Join Us for an Unforgettable Night

Saturday, August 29, 6:30 - 9:30 PM

Celebrate 70 years of protecting, preserving, and caring for Cabrillo National Monument at Cabrillo Under the Stars, Cabrillo National Monument Foundation’s signature annual fundraising event.

Guests will sip and savor tastings from local favorites, dance to live music by That Beatles Cover Band, and connect with fellow-park lovers and park personnel.

Celebrate Cabrillo National Monument set against the backdrop of panoramic ocean views and the illuminated city skyline, and learn how your support helps Cabrillo National Monument Foundation protect the park’s habitats, history, and visitor experiences.

This is a 21+ year old only event.

TICKETS

General Admission

Early Bird Pricing until July 1:

$125 per person

General Admission after July 1:

$170 per person

Premium Seating

$500 per person

Includes exclusive seating and goodies inside the historic Visitor Center.

*If you purchase two Premium Seats, you quality as a Park Luminary for one-year.

THE DETAILS

  • Saturday, August 29, 2026

    6:30 p.m. Gates Open, Food + Drinks Flow, Grooviness Begins

    7:00 p.m. Remarks

    8:45 p.m. Last Call

    9:00 p.m. Closing Time

  • Cabrillo National Monument

    Visitor Center

    1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive

    San Diego, CA 92106

  • Dress to impress in your 60s, 70s, or Beatles Best! Come as your favorite Beatles band member, lean into the 60s with a tailored suit, or take the 70s approach with bell bottoms and tie-dye. All interpretations are welcome!

    FYI - Dressing on-theme is NOT required.

    Cabrillo National Monument can get chilly at night. Wear layers and bring a jacket.

    Comfortable shoes recommended (for all that groovin).

  • Cabrillo Under the Stars expects 300 guests and 15 local food and beverage artists, providing complimentary food, beer, wine, and mocktail tastings.

    For Cabrillo Under the Stars sponsorship opportunities or event questions, contact Peggy Junker, at peggy@cnmf.org.

  • Tickets can be purchased at https://www.cnmf.org/cabrillo-under-the-stars.

    Sponsorships opportunities can be arranged with peggy@cnmf.org.

  • Proceeds from the event support the protection, preservation, education, and enhancement of the park’s natural, cultural, and historic resources.

    For the last 70 years, as the park's primary philanthropic partner, we proudly invest in these programs because they are essential to sustaining the park for future generations, protecting its biodiversity, supporting our health and well-being, sharing important stories from our past, and creating meaningful experiences with friends and family.

    We appreciate your support by attending this groovy, fun-filled event. If you are unable to attend, we hope you will make a contribution towards this worthwhile cause. Thank you.

Lead Sponsor

Thank you to our Lead Sponsor for supporting and believing in our mission.

That Beatles Cover Band

That Beatles Cover Band is a local San Diego band of six talented, professional musicians, performing Beatles’ timeless classics we all know and love. Get ready to dance and sing along to some of your favorite hits while supporting San Diego’s only National Park!

Entertainment Sponsor

Thank you to our Entertainment Sponsor for supporting and enhancing the visitor experience

Food + Drink Sponsors

Community Sponsors

Purchase a SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE to show your support of the CNMF mission.
Packages start at $1,500.

Contact Peggy@cnmf.org to secure your sponsorship today.

Our Mission

Our mission is to inspire people to support programs that preserve the rich cultural and natural treasures and enhance the visitor experience at Cabrillo National Monument. Together, we strive to create lifelong connections to the park through education, advocacy, and community engagement.