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LA Fleet Week 2018

 Sponsored by the new Amazon series of Tom Clancy’s “Jack Ryan,” LA Fleet Week is a celebration of America’s sea services. Just a few of the activities to take place are public ship tours, military displays and demonstrations of some of these amazing vessels. LA Fleet Week pays respect to military veterans and the servicemen […]

Lobster Fest

Unfortunately, Redondo Beach’s Lobster Fest was cancelled this year, but locals can still get their fill of lobster in Dana Point this year. Lobster will be provided by the “world famous” San Pedro Fish Market. Live music will be played by Jaw and the Beach Buzzards. Cost: $65-$2,000. Time: 4 p.m. More information about the […]

$65

Blessing of the Waves

For the past 11 years, an annual “Blessing of the Waves” ceremony has been held recognizing the spiritual importance of the ocean. The ceremony, which is interfaith including many diverse religions such as Zoroastrian, Muslim, Jewish, Christian, Bahai and Sikh, will bless the waves and all who ride on them as well as lifeguards and […]

Free

A Night With Parker House: The Giant Sea Bass Collective

Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA, United States

On Tuesday, Sept. 11, the Women’s Sailing Association of Santa Monica Bay presents Parker House, co-founder of The Giant Sea Bass Collective, a joint research project between UCSB and CSUN. This gentle giant, a Native California fish,  can weigh up 500 pounds. Nearly fished to extinction, it's making a comeback, and House will tell us about conservation and […]

Catalina Island Women’s Forum Wine Festival

The Catalina Island Women’s Forum, a non-profit organization benefitting women and girls of the island, will be hosting the Island Style Wine Tasting and Silent Auction. Alongside the weekend-long Festival of Art, this festival will feature wine tasting, appetizers and live music on the South Beach. The silent auction invites participants to bid on art, […]

$80

4th Annual Avalon Billfish Challenge

You and your team are invited to fish in Catalina Island’s only Jackpot Billfish Tournament.  This fun and competitive family-run event, which emphasizes tag and release, kicks off with an afternoon captain’s meeting. Two days of fishing are capped off by a delicious dinner banquet back on the final evening where cash and door prizes […]

Pier Under the Stars

Support Ventura’s historic pier by attending the Pier Under the Stars event. This event gives attendees the opportunity to indulge in tasting delicious food and desserts by Ventura’s best restaurants and cafes while sipping on wine. Also featured at this outdoor event is a silent auction, photo booth, dancing and of course gorgeous views. Each […]

Surf City Nights

Huntington Beach’s weekly street fair, Surf City Nights, takes place every Tuesday night unless the weather interferes and let’s be honest — the weather rarely delays this event in beautiful, sunny SoCal. The street fair features a certified farmer’s market, live entertainment, food, children’s activities and more. There is an abundance of street and public […]

LA Harbor Boat Show

Cabrillo Way Marina

Come and join in the fun at the third annual LA Harbor Boat Show at Cabrillo Way Marina. This in-water boat show, located in San Pedro, will host a large selection of new trawlers, cruisers, sportsfishers, sailboats, catamarans, motoryachts — you name it! Yacht brokerages and vendors selling marina accessories and other services will also […]

$15

ABC Boating Course by the San Diego Sail and Power Squadron

Southwestern Yacht Club 2702 Qualtrough Street, San Diego, CA, United States

Learn the basics alongside San Diego Sail and Power Squadron instructor. This course meets California Boater Card requirements. Cost: $55; $65 for two students sharing a book. Time: Fri.,  Sept 21, 6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.; Sat., Sept. 22  9:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. Southwestern Yacht Club will host this class and is located at 2702 Qualtrough St. San […]

South Bayfront Art Show

Chula Vista Marina 550 Marina Parkway, Chula Vista, CA, United States

The South Bayfront Art Cooperative and Susan and Don Johnson will be presenting a maritime-themed art show at Chula Vista Marina. The general public is invited to visit the Marina Room to view the artwork of local artists, which will be displayed. Time: 9:30-11 a.m. Call 619-691-1860 to learn more about this event or visit […]

SaltDog Classic

A pet-friendly music and art event hosted near the ocean at Seaside State Beach, adults, kids and dogs are in store for some seaside fun. Among a few of the activities are a tiki bar, live music, artist garden, non-profit guest speakers, designated yoga area, children’s game area and a Selfie Station to take a […]

$10