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EXPERIENCE SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO June


Annually a sell-out, the Music Under the Stars Summer Concert Series sees bands paying tribute to timeless music greats (the Beach Boys, Eagles and Neil Diamond in years past) perform in Mission San Juan Capistrano’s strik- ing gardens all summer long. Guests are invited to bring food and drinks for al fresco dining. Te fundrais- ing concert series supports Mission preservation. missionsjc.com.


Te all-volunteer San Juan Capist- rano Rotary hosts its annual Rotary Golf Tournament, a shotgun- start, foursome tournament at San Juan Hills Golf Club benefiting local charities. Te fundraising event culminates with dinner, raffles, a silent auction, awards and no host bar. sjcrotary.org.


Tribute bands serenade crowds to the very best of rock n’ roll, blues, country and soul at San Juan Capistrano’s quintessential summer festivities—San Juan Summer Nites. Free concerts are held the third Wednesday of the month from June to September at Historic Town Center Park. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and enjoy a night of tunes under San Juan skies. Food, beer and wine are also available for purchase. sanjuancapistrano.org.


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Te San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce celebrates local indus- try at its annual Installation Dinner, where the body’s new officers and director are sworn it. Te event also honors the Man, Woman and Business of the Year. sanjuanchamber.com.


4 Celebrate Independence Day San Juan style with a festive day filled with carnival rides, deep- fried foods, live music, dancing, a beer garden and fun activities for every family member. Te Fourth of July Celebration at San Juan Sports Park is topped with a colorful fireworks display. sanjuancapistrano.org.


During Rodeo Week, catch a line- up of celebratory events including a kick-off barbecue, concert and tequila tasting as the the San Juan Capistrano Chamber of Commerce, city and community organizations welcome the Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo. visitsjc.com.


September


9/11 Memorial Bell Ringing Fourth of July Celebration


8 Te Romance of the Mission Benefit Gala, a lavish, intimate event benefits Mission preservation efforts. Tis formal affair begins with a cocktails in the gardens, a musical performance amid the Great Stone Church’s ruins and a four- course dinner. missionsjc.com.


August


Te nation’s richest two-day round- up, Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo, rides into town. See the world’s best in saddle bronc, bare- back and bull riding, steer wrestling and tie-down roping vie for a spot Las Vegas’ national rodeo finals. Proceeds benefit local charities. rmvrodeo.com.


11 To honor the men and women who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 attacks on New York City and Washington, D.C., the Mission rings its bells. Te 9/11 Memorial Bell Ringing is held at 10 a.m. missionsjc.com.


Experience the authentic sounds and flavors of Greece at St. Basil’s annual San Juan Capistrano Greek Festival, where island cuisines are the bill of fare, folk dancing doesn’t stop for three days and traditional desserts, imported goods and olive oils are for sale at the Agora—a traditional Greek marketplace. sjcgreekfest.org.


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12 SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS DIRECTORY & VISITOR GUIDE VISITSJC.COM


For more about Mission San Juan Capistrano events, call (949) 234-1000 or visit missionsjc.com. The Mission is located in the heart of San Juan at 26801 Ortega Highway. Free street and lot parking is available nearby.


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