Orange County Network: Laguna Beach Picnic

Picnic by the Sea: A Coastal Bruin Gathering at Heisler Park

Join fellow UCLA alumni, friends and families for a free community picnic in beautiful Heisler Park in Laguna Beach. Bring your own picnic lunch, settle in on the lawn above the water, and spend a relaxed afternoon catching up with the OC Bruins community over one of the best ocean views in Orange County.

We'll gather at the main picnic area at the north end of the park, on the lawn overlooking Picnic Beach, near the intersection of Myrtle Street and Cliff Drive. This picnic follows our morning Watercolor by the Sea class, so come for both or just drop in for the picnic — all Bruins are welcome either way.

The park has BBQ grills, picnic tables, plenty of trash cans and well-maintained restrooms. We'll bring extra coolers with ice if you'd like to keep your food and drinks cold. There are also good coffee shops and takeout restaurants within walking distance if you'd rather pick something up nearby.

Bring your own picnic lunch, water, a blanket or beach chairs, sunscreen and a hat. If you'd like to bring a little something to share you're welcome to, but it's completely optional. This is a casual, family-friendly gathering.

PLEASE NOTE:

Come Early for Parking: Heisler Park is very popular during the summer, so both free neighborhood parking and paid lots fill up quickly, especially in the late morning. Metered parking has a 3 to 4 hour time limit depending on the location, with strict enforcement if you do not move your car after the limit. We strongly recommend arriving early to find free neighborhood parking or an all-day lot. The city runs free trolleys to Heisler Park, but please be aware these may take longer than expected, so plan accordingly.

By attending, you acknowledge that photos may be taken and used in future OC Bruins or UCLA Alumni communications.

This is a free event. Come enjoy the coast, meet fellow Bruins and make an afternoon of it by the sea!