Warm afternoons and bright evenings bring people to Marina del Rey for summer fun. From salt marsh tours and children’s stories to a June fishing derby and a concert series kicking off in July, a variety of events appeal to locals and visitors alike.

Each Wednesday, impressive sailboats take part in the California Yacht Club’s Sunset Sailing Series. For a front-row seat to all the action, reserve a spot on Hornblower’s popular Summer Sights & Sips Cruise. Or, stroll through the Marina del Rey Farmers’ Market’ Market, which sets up in the Marina Beach parking lot on Thursdays – and then stick around for the Tasty Thursdays food truck roundup that follows at 5 p.m.

The Marina del Rey Convention & Visitors Bureau has additional details on local events, attractions and more.