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.
What is dragon boat racing? Is it like Fast and the Furious meets the ocean but more peaceful? Or is it boats zooming by with powerful engines? Canoes and paddleboards are common here in L.A.’s Marina. But what about dragon boats? Turns out dragon boat racing has been around quite a long time. It’s become a […]
Gather at Burton Chace Park for the return of the Marina del Rey Dragon Boat Festival featuring a series of dragon boat races, live music entertainment, food truck fare and more. The all-day festival will be fun for anyone paddling or cheering on the teams. Admission is free for viewers.
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.
Join the most epic “Board Meeting” at Marina “Mother’s” Beach for an action packed afternoon of stand-up paddle boarding with team building, reconnecting with your colleagues and an opportunity to network with your fellow LA Corporate teams. Click here to register your company’s team of 6 colleagues to compete! Each team member will paddle a 300m (328 […]
Join a Spooktacular Sunset Paddle at Marina “Mother’s” Beach with Pro SUP Shop. Make sure to wear your frightfully fun costume for a chance to win prizes! A brief lesson is held on the beach and two different groups will paddle out (depending on experience) with instructors for a guided Marina tour. Lights will be […]
Take a 90-minute guided paddle tour during Marina Del Rey’s golden hour with Pro SUP Shop at Marina “Mother’s” Beach. Tickets are $20 per person and includes a board rental with a brief on-sand demonstration. Best for paddlers with some experience. Click on the button for more information.
If you’re planning a beach day in Los Angeles, then check out five Marina “Mother’s” Beach activities you can do any time of year. With nearly 300 days of sunshine, Marina del Rey’s popular beach is loved by locals and visitors alike. The cove’s lack of surf make it ideal for families with young kids […]
Looking for ideas for fall social distancing activities in Los Angeles? Look no further than Marina del Rey! L.A.’s Marina is nestled along the Los Angeles coastline, just steps from Venice Beach. Thanks to its mild Mediterranean climate, visitors can continue enjoying safe, fall social distancing activities right in the marina. For example, stroll along […]
L.A.’s Marina is an ideal Southern California getaway during the fall season. The coastal gem remains hidden between Venice Pier and Manhattan Beach Pier, not far from Venice and Santa Monica. Here, visitors can enjoy safe, social distancing activities such as walking along the promenade and watching boats and sea lions cruise along the harbor. […]