Thank you to new and returning members who joined the Mission Preservation Society in December! Their support ensures the preservation of our beautiful landmark for future generations. To become a member, visit buff.ly/L9QCZXL Photo credit: @alyssapettey_photography

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23 📸 Photo credit: Tiffany Longeway Photography

Welcome to February! As we continue to celebrate the Mission’s 250th anniversary year, mark your calendars and join us for all that the Mission has to offer! SPECIAL HOLIDAY HOURS: In observance of Presidents’ Day, the Mission will be open from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Spring is peeking around the corner! Join us for: 🌸 St. Joseph's Day & the Return of the Swallows, March 19 🌸 Henry Chapman Ford Exhibit, March 14 - June 7 🌸 Earth Day, April 22 🌸 Student Art Exhibit, April 23 - May 25 Plan your visit today! buff.ly/wAkmo4X

Summer at Mission San Juan Capistrano is almost here! Season table renewals for Music Under the Stars are live. Tickets are limited and will sell out, so grab yours early! For more information on Music Under the Stars, please visit our website: buff.ly/HXUkw3S

On Wednesday, the City honored Tony Moiso on its Wall of Recognition. As CEO of Rancho Mission Viejo and Founding Board Chair of the Mission Preservation Foundation, Tony has championed stewardship and community-building in Orange County for decades. Congratulations, Tony! 🎉

Look to the skies on March 19! In honor of St. Joseph's Day & Return of the Swallows, we will host a WWII fighter pilot flyover, paying tribute to history and service during our 250th anniversary year. Plan your visit today! buff.ly/31y7EOZ

The celebration has begun in downtown San Juan Capistrano! Celebratory street pole banners have begun being installed on Del Obispo, Camino Capistrano and throughout the downtown. The new banners mark the kick-off to a yearlong series of activities > buff.ly/oXfGkqZ

#ThisDayInHistory Silent Film actresses Mary Pickford and Mabel Normand visited the Mission on February 10, 1924. Both stars and producers of the silent film era, the pair would be two of many famous guests across California and Hollywood to visit Mission San Juan Capistrano ⭐️

New Season Tables for Music Under the Stars are live. Tickets are limited and will sell out, so grab yours early! Please note, your table will be the same for all 3 concerts. For more information on Music Under the Stars, please visit our website: buff.ly/HXUkw3S

Visit the Lincoln Document now on display through March 2! In 1865, President Abraham Lincoln signed a patent of title returning the Mission to the Catholic Church, helping secure its long-term preservation. Visit us Presidents' Day weekend and experience history up close!

Happy Valentine's Day! ❤️ Thanks to our 250th anniversary year sponsor, Costco Wholesale SJC #429, we're giving away 1,000 FREE cupcakes from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Join us and share your selfie celebrating 250 years of Mission San Juan Capistrano. History never tasted so sweet! 🧁

#ThisDayinHistory On February 14, 2000, Pope John Paul II designated the modern church at Mission San Juan Capistrano as a minor basilica — the sixth in California and 46th in the nation.

“The humblest tasks get beautified if loving hands do them.” -- Louisa May Alcott, "Little Women" 🌹

Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧 For all who celebrate, we wish you a joyful season of renewal, good fortune, and time spent with loved ones.

Today we observe Ash Wednesday. This sacred time invites reflection, intention, and spiritual renewal — a reminder to pause and approach the weeks ahead with thoughtfulness and care. Visitors may receive ashes in Serra Chapel today at 12:00 p.m. Photo credit: luxmundi.media

Individual tables for Music Under the Stars are now live! Tables are extremely popular and will sell out. Buy your tickets now to be a part of this special concert series during the 250th anniversary: buff.ly/VeGWHSh

With the Mission celebrating 250 years, we would like to thank our many wonderful 2026 events and programs sponsors. Sponsorships for 2026 are still available! Please reach out to Events Director, Stephanie Montes de Oca at (949) 234-1315 or email [email protected].

As we begin Lent, the Mission is honored to share a special gift with visitors. Now through Easter Sunday, the first 45 guests will receive a symbolic orange butterfly engraved with the message "Peace Be With You." Plan your visit today: buff.ly/e3cau0C

“Each of us is given only so many mornings to do it — to look around and love.” – Mary Oliver, award-winning American poet (1935-2019) 📸 Photo credit: @vivilovesphotography