COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & SUPPORT
Dana Point Harbor Partners (DPHP) is committed not only to investing directly in the complete revitalization of Dana Point Harbor, but in supporting, sponsoring and celebrating some of the local organizations and events that mean the most to Dana Point, and greater Southern California. DPHP partners with the Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, the City of Dana Point, the County of Orange and beyond to enhance the community for locals and guests alike.
YOUTH PROGRAMMING & EDUCATION
Dana Point Harbor Partners has pledged to increase public access to the waterfront, ocean education, and adventure for local youth for generations to come. Annually, The Marina at Dana Point hosts over 30 events and serves more than 1,000 youth participants from Title I schools, indigenous tribes, and local nonprofit organizations like Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Club, Sandy Feet Initiative, and more.
Participants may learn how to swim or sail, experience whale watching for the first time, master kayaking or stand up paddling, and train to be good ocean stewards.
The Marina’s 5 core service partners include Dana Wharf Whale Watching & Sportfishing, Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari, Westwind Sailing, YMCA, and Stand Up to Trash.
To get involved, please contact our Youth Program Coordinator at Vpatterson@themarinaatdanapoint.com.
MUSIC TO OUR EARS
From the magic of Little Folk Club at the Village Clock Courtyard to Seaside Sessions on The Wharf, DPHP is invested in the arts bringing complimentary live entertainment and local musicians to the harbor to enjoy year-round.
Live Music Lineups
- Little Folk Club – Fridays, Monthly
- Seaside Sessions – June – August
- Harbor After Dark – October – January
HAPPY HARBOR DAYS
DPHP invites all to embrace the spirit of the holiday season with the harbor’s annual Happy Harbor Days, the Marina’s annual Boat Parade of Lights, visits from Santa, holiday markets, carolers and more.
Presented by Dana Point Harbor Partners.
Plus, Special Events Featuring
- Pet Project Foundation
- Modern Makers Mart
PUBLIC ART
Dana Point Harbor Partners is pleased to be a patron of the arts, to foster community pride, and to provide opportunities for engagement with one of a kind art installations. The Harbor Love Wall was first brought to life in 2020, and the life-sized whale tail sculpture Fluke: a Tale of Plastic was commissioned for the 51st Festival of Whales in 2022.
Following the close of the 2024 Ohana Festival at Doheny State Beach, the signature driftwood whale sculpture made a short journey to Dana Point Harbor on loan from renowned artist Jeffro Uitto. Currently on display in Hansen Plaza.
New signature Dana Point Harbor pieces are currently underway to be incorporated into the overall revitalization, celebrating the ocean, surf culture, the arts, and the harbor’s rich history.
ANNUAL EVENT SPONSORSHIPS
Dana Point Boat Parade of Lights
Dana Point Festival of Whales
Dana Point Harbor Hoot
Dana Point Turkey Trot
California Surf Day
State of the City
State of the County
State of the 5th District
NONPROFIT PARTNERS
American Red Cross
Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley
Dana Hills High School
Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group
Dana Point Fine Art Association
Dana Point Historical Society
Dana Point Surf Club
Dana Point Youth Baseball
Fish For Life
Outrigger Canoe Club
Stand Up to Trash
Surfing Heritage & Cultural Center
Surf & Turf Therapy