Food Events in MDR this October 2024
Food events in MDR this October are heating up (and some with a spooky flare, too)! Marina del Rey is serving up a delicious mix of dining events perfect for food lovers this month! If you’re looking for a fun culinary adventure, then scroll below for more.
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
JAMAICA BAY INN | OCTOBER 11
Gather your crew to enjoy a Murder Mystery Dinner at Jamaica Bay Inn. Channel your inner detective as you enjoy a night of Old Hollywood suspense and intrigue. Dress the part, uncover clues, and solve the mystery while indulging in a buffet featuring prime rib, roasted salmon, and more. A complimentary welcome drink sets the tone for a night of fun. It’s the ideal event for families, friends, or a memorable corporate outing. Click here to buy tickets.
BARTENDER BATTLE
BEACHSIDE RESTAURANT | OCTOBER 17
Join the excitement at Beachside Restaurant & Bar’s first-ever Bartender Battle with Dos Hombres Mezcal. Five bartenders from other hotels will compete to create the best mezcal cocktail, and you get to vote for your favorite while enjoying small bites from Beachside Restaurant & Bar. Sip cocktails, admire beachfront views, and take home a fun souvenir. Tickets are just $54.91 for this one-of-a-kind evening. Click here to buy tickets.
MOVIES ON THE LAWN
JAMAICA BAY INN | SUNDAYS: OCTOBER 6, 13, 20 27
Movies on the Lawn at Jamaica Bay Inn offers a cozy, family-friendly outdoor movie night on Sundays. Seating starts at 7 p.m., with movies playing at dusk. Bring your low chairs, blankets, or pillows for a comfortable viewing experience—just leave the tall camping chairs at home. Admission is free, and you can enjoy $4 off half-bottle wines. Food, drinks, and picnic packs are also available for purchase. Movies include The House with a Clock in Its Walls, Goosebumps, Matilda, and Hocus Pocus. Click here for more details.
weekend brunch cruise & dinner cruise
city cruises
In Marina del Rey, City Cruises offers weekend brunch and dinner cruises aboard a large yacht, giving you a taste of luxury on the water. Enjoy sipping drinks on the top deck as you take in sweeping harbor views. Feast on a brunch buffet with champagne or a gourmet dinner under the stars. These cruises blend delicious food with stunning scenery, making them a perfect October weekend activity. Click here for more details.
SUNDAY GOSPEL BRUNCH
KILLER SHRIMP | SUNDAYS: OCTOBER 6, 13, 20, 27
If you’re looking for something more soulful, Killer Shrimp’s Sunday Gospel Brunch offers uplifting live gospel music and an irresistible brunch menu every Sunday. For $75, savor the famous “Killer Shrimp” bowl, egg dishes, and more as you soak in waterfront views. Click here for more details.
BEACH EATS – FOOD TRUCKS
MOTHER’S BEACH PARKING LOT | THURSDAYS: OCTOBER 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
Enjoy the weekly Beach Eats food truck fest on Thursday at Lot #11. The summer food truck series runs later into October and foodies can sample a variety of food truck fare. From Asian-fusion to BBQ and American classics, the rotating food truck cuisine appeals to all palates. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy a picnic dinner on the beach!
P.S. Marina del Rey offers a range of fun happy hours at waterfront restaurants and patios, featuring discounted drinks and small bites. Enjoy cocktails, beer, and wine specials at scenic spots like Tony P’s Dockside Grill, SALT at the Marina del Rey Hotel, and Killer Shrimp. These lively venues offer stunning marina views, ideal for unwinding with friends or coworkers. For more details, visit Happy Hour in MDR.