The Weekender
Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend
Movies in the Park: Jungle Cruise
Friday, June 17, 8-10 p.m.
Each Friday in June, movies will be shown at Lantern Bay Park. This week’s featured movie is Jungle Cruise, starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt. These free movie nights bring back the nostalgic feel of a drive-in movie, but without the car. Bring your low-back lawn chair or blanket. Refreshments available to purchase.
Lantern Bay Park
25111 Park Lantern, Dana Point
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Friday
COFFEE CONCERTS WITH HIGH TIDE
415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente
10-11 a.m.
In partnership with High Tide Coffee, enjoy a cup of coffee and watch an acoustic performance with local musicians at Casa Romantica’s outdoor Redmond Amphitheater. The show is free with the price of general admission.
949.498.2139
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SIZZLING SEVILLA NIGHT
Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
5:30-8:30 p.m.
“A Sizzling Sevilla Night,” Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary’s annual fundraiser, will benefit children’s charities. The event will feature Flamenco dancing, a live auction and opportunity trip drawing, as well as Spanish-style food from Orange County Chef Leo Razo. Tickets run from $200 to $250. The event will kick off with cocktails, music and a raffle.
866.540.4993
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AN EVENING AT THE STARDUST LOUNGE
202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Join Cabrillo Playhouse in its Stardust Lounge for an evening of blues, jazz, musical theater, and contemporary music featuring eight fabulous singers accompanied by a fantastic live jazz trio. This show will run on weekends through June 26.
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FARMERS MARKET IN SAN JUAN
Farmakis Farms, 29932 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Enjoy the farmers market in town every Friday afternoon. Check out the produce, breads, cheeses, artisan craft vendors, and more.
949.364.1270
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Saturday
YOGA ON THE FARM
32701 Alipaz Street, San Juan Capistrano
9-10:15 a.m.
The Ecology Center is providing this outdoor yoga session with yogi Diana Christinson and teachers from Pacific Ashtanga Yoga Shala. Sessions will include breathing lessons, which you can practice while surrounded by green vegetation and the natural earth. Additional sessions will be held every Saturday in June. Participants must bring their own mat and towel to place on the ground, as well as RSVP online.
949.443.4223
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FARMERS MARKET
La Plaza Park, 3411 La Plaza, Dana Point
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, hand-made soaps, and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags.
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KAYAK TOURS
24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
10 a.m.-Noon
Join the Ocean Institute for a two-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point Harbor. Learn about the history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem from one of the Institute’s expert naturalists. All experience levels are welcome. Must be at least 3 years old to participate. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Guests should bring moisture-wicking or weather-dependent clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and water. Tickets are $40, which includes access into the Ocean Institute.
949.496.2274
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MOVIE WITH A MISSION
Rancho Sierra Vista Equestrian Center, 31441 Avenida De La Vista, San Juan Capistrano
5:30 p.m.
Local nonprofit Surf and Turf Therapy, which uses equestrian and surf therapy to treat disabled children, is hosting its third outdoor movie screening and community gathering. Moana will be shown starting at 8 p.m., and there will be fun activities beforehand, including carnival games, line dance lessons, food and drink trucks, stories from patients, therapy horse visits, and more. Cost is $50 per car.
949.312.7227
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20TH ANNUAL PAINT SAN CLEMENTE PLEIN AIR CONTEST
100 N. Calle Seville, San Clemente
12:30 p.m.The San Clemente Art Association is holding its 20th annual Paint San Clemente contest through June 26. The quick draw contest for participants will be held on the lawn of the Community Center on June 18 from 12:30-3:30 p.m., with awards scheduled to be announced at 4:30 p.m. This contest runs from June 18-26. Almost 100 artists from around the U.S. are competing in this year’s judged fine art competition worth $6,000. On June 25-26, there will be an outdoor exhibit and sale of art. The Association’s gala for the seven-day event will be held on June 25 from 6-8:30 p.m., when the artist winners will be announced. Tickets are $20 for the awards reception.
949.303.5484
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LIVE MUSIC AT THE POINT
34085 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point
8:30-11:30 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Top 40s band Bad Influence will perform. 949.464.5700
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LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER
24701 Del Prado, Dana Point
8:30-11:30 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Tom Petty tribute band So Petty will perform.
949.661.6003
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SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE
101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente
9-11 a.m.
South OC Cars and Coffee is a weekly car show, attracting a mix of 1,000-3,000 plus hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4’s and motorcycles.
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Sunday
SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT SWALLOW’S
31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
2-6 p.m.
Come enjoy a drink and enjoy some live music at this famous downtown bar. The Rob Staley Band will perform.
949.493.3188
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CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE
33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
8 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. Soul jazz band Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio will perform. Tickets are $30. Doors open at 6 p.m.
949.496.8930
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FARMERS MARKET
100 North Calle Seville, San Clemente
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers at the Community Center/San Clemente Public Library parking lot.
949.361.8200
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Weekend Spotlight
Annual Ohana Festival Announces Lineup for 2022 Encore Weekend
Tickets on Sale to General Public on Friday, June 17
As popularity grows for the Ohana Festival, the annual weekend event at Doheny State Park this September is set to return for a second set of performances known as Ohana Encore.
Eddie Vedder, the festival’s founder and lead singer of Pearl Jam, will return once again to headline, along with music icons The Black Keys, Alanis Morissette, The Roots and Haim.
The encore weekend will take place on Oct. 8-9, at the state park following the initial festivities slated for Sept. 30 through Oct 2, which already include a star-studded set.
To read more on Ohana and the full lineup, check out the Dana Point Times feature below: