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.  

Old Fashioned Day at the Park

old fashioned boats docked in marina

Head to Burton Chace Park for the 45th annual event. Tour vintage yachts and classic cars from the 1920s to 1960s. Free admission! A food truck or two will have items for sale.  

Beachside: Holiday Dinner

Outdoor dining patio at Beachside restaurant with view of Marina "Mother's" Beach

For a festive Christmas dinner with a beachfront view, head to Beachside Restaurant and Bar for a special three-course holiday prix fixe menu. The restaurant is just steps from Marina “Mother’s” Beach and will also offer a special kids holiday menu. Click button to make reservations.

MDR Weekend Guide, June 17-19, 2022

Drinks or weekend brunch on patio table overlooking water at Cast & Plow Restaurant

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 […]

DineLA in Marina del Rey Fall 2021

romantic setting for dinner at the beach - 6

What better way to ring in fall than DineLA in Marina del Rey? Mark your calendars! October 1—15, 2021 is restaurant week in Los Angeles. Here is your opportunity to try something new at the Marina’s waterfront restaurants. Whether it’s a new lunch dish or a brand new date night spot, Dine LA makes it […]

Spring Break Ideas in Marina del Rey

It’s almost time to shake off winter and embrace some sunshine! Want to know what to do for spring break in Los Angeles? Read on for exciting spring break ideas in L.A.’s Marina. Whether you’re traveling solo or with a group of all ages, there’s something for everyone to do in Marina del Rey. Just four […]

Where to Watch 2020 Super Bowl in Los Angeles

football on grass

Look no further for the best venues in Marina del Rey to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 2. Most of the spots in the Marina have incredible views of the water, making it even more enticing to grab your squad and head to L.A.’s Marina. Plus, if you want to avoid driving and […]

Snow Wonder

kids playing in snow

Ring in the holiday season at Marina del Rey’s most festive holiday celebration. The day begins with the family-focused Snow Wonder festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Burton Chace Park. Children will enjoy crafts, snow play and sledding, face painting, DJ entertainment, and more. At 5:55 p.m., a brief fireworks show kicks off […]

Marina Spooktacular

Zombie pirate

October 26 and 27: Come enjoy this Halloween party on the harbor, featuring L.A.’s only haunted pirate ships! There’s fun and scares for all ages, but the frights intensify as night falls over Burton Chace Park in Marina del Rey during this two-day festival.  Ongoing tours of the pirate ships will be less-scary in the […]

Marina del Rey Summer Concerts

Band performing in Marina del Rey

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 2019 lineup and full schedule.