Huntington Harbour Boat Parade & Cruise of Lights

This weekend, pour some hot chocolate in a thermos, break out the hats & scarves and head on over to Huntington Beach Harbour Boat Parade. The parade takes place Saturday, December 12th & Sunday, December 13th at 5:15pm & will feature approximately 70 decorated boats. The Huntington Harbour Boat Parade takes place near the Peters Landing Marina at PCH & 25th Street. For the parade route & approximate viewing times & locations go HERE.

But, that's not the end of the festivities. The parade of decorated boats may only last for two days, but you can continue to view all the beautiful lights & decorated homes during the Philharmonic Cruise of Lights Boat Tour. Everyday, Thursday, December 17th - Wednesday, December 23rd (5:30 -9pm), you can purchase tickets to ride aboard "narrated boat tours through the waterways of Huntington Harbour to view hundreds of brightly decorated homes, docks, decks & boats." The ticket price helps support youth and music programs. For more information go HERE.

xoxo, K
image via Huntington Beach Harbour Boat Parade

Rascals to Rebels Sale

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No tricks, just treats at the Rascals to Rebels sale happening this weekend. With 30% off ALL clothing (even new merchandise) this is one SPOOKTACULAR sale you definitiely don't want to miss...

What: Rascals to Rebels Sales

When: Friday & Saturday, October 23rd & 24th

Where: All Rascal to Rebels locations... The shops at Rossmoor, Huntington Beach, & Irvine

xoxo, K

images via Rascals to Rebels

Bella Terra Kids Club

Thanks to our reader Tim, we just found out about another great, FREE kid's activity... the Kids Club at the Bella Terra Shopping Center in Huntington Beach. The Kids Club will be offering FREE children's activities and entertainment every Monday from 10:30-11am from now, through September. Performances are held in the Bell Terra amphitheater, just outside of the Century Theaters. With everything from puppets to storytellers, jugglers & magicians, the Bella Terra Kids Club is definitely a fun way to get over those "Monday Blahs."

What: Bella Terra Kids Club
When: Mondays, 10:30-11am through September
Where: Bella Terra Amphitheater, 777 Edinger Ave., HB, CA 92647

xoxo, K
image via Bella Terra Shopping Center

Hurley US Open of Surfing

Many of the world's greatest surfers are gathering in Huntington Beach, as I type, for the the Hurley US Open of Surfing. Head down to HB July 18-26th & you can join in the fun. Besides the amazing surfing competition, sure to thrill anyone, there is tons of "other" stuff going on... late-night concerts, Hurley's Walk the Walk fashion competition, elite-level BMX, skateboarding & lots more.

The schedule of events, can be foudn HERE & other info is HERE.

xoxo, K
image via Hurley US Open of Surfing

Huntington Beach Duck-A-Thon

This weekend (Friday, May 15th - Sunday, May 17th) is Huntington Beach's 17th Annual Duck-A-Thon. It's an incredible weekend filled with "sand, sun, surf, food and rubber duckies," which raises money for AltaMed's Huntington Beach Community Clinic. The weekend's events include...

The Duck-A-Thon begins Friday evening with a Sunset Wine Tasting at the Pier. This beautiful setting provides as a wonderful kick-off for the weekend. Local restaurants supply an array of tantalizing hors d’oeuvres while wineries from across California donate boutique wines that are poured all evening.

The actual Duck-A-Thon takes place all day Saturday & Sunday. Vendors line Huntington Beach Pier Plaza to sell arts & crafts, yummy treats, home décor, jewelry and much more.

A larger – than – life Children’s Area includes bounce houses, retired rubber duck decorating, games, a toddler’s zone and prizes!

Each year, the Duck-A-Thon has a new theme for the ducks and the overall event. Honoring Huntington Beach’s Centennial, we feature the 2009 Birthday Ducks! These little yellow quackers are hand-decorated with party hat, gift, and a birthday greeting, for $20 each.

If you want to participate in the "main event" (which happens on Saturday at 3pm), the Duck Festival, you can still buy your Rubber Ducks online HERE. Ducks may also be purchased on Race day from 9am until approximately 2pm at the Huntington Beach Pier. Otherwise, you can always just watch from the beach as thousands of little rubber duckies are dropped from the pier to race to shore & claim their prizes.

For more information regarding the Duck-A-Thon go HERE.

xoxo, K
images via the Duck-A-Thon

Taste of Huntington Beach

Just typing this out is making me hungry... the Taste of Huntington Beach is happening THIS Sunday, April 26th from noon 'till 4pm. I honestly can't imagine anything more delicious - all of Huntington Beach's finest & tastiest restaurants under one roof for my sampling pleasure. Yum!
Tickets can be purchased at the door for $60. For a list of the "eateries" involved in this year's celebration go HERE.

Here are all the details:
What: Taste of Huntington Beach
Where: Huntington Beach Outdoor Sports Complex, 18100 Goldenwest, Huntington Beach
When: Sunday, April 26th, 2009, 12 - 4pm
Cost: $60 at the door

xoxo, K
image via Taste of Huntington Beach

SoCal Independent Film Festival

Right now, in Huntington Beach, the SoCal Independent Film Festival is going on. Recently named as one of "MovieMaker Magazine's 20 Festival worth the entry fee, the SoCal has six days of official selections & award winning movies & screenplays; industry speakers; professional workshops; Q&As with directors & actors; special guest; a professional panel of jury members & screeners; volunteer opportunites; and scores of film watching attendees..."

To view the movie schedule go HERE.
To view the event schedule go HERE.
To buy tickets go HERE.

What: SoCal Independent Film Festival
When: September 9-14, 2008
Where: The Huntington Beach Central Library Theater, 7111 Talbert Ave.

xoxo, K
image via SoCal Independent Film Festival.

Spark Woodfire Grill

Recently, the hubby & I were able to spend a quiet evening together at one of our favorite restaurants, Spark Woodfire Grill.
Located in Huntington Beach, Spark offers one of the most incredible panoramic view of the ocean, pier & beach, and their food is delicious. The restaurant "specializes in the woodfire grilling and roasting of Prime or Certified Angus Beef hand-cut steaks, chops, seafood, and slowly roasted Iowa BBQ Baby Back ribs using only the freshest 'Prime' and 'Choice' graded meats and seafood available... Spark is a warm and comfortable casual upscale restaurant that offers simply prepared foods, an extensive wine list and a full bar."

My favorite menu items? The Maryland Blue Crab Cakes are incredible! The Roasted Corn Chowder is delicious. I'm still dreaming of the Filet Oscar (filet medallions served with asparagus, lump crab and Bearnaise sauce), & I ate all of my Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding.

If you're planning ahead, call for a reservation & request a table out on the heated terrace... the view is wonderful.... the perfect romantic evening.

Spark Woodfire Grill
300 Pacific Coast Highway, Ste. 2020
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
(714)960-0996

xoxo, K

Movies on the Pier

TripAdvisor's FREE Traveling Movie Tour is stopping in Huntington Beach for two nights only. Visit the Huntington Beach Pier Plaza to view the 1953 film classic Roman Holiday starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck, on Wednesday August 13, and Planes, Trains, and Automobiles starring John Candy and Steve Martin will be shown on Thursday, August 14th. Pre-show activities & seating will begin at 6pm. You can also help a child in need by bringing gently used luggage, backpacks, duffel bags and diaper carriers. TripAdvisor will be collecting these things on-site to be donated to area foster children through the organization Suitcases For Kids. TripAdvisor encourages all guests to “pack a bag, leave a bag!”… fill your bag up with treats to enjoy during the movie (popcorn, candy and soft drinks) and then leave your bag behind after the show!

What: TripAdvisor's FREE Traveling Movie Tour
When: August 13 & 14, 2008, 6 pm
Where: Huntington Beach Pier Plaza

xoxo, K

Surf City Nights

One of our family's favorite week-night outings are the Surf City Nights in Huntington Beach. Every Tuesday night downtown Main Street is closed to motorized traffic & completely transformed into a street fair... live music, street performers, a farmer's market, activities for kids, sidewalk sales, & downtown restaurant specials.

What: Surf City Nights
When: Tuesday Nights, 5 pm - 9 pm
Where: Main Street, 1st - 3rd Blocks between PCH & Orange, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

See you there!

xoxo, K