MARINA DEL REY BLOG 

Welcome to the official Marina del Rey blog written by the Marina del Rey Tourism Board. My Marina tells different stories of what makes L.A.’s Marina a unique destination. Read about fun things do like sailing and paddle boarding to waterfront dining, yacht cruises, and more.  

Weekend Concerts at Fisherman’s Village

Break out your dancing shoes! Enjoy free live music on the plaza at Fisherman’s Village on Saturdays and Sundays year-round (weather permitting). Spring and summer hours are 2-5 p.m. Click below for the September lineup.

Dance JAM – Tahitian Dance

Do you like to dance and want to learn some new moves? Try out Dance JAMs, a series of free participatory dance events offered in Marina del Rey throughout the year. The August 25 JAM highlights Tahitian dance and is held ahead of Summer Concerts in the Park. Stick around for the free production of […]

Yoga in the Park

outdoor free yoga class in the Park in Marina del Rey

Join a free* yoga class at beautiful Burton Chace Park on Sundays at 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (winter schedule). Bring your own yoga mat. Look for the class outdoors under the white pergola. To check if class will take place in case of rain, call 424-526-7910 or sign-up for email updates here. *Donations are welcome. Your contributions […]

MDR Sheriff’s Department BBQ Fundraiser

harbor patrol boat

Come support your local Sheriff’s Department, Coast Guard, Fire Department, and lifeguards at this fundraising barbecue event to support the building of a fitness center. Also in attendance will be UCLA’s Women’s Gymnastics NCAA Champions with a special appearance by gymnast Peng-Peng Lee. Food is donated by Blue Dog Tavern, IHOP Marina del Rey, and Literati Cafe.

Fisherman’s Village Concerts – August

Break out your dancing shoes! Enjoy free concerts on Saturday and Sunday afternoons at Fisherman’s Village, 2-5 p.m. Click below for the August lineup.

Summer Concerts in the Park

marina del rey summer concerts in the park

The L.A. County Department of Beaches & Harbors produces the annual Summer Concert Series in Burton Chace Park. The concerts are free and do not require tickets; however, the park may close if capacity is reached. First come, first served. Click the website button for the 2018 lineup and full schedule.

Fisherman’s Village Concerts – July 4

people dancing to live band

Break out your dancing shoes! Enjoy a bonus concert all afternoon on July 4. R&B favorites, Friends, plays from 2 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Fisherman’s Village. Click below for the full July lineup. Find July 4 road closure information and other details here.

Migration Celebration

This free family event includes live bird displays, an art gallery, live music, food trucks, a planting workshop, guided birding tours, and kids’ activities.

New Year’s Eve Celebration

fireworks

Good-bye 2017! Ring in 2018 with your loved ones at the Marina’s annual fireworks show. New this year, join us at 7 p.m. for a Glow Party at Burton Chace Park with face painting, music, food trucks, and more. Free admission. Stick around to enjoy two fireworks shows – one at 9 p.m. and the other […]

JAM Session – Learn the Hula!

Women and children dancing hula in front of instructor

JAM sessions, put on by Ford Theatres, are interactive cultural dance events where all ages and skill levels are welcome. On August 19, learn the graceful moves of the Hawaiian hula and how to play basic chords on the ukulele (ukes are provided). The event is free! Stay afterward for a free outdoor screening of […]