Aerial view of Avalon Harbor

Gonsalves • Ross • Potts • Jack • Allard

Catalina Island

June 27 – July 1, 2026 · Avalon, California

Where it all began

A love story, 87 years in the making

In 1939, Sue’s parents met right here in Avalon. Her dad came home and told his mother he’d met a cute little blonde on the island and he was going to marry her. His mother said, “Oh no, you are not going to marry some cute little blonde that you just met in Catalina.”

But he’d made up his mind. They married in 1940.

For over 20 years now, Sue and Lee have kept that tradition alive — bringing the family together on this island for reunions that everyone looks forward to all year. Cory Ross has picked up the tradition for his own family, and Cousin Rob Potts has been joining in for the last several years, helping raise the next generation of chess players and island adventure seekers.

On June 30th, Lee & Sue celebrate 64 years of marriage.

♥
Avalon Harbor from the Chimes Tower

Saturday, June 27

Ferry to paradise — settle in — first sunset dinner

Did you know?

The ferry crossing is a wildlife show. Common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and Risso's dolphins regularly play alongside the boat. Keep your cameras ready — whale sightings are common too!

Catalina Express ferry
Your ride to paradise — the Catalina Express
The Pavilion Hotel firepit
S'mores headquarters — the Pavilion firepit
Local tip

Order a "Buffalo Milk" at any bar on the island. This creamy blended cocktail was invented at Two Harbors in the 1970s and became Catalina's signature drink. Every bartender knows it!

Dinner options tonight

Mrs. T's Chinese(310) 510-1199Lobster Trap(310) 510-8585Take-outCasino area

Quick dial directory

Catalina Express(800) 481-3470Descanso Beach Club(310) 510-7410Maggie's Blue Rose(310) 510-3300Antonio's Pizzeria(310) 510-0008Bluewater Grill(310) 510-3474Lobster Trap(310) 510-8585Mrs. T's Chinese(310) 510-1199Golf Gardens(310) 510-1200Catalina Golf Cart(310) 510-2493Island Rentals(310) 510-1456Flying Fish Tour(877) 510-2888Glass Bottom Boat(310) 510-0211Zip Line Tour(877) 778-8322Backcountry Tours(310) 913-9036Catalina Expeditions(855) 460-9634Afishinado Charters(888) 613-7770Luau Larry's(310) 510-1919El Galleon(424) 438-2535

Reservations to make