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3/14 Catalina Island Marathon, 10k, 5k
California’s oldest trail marathon takes place on Catalina Island.3/15 Catalina Community Clean Up
Join Bleu World for a community clean up at the Wrigley Stage.3/21 Avalon Braves the Shave
The St. Baldrick’s foundation hosts a head-shaving fundraiser to raise money for childhood cancer research. -
4/04 Community Easter Egg Hunt
Participate in an Easter Egg hunt at the Descanso Beach Club.4/25 Catalina Island Conservancy Ball
An elegant evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing to support the Catalina Island Conservancy. -
5/02 Catalina Island Rugby Festival
Join the team for the Old Boys/Master Rugby Festival (40 years plus).5/05 Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Join the community for a fiesta of fun at the Wrigley Stage for a Cinco De Mayo celebration.5/05 Cinco de Mayo Family Festival at the Catalina Museum for Art & History
A celebration including live music, dance performances and local food vendors.5/08-5/10 Catalina Arts & Crafts Festival
One of the longest running art festivals in California!5/15 Silent Film Showcase Opening Night
Opening night at the Catalina Museum for Art & History for the Silent Film Showcase.5/16 Silent Film Showcase
A 1920s cinematic experience in the Avalon Theatre.5/16 Art Deco Society Avalon Ball
Take a journey back in time 1920s and 30s at the Avalon Ball.5/28 Taste Around Avalon
Vote for your favorite dishes and beverages from some of Avalon’s finest restaurants.5/29-5/30 Catalina Wine Mixer
Raise a toast to the Original Catalina Wine Mixer from Step Brothers at Descanso Beach Club. -
6/07 Tamale Festival
This family friendly event at the Catalina Museum for Art & History includes a variety of local tamale vendors, live music, games and more!6/13 Catalina Pride Celebration
Join in the annual Catalina Pride celebration at the Wrigley Stage. -
7/04 Independence Day
Celebrate the Fourth of July on Catalina Island with festive events all day long. -
8/01 Catalinaville Fundraiser
Help raise funds for the Catalina Island Medical Center at Descanso Beach Club.8/13 Paint and Sip Night with Fabi
Join the Catalina Island Museum for Art & History for a paint and sip night. -
9/12-9/13 Annual Catalina Channel Crossing
Longest Polynesian canoe races in the continental U.S.9/18-9/20 Catalina Festival of Art
One of the longest running art festivals in California. -
10/03 Catalina Island Chili Cook-Off
Join Avalon Rotary Club for chili, salsa tasting and more!10/08-10/11 JazzTrax Festival
The longest running Smooth-jazz festival held for two weekends long.10/15-10/18 JazzTrax Festival
The longest running Smooth-jazz festival held for two weekends long.10/31 Halloween Parade and Party
Join us for a family friendly Nightmare on Front Street. -
11/01 Día de los Muertos Family Festival
Join the Catalina Museum for Art & History in celebrating Día de los Muertos.11/14 Catalina Island Half Marathon & 10K
Eco-marathon, half marathon, 10K and kid’s run. -
12/05 Shop Catalina
Celebrate the beginning of the holidays at the annual Shop Catalina with events and shopping throughout the day.12/12 Holiday Concert with the LMU Choir
The Catalina Museum for Art & History will host the LMU choir for a holiday concert.12/31 New Year’s Eve Celebration
Dance in the New Year on Catalina Island at the Casino Ballroom. -
First Fridays at the Museum
On the first Friday of each month, the Catalina Museum for Art & History offers evening hours for members and guests to take part in an enriching program. The museum’s four main areas of focus: art, history, music and film are often highlighted during each of these events and may include live music, dance performances, lectures, films, dining and more. (Monthly: April-December, except July)