The Mission is a place where loved ones gather together to experience family and history together and a place that many return to time and time again to reflect and remember. Join us in the 18th century historic Sala in remembering your loved ones by placing their name on our Día de los Muertos altar … Continued
Mission Members receive discounted admission rates and advance purchase opportunity for Capistrano Lights! Become a Member today to receive discounted tickets and advanced purchase opportunity to Capistrano Lights. Ticket sales begin today, November 1, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. Tickets will be sold online. To purchase tickets during the Mission Member Presale, you will need your … Continued
The historic bells will ring at noon in honor of Founder’s Day. Mission San Juan Capistrano was founded as the 7th of 9 missions established by Saint Serra on November 1, 1776. It would become ultimately one of 21 California missions to be built.
Join us every 2nd Saturday of the month for Teacher Appreciation Day. Teachers get in FREE with valid teacher ID.
Native American traditions are alive and well at Mission San Juan Capistrano thanks to a small group of Native Americans who have maintained — and some might say “perfected” — the art of basket weaving. Teeter Marie Olivares Romero, Ellen Sue Olivares, Susie Fimbres, and Wanda Jo Gennaro demonstrate the art of basket weaving on … Continued
The Mission’s Sketch Tours lead guests throughout the Mission grounds and provide a quick introduction on how to sketch including basic techniques such as how to draw architecture, shapes, one and two-point perspective, and shading. All necessary materials will be provided but guests are encouraged to bring a small folding stool to sit on during … Continued
November is Native American Heritage Month. Join us in celebrating Native American history at the Mission! In honor of the local Acjachemen people and people of all native communities, the Mission will be offering FREE special lunchtime programming from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 30 featuring Jacque Tahuka Nunez, Journeys to the … Continued
Celebrate the holidays at Orange County’s only Mission. Join us on select days from December 3 through December 30 for daytime admission to the Mission and an evening of holiday programming and fun. Create lasting memories with family photos under our 10’ wreath, experience a Christmas tree lighting and music program with our 30’ tree … Continued
