The holiday spirit shines brighter on Catalina Island! Join us Saturday, December 6, 2025, for Avalon’s beloved Shop Catalina Holiday Kick-Off — a full day of festive fun, local shopping, live music, and community cheer. From 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., downtown Avalon transforms into a winter wonderland by…
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As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, twilight on Catalina Island is full of promise. Most of the time, that promise is the allure of a romantic walk along the Avalon waterfront, an amusing night out with friends or the soul-fulfilling beauty of the full moon reflected on the surface of…
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AVALON, Calif. (September 2, 2025) – The Catalina Museum for Art & History has extended the exhibition From Los Angeles to Catalina: The Art of Sonia Romero through March 15, 2026, giving visitors additional time to experience Romero’s captivating collection of silkscreen prints, paintings and a…
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Avalon Library 215 Sumner Ave. (310) 510-1050 Open Tuesday 12 - 8 PM, Wednesday - Saturday 10 AM - 6 PM, Closed Sunday Located on Sumner Ave, next to the Sheriff's station, the Avalon Public Library, an extension of the LA County Library, offers a secure cell phone Battery Charging Station at no…
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As summer slowly gives way to fall, Catalina Island becomes even more magical. With cooler temperatures, fewer crowds, and long summer nights, it's the perfect time to experience all the island has to offer. This fall, Love Catalina is launching the 'Second Summer' promotion, where you can enjoy up…
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Catalina Island’s Taste Around Avalon is back for its 19th year, and it promises to be a culinary adventure you won't want to miss. On May 29, 2025, from 5-9 pm, Avalon will transform into a foodie paradise, offering a unique opportunity to indulge in the island's best cuisine. Here are nine…
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The 52nd Annual New Year's Eve Celebration is right around the corner. Here are 7 reasons you should attend. 1. The Venue is spectacular Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in the famous Catalina Island Casino, with the world's largest circular ballroom. Step back in time to the era of Big Bands…
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Just 22 miles off the Southern California coast, Catalina Island offers the perfect escape—close enough for a quick trip, yet far enough to feel like a true getaway. Whether you arrive by ferry or helicopter, this island paradise welcomes visitors of all abilities with a wide range of inclusive…
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It’s not many vacations that begin before you arrive. Whether stuck in traffic or facing the myriad frustrations of modern air travel, most vacations don’t start until you get there. That’s not the case when it comes to getting to Catalina Island. With welcoming ocean breezes, expansive views of the…
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There’s nowhere else on earth like Catalina Island for the Fourth of July. Festooned with red, white and blue and overflowing with patriotic pride, Catalina’s celebrations combine the best of small town charm with the unique environment of Southern California’s only island resort destination. On…
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