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Calendar Of Catalina Island Events
2012
Ongoing Events
Catalina Island Museum Exhibits
The Catalina Island Museum offers a permanent exhibition related to the history of Santa Catalina Island, which changes throughout the year. Four
special exhibitions are featured each year as well. For more information about the museum and their exhibition schedule
visit www.CatalinaMuseum.org or call 310‐510‐2414
January
1/1 Pajama Breakfast Party at Antonio's Cabaret
Bathrobes, slippers and flannels are encouraged attire at Antonio’s Pizzeria & Cabaret's annual Pajama Breakfast Party from 8:00 am – noon on New
Year’s Day. The breakfast event features the "Good Morning Avalon!" breakfast menu, live music, dancing and prizes for the best pajamas! For more
information, call 310‐510‐0008 or visit www.catalinahotspots.com
1/14 Avalon Benefit 50 Mile Run
The 31st Annual Run crosses Catalina Island from Avalon to Two Harbors and back! Run where the buffalo roam through the island’s interior and see
both sides of the island. Proceeds from the run benefit local island charities. Spectrum Sports Management (909) 399‐3553; www.RunCatalina.com
February
2/25 31st Annual Avalon Harbor Underwater Cleanup
This is the only time scuba diving is allowed in Avalon Bay, with 500+ expected volunteer divers collecting trash and debris. Awards ceremony
follows on Wrigley Stage with prizes & giveaways. Proceeds benefit the USC Hyperbaric Chamber and the Given Fund for Ocean Conservation (310)
510‐2595 ext. 123; www.catalinaconservancy.org; avalonharborcleanup@gmail.com
March
3/10 Catalina Island Conservancy Marathon
This event will feature the exciting and historic marathon course used largely since the first year on the Catalina Island Conservancy’s lands. This
includes much of the rugged terrain, spectacular vistas and special challenges enjoyed by Hans Albrecht and friends in the earliest days of the event
under his management and enhanced over the years. Spectrum Sports Management 909‐399‐3553; www.RunCatalina.com
3/17 St. Patrick’s Karaoke Party
On Saturday, March 17th we’ll be celebrating the luck of the Irish all day long from noon to midnight with Happy Hour drink specials, a hearty
selection of Irish lunch and dinner specials and live Karaoke featuring you all‐time favorite Irish songs. El Galleon Restaurant (310) 510‐1188 or
www.CatalinaHotSpots.com
April
Date TBA Annual Rubber Ducky Derby
Annual fundraising event to support the local children’s theatre company “Kids At Play”. The derby begins at noon on South Beach. For more info
contact Kids At Plat 310‐510‐0288.
Date TBA Spring Fest
Food, Music & Games! Join the community on Front Street – fun for the whole family. For more information contact the City of Avalon Recreation
Department 310‐510‐1987
4/6 ‐4/8 3rd Annual Cafe Art Fair and Exhibition
Easter Weekend. This 3 day event on Crescent Avenue, along the waterfront, will have more than 40 artists and vendors, entertainment and fun for
all ages! 10am ‐ 5pm daily. For more information contact www.catalinaartassociation.org or 310‐510‐ART8(2788).
4/12 Earth Day 2012
Explore the natural side of Catalina Island and enjoy organic food, green living displays and demonstrations, family activities and live music at City
Park. Catalina Island Conservancy Education Dept (310) 510‐0954; www.catalinaconservancy.org
4/14 17th Annual Conservancy Ball
Join the Catalina Island Conservancy for a 40th Anniversary Celebration at the 2012 Conservancy Ball! This black tie event brings together all those
who love Catalina Island. Event includes silent and live auctions, dinner and dancing. Tickets and sponsorships available online. Catalina Island
Conservancy (310) 510‐2595 x140; www.catalinaconservancy.org
4/19 Community Health Fair
Improve your health and that of your family by attending the Catalina Island Health Fair in the Casino Ballroom from 10am to 3pm. A wide array of
free or low‐cost medical screenings are available at this annual event. Catalina Island Medical Center, 310‐510‐0700
Events are subject to change. Contact the Catalina
Island Chamber of Commerce for details and updates.
www.CatalinaChamber.com 310.510.1520
May
Summer Concert Series, May thru September
5/27, 6/2*, 6/23*, 6/30, 7/14, 7/28*, 8/11, 8/18*, 9/2
*FREE concert at Wrigley Stage, all other dates: location/price TBA
The Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and the Xceptional Music Company present a series of family friendly concerts. Wrigley Stage concerts
are FREE from 7:30 to 9:45 pm; Location TBA concerts are ticketed events, price/location to be announced. For entertainment line‐up and up to the
minute event schedule contact the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce 310‐510‐1520 or www.CatalinaChamber.com
5/4‐5/6 Santa Catalina Film Festival
Celebrate the art and entertainment of film in all of its forms, including a series of films dedicated to conservation. Participation in this event
supports the Conservancy’s work to keep Catalina’s wildlands wild. Catalina Island Conservancy, 310‐510‐2595; www.catalinaconservancy.org
5/5 Catalina Island Rugby Festival
An Old Boy/Masters Format. Minimum age to participate is 40 years. Featured match of the day is a 50+ years. This event is a fundraiser for the
Cancer Community Support Group and the Los Angeles Rugby Club. Catalina Island Rugby Festival 310‐798‐5445; tomhendrix5@aol.com
5/12 25th Annual Silent Film Benefit
A rare opportunity to experience the 1927 classic film “Wings” starring Clara Bow, Buddy Rogers, Richard Arlen and Gary Cooper. Featuring live
musical accompaniment by Robert D. Salisbury on the Page organ in the Art Deco splendor of one of California’s last remaining movie palaces.
“Wings” was the first film, and only silent film, to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. Catalina Island Museum (310) 510‐2414;
www.catalinamuseum.org
5/12 The Avalon Ball
Now in its 10th year, the Avalon Ball is a fantastic journey into the past when Big Bands played for huge audiences which were broadcast to the
nation in the Art Deco Casino Ballroom. This magical night features an evening of dancing to music from the 1920’s and 30’s performed by Dean
Mora & the Avalon Ball Dance Orchestra. Immerse yourself in glorious Deco opulence while gliding across the 10,000 square foot dance floor
surrounded by romantic ocean views. Art Deco Society of Los Angeles (310) 659‐3326; artdecola@sbcglobal.net or www.adsla.org
5/12 Catalina Mountain Bike Gran Fondo and Festival
For more information visit www.visitcatalinaisland.com
5/31 8th Annual Taste Around of Avalon
Kick‐off to the Annual Flying Fish Festival! Enjoy the most scrumptious tastes of delectable food or beverages from some of Avalon’s finest dining
establishments. Vote for your favorite “tastes” of food, drink and dessert as the Taste of the Year! Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510‐
1520; www.CatalinaChamber.com
5/31‐6/3 5th Annual Flying Fish Festival
Join us for the 5th Annual Flying Fish Festival, a four day event to celebrate the return of the incomparable Catalina Flying Fish with a variety of
family fun themed activities. For a full schedule of events and activities, please contact the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce, (310) 510‐1520;
www.CatalinaChamber.com
June
Summer Concert Series, May thru September – see May for description
5/27, 6/2*, 6/23*, 6/30, 7/14, 7/28*, 8/11, 8/18*, 9/2
*FREE concert at Wrigley Stage, all other dates: location/price TBA
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce 310‐510‐1520 or www.CatalinaChamber.com
June‐Aug Summer Day Camp 2012
All kids entering 1st grade in the Fall – 11 years of age are invited to join the camp for arts & crafts, games, singing, swimming & beach fun, field trips,
hiking and naturalist programs. For rates, dates & times, please call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
June‐Aug Summer Beach Bingo (each Tuesday & Thursday)
Bring your beach chair and some friends to the South Beach Lifeguard stand every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00‐7:00pm. Bingo cards are $1 each
and participants can win fun local prizes. For more information please call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
June‐Aug Kid’s Fishing Derby (each Wednesday)
City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
5/31‐6/3 5th Annual Flying Fish Festival
Join us for the 5th Annual Flying Fish Festival, a four day event to celebrate the return of the incomparable Catalina Flying Fish with a variety of
family fun themed activities. For a full schedule of events and activities, please contact the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce, (310) 510‐1520;
www.CatalinaChamber.com
6/22‐24 Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) Festival
Join us for SUP demonstrations, films and races from Descanso Beach for the winning cash purse. Spectator viewing at Descanso Beach, along the
walkway and at Casino Point. For more information visit www.visitcatalinaisland.com
6/23‐9/8 Summer BBQ’s at DC3 Grill
One Saturday each month from June‐September: 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/8
Join us for our summer BBQ at the DC3 Grill located 1600 feet above sea level at Catalina’s Airport‐in‐the‐Sky. Enjoy an all you can eat BBQ buffet
while listening to live music on our outdoor patio. Make your reservations early as we tend to sell out! Contact us for dates and reservations: DC3
Grill (310) 510‐2196; www.CatalinaDC3.com
July
Summer Concert Series, May thru September – see May for description
5/27, 6/2*, 6/23*, 6/30, 7/14, 7/28*, 8/11, 8/18*, 9/2
*FREE concert at Wrigley Stage, all other dates: location/price TBA
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce 310‐510‐1520 or www.CatalinaChamber.com
June‐Aug Summer Day Camp 2012 – see June for description
For dates, rates & times please call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
June‐Aug Summer Beach Bingo (each Tuesday & Thursday) – see June for description
City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
June‐Aug Kid’s Fishing Derby (each Wednesday) – see June for description
City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
6/23‐9/8 Summer BBQ’s at DC3 Grill – see June for details
One Saturday evening each month from June‐September: 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/8
Make your reservations early as we tend to sell out! DC3 Grill (310) 510‐2196; www.CatalinaDC3.com
July
7/4 Annual 4th of July Parade, Fireworks Display, Dinner at the Casino Ballroom
The golf cart parade down Crescent Avenue begins at 1pm. Enjoy a BBQ buffet dinner & music of the USC Marching Band in the Casino Ballroom
with premium balcony viewing for the fireworks display over Avalon. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510‐1520;
www.CatalinaChamber.com
7/4 4th of July Mardi Gras Party
Join us at El Galleon Restaurant before and after the 4th of July Parade. Featuring music from the Hyperion Dixieland Band with guest singer Peter
Loli and Trevor Jones on guitar. El Galleon Restaurant 310‐510‐1188; www.CatalinaHotSpots.com
7/21 14th Annual Gold Star Dive
Skin and scuba divers search for gold stars in Casino Point Underwater Park. This event is a fundraiser for the Sheriff’s Department S.T.A.R. (Success
through Awareness and Resistance) Program and the Catalina Hyperbaric Chamber. For more info call the LA County Sheriff’s Dept. (310) 510‐0174;
www.CatalinaGoldStarDive.org
August
Summer Concert Series, May thru September – see May for description
5/27, 6/2*, 6/23*, 6/30, 7/14, 7/28*, 8/11, 8/18*, 9/2
*FREE concert at Wrigley Stage, all other dates: location/price TBA
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce 310‐510‐1520 or www.CatalinaChamber.com
June‐Aug Summer Day Camp 2012 – see June for description
For dates, rates & times please call the City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
June‐Aug Summer Beach Bingo (each Tuesday & Thursday) – see June for description
City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
June‐Aug Kid’s Fishing Derby (each Wednesday) – see June for description
City of Avalon Recreation Department (310) 510‐1987
6/23‐9/8 Summer BBQ’s at DC3 Grill – see June for details
One Saturday evening each month from June‐September: 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/8
Make your reservations early as we tend to sell out! DC3 Grill (310) 510‐2196; www.CatalinaDC3.com
8/27‐8/28 22nd Annual Church Mouse Marlin Invitational
Non‐profit marlin fishing tournament, 100% release ‐ all proceeds donated to Catalina youth. Over $885,000 has been donated over the years. For
more information call (310) 467‐2371 or visit www.ChurchMouse.org.
September
Summer Concert Series, May thru September – see May for description
5/27, 6/2*, 6/23*, 6/30, 7/14, 7/28*, 8/11, 8/18*, 9/2
*FREE concert at Wrigley Stage, all other dates: location/price TBA
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce 310‐510‐1520 or www.CatalinaChamber.com
Date TBA California Billfish Series
The series consists of three striped marlin tournaments that attract the West Coast’s most avid fishing teams. The Zane Grey Invitational kicks off
the series, while the Avalon Billfish Classic and the Catalina Classic run simultaneously. The format of each event is unique and attracts a wide cross
section of offshore anglers. The events take place on Catalina Island, the birthplace of big‐game angling and the perfect backdrop for the series. With
its historical venue, great fishing, top‐notch parties and banquets, and the biggest prize purse in California, the California Billfish Series stands out as
the West Coast’s premiere offshore event. For more info contact BDOutdoors (858) 560‐5525 or visit www.CatalinaClassic.com
6/23‐9/8 Summer BBQ’s at DC3 Grill – see June for details
One Saturday evening each month from June‐September: 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/8
Make your reservations early as we tend to sell out! DC3 Grill (310) 510‐2196; www.CatalinaDC3.com
9/15 Catalina Island Women’s Forum Wine Festival
17th annual fundraiser featuring over 80 wineries, delectable hors d’oeuvres and smooth jazz. Net proceeds help support mentoring and scholarship
programs. Tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce (310) 510‐1520; www.CatalinaChamber.com
9/21‐9/23 54th Annual Festival of Art
Artists from all over the country exhibit along Crescent Avenue and sell their works of fine art, sculpture, fine crafts & photography. Catalina Art
Association (310) 510‐2788; www.catalinaartassociation.org
9/29 Catalina Island Conservancy Half Marathon
Runners enjoy the expansive Catalina Island Conservancy Nature Preserve with its spectacular vistas while being challenged by the rugged terrain.
They’ll also have the special thrill of knowing they’re in bison territory‐the Conservancy manages a free‐ranging herd of 150 of the majestic animals.
Spectrum Sports Management 909‐399‐3553; www.RunCatalina.com
October
Date TBA Fall Fest
Food, Music, Games! Join the community on Front Street – fun for the whole family. For more information contact the City of Avalon Recreation
Department 310‐510‐1987
10/4‐10/7, 10/11‐10/14, 10/18‐10/21 The Catalina Island JazzTrax Festival
This three weekend event features 30 different smooth jazz stars performing “Unplugged at Descanso Beach Club” on Thursdays and in the historic
Casino Ballroom, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Art Good features the newest and best talent in the smooth jazz genre. For tickets and information
call (866) 872‐9849; www.jazztrax.com
10/27 Halloween Costume Party
Costume contest prizes will be awarded! Full bar and special dinner menu available from 6‐close. El Galleon Restaurant (310) 510‐1188;
www.CatalinaHotSpots.com
10/31 Annual Halloween Parade
Don your favorite costume and join island school kids and residents for the Annual Halloween Parade down Crescent Avenue starting at 4:00 PM.
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510‐1520; www.CatalinaChamber.com
November
11/3 28th Annual Catalina Island Triathlon
Swim it, Bike it, Run it, Tri it! Experience the beauty of Catalina Island and the City of Avalon with the perfect end of season triathlon. Come for the
weekend or for the day and experience all that Catalina has to offer. For more information contact Spectrum Sports Management 909‐399‐3553;
www.RunCatalina.com
11/9‐11/11 Catalina Swing Dance Festival
This unique and special dance camp experience celebrates the Swing Era (1935‐1946) for a full weekend of live music and dance classes in the world
famous Casino Ballroom. 2 Ply Swing Productions (619) 347‐9366; joel@PlySwing.com, www.2PlySwing.com
11/10 Catalina Island Eco‐Marathon
Run over 20 miles of single track trails and ridgelines with views of the Pacific Ocean on both sides of the island. Run through a variety of ecosystems,
each with unique plant and animal life. Spectrum Sports Management at (909) 399‐3553; www.CatalinaEcoMarathon.com
December
12/1 19th Annual “Shop At Home” Night
A one‐night shopping extravaganza with holiday discounts, strolling carolers and prize drawings. Shop At Home Night kicks off with a holiday tree
lighting ceremony on Wrigley Stage. Get your picture taken with Santa when you bring 2 canned goods for a food drive to El Galleon from 6pm‐
8:30pm. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce (310) 510‐1520; www.CatalinaChamber.com
12/6‐12/9 Catalina Grand Prix
The Catalina Grand Prix returns to Catalina Island in 2012! For more information, please visit www.CatalinaGP.com
12/31 Annual New Year’s Eve Parties at El Galleon & Antonio’s
Dual Party ‐ tickets good for both restaurants! Join us from 8:30pm to 1am. Includes party favors and champagne at midnight. For tickets and dinner
reservations call El Galleon (310)510‐1188; www.CatalinaHotSpots.com
12/31 40th Annual New Year's Eve Celebration, Casino Ballroom
Dance in the New Year at this black‐tie optional event in the world famous Casino Ballroom. Reservations will go on sale July 2011. Catalina Island
Chamber of Commerce (310) 510‐1520; www.CatalinaChamber.com
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