2026 Catalina Island Calendar of Events: Know before you go!
Plan Ahead for the Perfect Catalina Island Vacation!
With our 2026 event calendar and cruise ship schedule, planning your trip to Catalina Island is a breeze!
The charming town of Avalon on Catalina Island is enjoyable year around with mild weather, crystal clear water and spectacular ocean views. Summer is the most popular time to visit the island, but spring and fall are just as beautiful and have fewer crowds.
Avalon hosts Cruise Ships weekly, if you are not traveling to the island by cruise ship, you may want to visit Catalina Island on days when they are not in port. To ensure you have the best vacation experience, check out the 2026 calendar and link to cruise ship schedule below. Please also consider the following tips:
Plan Tours in Advance : While our self guided audio tours offer unlimited availability, guided tours and golf cart rentals can sell out quickly on weekends and cruise ship days, book in advance if possible.
Choose Off-Peak Days: Visiting on less busy days can provide a more relaxed experience. Without the crowds you will have a better choice of things to do on Catalina Island.
By considering these elements, you can enhance your Catalina Island getaway and make the most of your time in Avalon!
Catalina Island Cruise Ship Schedule
Cruise ships - On going year around
2026 Avalon, CA Calendar
January
1/01/26 Polar Bear Plunge Middle Beach 11:30 am
1/10/26 Avalon Benefit Run 50 mile, 50K
February
2/21/26 Avalon Under Water Clean Up
March
3/14/26 Catalina Island Conservancy Marathon, 10K, 5K
April
4/04/26 Easter Egg Hunt 10 am Descanso Beach
TBD Catalina Island Conservancy Ball 6-11pm Casino Ballroom
May
5/05/26 Cinco de Mayo Celebration 4pm Wrigley Stage, 6pm Museum
5/8-10/26 Art and Craft Festival 9am-5m Crescent A
5/16/26 The Avalon Ball 6pm-10pm Casino Ballroom
5/28/26 Taste Around Avalon 5pm-9pm Begins at Wrigley Stage
5/29-30/26 Catalina Wine Mixer Casino and Descanso Beach
June
TBD Catalina Pride Celebration 12-10pm Begins at Wrigley Stage
July
On Going Summer Events
Kids Fishing Derby Wednesdays 7am Green Pier
Movies on the Beach Wednesdays 7:30pm South Beach
Beach Bingo Tues and Thurs 6pm South Beach
7/4/26 Fourth of July Celebration Parade, music, fireworks
August
On Going Summer Events
Kids Fishing Derby Wednesdays 7am Green Pier
Beach Bingo Tues and Thurs 6pm South Beach
September
TBD Catalina Crossing US Outrigger Championships
9/18-20/26 Festival of Art 10am-5pm Crescent Ave.
TBD Catalina Film Festival Multiple venues including Avalon Theater
October
TBD Chili Cookoff 1-4pm South Beach
10/8-11/26 and 10/15-18/26 Catalina Island Jazz Trax Festival Multiple venues
10/23-25/26 Catalina Mermaid Festival Crescent Ave
10/31/26 Community Halloween Parade 4pm Crescent Ave
November
