Take a trip on Metrolink! Here are some fun events and destinations that are sure to inspire travel ideas.
California's First-Ever Outdoor NHL Game
The Ducks (who are first in the league) will play the Kings in Los Angeles on Saturday, Jan. 25 at an outdoor NHL game! The band KISS will also be performing. Take the train for a safe and easy ride to Los Angeles Union Station. Learn more.
Scholastic Surf Series
Middle school and high school students from across southern California are coming to the Oceanside Pier on January 25-26 for a surf competition. The Oceanside train station is a short walk away from the pier, which is one of the longest in Southern California at nearly 2,000 feet. The area has a fun self-guided walking tour, antique shops and bike rentals. Learn more.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at OCTA's free event on Feb. 1 in Irvine at 8 a.m. There will be a lion dance, free refreshments and a limited number of FREE Metrolink tickets. Later that day, the Golden Dragon Parade and Festival will take place in Downtown Los Angeles. Take the train and skip the traffic and parking hassles. Learn more.
Steamer's Jazz Club
The Golden Eagle Dixieland Jazz Band performs at Steamer's Jazz Club in Downtown Fullerton from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. every Sunday. Ride the train to Fullerton and walk to this popular restaurant, which offers a diverse menu with pizza, salads, sandwiches and more. The downtown area also features plenty of unique shops, and is home to OCTA's BikeShare program. Learn more.
Mission San Juan Capistrano
There will be live mariachi music at the Mission on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 10:00 a.m. On Saturdays, other activities include panning for gold, adobe brick making, guided tours and koi fish feeding. The train station is a short walk away, and you can even get a discount at the Mission when you show your Metrolink ticket. While in the historic downtown area, take some time to explore the shops, visit the petting zoo and grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants. Learn more.
Visit the Interactive Fun Guide for more ideas about the fun places that Metrolink can take you.
Thursday, January 23, 2014