SPECIAL EVENTS

Open Daily: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
Closed at noon Good Friday and Christmas Eve.
The historic Mission reserves the right to close due to weather conditions.
On rainy days, please call (949) 234-1300 to check hours of operation.
Upcoming Special Events
Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Mission Member Appreciation Day
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
3rd Wednesday of Each Month
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Mariachis at the Mission
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Second and Fourth Saturdays of Each Month
10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Mariachis will perform second and fourth Saturdays of each month in the beautiful Mission courtyard.
More Information About the Performers
Mission Open on Memorial Day
Monday, May 28, 2012
Memorial Day
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Community Day for Residents of Garden Grove & Westminster
Friday, June 01, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mission San Juan Capistrano offers a 2 for 1 Celebrating Communities program, inviting South Orange County residents to the Jewel of the Missions, Mission San Juan Capistrano, by offering a 2 for 1 admission price special.
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Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, June 06, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Executive Director Tours
Thursday, June 07, 2012
10:30 AM - Noon
Behind the Scenes Tour, led by Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence-Adams
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Mariachis at the Mission
Saturday, June 09, 2012
Second and Fourth Saturdays of Each Month
10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Mariachis will perform second and fourth Saturdays of each month in the beautiful Mission courtyard.
More Information About the Performers
Teacher Appreciation Day
Saturday, June 09, 2012
2nd Saturday of the month
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free admission for teachers every 2nd Saturday of the month. In order to receive free admission, teachers must provide their email address on the sign in sheet.
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Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Mission Member Appreciation Day
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
3rd Wednesday of Each Month
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Mariachis at the Mission
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Second and Fourth Saturdays of Each Month
10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Mariachis will perform second and fourth Saturdays of each month in the beautiful Mission courtyard.
More Information About the Performers
Bell Ringing for Feast of Fr. Serra
Sunday, July 01, 2012
Noon
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Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, July 04, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Mission Open on 4th of July
Wednesday, July 04, 2012
4th of July
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Executive Director Tours
Thursday, July 05, 2012
10:30 AM - Noon
Behind the Scenes Tour, led by Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence-Adams
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Community Day for Residents of Santa Ana
Friday, July 06, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mission San Juan Capistrano offers a 2 for 1 Celebrating Communities program, inviting South Orange County residents to the Jewel of the Missions, Mission San Juan Capistrano, by offering a 2 for 1 admission price special.
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Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series: The Long Run with Opener: Fortunate Son
Saturday, July 07, 2012
Saturday, July 07
Gates: 5:30 p.m. Concert: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Series of 5 Saturday evening concerts hosted annually, running every other week from July through Labor Day weekend. All proceeds support the non-profit's historic preservation efforts and education programming.
Click here for Bands, Reservation Dates and Seating Map
Special Hummingbird Presentation
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
12:00PM
Special Hummingbird Presentation
Learn More About the Presenter
Night at the Mission: Adventure Sleepover
Friday, July 13, 2012
Friday - Saturday
6:00 PM - 8:00 AM
Mission San Juan Capistrano is pleased to offer adventurous sleepover of camping overnight on Mission grounds for kids with their parents. The sleepover includes dinner, activities and breakfast the following morning.
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Teacher Appreciation Day
Saturday, July 14, 2012
2nd Saturday of the month
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free admission for teachers every 2nd Saturday of the month. In order to receive free admission, teachers must provide their email address on the sign in sheet.
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Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Mission Member Appreciation Day
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
3rd Wednesday of Each Month
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series: A Tribute to Sir Elton John with Dandy DJ
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Saturday, July 21
Gates: 5:30 p.m. Concert: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Series of 5 Saturday evening concerts hosted annually, running every other week from July through Labor Day weekend. All proceeds support the non-profit's historic preservation efforts and education programming.
Click here for Bands, Reservation Dates and Seating Map
Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, August 01, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Executive Director Tours
Thursday, August 02, 2012
10:30 AM - Noon
Behind the Scenes Tour, led by Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence-Adams
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Community Day for Residents of Fountain Valley & Huntington Beach
Friday, August 03, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mission San Juan Capistrano offers a 2 for 1 Celebrating Communities program, inviting South Orange County residents to the Jewel of the Missions, Mission San Juan Capistrano, by offering a 2 for 1 admission price special.
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Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series: Hot August Night - Neil Diamond Tribute
Saturday, August 04, 2012
Saturday, August 4
Gates: 5:30 p.m. Concert: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Series of 5 Saturday evening concerts hosted annually, running every other week from July through Labor Day weekend. All proceeds support the non-profit's historic preservation efforts and education programming.
Click here for Bands, Reservation Dates and Seating Map
Teacher Appreciation Day
Saturday, August 11, 2012
2nd Saturday of the month
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free admission for teachers every 2nd Saturday of the month. In order to receive free admission, teachers must provide their email address on the sign in sheet.
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Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Mission Member Appreciation Day
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
3rd Wednesday of Each Month
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series: Jumping Jack Flash - Celebrating the Rolling Stones
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Saturday, August 18
Gates: 5:30 p.m. Concert: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Series of 5 Saturday evening concerts hosted annually, running every other week from July through Labor Day weekend. All proceeds support the non-profit's historic preservation efforts and education programming.
Click here for Bands, Reservation Dates and Seating Map
Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series: The Fab Four - Ultimate Beatles Tribute
Saturday, September 01, 2012
Saturday, September 1
Gates: 5:30 p.m. Concert: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Series of 5 Saturday evening concerts hosted annually, running every other week from July through Labor Day weekend. All proceeds support the non-profit's historic preservation efforts and education programming.
Click here for Bands, Reservation Dates and Seating Map
FREE Admission for Military and Veterans Labor Day Weekend
Saturday, September 01, 2012
Labor Day Weekend
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Visit the Mission Labor Day weekend! Military and Veterans receive FREE admission with valid ID. Promotion only applies to ID holder.
FREE Admission for Military and Veterans Labor Day Weekend
Sunday, September 02, 2012
Labor Day Weekend
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Visit the Mission Labor Day weekend (9/1 - 9/3, 2011). Military and Veterans receive FREE admission with valid ID. Promotion only applies to ID holder.
Mission Open on Labor Day
Monday, September 03, 2012
Labor Day
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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FREE Admission for Military and Veterans Labor Day Weekend
Monday, September 03, 2012
Labor Day Weekend
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Visit the Mission Labor Day weekend (9/1 - 9/3, 2011). Military and Veterans receive FREE admission with valid ID. Promotion only applies to ID holder.
Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, September 05, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Executive Director Tours
Thursday, September 06, 2012
10:30 AM - Noon
Behind the Scenes Tour, led by Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence-Adams
View All the Details
Community Day for Residents of Irvine & Newport Beach
Friday, September 07, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mission San Juan Capistrano offers a 2 for 1 Celebrating Communities program, inviting South Orange County residents to the Jewel of the Missions, Mission San Juan Capistrano, by offering a 2 for 1 admission price special.
View All The Details
Teacher Appreciation Day
Saturday, September 08, 2012
2nd Saturday of the month
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free admission for teachers every 2nd Saturday of the month. In order to receive free admission, teachers must provide their email address on the sign in sheet.
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9-11 Memorial Bell Ringing
Tuesday, September 11, 2012
8:30 AM
Romance of the Mission Benefit Gala Concert and Dinner
Friday, September 14, 2012
Friday, September 14
6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
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Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Bell Ringing
Monday, September 17, 2012
Between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM
Learn More About Constitution Day
Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Mission Member Appreciation Day
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
3rd Wednesday of Each Month
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
View All Membership Benefits
Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, October 03, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Executive Director Tours
Thursday, October 04, 2012
10:30 AM - Noon
Behind the Scenes Tour, led by Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence-Adams
View All the Details
Community Day for Residents of Aliso Viejo & Lake Forest
Friday, October 05, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mission San Juan Capistrano offers a 2 for 1 Celebrating Communities program, inviting South Orange County residents to the Jewel of the Missions, Mission San Juan Capistrano, by offering a 2 for 1 admission price special.
View All The Details
Teacher Appreciation Day
Saturday, October 13, 2012
2nd Saturday of the month
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free admission for teachers every 2nd Saturday of the month. In order to receive free admission, teachers must provide their email address on the sign in sheet.
View All The Details
Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Mission Member Appreciation Day
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
3rd Wednesday of Each Month
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
View All Membership Benefits
Bell Ringing for Feast of St. John of Capistrano
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
12:00 PM
Plan a Visit to the Mission
Executive Director Tours
Thursday, November 01, 2012
10:30 AM - Noon
Behind the Scenes Tour, led by Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence-Adams
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Historic Bell Ringing in honor of Founders Day
Thursday, November 01, 2012
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Bells Ring: 12:00 PM
Learn More About Our History Here
Community Day for Residents of Rancho Santa Margarita, Foothill Ranch & Las Flores
Friday, November 02, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mission San Juan Capistrano offers a 2 for 1 Celebrating Communities program, inviting South Orange County residents to the Jewel of the Missions, Mission San Juan Capistrano, by offering a 2 for 1 admission price special.
View All The Details
Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, November 07, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Teacher Appreciation Day
Saturday, November 10, 2012
2nd Saturday of the month
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Free admission for teachers every 2nd Saturday of the month. In order to receive free admission, teachers must provide their email address on the sign in sheet.
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Native American Basket Weaving
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Wednesdays (1st & 3rd of each month)
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Experience the art of basket weaving at Mission San Juan Capistrano on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Learn the traditions and capture the culture of basket weaving.
Mission Member Appreciation Day
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
3rd Wednesday of Each Month
8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
View All Membership Benefits
Christmas at the Mission
Saturday, December 01, 2012
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Executive Director Tours
Thursday, December 06, 2012
10:30 AM - Noon
Behind the Scenes Tour, led by Executive Director Mechelle Lawrence-Adams
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Community Day for Residents of Laguna Woods & Laguna Hills
Friday, December 07, 2012
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mission San Juan Capistrano offers a 2 for 1 Celebrating Communities program, inviting South Orange County residents to the Jewel of the Missions, Mission San Juan Capistrano, by offering a 2 for 1 admission price special.
View All The Details