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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif. (June 21, 2018) — It’s summer in South Orange County and Mission San Juan Capistrano​ – the historic chapel, landmark and museum – is lining up unique, engaging and family-oriented summer programming and special events to entice families to visit Monday Through Friday for as little as $7 admission for kids. Located next-door to the oldest neighborhood in California known as the Los Rios Historic District, the Mission is one of the oldest and most progressive landmarks in the state of California, offering innovative, inclusive and interactive events for the local community; as well as welcoming travelers from all backgrounds. Summertime also marks the return of the beloved San Juan Capistrano Trolley – a free, convenient and fun way to get around town from June 8-Sept 3, Fri-Sun. Click here for schedule and stops​.

The following programs are offered for Summer 2018:

Summer Crafts and Activities, June 25 through August 17
Weekdays, 11am-1pm: Adobe Bricks, Arrowhead necklaces, and an alternating craft Weekends, 11am – 3pm: Adobe Bricks, Arrowhead necklaces, and Panning for Gold
Cost: $5 per craft/activity in addition to admission, $3 for Mission Members; Bundles for all 3 crafts/activities $10 per child in addition to admission, $5 for Mission Members

Music Under the Stars 2018 Summer Concert Series
This popular concert series is a fundraising event in support of preservation and sustainability of Mission San Juan Capistrano, historic California landmark #200 and museum. Music Under the Stars features a primarily tribute band lineup, celebrating a variety of timeless and nostalgic classics in popular music at the beautiful and historic setting of the Mission.

Native American Storytelling: “Journeys to the Past” with Jacque Tahuka Nunez
1st Sundays; 1pm -2pm – July 1, August 5, September 2,
2nd Saturdays (includes activity); 11am-12pm – June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8
Join Jacque Tahuka Nunez, an Acjachemen descendent and educator on the 1st Sundays and 2nd Saturdays of each month. Jacque will lead a dynamic cultural presentation describing the lifestyle of the Acjachemen Nation, Orange County’s first people. Journeys to the Past includes storytelling, games, songs, and dance. Adults and children of all ages are welcome.
Free for Mission Members or with paid admission

New Exhibit: Worth A Visit
Open Daily 9am-5pm
This new exhibit highlights rarely seen vintage photos from Mission San Juan Capistrano‘s museum and archival photo collection dating to the late 19th and early 20th century; plus the new digital archival photo album kiosk that showcases even more rare and never-before-seen historical images.

Garden Tours: Explore the Gardens in Full Bloom
Every Wednesday, 10am and 10:30am
Free for Mission Members or with paid admission

Koi Fish Feeding
Offered daily, available at the Gate House at 12:45pm
Free for Mission Members and $1 for non-members

Mission Clubhouse,
Kids play place, open daily 9am-5pm

New Audio Tour
Experience Mission San Juan Capistrano’s new audio tour – now available free with paid admission. The tour is available in English, Spanish, French and German. This state-of-the-art audio tour mixes music, storytelling and history revealing interesting stories, facts and trivia for kids and adults alike.

Shop, Dine, Stay in historic Downtown San Juan Capistrano
Discover historic downtown San Juan Capistrano this summer. Explore historic buildings, dine on delicious dishes, shop for unique souvenirs, and sightsee around the Los Rios Historic District, California’s oldest neighborhood – all within a short walk from the Mission’s entrance. Download the 2018 Map Here​.