• The Great Plein Air Art Experience

    Crystal Cove Film & Media Center Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage), Historic District, Crystal Cove State Park

    Celebrate over 100 years of plein air art at Crystal Cove State Park and spend a relaxing day capturing the beauty of the Cove on canvas with the help of a Crystal Cove plein air artist! No experience required; this introductory class is recommended for novices only. All supplies will be provided! Class size is […]

  • The Great Plein Air Art Experience

    Crystal Cove Film & Media Center Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage), Historic District, Crystal Cove State Park

    Celebrate over 100 years of plein air art at Crystal Cove State Park and spend a relaxing day capturing the beauty of the Cove on canvas with the help of a Crystal Cove plein air artist! No experience required; this introductory class is recommended for novices only. All supplies will be provided! Class size is […]

  • 28th Annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Bazaar

      Start the Holiday Season with Crystal Cove Conservancy at the 2024 Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar! From 10:00AM - 6:00PM, visitors can shop for gifts from local artisans during […]

  • Family Art Day

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    Celebrate Mother Nature’s Holiday Gift at Crystal Cove State Park! Join us on Saturday, December 14, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM to experience Mother Nature's special holiday gift—the spectacular […]

  • Stewardship Saturday

    Welcome to Crystal Cove Conservancy's and Crystal Cove State Park's Stewardship Event! Come help us on a habitat restoration project during Stewardship Saturday! This volunteer event is open to all […]

  • Explore the Cove Science Hike

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Take a hike with a Conservancy educator to explore Crystal Cove State Park’s geological and ecological systems. Explore the impacts and challenges of climate change including fire ecology, ecological restoration, […]

  • Historic District Walking Tour

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    During this 60-minute tour led by Conservancy educators and former cottage residents, participants will step back in time to explore the history of Crystal Cove and the Historic District’s rescue […]

  • Historic District Walking Tour

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    During this 60-minute tour led by Conservancy educators and former cottage residents, participants will step back in time to explore the history of Crystal Cove and the Historic District’s rescue and restoration. When: 2:00-3:00 PM Where to Meet: Visitor's Center in the Historic District What to Bring: Sunscreen, water, and closed toed shoes Parking: Please […]

  • Earth Day Science Hike

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Dive into Earth Day festivities at Crystal Cove State Park with a special Earth Day edition of our immersive science hike!   Join us on April 26 for an ocean-side adventure that blends exploration, conservation, and community. In celebration of Earth Day, we’ll roll up our sleeves to remove invasive plants and clean up our sparkling […]

  • Earth Day Family Art Day & Tidepool Exploration

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Celebrate Earth Day at Crystal Cove State Park!   Join us on Saturday, April 26, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM for a special Earth Day celebration honoring the remarkable wildlife and thriving plant life in our park. Enjoy hands-on activities, fun educational exhibits, and the chance to connect with Mother Nature’s wonders. Bring the whole […]