improving the island since 1918
This is the Balboa Island Improvement Association's guide to Balboa Island. This guide offers listings of accommodations, activities, activities, maps, and travel information. Hopefully, this guide shall assist our visitors in enjoying the best of what Balboa Island has to offer. Stop by and stay a while, and see why many refer to this beautiful island as "The Host of the Coast".
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This site includes Balboa Island and parts of the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach on the west coast of California. This area is steeped in history and, despite its remote location, has produced or attracted a rich array of famous people and fascinating characters. Use the navigation on the left to find out more about Balboa Island's attractions, activities, and accommodations.
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History of Balboa Island - Come see what made this historic island great.
In 1918 the Balboa Island Improvement Association was started (and is still going strong). The BIIA was a strong motivating force in working with the City on bulkhead repair, ferry service, a sewer system, water, gas, electricity, paved streets and sidewalks, and street lighting.
5th Annual Just Plein Fun August 2-7
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air taking advantage of ambient light and conditions. All around the island
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Are you looking for a inexpensive, yet thoroughly enriching experience? Why not venture down to Marine Ave., a charming collection of Cape Cod-style picturesque gift shops, galleries and restaurants. Marine Ave. boasts 80 - 100 retailers that offer exclusive Island products and Apparel.
From cafes and tea shops to some of the finest cuisine in the world. In addition, a wide selection of family-run restaurants, Balboa offers a full range of options for Dining. With its pacific location, fine dining is a speciality in Balboa Island's restaurants. So if you are looking for International cuisine, or just Americana - we are the place.
Blue are BIIA Sponsored Events; Red are Third Party Sponsored Events; Black are Administrative Events
| M - F | 8/2-6 | 5th Annual Just Plein Fun | Dawn to Dusk | This is where artists visit the island and paint views in open
'Provisions' 2009 |
| Sat | 8/7 | Brush Off Contest | 4 to 6 PM | Watch artists compete to capture the
 Reception and Awards, 6:30PM, Debra Huse Gallery,
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| Sat | 8/7 | Sand Castle Contest | 9-10 AM | Ruby Beach, N. Bay Front, E. of Ruby |
| Sat | 8/28 | Pancake Breakfast No. 2 | 8-10 AM | Pancake Breakfast No. 2  Balboa Island Park, 115 Agate Ave. Last Year Highlights
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Balboa Island has several activities and events throughout the season and 2010 is no exception. Hotels and pubs provide music and entertainment in high season and at weekends. Visit the Event Directory. This list shows some of the events taking place this summer; more will be added as they are announced and full details will be published as soon as they become available. It is advisable to check local papers and tourist offices to ensure you don't miss any of the local events!
