One of Dana Point’s biggest weekends of the year is almost here! Ohana Festival returns to Doheny State Beach September 25–27, 2026, bringing three days of live music, food, ocean views, and entertainment to the Southern California coast.
Whether you’re coming from across Orange County or visiting Dana Point for the weekend, here’s what you need to know before heading to Ohana Festival 2026.
When Is Ohana Festival 2026?
Ohana Festival 2026 takes place:
Friday, September 25 – Sunday, September 27, 2026
Location: Doheny State Beach
25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive
Dana Point, CA 92629
Gates open at 12:00 PM each day. The festival is scheduled to close at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday and 10:00 PM on Sunday.
Set right along the Pacific Ocean, Doheny State Beach gives Ohana one of the most recognizable festival settings in Southern California.
What to Expect at Ohana Festival
Ohana combines a major music festival with the laid-back coastal atmosphere Dana Point is known for.
The 2026 festival features more than 35 performances across three stages, with artists representing a variety of genres throughout the weekend.
Beyond the music, festivalgoers can explore food and beverage options, exhibits, environmental programming, and Storytelling in the Cove, which brings together conservationists, researchers, environmentalists, and professional surfers.
It’s one of those events that feels uniquely Dana Point—live music, surfing culture, ocean conservation, great food, and the beach all in one place.
Ohana Festival 2026 Lineup
The 10th anniversary of Ohana brings another impressive lineup to Dana Point.
Some of the featured performers scheduled for the weekend include:
Friday, September 25:
Eddie Vedder & Friends, Maná, Billy Idol, Bad Religion, Courtney Barnett, Sugar, Otoboke Beaver and more.
Saturday, September 26:
Tyler Childers, Alabama Shakes, Jon Batiste, Men I Trust, Stephen Wilson Jr., The Front Bottoms, Alice Phoebe Lou and more.
Sunday, September 27:
Pearl Jam leads the final day of the festival, along with another full day of performances at Doheny State Beach.
Festival schedules and performances can change, so check the official Ohana Festival website for the latest lineup and set times before heading out.
Ohana Festival Parking & Transportation
If you’re attending Ohana, planning your transportation ahead of time is highly recommended.
Festival parking is limited and parking passes must be purchased in advance. According to the festival, there will be no on-site parking pass sales.
The General Parking Lot is located at:
Dana Point Harbor Marina Parking Structure
34571 Golden Lantern
Dana Point, CA 92629
A designated rideshare drop-off area will be available inside Doheny State Beach on Park Lantern Drive. Rideshare pickup will take place at the Dana Point Community Center at 34052 Del Obispo Street.
Visitors can also arrive by rail using the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner to the San Juan Capistrano station and continue toward Dana Point by bus or rideshare.
For local festivalgoers, biking may also be an option. Dedicated bicycle parking is planned near the main festival entrance, although riders will need to bring their own locks.
Dana Point & San Clemente Trolley Service
The Dana Point and San Clemente trolleys are scheduled to offer extended service during Ohana weekend on Saturday and Sunday.
This can be a great alternative to driving into the busiest areas surrounding Doheny State Beach, particularly during peak arrival and departure times.
Festival weekend can bring significantly more traffic to the area, so give yourself extra time regardless of how you plan to arrive.
Food & More at Ohana
Ohana isn't only about the performances.
Festivalgoers can enjoy a selection of West Coast food options throughout the weekend, including vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices.
One of the other highlights is Storytelling in the Cove, where guests can hear from conservationists, environmentalists, researchers, and professional surfers.
The combination of music, food, surfing culture, conservation, and the oceanfront setting is a big part of what makes Ohana different from a traditional music festival.
Make a Weekend Out of Dana Point
If you're traveling to Dana Point for Ohana, there’s plenty to explore outside the festival grounds.
Doheny State Beach sits alongside Dana Point Harbor and is just minutes from restaurants, beaches, coastal trails, shopping, and other destinations throughout Dana Point.
Nearby San Clemente is another great stop during the weekend, with its downtown shops and restaurants, beaches, and iconic pier just a short drive down the coast.
Ohana weekend is a great opportunity to experience why this part of South Orange County attracts visitors from throughout Southern California and beyond.
Experience the Dana Point Lifestyle
Events like Ohana Festival highlight what makes living in Dana Point so special. From days at Doheny State Beach and evenings at the harbor to surfing, restaurants, coastal trails, and community events, there is always something happening along this stretch of the Orange County coast.
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And if you're heading to Ohana this weekend, enjoy the music, the coastline, and everything Dana Point has to offer!
Ohana Festival 2026 Quick Details
Dates: September 25–27, 2026
Location: Doheny State Beach, Dana Point
Address: 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629
Gates Open: 12:00 PM daily
Friday Closing: 10:30 PM
Saturday Closing: 10:30 PM
Sunday Closing: 10:00 PM
For tickets, the latest lineup, festival schedule, policies, and official updates, visit the official Ohana Festival website.