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".
Balboa Island has several festivals and events throughout the season and 2010/2011 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!
When: Sunday, 4th of July, 2010,
1 pm - 5 pm
Where: Newport Harbor/Balboa Island
Price: Free
OLD GLORY BOAT PARADE, JULY 4 NEWPORT HARBOR
The American Legion 4th of July Boat Parade
California’s largest and one of the nation’s most well - established Patriotic boat parade, Newport Harbor Christmas Boat parade. The boat parade sees over 100+ vessels cruise through the harbor of Newport Beach, CA
American Legion Yacht Club
The parade will form at 12:30 off Collins Island (see Parade Map enclosed). The Harbor Patrol Fire Boat, followed by the VIP Boat, will lead the parade. The parade will begin promptly at 1300 (1:00 pm). http://www.alyc291.com
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
