Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween adventure at the El Dorado Nature Center’s Howloween Festival. Trick-or-treat along the trails, explore the animal education village, and catch spooky stories on the spooktacular stage. Kids can bounce at the Ohhh-possum Patch and enjoy ghoulish grub before heading home. Costumes are encouraged, but please leave pets at home for this […]
Step aboard the historic Battleship IOWA for the fifth annual Halloween STEMebration, a free family-friendly event combining spooky fun with hands-on science. Guests can enjoy six candy stations, trunk-or-treat with first responders, festive games like Witch’s Ring Toss and Boooo-wling, and STEM-inspired activities including a slime factory, spooky tangrams, and a candy tower challenge. With […]
Celebrate the season coastal-style at Paséa Hotel & Spa’s first-ever Fall Festival. The Ocean Lawn will come alive with festive food and drinks, live music, and family-friendly autumn activities. Enjoy pumpkin decorating, fall-themed photo spots, and lawn games like pumpkin bowling. Don’t miss the Pet Costume Parade or the children’s costume contest with prizes from […]
Since its founding in 2020, Stand Up to Trash has removed over 15,000 pounds of debris from the local environment while educating more than 11,000 participants about waste reduction and conservation. Join the monthly cleanup for a morning of community and environmental stewardship, starting with yoga at Baby Beach, 8:00 to 9:00 a.m., followed by […]
Halloween harbor vibes hit the water as witches and warlocks in costume take to stand-up paddleboards and kayaks for the 7th Annual Witches Paddle. This enchanting seaside tradition, started by locals Christie Moorehouse and Susan Stuart, has grown into a highly anticipated community event. Participants can bring their own boards or kayaks or rent from […]
Lace up for the 4th Annual Monster Dash 5k and Creepy Crawl Fun Run, a Halloween-themed race full of tricks, treats, and spooky fun for all ages. Runners, walkers, zombies, skeletons, and strollers are welcome, and costumes are encouraged with awards for race winners and best costumes. The event features chip timing, race shirts, computerized […]
Roll up your sleeves with Friends of Ballona Wetlands to help restore Los Angeles’ last coastal wetlands. Get hands-on experience while learning about urban ecology—clearing invasive vegetation to give slow-growing native plants room to thrive. Highlights include guided restoration, urban ecology learning, community service. Registration required. For details and to register, visit ballonafriends.org/calendar/2025/10/25/community-habitat-restoration
Dana Point Harbor and the Pet Project Foundation present the inaugural Dogapalooza, a day dedicated entirely to dogs and their humans while supporting a great cause. Highlights include a pet costume contest, VW photo booth, pet pampering, kid- and pet-friendly crafts, curated local vendors, live music, food trucks, and a beer and wine garden. Don’t […]
Ventura Harbor’s beloved dog costume contest is back! Pups dressed in their spookiest, most creative, or most sea-worthy outfits will compete for prizes in categories including Best in Show, Spookiest, Most Sea Worthy, Most On Trend, and Most Creative. After the contest, join the festive doggie parade along the waterfront promenade into Ventura Harbor Village. […]
Savor an evening of fine wine, delicious bites, and scenic waterfront views at Boathouse on the Bay’s Wine Tasting on the Bay. From 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., guests will enjoy a hand-selected tasting experience paired with appetizers on the restaurant’s beautiful patio overlooking Alamitos Bay. This final tasting of the season invites guests to raise […]
The Marine Recreation Association invites marina professionals, recreational boating industry leaders, and service providers to gather for the 2025 Annual Educational Conference & Trade Show. This year’s event offers networking, expert-led educational sessions, and an exhibitor showcase designed to help you grow your business and expand your knowledge of the latest industry trends. Highlights include […]
Experience the beauty, power, and wonder of nature on the big screen at the Opening Night of “The Natural World Unleashed!” This special screening invites guests to immerse themselves in stunning visuals and captivating storytelling that celebrate the planet’s most extraordinary landscapes and wildlife. Following the film, attendees are invited to an opening night reception […]