Camp Xanadu on Catalina Island - Sept. 29 to Oct 1, 2017

Camp Xanadu is an all-inclusive, 200-person annual summer retreat hosted in a private cove on Catalina Island. Secluded from the buzzing and beeping of the mainland camp is designed to inspire, recharge and provide personal and professional growth. Whether your a leader entrepreneur, creative, nature lover or adventure seeker camp has something for everyone, including; guided water excursions, workshop, arts & crafts, nightly theme parties, delicious meals and, of course, all of your favorite classic camp activities.

For more information please visit the Website

Catalina Uke-Fest - September 9, 2017

The Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Xceptional Music Company are pleased to present this FREE, family friendly Concert Series, next to the Bay on Wrigley Plaza Stage. A Beer & Wine Garden will be available. For more information please contact the Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau.

Hatch Chili Festival at Mi Casita - September 2017

Fresh hatch green chilies from New Mexico, extensive menu selections made with this famous tasty chili available only in late August and September of each year. Available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mi Casita Mexican Restaurant. 
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Catalina Ski Race - July 12, 2017

When: July 12, 2017 from 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Where: Long Beach to Avalon, CA

The CSR is the premier water ski race in the world, but the CSR is more than just a race.  With its rich 69 year history, quality of competition, and challenge of the open ocean, the CSR has earned its place on the world stage.

Water skiers from around the globe come to participate.  This race has notoriety because of the number of participants, and because it is the only open-ocean ski race regularly scheduled anywhere in the world.  It is an especially unique challenge to compete across 62 miles of ocean. It is highly coveted and followed around the ski racing world.

The 62 mile-long race to Avalon and back starts and finishes near the Queen Mary.  Spectators from around the globe can be found lining Queen Mary’s decks in effort to get the best view of the start and finish.

There are 20 different classes in which to participate; from novice to expert.  There are two different starting categories: Boats that are 24 feet long or smaller, and boats between 24 feet and 43 feet. The smaller boats start 7 minutes before the large boats.

Movies on the Beach featuring The Jungle Book - July 24, 2017

Come by and join the fun and see The Jungle Book! Free Admission! Popcorn, snacks and beverages available for purchase to benefit Catalina CHOICES.

Summer Beach Bingo - July 13, 2017

Bring your beach chair and some friends to the South Beach Lifeguard stand every Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00-7:00pm. Bingo cards are $1 each and participants can win fun local prizes. Sponsored by the City of Avalon Recreation Department.

Come join the fun every Tuesday and Thursday at the South Beach Lifeguard Stand.

4th of July Party at El Galleon - 2017

Visit El Galleon Restaurant before and after the 4th of July Parade. Featuring live music throughout the day and Karaoke (over 20,000 song titles) from 9pm to 1am. El Galleon Restaurant.