Balboa Island Welcome
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".
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Welcome To Balboa Island's Visitor's Guide
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This site includes Balboa Island and parts of the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach on the west coast of California. This area is steeped in history and, despite its remote location, has produced or attracted a rich array of famous people and fascinating characters. Use the navigation on the left to find out more about Balboa Island's attractions, activities, and accommodations.
The Best Kept Secret In Shopping!
Are you looking for a inexpensive, yet thoroughly enriching experience? Why not venture down to Marine Ave., a charming collection of Cape Cod-style picturesque gift shops, galleries and restaurants. Marine Ave. boasts 80 - 100 retailers that offer exclusive Island products and Apparel.
Wine & Dine
From cafes and tea shops to some of the finest cuisine in the world. In addition, a wide selection of family-run restaurants, Balboa offers a full range of options for Dining. With its pacific location, fine dining is a speciality in Balboa Island's restaurants. So if you are looking for International cuisine, or just Americana - we are the place.
What's Happening
Balboa has several festivals and events throughout the season and 2010 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!
Balboa Island Celebration Parade... See Picture Gallery
The Newport Holiday Boat Parade - See Picture Gallery
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When: Sunday, 4th of July, 2010,
1 pm - 5 pm
Where: Newport Harbor/Balboa Island
Price: Free
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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).
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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 |
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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 |
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Wednesdays, 11 Am - 12 Noon
Fun at Pirates Cove, 2 - 5 year olds
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum
(949) 673-7863 X 105 Carol Davis
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Please contact Marine Ave. Business Improvement District for further details of any of these events.
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