MARINA DEL REY BLOG 

Welcome to the official Marina del Rey blog written by the Marina del Rey Tourism Board. My Marina tells different stories of what makes L.A.’s Marina a unique destination. Read about fun things do like sailing and paddle boarding to waterfront dining, yacht cruises, and more.  

Marina Lights at Chace Park

Christmas lights in Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey

There’s nothing more festive than holiday lights wrapped around trees throughout 10-acre Burton Chace Park. The spectacular display of sparkling lights and decor will take place every night throughout December. Enjoy a seaside stroll under the holiday lights. Bring a hot cup of cocoa or pick up food from nearby restaurants. Free.

Marina Lights at Chace Park

Christmas lights in Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey

There’s nothing more festive than holiday lights wrapped around trees throughout 10-acre Burton Chace Park. The spectacular display of sparkling lights and decor will take place every night throughout December. Enjoy a seaside stroll under the holiday lights. Bring a hot cup of cocoa or pick up food from nearby restaurants. Free.

Marina Lights at Chace Park

Christmas lights in Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey

There’s nothing more festive than holiday lights wrapped around trees throughout 10-acre Burton Chace Park. The spectacular display of sparkling lights and decor will take place every night throughout December. Enjoy a seaside stroll under the holiday lights. Bring a hot cup of cocoa or pick up food from nearby restaurants. Free.

Marina Lights at Chace Park

Christmas lights in Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey

There’s nothing more festive than holiday lights wrapped around trees throughout 10-acre Burton Chace Park. The spectacular display of sparkling lights and decor will take place every night throughout December. Enjoy a seaside stroll under the holiday lights. Bring a hot cup of cocoa or pick up food from nearby restaurants. Free.

Marina Lights at Chace Park

Christmas lights in Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey

There’s nothing more festive than holiday lights wrapped around trees throughout 10-acre Burton Chace Park. The spectacular display of sparkling lights and decor will take place every night throughout December. Enjoy a seaside stroll under the holiday lights. Bring a hot cup of cocoa or pick up food from nearby restaurants. Free.

Marina Lights at Chace Park

Christmas lights in Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey

There’s nothing more festive than holiday lights wrapped around trees throughout 10-acre Burton Chace Park. The spectacular display of sparkling lights and decor will take place every night throughout December. Enjoy a seaside stroll under the holiday lights. Bring a hot cup of cocoa or pick up food from nearby restaurants. Free.

Marina Lights at Chace Park

Christmas lights in Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey

There’s nothing more festive than holiday lights wrapped around trees throughout 10-acre Burton Chace Park. The spectacular display of sparkling lights and decor will take place every night throughout December. Enjoy a seaside stroll under the holiday lights. Bring a hot cup of cocoa or pick up food from nearby restaurants. Free.

Thanksgiving Dining Cruise

Join City Cruises for a celebratory stress-free and mess-free Thanksgiving dining cruise! Relax and enjoy being with your friends and family on a luxury yacht. Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving buffet, a boarding glass of champagne, live entertainment, and exceptional service. Choose from two sailings on Thanksgiving day: 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.  

Marina Monster Paddle

Person paddling in the water wearing a lobster costume

The annual Marina Monster Paddle & Costume Contest returns to MDR! Join a spooktacular Halloween sunset paddle and costume contest at Marina “Mother’s” Beach. Click button for more information.

Marina Drum Circle

Presented by the Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors, Marina Drum Circle is a free event held on Sundays in August through mid-October at picturesque Burton Chace Park. Discover the joy of interactive group drumming. All ages are welcome to enjoy a journey of creating beats and sounds collectively. Free admission.