October 8–11 · Vista Hermosa Sport Park
Carnival
Colossal
Rides, games, beer garden, live music, great food and the whole town in one place — and every dollar goes back into our parks, beaches and rec programs.
Thurs
5–10 PM
Fri
5–11 PM
Sat
2–10 PM
Sun
2–10 PM
Early bird passes on sale
SEP 5 · 7:00 AM
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$30 for 10 ride passes — one pass, one ride. Credit or debit only.
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Text and email at 7:00 AM, September 5.
Who we are
A trusted bridge between community generosity and visible local impact.
The Friends Foundation exists for one clear purpose: to support and enrich San Clemente's beaches, parks, recreation facilities, youth programs, and community events.
More about us$1M+
Donated back to the City for local projects and programs
501(c)(3)
Community-funded nonprofit serving San Clemente
2024
San Clemente Chamber Nonprofit of the Year
Local projects
When you look around San Clemente, you can see the results of community giving in playgrounds, recreation amenities, public art, and safety improvements.
See every projectSan Gorgonio Playground
Critical safety resurfacing for a play area local families use daily.
Steed Park Pump Track
Orange County's first bike and skate pump track.
Courtney's Sand Castle
A universally accessible playground where kids of all abilities play together.
The Rescue Monument
A Pier Bowl landmark honoring San Clemente lifeguards.
Did you know?
Friends recently helped equip local lifeguards with a surveillance drone, and purchased a professional concert sound system for City-hosted events.
The Calendar
All eventsUpcoming
Oct 8–11
Carnival Colossal
Vista Hermosa Sport Park · 987 Avenida Vista Hermosa
Tickets Sep 5
Sat, Oct 24
5K MONSTER DASH
5th Annual · Downtown San Clemente
5K · 8 AM
Tue, Oct 27
Red Ribbon Walk & Rally
Linda Lane Park to the pier
Walk · 4 PM
Sat, Dec 5
Santa's Village by the Sea
4:30–9 PM · San Clemente Community Center
Tree lighting 5 PM
Recaps
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Friends of San Clemente
Beaches, Parks & Recreation Foundation
501(c)(3) · EIN 33-0952861
P.O. Box 73014, San Clemente, CA 92673
501(c)(3) · EIN 33-0952861
P.O. Box 73014, San Clemente, CA 92673
© 2026 Friends of San Clemente Beaches, Parks & Recreation Foundation.
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