Balboa Island Welcome


Official visitor's guide to Balboa Island in Newport Beach on the west coast of California. Offering listings of accommodation, activities, festivals, maps, travel information and more. Stop by and stay a while, and see why many refer to this beautiful island as "The Host of the Coast".


Events & Festivals on Balboa Island, California

Balboa has several festivals and events throughout the season and 2007/2008 is no exception. Hotels and pubs provide music and entertainment in high season and at weekends. This list shows some of the events taking place this summer; more will be added as they are announced and full details will be published as soon as they become available. It is advisable to check local papers and tourist offices to ensure you don't miss any of the local events!

2007's Balboa Island Celebration Parade... See Picture Gallery

The Newport Holiday Boat Parade 2007- See Picture Gallery

Sunday, June 7, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

THE 16th ANNUAL BALBOA ISLAND PARADE
When: Sunday Jun 7, 2009, 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Marine Ave
Price: Free

Saturday, June 27, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM

PANCAKE BREAKFAST
When: Saturday, June 27, 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: At the park next to the Beek Center
Price: Free

Anytime

Adopt A Pot

We love to keep Balboa Island Beautiful and we want a "walk around the Island to be an enjoyable experience for all!" A great way to help and be a part of it is is to "Adopt-A-Pot". If you are interested, just give me a call! Peggy Marotta 723-4226

Anytime

Balboa Island Museum and Historical Society

502 S. Bayfront (Upstairs Next to the Ferry) Balboa Island, CA OPEN: SATURDAY AND WEDNESDAY 10 am to 2pm - Admission Free (949) 675-3952

Wednesdays, 11 am - 12 Noon

Wednesdays, 11 Am - 12 Noon
Fun at Pirates Cove, 2 - 5 year olds
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum
(949) 673-7863 X 105 Carol Davis

Click here for more info.

6pm to 9 pm the first Friday of each month

Balboa Island Stroll

A New Event the "Balboa Island Stroll" will happen from 6pm to 9 pm the first Friday of each month. It is an evening when all shops will be open until 9 and most will be serving cheese, crackers, and refreshments.


Please contact Marine Ave. Business Improvement District for further details of any of these events.