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.
Get a unique water’s-eye view of Marina del Rey on the summer WaterBus for $1 per person, one-way. The open-air water taxi takes people to eight stops throughout the Marina including Fisherman’s Village, Burton Chace Park and Marina “Mother’s” Beach. Bikes and strollers allowed; pets are not allowed. Cash only—buy tickets at each dock loation. […]
Let the MDR Weekend Guide line up your plans. Looking for last-minute Father’s Day ideas? Celebrating the end of school? Want to beat the heat? We got you covered. Scroll below to see what’s on deck in L.A.’s Marina. Share the MDR Weekend Guide with someone you know. Click here for more Father’s Day ideas […]
With so much to do in MDR, we rounded up the fun things happening this weekend. If you’re seeking warm sunshine, sandy beaches, and fresh ocean air in a laid-back coastal town, L.A.’s Marina is the place to be. Feel like listening to live music? We’ve got live bands, DJs and more. Want to watch […]
Love is in the air and we’ve rounded up 6 ways to celebrate Valentine’s weekend in MDR! This year, the special day falls on Monday so we’re calling it Valentine’s weekend. Makes sense especially if you’re planning a Valentine’s weekend getaway! If you’re local, no need to go far. Marina del Rey, aka MDR, is […]
Marina del Rey opens onto Santa Monica Bay, a pass-through for grey whales and humpbacks on their annual migration. December through March offers the best whale-watching, although the trips run year-round as an opportunity to look for dolphins and many other types of sea life and sea birds. Departs daily at 10 a.m. and an […]
A very merry MDR Christmas weekend is upon us! Read below to see our weekend picks on where to eat, stay and play in Marina del Rey.
Killer Shrimp hosts this annual holiday car show and toy drive in the parking lot of its waterfront restaurant space. Free to show and free to attend! Spend the morning pouring over hot rods, exotics, motorcycles, classics, and muscle cars. Enjoy music, food, and photos with Santa, too. Please bring a new, unwrapped children’s toy […]
Dress in fun festive holiday attire for the first Holiday Paddle Parade and costume contest hosted by Pro SUP Shop. Enjoy a stand-up paddle or kayak guided tour ($30 for paddleboard or single kayak; $40 for tandem kayak). All ages and levels are welcome. This is a pet-friendly event, too!
Enjoy dinner and a PMYC Comedy Show presented by the Pacific Mariners Yacht Club. Pre-sale tickets are $20 (individual) and $40 (couple). Tickets at the door are $25. 13915 Panay Way. RSVP Duke Vasquez via email: ducrotduke.dv@gmail.com or call 909-380-5230.
Enjoy live music from DJs at Brizo Bar and Restaurant’s main bar from 9 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday, Nov. 19 and Nov. 20. Lineup inclues Dosa on Friday and Annalyze on Saturday. Free.