A California Christmas
As you start planning for the holidays, Catalina Island is the place to be for unique Christmas shopping, holiday cheer and a New Year’s celebration.
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 4 from 5pm to 7pm, the Catalina Museum will begin their holiday sale with 25% off all items. Sip your way through shopping with free admission and complimentary champagne or cider.
Shop Catalina
Catalina Island’s annual Shop Catalina Holiday Kick Off & Community Tree Lighting is back in town on December 5. 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 12 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 join at the Schreiner Family Plaza for an evening of holiday entertainment. Enjoy a complimentary dessert bar along with seasonal refreshments for purchase. 
New Year’s Eve Celebration
Ring in 2027 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 in Avalon on January 1. This invigorating challenge brings the community together whether you are 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.
Turn your visit into a Christmas vacation with our special Boat and Hotel Packages or our Best of Winter deals. Packages include round-trip tickets on board the Catalina Express and your selected hotel from a one of our hotel partners.