Things to do in San Clemente this Weekend

Fiesta Music Festival

SUNDAY, AUG. 13, 10 a.m-7 p.m

Visit Avenida Del Mar to experience the 68th annual Fiesta Music Festival, an all-day event where talented artists will perform from three stages throughout the day.

The headlining acts include The Aggrolites, Laxi, NOT, The Provos, Rumble King and Wes Chiller. In addition to various food, games and vendor booths, downtown restaurants and shops will be open.

There will be two bike corrals, one near the Community Center and one near Artifex, behind South of Nick’s. A free shuttle service will run from San Clemente High School from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., in addition to the city’s trolley service.

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Friday, August 11

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. Check out the produce, breads, cheeses, artisan craft vendors, and more. 949.364.1270.
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LINE DANCING FRIDAYS
Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente
10-11 a.m.
Join Age Well Senior Services for line dancing every Friday at San Clemente’s senior center. No partner required. For a $5 donation, learn some easy and fun line dances to get you moving. Carrie Wojo teaches all over South Orange County and makes it easy to stay active and have fun. 949.498.3322.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT THE NOBLE PATH FOUNDATION
The Noble Path Foundation, 420 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente
4:30 p.m.
The Noble Path Foundation hosts events multiple times a week to get youth and young adults out and about and participating in safe, productive activities. There will be an improv lesson from 4:30-5:30 p.m., and TGIF Night starting at 6 p.m.—the theme being video games on numerous consoles. 949.234.7259.
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RAMPS & REELS
Domingo Avenue, Dana Point
4-10 p.m.
The inaugural Ramps & Reels, a two-day skating event, will hit Domingo Avenue in Doheny Village on Friday, Aug. 11, and Saturday, Aug. 12, from 2-10 p.m. The event will feature a public street course, food trucks, drinks and film screenings. 
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CABRILLO PLAYHOUSE PRESENTS ‘THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW’
Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente
7:30 p.m.
Enjoy the Cabrillo Playhouse’s performance of the cult classic The Rocky Horror Show. Guests are encouraged to dress up as their favorite character, although no outside props are allowed. Tickets are $33. The show will run on multiple dates through Aug. 27. 949.492.0465. 
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CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE
The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
8 p.m.
Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Outlaw Country group the Highway Man Show will perform with southern rock and blues band The Walter Michaels Band. Tickets are $25. Doors open at 6 p.m. 949.496.8930.
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LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER
StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point
9 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. The ’80s cover band Fast Times will perform. 949.661.6003. 
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Saturday, August 12

SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE
The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente
9-11 a.m.
South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts.
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DANA POINT 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, handmade soaps and unique, one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags.
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KAYAK HARBOR TOUR AND SAIL AT THE OCEAN INSTITUTE
Ocean Institute, 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 and learn about the history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem. All experience levels are welcome. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $28. In the afternoon, from 2-5 p.m., set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tall ship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tall. 949.496.2274.
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LIVE MUSIC AT TREVOR’S
Trevor’s at the Tracks, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano
11 a.m.
Father-son rocking powerhouse duo Elliot and Trevor Battle will perform. Enjoy the entertainment on the outdoor patio while you chow down on food and sip drinks.
949.493.9593
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LIVE MUSIC AT SWALLOW’S
Swallow’s Inn, 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
2 p.m.
Live music is featured at one of San Juan Capistrano’s best-known dive bars and country music spots. Tightrope Band will perform in the afternoon, and Coyote Rebel will perform at 9 p.m.
949.493.3188
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GEEKS WHO DRINK TRIVIA NIGHT
Left Coast Tasting Room, 1251 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente
7-9 p.m.
Left Coast Brewing presents trivia modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the United Kingdom, covering everything from Hungary to the Hunger Games. Teams can include up to six people. Winning teams earn bar cash and other prizes.
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SUMMER LECTURE SERIES AT THE MISSION
Mission San Juan Capistrano, 26801 Old Mission Road, San Juan Capistrano
2-3 p.m.
This summer, the Mission will host a lecture series with talks by Orange County historians Chris Jepsen and Eric Plunkett. All lectures will be held in the Historic Sala and are free with the price of admission, membership or tour. Seating is limited, so attendees are asked to RSVP with Marissa Medina by phone at 949.234.1321 or by emailing mmedina@missionsjc.com.
949.234.1300
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 SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO GHOST WALK
26732 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano
8-9:30 p.m.
Join Haunted Orange County for a dark, history-filled ghost tour of San Juan Capistrano. Hear the stories of spirits that inhabit the old Los Rios district and make your way through Camino Capistrano to the outskirts of the Mission itself. The tour ends outside the Mission, near the church where a great earthquake struck in 1912 and parishioners were crushed under falling stones. The meeting location is just outside the brick visitor’s information booth near the train tracks located behind the Franciscan Plaza Parking Structure.
866.446.7803
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LIVE MUSIC HARBOR CRUISE WITH DANA WHARF
Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching, 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point
8-9:30 p.m.
Join Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching aboard the aboard the 95-foot Dana Pride for an evening cruise in the Dana Point Harbor. Classic Rock band Bunch of Guys will perform. The boat features a full bar including wine, beer and mixed drinks.
949.496.5794, ext. 7
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 CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE
The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
8 p.m.
Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Journey cover band Journey USA will perform. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 6 p.m.
949.496.8930
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LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER
StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point
9 p.m.
Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue. The ’80s dance band Infl80ees will perform.
949.661.6003
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Sunday, August 13

STAND UP TO TRASH BEACH CLEANUP: WE’RE TURNING 3!
Dana Point Harbor, 24800 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
9-11 a.m.
Join Stand Up to Trash at Baby Beach and the Ocean Institute for a beach cleanup followed by a Lunch and Learn at the Ocean Institute. This month’s theme is “plastic-free birthday celebration.” Attendees can also bring in their recyclables for processing with Pink Recycling. Lunch will be provided.
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CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Sea Terrace Park, 33501 Niguel Road, Dana Point
3-6 p.m.
These free family-friendly concerts feature two bands and are held at Sea Terrace Park behind the Dana Point Library area. Common Sense and The Tijuana Dogs will perform. Spirits for those 21 and older and food are available for purchase.
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CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE
The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano
7 p.m.
Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Rat Pack tribute band The Chairman & The Board will perform. Tickets are $20. Doors open at 6 p.m.
949.496.8930
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Weekend Spotlight

Dana Point to Launch Skateboarding Event in Doheny Village

Looking to embrace the rich culture of surf and skate in Doheny Village, the city is preparing to launch its inaugural Ramps & Reels event on Aug. 11 and 12 to feature all things skating and BMX.

During the two-day event, the Domingo Avenue cul-de-sac will be closed to motorists, allowing the city to erect a vertical ramp for professional demonstrations, a street skate course open to the public, food and beverage vendors, movie screenings and more.

“The idea really came from Randy Hild,” Deputy Director of Community Services Jeff Rosaler said. “He had this great idea to highlight Doheny Village in its current form and embrace and celebrate the history of what’s gone on from surfboard manufacturing, skateboard manufacturing, cars, auto, motocross, all the cool things that are going down there.”

The City of Dana Point has partnered with Marbo Productions, REDO Market LLC and Dana Point Chamber of Commerce to organize the event.

“This will be the first event that the city’s produced in Doheny Village, and it’s the first of hopefully more to come,” Rosaler said. “We are supporting the local businesses down there, working closely with a lot of them, and we’re appreciative of the support that they’ve given us to do the event down there.”

At 8 p.m. both nights, Ramps & Reels will screen 1980s movies at the end of the cul-de-sac, toward Fly Way. Back to the Future will be screened the first night, and skateboarding film We Are Blood will be screened the second. Attendees are encouraged to bring low-back chairs and blankets to set up in the street.

The family-friendly event will also feature professional skateboard and BMX demonstrations on a 13-foot tall, 30-foot wide vertical, or vert ramp, Marbo Productions Founder Mario Bonaventura explained.

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