• Explore the Cove Coastal Ecology 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, coastal engineering, and marine conservation, as well as native versus non-native species and their impact on natural communities and ecosystem functions. When: 10:30AM – 12:00PM Where […]

  • The Great Plein Air Experience 2025

    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 Experience 2025

    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 […]

  • Thursdays in the Commons

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

    Every Thursday; June 26 - August 28 Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM Registration is not required This weekly drop-in series invites visitors of all ages to engage with Crystal Cove through hands-on art and science activities that celebrate and explore local species and ecosystems. Participants might paint their vision of a healthy tidepool, experiment […]

  • Movies on the Beach

    Movies on the Beach: Moana 2 Time: 7:15 PM - 10:00 PM Registration is not required. Join us for three magical movie nights under the stars at Crystal Cove! These free, family-friendly evenings are open to all, with a special invitation to our local community and Cottage guests. Each film will highlight themes connected to […]

  • The Great Plein Air Experience 2025

    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 […]

  • Cove Talk: A Conversation with Dr. Magnus Egerstedt, Dean of Engineering at UC Irvine and Director of the UCI Robot Ecology Lab

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

    Crystal Cove Conservancy invites you to a thought-provoking evening exploring the intersection of ecology and engineering. Join us Thursday, July 10, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., featuring a conversation between Kate Wheeler, president & CEO of Crystal Cove Conservancy and Dr. Magnus Egerstedt, dean of engineering at UC Irvine and director of the UCI Robot Ecology […]

    $15
  • Members-Only Rumrunner Grunion Run

    July 11 Time: 9:30 PM - 11:30 PM Registration is required Join Crystal Cove Conservancy for a rare and unforgettable night under the stars. This exclusive members-only event offers a front-row seat to one of the coast’s most elusive natural wonders—the grunion run. The evening begins with festive rumrunner cocktails and light bites. Then, Conservancy […]

  • The Great Plein Air Experience 2025

    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 […]

  • Thursdays in the Commons

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

    Every Thursday; June 26 - August 28 Time: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM Registration is not required This weekly drop-in series invites visitors of all ages to engage with Crystal Cove through hands-on art and science activities that celebrate and explore local species and ecosystems. Participants might paint their vision of a healthy tidepool, experiment […]