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Whale
Watching Season
Migration
season for the Gray Whale is December through
early April. Dana Point Harbor has great
Whale Watching Excursion Services to provide
you with an exciting and and awesome experience.
Each service is different, so check them
out before you decide on your whale watch
experience.
DANA
POINT COMPANIES PROVIDING EXCURSIONS:
Dana
Wharf Sportsfishing
Dana Point Harbor
Dana Point
Captain
Dave's Dolphin Safari
24440 Dana Point Harbor
Drive Dana Point, CA 92629
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ANNUAL BOAT PARADE OF LIGHTS - December
Boaters from all around Orange County decorate
their boats and vie for awards. You can
view the parade free from anywhere in the
Harbor, or make reservations at one of the
restaurants to view it from a cozy and warm
spot. Visitors are welcome to come down
and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season.
LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor
34555 Golden Lantern
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Dana Wharf Sportfishing offers boat rides
so you too can experience the fun of actually
riding on a boat and joining in the parade.
Reservations can be made at www.danawharf.com
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Holiday
in the Harbor - Late November/ Early
December
The three areas of the Harbor, Dana Wharf,
Mariners Village and Mariner's Alley all
host holiday activities geared to families
and children. There are many fun activities,
such as photos with Santa, performances
by various characters, and holiday crafts,
people painting, and a caricature artist.
LOCATIONS:
Activities start on the grass in front of
Harpoon Henry's at 34555 Golden Lantern,
Dana Point Harbor. Niguel Fine Arts will
be hosting an Art Show and Sale dockside.
The parking and events are FREE!
INFORMATION:
(949) 923-2255
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BOAT
RIDES WITH SANTA - Early December
Held
at Dana Wharf Sportfishing Docks. Twenty-minute
Harbor cruise with Santa and his helpers.
Santa will be hearing those Christmas wishes
as you cruise the Harbor. What a unique
and fun way for kids of all ages to visit
with Santa, dress warm.
LOCATION:
Dana Wharf Sportfishing docks
34675 Golden Lantern - between Jon’s Fish Market and Wind and Sea
INFORMATION:
(949) 923-2255
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Spring
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Festival
of Whales - March
March
is the time of the year that the whales
to make their annual trip down south and
the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce will
celebrate with their Annual Street Fair,
which is part of the Whale Festival with
a weekend of fun, food, entertainment and
an arts & craft show with over 100 vendors.
LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor
INFORMATION:
949-472-7888 or 1-888-440-4309 |
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Summer
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July
4th Fireworks Show
All Day Festivities - Fireworks at 9pm
South
Orange County's best aerial fireworks displays.
The fireworks are synchronized to a captivating
musical score...if you haven't heard the
music with the fireworks, you're only getting
half the experience! Bring your radio to
your favorite viewing spot and tune it to
88.5FM KSBR!.
Visitors
from all over Southern California flock
to Dana Point each year for this summer
tradition. Local residents are encouraged
to bike or walk to their favorite viewing
spot to avoid the annual parking difficulties.
FREE Shuttle buses make round trips from
the Dana Hills High School to Dana Point
Harbor, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. If you
must drive, plan ahead. Parking lots at
Doheny State Beach and the Dana Point Harbor
fill up very early. Personal vehicle access
to the Harbor closes at 7:30 p.m., only
buses will be allowed in during the closure.
For additional information, call (949) 248-3500 |
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Free
Summer Concert Series
DETAILS:
Ten weeks of musical entertainment presented
by the City of Dana Point.
DATES
& TIMES:
Concert times are 4:30-6:00 p.m. |
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Fall
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Ocean Institute's Maritime Festival - September
At
the Ocean Institute: Sea Chantey Concert,
maritime exhibits and demonstrations, Port
Royal Privateers encampment, model boat
building, wood carving, touch tank encounters,
rope challenge course, crafts and food.
Admission
to Art & Craft show, live entertainment,
living-history demonstrations, pirate encampment
and food vendor area: FREE
LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor
INFORMATION:
949-496-2274
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Richard
Henry Dana Charity Regatta September
Three days of competitive sailing and one
day fishing tournament. Participants
have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits
of the Dana Point Yacht Club, which features
a breathtaking clubhouse and panoramic views
of the Dana Point Harbor.
A
wide variety of activities will take place
throughout the four days. Some of which
include; Thursday Lido & Capri sail races
and the Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament,
Friday sponsor and VIP recognition dinner,
Saturday and Sunday boaters continental
breakfast, a full day of sail races and
a fishing tournament both Saturday and Sunday,
Saturday evenings Casino night, and Sunday's
boaters lunch and awards. All four-days
of fun filled events will be open to Sponsors.
LOCATION:
Dana
Point Yacht Club
Dana Point, CA
INFORMATION:
949-496-2900
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Annual
Halloween Haunt - October
Celebrate
Halloween in a safe and fun environment
with State Park Staff and Volunteers at
our Campfire Center from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
They will have a small spooky area, nocturnal
educational booths and activities, arts
and crafts, and snacks. Dress in costume
and please bring a non-perishable food item
per person for donation to a local food
bank.
LOCATION:
Dana Point Harbor Campfire Center
INFORMATION:
949-496-3617
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Harvest
Festival of Dulcimers
September
The
festival will have teaching workshops in
beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels
for the American fretted dulcimer (also
known as the Appalachian or mountain dulcimer)
and the hammered dulcimer, as well as worskhops
for other folk instruments Including bodhran
or Irish drum. Hawaijan slack-key guitar
and ukulele. There will also be a workshop
on Irish singing.
Location:
Dana Point Harbor Youth and Group Facility
34451 Ensenada Place
Dana Point, CA
INFORMATION:
(562) 861-7049
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Featuring
Festivals and Events in Dana Point, California
Please
let us know about any upcoming events that you may be aware
of. You can send us details by email to sales@orangecounty.net
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