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Dana Point Harbor is the hottest place to be this summer, where the community can enjoy endless activity and harbor-hosted events to make the most of longer days. From local live music to harbor-favorite dining experiences and unique retail finds to stunning harbor cruises, there’s no wrong choice at Dana Point Harbor.
Ongoing Summer Happenings:
- Delve into Dana Point’s vibrant history with this free, interactive, Citywide Scavenger Hunt happening now through Monday, June 30. Discover iconic places that have shaped Dana Point, including two stops at the harbor from the Richard Henry Dana Statue to Don Hansen Plaza. Each stop is identified by a QR code to learn more about its significance.
- Free live music is back! Seaside Sessions returns with live acoustic performances from local favorites every Thursday from 4 – 6 p.m. at The Wharf hosted by Dana Point Harbor Partners. The series officially kicks off Thursday, June 5, and runs through Thursday, August 28. This year’s series features Bruddah Adrian, Zach Churchill, Lauren Black, Ava August, Matt Koerner, Anthony Small, Roderick Chambers, and Corey Angeli.
- Stand Up To Trash is holding multiple Summer Beach Cleanup and Lunch & Learn events at Dana Point Harbor, including World Oceans Day on Sunday, June 8, Plastic Free July on Sunday, July 6, and a 5th Anniversary Party on Sunday, August 10.
- Sailors aged 6 to 16 years can set sail with the Dana Point Yacht Club Youth Sailing Program this summer, Monday, June 9, through Friday, August 8! Join a curriculum with a choice of nine weekly sessions to develop the skill and knowledge it takes to be a safe and effective sailor, while promoting the values of teamwork and cooperation, honesty and integrity, patience and respect.
- Dana West Yacht Club’s Youth Sailing Summer Camps return starting Monday, June 16, through Friday, August 8. Those aged 7 to 18 can join a one-week session and enjoy outdoor activities, discover ocean appreciation and develop friendships.
- Dana Wharf’s Live Music Harbor Cruise returns Friday, July 18, through Saturday, October 4, on select Fridays and Saturdays. The 21 and over events feature a live band and full bar with breathtaking 360-degree sunset views aboard the 95’ Dana Pride.
One-Time Summer Happenings:
- Little Folk Club returns to Dana Point Harbor on Friday, June 20 at 10 a.m. Kick off your weekend with this interactive music program for your little ones. Please feel free to bring along your favorite instruments, blankets, towels and chairs. The event will take place on the Island, across the bridge at Island Way, right in front of the Richard Henry Dana Statue.
- The Doheny State Beach Foundation and California State Parks present the annual Doheny Surf & Art Festival Saturday, June 21, and Sunday, June 22. The free two-day festival celebrates historic surf culture and includes various interactive activities like art and surf booths, a beer garden, live music and dance performances.
- Saddle up for a sun-soaked day of fun at Bump Out Park with Coastal Cowgirl, the ultimate fusion of all things beach and western at Dana Point Harbor on Saturday, June 28 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The event will feature line dancing, country and coastal vendors, photo ops, food, drinks and more.
- Red Cross Blood Drive – The American Red Cross will be back Wednesday, July 9 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Mariner’s Village. Walk-ins welcome, appointments preferred. Schedule a life-saving donation during the summer’s highest need.
As the Dana Point Harbor revitalization moves toward Phase 3 construction, current harbor tenants Art Sea, Gift Chateau, and Vintage Yacht Club will be moving into The Wharf, which will have 100% occupancy for summer. Dana Point Harbor Partners (DPHP) continues to focus on keeping the harbor experience thriving during every phase of the revitalization.
Phase 3, the next scheduled phase of landside construction along the waterfront buildings, is expected to commence as early as mid-August.
Visit the Dana Point Harbor event calendar for specific dates, details and times.
Please consider alternative modes of transit. Hop aboard the community-favorite Dana Point Trolley summer service for convenient drop off at both Golden Lantern and Puerto Place.
Dana Point Harbor remains open for business and adventure through the ongoing revitalization project, and invites you to enjoy fun, sun, ocean activities, delicious dining, shopping, and more year-round. From migratory gray whales that frequent the coastline to stunning sunsets and harbor views, there’s unlimited seaside beauty and unforgettable experiences at Dana Point Harbor. For more information visit DanaPointHarbor.com or connect with us via Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.
About Dana Point Harbor Partners: Dana Point Harbor Partners, LLC (DPHP), a collaboration created to operate and redevelop Dana Point Harbor in a P-3 partnership with the County of Orange, is made up of three best-in-class real estate development firms, each specializing in a unique product type. Burnham-Ward Properties is responsible for stewarding the harbor’s Commercial Core activities featuring the retail, restaurants, offices and other landside buildings, as well as all parkscape areas and events. Bellwether Financial Group guides the marina operations including the boat slips, boater facilities, dry boat storage, day-boater parking, guest slips, and launch ramp areas. R.D. Olson Development leads the hotel redevelopment and hospitality components of the harbor and currently operates the Dana Point Marina Inn.
The partnership has developed a master plan that connects the harbor’s landside and waterside to become a singular cohesive waterfront experience. United by a love of the water and dedicated to preserving Dana Point Harbor’s historical significance, the partnership is applying all areas of respective expertise to ensure every element of the harbor will be thoughtfully designed, redeveloped and managed to be reimagined into a world-class destination with historic roots and local charm.
Submitted By: Victoria Hegner
PR & Event Marketing Specialist
Photo Credit: Dana Point Harbor Partners