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
For quick answers, special events, or offers - Please Sign our Guestbook!
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.
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The Last Sunset For 2007
courtesy of Randy Seton, Island Photographer
As we enter the New Year, the Marine Avenue Business Improvement District would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe, happy, and prosperous New Year.
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
2007's Balboa Island Celebration Parade... See Picture Gallery
The Newport Holiday Boat Parade 2007- See Picture Gallery
Sunday, May 18, 2008
9 am - 5 pm |
Balboa Island Artwalk
Last year over 90 artists exhibited original oil paintings, acrylics, watercolors, glass, ceramic, sculpture,
jewelry and photography along the South Bayfront of Balboa Island.
The 2008 Artwalk Prospectus is now available - Entry Deadline is March 15, 2008. We hope you will join us for another great year of art and entertainment. |
Sunday June 1, 2008
11 am until 2 pm
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Balboa Island Parade
California's largest and one of the islands most well established events. Last year's theme was AN AMERICAN DREAM. See Highlights - this event once again was attended by thousands. From floats, marching bands, and vintage cars to drill teams, dog breeding groups, and more, the parade offered something for everyone. Click here for the Picture Gallery.
BALBOA ISLAND BRIDGE WILL BE CLOSED FROM 10:45 am UNTIL 12:30 PM |
Friday July 4, 2008
Starts about 1:00 pm from the American Legion |
OLD GLORY BOAT PARADE, JULY 4
NEWPORT HARBOR
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
When: Friday, 4th of July, 2008, 1 pm - 3 pm
Where: Newport Harbor/Balboa Island
Price: Free!
American Legion Yacht Club |
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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 |
Wednesdays, 11 Am - 12 Noon |
Wednesdays, 11 Am - 12 Noon
Fun at Pirates Cove, 2 - 5 year olds
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum
(949) 673-7863 X 105 Carol Davis
Click here for more info. |
| 6pm to 9 pm the first Friday of each month |
Balboa Island Stroll
A New Event the "Balboa Island Stroll" will happen from 6pm to 9 pm the first Friday of each month. It is an evening when all shops will be open until 9 and most will be serving cheese, crackers, and refreshments. |
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