swimming pool at the Marina del Rey Hotel for memorial weekend

Best Things to Do This Weekend in Marina del Rey

Here are a few of our picks including fun deals, free concerts, pool parties, and more going on in Marina del Rey this weekend!

 

food truck customers at Marina Del Rey memorial weekend

Thursday

BEACH EATS FOOD TRUCKS + LIVE MUSIC Catch live beach music by Upstream on May 30 at Beach Eats, Marina del Rey’s weekly food truck gathering at Marina "Mother's" Beach through September 26, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Bring your own beach chair and enjoy the free show.

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Paddle boarding lessons

Friday

STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD WITH A BUDDY  Bring a friend out for a paddle and get a Buy One, Get One free rentals and lessons with PROSup Shop. Enjoy an hour of stand-up paddleboarding on the calm waters of Marina “Mother’s” Beach (only valid on weekdays).  

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Group enjoying at Happy Hour

Friday Night

HAPPY HOUR  Happy hour with live music starts at the Marina Grill & Bar located inside the Hilton Garden Inn from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. featuring music from Flo Chase. Or head to Sinder Lounge at the Marriott for cocktails and live music starting at 5 p.m. For less music and more sports and conversation, try Tony P’s Dockside Grill which boasts more than 100 beers from all over the world and multiple high-definition TVs.

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salsa dancing couples

Friday Night

SALSA DANCING This Marina del Rey mainstay features steak, seafood, and American food in a Polynesian-themed waterfront atmosphere. Salsa dancing is on deck for Fridays, starting at 9 p.m. Join in on the free class before the floor opens to all at 10.  

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Kayaks lined up together

Saturday

KAHANAMOKU KLASSIC  Check out this annual canoe event at Marina “Mother’s” Beach hosted by Southern California Outrigger Racing Association. Watch departures at Marina “Mother’s” Beach or view the teams paddling the main channel en route to the ocean course.

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Men and women with drinks on hornblower deck

Saturday and Sunday

BRUNCH CRUISES Hornblower Cruises offers brunch sailings on Saturdays and Sundays year-round. Take in views of the sparkling harbor and passing sailboats while you dine on a gourmet meal. Enjoy bottomless champagne or sparkling cider, a brunch buffet, live jazz entertainment, and more on a two-hour scenic cruise.

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Halibut Derby

Saturday and Sunday

HALIBUT DERBY The Marina del Rey Anglers' 44th annual fishing tournament is June 1-2 at Burton Chace Park. Register online to participate. Proceeds help fund MDRA’s outreach programs.

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couple dancing at the Fisherman's village

Saturday & Sunday

FISHERMAN'S VILLAGE WEEKEND CONCERTS Break out your dancing shoes and head to the plaza at Fisherman's Village for live music from 2-5 p.m. Come on Saturday for R&B with music by Blue Breeze; Sunday for samba by Brazil Brasil.  Two hours free parking with validation.

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women on a pelican pool float

Sunday

SUNDAY BOAT HOUSE POOL PARTY The Marina del Rey Hotel'S annual summertime series of Sunday pool parties is open to the public through September 1. Come for DJ music, themed events, and poolside bites and libations. Only $5 for non-hotel guests (must be age 21+). Noon–6 p.m.

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outdoor free yoga class in the Park in Marina del Rey

Sunday

FREE YOGA CLASS Join instructor Maria Noe's outdoor yoga class at beautiful Burton Chace Park every Sunday and Monday, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Bring your own yoga mat. Donations are gratefully accepted but not required. Look for Maria's class outdoors, or inside the Community Room (in inclement weather). Please call (424) 526-7910 beforehand to confirm class is taking place.

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