17th Annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party - Saturday, July 25, 2026

Event Coordinators: Pat Knowles, Chris Twining, Terry Taylor, Peter Yates, DJ O'Day, Jean Tobin, and Rick Tobin 

This will be our 17th consecutive annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party for all class years that's scheduled for Saturday, July 25, 2026 between 9 am and 7 pm. To date, we've had thousands of Viking alumni, family, and friends attend our annual beach parties. 

Our beach party site is on the Bolsa Chica State Beach near Lifeguard Tower 26 in Huntington Beach, and right adjacent to the Sea Legs at the Beach restaurant and bar. This location is approximately several hundred yards south of Jack in the Box, which is near the corner of Warner and PCH.

The summer concert series generally takes place at SeaLegs, so we will likely see several live band performances from the sand while enjoying the sunshine, longer days, and warmer ocean water.

Please RSVP and share our invitation page on Facebook and other social media pages to let other Vikings know about the next Marina High Alumni Beach Party event: 
https://www.facebook.com/events/24008984198759963

Here's a brilliant drone film video that was produced by Mike Sola for our 2018 Beach Party:
https://vimeo.com/282991840

Here's another awesome drone film video created by Mike Sola for our 2022 Marina High Alumni Beach Party:
https://vimeo.com/739903146

To see more details and photos of past Beach Parties as well, please visit our main Marina High Alumni Beach Party group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/627483673626193

In 2026, the Class Years of '66, '71, '76, '81, '86, '91, '96, '01, '06, '11, '15, and '21 may be scheduling either mini-reunions or more formal events. If these class years plan on holding their individual class reunions within the Beach Party as either their main reunion event or as a portion of their weekend reunion event, you are more than welcome.

PARKING INFORMATION: There is free parking north of Jack in the Box in Sunset Beach, and paid gated parking for $7.50 (disabled), $14 (senior), and $20 (general - prices subject to change) in the adjacent lot several hundreds yards south. The earlier you arrive (especially before 12 noon), the better the parking options will be on that same day.

We strongly encourage you to consider taking Uber, Lyft, or some other type of rideshare option to the Beach Party because the parking lot can fill up on busy summer weekends. One example is parking one mile away at the Huntington Harbour Mall, grabbing a drink at the Harbour Rackhouse, and calling a rideshare. Later, a fellow Viking who parked in the lot earlier may drop you back off at your car. Or, you may walk, ride your bike, or grab your skateboard.

Sweet 16th Annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party - Saturday, July 26, 2025

This will be our 16th consecutive annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party for all class years that's scheduled for Saturday, July 26, 2025 between 9 am and 7 pm. To date, we've had thousands of Viking alumni, family, and friends attend our annual beach parties. 

Our beach party site is on the Bolsa Chica State Beach near Lifeguard Tower 26 in Huntington Beach, and right adjacent to the Sea Legs at the Beach restaurant and bar. This location is approximately several hundred yards south of Jack in the Box, which is near the corner of Warner and PCH.

The summer concert series generally takes place at SeaLegs, so we will likely see several live band performances from the sand while enjoying the sunshine, longer days, and warmer ocean water.

Please RSVP and share our invitation page on Facebook and other social media pages to let other Vikings know about the next Marina High Alumni Beach Party event: 
https://www.facebook.com/events/978405904506993?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22group%22%7D]%7D

Here's a brilliant drone film video that was produced by Mike Sola for our 2018 Beach Party:
https://vimeo.com/282991840

Here's another awesome drone film video created by Mike Sola for our 2022 Marina High Alumni Beach Party:
https://vimeo.com/739903146

To see more details and photos of past Beach Parties as well, please visit the newly updated Marina High Alumni Beach Party group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/627483673626193

In 2025, the Class Years of '70, '75, '80, '85, '90, '95, '00, '05, '10, and '15 may be scheduling either mini-reunions or more formal events. If these class years plan on holding their individual class reunions within the Beach Party as either their main reunion event or as a portion of their weekend reunion event, you are more than welcome.

PARKING INFORMATION: There is free parking north of Jack in the Box in Sunset Beach, and paid gated parking for $7.50 (disabled), $14 (senior), and $20 (general - prices subject to change) in the adjacent lot several hundreds yards south. The earlier you arrive (especially before 12 noon), the better the parking options will be on that same day.

We strongly encourage you to consider taking Uber, Lyft, or some other type of rideshare option to the Beach Party because the parking lot can fill up on busy summer weekends. One example is parking one mile away at the Huntington Harbour Mall, grabbing a drink at the Harbour Rackhouse, and calling a rideshare. Later, a fellow Viking who parked in the lot earlier may drop you back off at your car. Or, you may walk, ride your bike, or grab your skateboard.

Marina High Alumni Beach Party - Saturday, July 27, 2024

This will be our 15th annual Marina Beach Party for all class years. Past alumni, faculty, friends, and family are welcome each year for this FREE annual event. The US Open of Surfing will likely begin on this same July 27th day near the Huntington Beach Pier a few miles away.

The Marina High Alumni Beach Party will be located at the Bolsa Chica State Beach near Lifeguard Tower 26 in Huntington Beach, and right adjacent to the Sea Legs at the Beach restaurant and bar. This site is several hundred yards south of Jack in the Box, which is near the corner of Warner and PCH. Many of us are setting up near 5:30 or 6 am. We'd really appreciate it if more Viking alumni can show up closer to the 6 am parking lot opening time to grab the prime beach space next to SeaLegs at the Beach and set up the tents with us. It will make the event much more successful with your help. Thank you for any assistance.

Here is a drone video taken at the 2018 Beach Party by Michael Sola which also includes a large number of photos from the party:

https://vimeo.com/282991840

For friends and family who don't have access to Facebook, please forward them the Marina Beach Party website link:

http://www.marinabeachparty.com/

To see more details and photos of past Beach Parties as well, please visit the newly updated Marina High Alumni Beach Party group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/627483673626193

In 2024, the class years of '69, '74, '79, '84, '89, '94, '99, '04, '09, and '14 may be scheduling either mini-reunions or more formal events. We had a record 30+ class years represented by Marina alumni at the 2018 Marina Beach Party. If these class years plan on holding their individual class reunions within the Beach Party as either their main reunion event or as a portion of their weekend reunion event, you are more than welcome and we will help you promote the event.

PARKING INFORMATION: There is free parking north of Jack in the Box in Sunset Beach, and paid gated parking for $7.50 (disabled), $14 (senior), and $20 (general) in the adjacent lot several hundreds yards south. The earlier you arrive, the better the parking options will be on that same day. All parking prices are subject to change.

Here is the beach parking lot link:
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=24289

14th Annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party - July 29th, 2023

This will be our 14th annual Marina Beach Party for all class years. Past alumni, faculty, friends, and family are welcome each year for this FREE annual event. The US Open of Surfing will also begin on this same July 29th day near the Huntington Beach Pier a few miles away.

On Saturday, July 29th, 2023 at 10 am, we will be holding our 14th annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party for all class years at the Bolsa Chica State Beach near Lifeguard Tower 26 in Huntington Beach, and right adjacent to the Sea Legs at the Beach restaurant and bar. This location is approximately a few hundred yards south of Jack in the Box, which is near the corner of Warner and PCH. Many of us are setting up near 6 am, so you're welcome to arrive earlier to join us.

Here is a drone video taken at the 2018 Beach Party by Michael Sola which also includes a large number of photos from the party:

https://vimeo.com/282991840

For friends and family who don't have access to Facebook, please forward them the Marina Beach Party website link:

http://www.marinabeachparty.com/

In 2023, the Class Years of '68, '73, '78, '83, '88, '93, '98, '03, '08, and '13 may be scheduling either mini-reunions or more formal events. We had a record 30+ class years represented by Marina alumni at the 2018 Marina Beach Party. If these class years plan on holding their individual class reunions within the Beach Party as either their main reunion event or as a portion of their weekend reunion event, you are more than welcome and we will help you promote the event.

PARKING INFORMATION: There is free parking north of Jack in the Box in Sunset Beach, and paid gated parking for $7.50 (disabled), $14 (senior), and $15 to $20 (general) in the adjacent lot several hundreds yards south. The earlier you arrive, the better the parking options will be on that same day. All parking prices are subject to change.

Here is the beach parking lot link:
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=24289

13th Annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party - Saturday, July 30, 2022

This will be our 13th annual Marina Beach Party for all class years. Past alumni, faculty, friends, and family are welcome each year for this FREE annual event. The US Open of Surfing may or may not be starting on this same late July weekend in 2022 as well.

On Saturday, July 30th, 2022 at 10 am, we will be holding our 13th annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party for all class years at the Bolsa Chica State Beach near Lifeguard Tower 26 in Huntington Beach, and right adjacent to the Sea Legs at the Beach restaurant and bar. This location is approximately a few hundred yards south of Jack in the Box, which is near the corner of Warner and PCH.

Here is a drone video taken at the 2018 Beach Party by Michael Sola which also includes a large number of photos from the party:

https://vimeo.com/282991840

For friends and family who don't have access to Facebook, please forward them the Marina Beach Party website link:

http://www.marinabeachparty.com/

In 2022, the Class Years of '72, '77, '82, '87, '92, '97, '02, '07, and '12 may be scheduling either mini-reunions or more formal events. We had a record 30+ class years represented by Marina alumni at the 2018 Marina Beach Party. If these class years plan on holding their individual class reunions within the Beach Party as either their main reunion event or as a portion of their weekend reunion event, you are more than welcome.

PARKING INFORMATION: There is free parking north of Jack in the Box in Sunset Beach, and paid gated parking for $7.50 (disabled), $14 (senior), and $15 (general) in the adjacent lot several hundreds yards south. The earlier you arrive, the better the parking options will be on that same day.

Here is the beach parking lot link:
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=24289

Marina High Alumni Beach Party - July 31, 2021

Please note that this scheduled event is subject to future beach regulations. If public events are not allowed by July 2021 on the beach, then people are still welcome to visit SeaLegs at the Beach (opens at 10 am) on the same day and time on Saturday, July 31st in 2021 for so long as it continues to remain open to the general public. If so, they can set up their own individual beach canopy tents just like many of us did in 2020 and rent private cabanas or fire pit ring areas in SeaLegs, if interested. Our beach party location is right adjacent to SeaLegs at the Beach, which is the largest beachfront restaurant and bar in Southern California. https://www.sealegsatthebeach.com/

This will be our 12th annual Marina Beach Party for all class years. Past alumni, faculty, friends, and family are welcome each year for this FREE annual event. The US Open of Surfing may or may not be starting on this same late July weekend in 2021 as well.

On Saturday, July 31st, 2021 at 10 am, we will be holding our 12th annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party for all class years at the Bolsa Chica State Beach near Lifeguard Tower 26 in Huntington Beach, and right adjacent to the Sea Legs at the Beach restaurant and bar. This location is approximately a few hundred yards south of Jack in the Box, which is near the corner of Warner and PCH.

Here is a drone video taken at the 2018 Beach Party by Michael Sola which also includes a large number of photos from the party:

https://vimeo.com/282991840

For friends and family who don't have access to Facebook, please forward them the Marina Beach Party website link:

http://www.marinabeachparty.com/

In 2021, the Class Years of '71, '76, '81, '86, '91, '96, '01, '06, and '11 may be scheduling either mini-reunions or more formal events. Additionally, some class years in 2020 delayed their reunion gatherings until 2021. We had a record 30+ class years represented by Marina alumni at the 2018 Marina Beach Party. If these class years plan on holding their individual class reunions within the Beach Party as either their main reunion event or as a portion of their weekend reunion event, you are more than welcome.

PARKING INFORMATION: There is free parking north of Jack in the Box in Sunset Beach, and paid gated parking for $7.50 (disabled), $14 (senior), and $15 (general) in the adjacent lot several hundreds yards south. The earlier you arrive, the better the parking options will be on that same day.

Here is the beach parking lot link:
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=24289

Marina High Alumni Beach Party - July 25th, 2020 (Saturday)

This will be our 11th annual Marina Beach Party for all class years. Past alumni, faculty, friends, and family are welcome each year for this FREE annual event.

On Saturday, July 25th, 2020 at 10 am, we will be holding our 11th annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party for all class years at the Bolsa Chica State Beach near Lifeguard Tower 26 in Huntington Beach, and right adjacent to the Sea Legs at the Beach restaurant and bar. This location is approximately a few hundred yards south of Jack in the Box, which is near the corner of Warner and PCH.

Here is a drone video taken at the 2018 Beach Party by Michael Sola which also includes a large number of photos from the party:

https://vimeo.com/282991840

For friends and family who don't have access to Facebook, please forward them the Marina Beach Party website link:

http://www.marinabeachparty.com/

In 2020, the Class Years of '70, '75, '80, '85, '90, '95, '00, '05, and '10 may be scheduling either mini-reunions or more formal events. We had a record 30+ class years represented by Marina alumni at the 2018 Marina Beach Party. If these class years plan on holding their individual class reunions within the Beach Party as either their main reunion event or as a portion of their weekend reunion event, please let us know so that we may coordinate and market the events together.

PARKING INFORMATION: There is free parking north of Jack in the Box in Sunset Beach, and paid gated parking for $7.50 (disabled), $14 (senior), and $15 (general) in the adjacent lot several hundreds yards south. The earlier you arrive, the better the parking options will be on that same day.

Here is the beach parking lot link:
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=24289

Beach Games for All Ages

The 10th annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party will have more games than ever before with the following planned activities:

* Beach Volleyball
* Cornhole / Bean Bag Toss
* Sandcastle Building Contest
* Jenga Tower (Stacked Wood Blocks)
* Trivia Games
* Card Games
For the first time ever in the history of the Marina Beach Party, we'll be playing beach volleyball games just behind our group's tents on the sand. We are very pleased to announce that Andy Klussmann (MHS '82, captain and member of UCLA's national championship volleyball teams, and a former pro beach volleyball player himself) will be our honorary team coach, referee, and teammate as needed.
These game activities are exceptional ways to connect or reconnect with new and older Viking friends whether you visit the Beach Party alone or with a large group of family and friends. If you have other games that you can bring, please let us know.

For those people who just want to chill on the sand, the Bottomless Champagne flows from 10 am to 12 noon for $20 at SeaLegs along with the music and the official start of the Marina Beach Party which also begins at 10 am. If the activities wear you out, then you can get some "fuel" at the potluck table filled with lots of tasty food.

2018 Marina Beach Party Video

Linked is the 15-minute professional video with numerous photos and songs that was produced by former Marina High Head Athletic Trainer named Mike Sola:

https://vimeo.com/282991840
Marina High School 2018 Alumni Beach Party Reunion 

Marina High Alumni Beach Party - July 27th, 2019 (Our 10th Annual Event)

This will be our big 10th annual Marina Beach Party for all class years on Saturday, July 27th, 2019. Past alumni, faculty, friends, and family are welcome each year. 

READ THROUGH THIS INFORMATION FOR ALL THE DETAILS... 

Event Coordinators: Patrick Knowles, Rick Tobin, and Amy Mason

Food Buffet and BBQ Chefs - Shirley Flack and Frank Russell Monson; Music DJ - Chris Twining and SeaLegs at the Beach; Sign-In Table - Melody Marler and Kevin Dobson; Key Party Personnel with Multiple Functions - Denise Clark Churchill, Teresa Flack, Shelley Flack, and 100+ other alumni who bring food and supplies to the party. 

On Saturday, July 27th, 2019 at 10 am, we will be holding our 10th annual Marina High Alumni Beach Party for all class years at the Bolsa Chica State Beach near Lifeguard Tower 26 in Huntington Beach, and right adjacent to the Sea Legs at the Beach restaurant and bar. This location is approximately a few hundred yards south of Jack in the Box, which is near the corner of Warner and PCH. The party may last until 10 pm or later. The party is FREE to attend.

Here is a drone video taken at the 2016 Beach Party by Michael Sola which also includes a large number of photos from the party:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0f7FtxoNTw&feature=youtu.be

For friends and family who don't have access to Facebook, please forward them this new Marina Beach Party website link:

http://www.marinabeachparty.com/

In 2019, the Class Years of '69, '74, '79, '84, '89, '94, '99, '04, and '09 may be scheduling either mini-reunions or more formal events. We had a record 30+ class years represented by Marina alumni at the 2018 Marina Beach Party. If these class years plan on holding their individual class reunions within the Beach Party as either their main reunion event or as a portion of their weekend reunion event, please let us know so that we may coordinate and market the events together.

PARKING INFORMATION: There is free parking north of Jack in the Box in Sunset Beach, and paid gated parking for $7.50 (disabled), $14 (senior), and $15 (general) in the adjacent lot several hundreds yards south. The earlier you arrive, the better the parking options will be on that same day. 

********PLEASE HEED THIS ADVICE ON PARKING TO SAVE STRESS******** 

AFTER 12PM IT IS SUGGESTED THAT YOU SUMMON A RIDESHARE LIKE UBER OR LYFT FROM THE HUNTINGTON HARBOR MALL AREA AT ALGONQUIN/DAVENPORT........Highly recommended option for parking as the ride each way is about $5 and you can be dropped at the end of Warner.....you’ll only walk down the beach a few hundred yards to the party. 2017 guests remarked that this option was best overall eliminating sitting in gridlock traffic on PCH as they would rather spend their time partying than parking. THIS ALSO MAKES ATTENDING JUST AN HOUR OR TWO POSSIBLE...no full day commitment after investing 2 hours to park!!! lol 

ALL ALCOHOL must be hidden from view, and people must drink at their own risk on the beach. Please do not bring or use any Red Solo type plastic cups. Alcoholic beverages are illegal on all California State Beach Property as has been the case for a few decades. It is a ticketable offense, and the HB Beach Patrol did check in recent years. There are restaurants, bars, and hotels within a short walking distance of the party location which may be alternative options.

Please do not drink and drive, regardless!!! Each guest is responsible for their own actions if they decide to attend this free public event.

*** Please let us know if you are bringing a motorhome or RV so that we may try to line them up adjacent to the Beach Party site. The length limit for a motorhome or RV is 40 feet. Parking fees for motorhomes and RVs may vary between $22.50 and $30 (disable, senior, or general parking fees).

All former Marina High Alumni, family, and friends are invited. Once you receive this invitation, you may then forward to other Marina friends and family. We also welcome current and former Marina High staff.

Many people will choose to bring food rather than purchase from nearby establishments. We encourage this since it’s a long day & good to have snacks at minimum. There are no public BBQ grills though you may bring your own. Please be aware Beach rules now say PROPANE grills “18 or more off the sand ONLY. 

THE PARTY WILL BE POTLUCK FOR SIDE AND MAIN DISHES AND DESSERTS. This has become an annual tradition and while you’re not obligated to participate it has always been a fun highlight of the party. 

Please bring a dish to share.....use your creativity or just stop at Costco or your local grocery deli...THE PARTY WILL PROVIDE PLATES, NAPKINS AND UTENSILS. Bring plastic serve-ware for your dish....label ANY dish-ware you’d like returned though we aren’t responsible for it and suggest using dollar store bowls & serving trays you don’t mind leaving behind. 

SUGGESTIONS ARE: Finger foods & appetizers of all types. Slaws or potato & macaroni salads, pasta salads, green salads, fruit salads, pizza, cold fried or BBQ chicken, sandwiches, guacamole or salsa & chips, fruit and veggies, chips & dips, pretzels & snack mixes, nuts & dried fruits, crackers & cheese, cookies, donuts, pastries, cake, pie, brownies, and other treats.

WE HIGHLY SUGGEST BRINGING SHADE. Bringing a tent or pop up and sharing shade is a great way to make friends. We also suggest that guests consider bringing chairs, portable stereos, towels, natural sunblock, hats, and fun things for the kids. Please remember to bring WARM clothes and blankets if you plan to stay for our evening activities & possible bonfire since it may get cold when the sun goes down.

*** Linked below is more information from the "Surf City USA" (aka "Huntington Beach") website in regard to beach parking, RV camping, hotels and motels, summer activities, and other information:
http://www.surfcityusa.com/