Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau, Inc. Events Newswire

Memorial Day Weekend at the M Restaurant 5/24/2013 - 5/26/2013

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:04:01 GMT

Showcasing California cuisine from the north to the south

Summer Concert Series 5/26/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:06:45 GMT

May thru September: 5/26, 6/1, 6/15, 6/29, 7/13, 7/27, 8/10, 8/24, 9/1
The Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and the Xceptional Music Company present a series of FREE family-friendly concerts on Wrigley Stage. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce. 310-510-1520, www.CatalinaChamber.com/concerts

9th Annual Taste Around of Avalon 5/30/2013 5:00 PM - 5/30/2013 9:00 PM

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:08:55 GMT

Kick-off to the Annual Flying Fish Festival! Enjoy the most scrumptious tastes of delectable food or beverages from some of Avalon’s finest dining establishments. Vote for your favorite “tastes” of food, drink and dessert as the Best Taste of the Year! Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce. 310-510-1520, www.FlyingFishFestival.com

6th Annual Flying Fish Festival 5/30/2013 - 6/2/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:03:32 GMT

May 30 - June 2, 2013

The Flying Fish Festival kicks off on Thursday, May 30th, with the Taste Around of Avalon. Local restaurants and watering holes will be offering tastes of their favorite food, drinks & dessert.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday will be filled with family fun
activities including a Flying Fish Street Fair, Flying Fish Tours, Free Outdoor Street Concert & Beer Garden, Bubble Rollers, Marine Touch Tanks, Sand Sculpture, Flying Fish Crafts and
Activities and much more!

Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce • 866-772-9592
www.FlyingFishFestival.com

Avalon Restaurant Week on Catalina Island 5/31/2013 - 6/6/2013

Fri, 10 May 2013 20:42:00 GMT

Avalon’s most popular restaurants are ready to dish up mouth-watering food at fantastic prices during the 1st Annual Avalon Restaurant Week, Friday, May 31st through Thursday, June 6th. This foodie celebration provides locals and visitors alike the opportunity to indulge in a variety of specially created prix fixe menus at some of Avalon’s finest establishments. Come out and Taste More of Avalon…

Urban Adventure Quest Summer Challenge 6/1/2013 - 9/1/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:06:11 GMT

Join us for the 6th Annual Flying Fish Festival, a four day event to celebrate the return of the incomparable Catalina Flying Fish with a variety of family fun themed activities. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce., 310-510-1520, www.flyingfishfestival.com

Summer Concert Series 6/1/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:07:06 GMT

Aero Club Social Fly-In 6/8/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:15:27 GMT

Fly-in or take the Wildlands Express from the Avalon Plaza to the Airport in the Sky. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit with pilots from around the region and viewing amazing airplanes. 2nd Saturday of the month. 310-510-0954. www.CatalinaConservancy.org

Catalina Film Society, 2nd Saturday each Month 6/8/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:21:08 GMT

An opportunity for film enthusiasts to enjoy, discuss and celebrate brand new unreleased independent films on a monthly basis. Suggested donation of $10 for non-members, or become a member and support the effort to celebrate and educate the art of independent films. Participation benefits the Catalina Island Conservancy and their work to keep Catalina’s wildlands wild. 818-787-1946, www.CatalinaFF.org

Father's Day Weekend at the M Restaurant 6/14/2013 - 6/16/2013

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:05:49 GMT

A menu created with Dad in mind - BBQ, Burgers & Beer! We are proud to serve food that we prepare using fresh seasonal ingredients, grass-fed, natural and organic meats and fish from sustainable sources. Our wines compliment our menu by featuring value-driven wines from vineyards that promote organic and biodynamic farming and sustainable winemaking. Open 5-close. The M by Zest Catering & Events. Reservations & Info 310-510-A menu with Dad in mind;BBQ, Burgers & Beer!

Summer Concert Series 6/15/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:10:06 GMT

Catalina: The Wild Side Dinner, Art Show & Sale 6/21/2013 - 6/22/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:09:49 GMT

A selection of the nation’s top plein air artists showcase works painted on the Island of Avalon, Two Harbors, and the “wild side” in between. Exclusive Friday night dinner with artists, followed by a show and sale on Saturday afternoon. Catalina Island Conservancy. 310-510-2595, www.CatalinaConservancy.org

Summer BBQ's at DC3 Grill 6/22/2013 - 9/7/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:26:13 GMT

One Saturday each month from June-September: 6/22, 7/20, 8/17, 9/7 The tradition continues! Join us on select Saturday evenings for the Original Summer BBQs at the DC-3 Gifts & Grill. Enjoy some time in the Island’s Interior with great friends, music and food. Reservations required. 310-510-2196, www.catalinadc3.com.

Summer Beach Bingo (Each Tues. and Thurs.) 6/25/2013 - 8/22/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:30:00 GMT

Bring your beach chair and some friends to the South Beach Lifeguard stand every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00-7:00pm. Bingo cards are $1 each and participants can win fun local prizes. City of Avalon Recreation Department. 310-510-1987, www.CityofAvalon.com

City of Avalon Centennial Celebration 6/26/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:32:28 GMT

On June 26th, 2013, the City of Avalon celebrates their 100 years as a city. It's been an amazing history since Etta Marilla Whitney named the town, Avalon, out of Alfred Tennyson's King Arthur saga, Idylls of the King in the 1880's.

The City of Avalon plans to have a week-long celebration in honor of Avalon. Click here for more information about the planned events. Please check back as we update the schedule.

Kid's Fishing Derby (Each Wednesday) 6/26/2013 - 8/21/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:34:47 GMT

Meet at the Green Pier at 7am. City of Avalon Recreation Department. 310-510-1987, www.CityofAvalon.com

Summer Concert Series 6/29/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 17:10:36 GMT

Riedel Glassware at the M Restaurant 6/30/2013

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:07:55 GMT

Wine Appreciation Seminar

Independence Weekend at the M 7/4/2013 - 7/7/2013

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:18:56 GMT

Celebrate American cooking with regional dishes from across the country. We are proud to serve food that we prepare using fresh seasonal ingredients, grass-fed, natural and organic meats and fish from sustainable sources. Our wines compliment our menu by featuring value-driven wines from vineyards that promote organic and biodynamic farming and sustainable winemaking. Open 5-close. The M by Zest Catering & Events. Reservations & Info 310-510-8404; www.ZestCateringCatalina.com

Celebration on Casino Point 7/4/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:41:27 GMT

Join the Catalina Island Museum for its annual celebration of the 4th of July on Casino Point. This year's event will feature live music and great food during the afternoon. The fun continues in the evening with a concert and fireworks over Avalon Harbor. Visit www.CatalinaMuseum.org for more information and to purchase tickets in advance. 310-510-2414

4th of July Mardi Gras Party 7/4/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:42:43 GMT

Visit El Galleon Restaurant before and after the 4th of July Parade. Featuring music from the Hyperion Dixieland Band with guest singer Peter Loli and Trevor Jones on guitar. El Galleon Restaurant. 310-510-1188, www.CatalinaHotSpots.com

Annual 4th of July Parade, Dinner at the Casino Ballroom, Fireworks Display 7/4/2013

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 19:52:41 GMT

The golf cart parade down Crescent Avenue begins at 1pm. Enjoy a BBQ buffet dinner & music of the USC Marching Band in the Casino Ballroom with premium balcony viewing for the fireworks display over Avalon. Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce. 310-510-1520, www.CatalinaChamber.com