A California Christmas
As you start planning for holiday fun, Catalina Island is the place to be for unique Christmas shopping, holiday cheer and a New Year’s celebration.
Holiday Open House at Mt Ada
Kick off the holiday spirit at the Holiday Open House at Mt Ada on December 2! Celebrate a Catalina tradition by joining the Catalina Island Foundation and the Catalina Island Company for this joyous fundraiser. From 2pm to 6pm, enjoy live music, cookies, beverages, raffles and a silent auction.
Holiday Sip & Shop
The Catalina Museum for Art & History presents to you a special edition of First Fridays at the Museum – the Holiday Sip & Shop! On December 5 from 5pm to 7pm, the Catalina Museum will begin their holiday sale with 25% off all items and various treasures for $1 or $5. Sip your way through shopping with complimentary champagne and cider.
Shop Catalina
Catalina Island’s annual Shop Catalina Holiday Kick Off & Community Tree Lighting is back in town on December 6. This event is packed with holiday shopping, a festive parade, the Christmas tree lighting and pictures with Santa on the Wrigley Stage. Get a head start on your holiday shopping in beautiful Avalon from 12pm to 8pm.
Holiday Concert
On Saturday, December 13 the Catalina Museum for Art & History will host the annual Holiday Concert with the Loyola Marymount University choir from 5pm to 7:30pm. Guests of all ages are invited to explore the museum’s galleries with an evening of holiday entertainment. Enjoy a complimentary dessert bar along with seasonal refreshments for purchase.
New Year’s Eve Celebration
Ring in 2026 island-style at the annual New Year’s Eve Gala! Dress in your finest attire and dance under the midnight balloon drop in the iconic Casino Ballroom. Your reservation includes a gourmet buffet dinner, desserts, musical entertainment, a champagne split and party favors. It’s the perfect way to stay hello to the New Year.
Polar Bear Swim & Plunge
Dive headfirst into the New Year at the annual Polar Bear Swim & Plunge at Middle Beach on January 1. This invigorating challenge brings the community together whether you are a craving the adrenaline rush or cheering on fellow swimmers. The Polar Bear Swim will begin at 7:30am at the Casino Dive Park followed by the Plunge at 11:30am at Middle Beach.