern's Edge and give us a detailed look at the […]