Balboa Pavilion

The historic Balboa Pavilion is one of California's last surviving examples of the great waterfront recreational pavilions from the turn of the century.

Newport Beach’s most famous landmark, the historic Balboa Pavilion, is one of California's last surviving examples of the great waterfront recreational pavilions from the turn of the century. Established 100 years ago in 1906 by the Newport Bay Investment Company, the Pavilion played a prominent role in the development of Newport Beach as a seaside recreation area. In 1906, it became the southern

terminus for the Pacific Electric Railway connecting the beach with downtown Los Angeles. The Pavilion has since then housed approximately twenty-eight types of activities. Notable examples include a post office, art museum, bowling alley, gambling establishment, speed boat rides and a host of other marine recreational activities.

01/05/2016

Throughout it's history, the Pavilion has gone through a variety of different looks. The 1950's was no exception, when the Pavilion showcased a color scheme vastly different than it's modern day look.

01/04/2016

In 1968, the Pavilion was named a California State Historic Landmark. The Pavilion is also listed in the National Register of Historic Places, which is the highest honor a historic building can receive.

The Balboa Pavilion is state historical landmark #959 and national historic landmark #84000914.

01/03/2016

In 1942, the owners of the Pavilion leased the upstairs of the building to a gentleman who built and operated a ten lane bowling alley. Pinsetters hand set the pins, and were paid ten cents per game. The same man also operated an archery range and had five pool tables.

01/01/2016

In 1963, 1500 lights were added to the exterior of the Pavilion. Still to this day, the Pavilion continues to light up the night. These lights, along with the Cupula on top of the building, incidentally serve as a navigation beacon for night boat travelers.

12/31/2015

We're celebrating a new page with a bit of a Throwback Thursday! The Balboa Pavilion was founded in 1906, and is one of California's last surviving examples of the great waterfront recreational pavilions from the turn of the century.

Address

400 Main Street
Newport Beach, CA
92661

Telephone

(949) 675-1905

Website

http://www.balboapavilion.com/

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