Mission SJC

Exciting things are happening for Mission San Juan Capistrano’s 250th Birthday! We will celebrate our milestone birthday on November 1. Join us all year long for new exhibits, special lectures, bell ringings and more! Download the 2026 event calendar buff.ly/NqOkwjj

BOOK NOW. SAVE BIG. MAKE MEMORIES! Why wait until Black Friday to score BIG savings? Book your student field trip by Friday, November 20, and receive an exclusive bonus for your students! Visit our Facebook for details: buff.ly/WsWUCO4

To all veterans, past and present, to those living and no longer with us, we thank you for your service, sacrifice, and patriotism. The Mission is open today with hours of 9-5 p.m. All veterans and active-duty military receive FREE admission today in honor of their service.

Meet Michael Gastelum, Mission San Juan Capistrano’s official bell ringer 🔔 This year Michael marks 45 years as an official Mission bell ringer. Thank you, Michael, for your decades of care and stewardship of Mission history and tradition.

“Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons.” — Jim Bishop (1907-1987), American journalist and author

Now booking holiday card photoshoots! 📸 With its historic Spanish-style architecture, beautiful gardens, and timeless charm, the Mission is a wonderful setting for your annual Christmas or New Year card. Book your holiday photo session today: buff.ly/zh9JNI1

Introducing the San Juan Capistrano Resident Membership 🏡 One household. Up to four people. A full year of exploring together. For just $65. LIMITED TIME ONLY! Visit our Facebook page for full details. Become a Resident Member today: buff.ly/KOKnOoK

Capistrano Lights Tickets On Sale! UP TO 50% OFF for Members! Join us this December for all the family fun favorites including the nightly tree lighting, visits with Santa, musical performances and much more! BUY TICKETS NOW FOR GREATEST SAVINGS >> buff.ly/FqkIaJO

Spread holiday cheer at Capistrano Lights ✨ Help make the Mission shine by sponsoring a Community Christmas Tree or Wreath! Visit our Facebook page for full details. Interested in sponsoring? Contact Stephanie Montes de Oca at [email protected] or (949) 234-1316

Attention Mission Members! A little extra holiday sparkle is coming to the Mission Store 🎁 Join us for a Holiday Trunk Show featuring Rizen Jewelry. 📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026 🕑 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 📍 Mission Store Full details on our Facebook page.

Who's checking out the new lighting in Serra Chapel? 🐿️ Our cameras caught these curious visitors sneaking a peek at the new lighting fixtures. Looks like they missed the Blessing of Animals on the Feast Day of St. Francis last month. Fortunately, we safely moved them along.

This month, we're looking at the Mission's original sacramental registers. 📅 Nov. 3 – Dec. 6 📍Treasures Exhibit #DidYouKnow Sacramental registers document the baptisms, First Communions, confirmations, marriages, and funerals celebrated here. Learn more on our Facebook.

As seen in today's The Orange County Register: Landmark Mission Celebrates 250 Years #ICYMI Mission San Juan Capistrano, which celebrates its 250th birthday soon, is a little bit older and a lot wiser. Read the full coverage here: buff.ly/44Rbvyn

Happy 250th Birthday, Mission San Juan Capistrano! 🎉 Founded on November 1, 1776, our beloved Mission celebrates 250 years of history, heritage, faith, and community. HOURS: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Visit our Facebook for full event details.

Dsicover what's new at the Mission this fall! 📣 Visit our Facebook for details. SPECIAL HOURS: Nov. 11: In honor of Veterans Day, the Mission is open 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Nov. 26: In observance of Thanksgiving, the Mission is CLOSED. Nov. 27: The Mission is open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Something extraordinary is taking shape after dark at the Mission ✨ This December, “The Story of the Mission: In Sound and Light” will bring the Ruins of the Great Stone Church to life through one-of-a-kind animations, music, and storytelling. Visit our Facebook for details.

There's still time to visit our Día de los Muertos ofrenda this weekend! 🧡 Throughout October, our community has filled the altar with names, notes, and memories of loved ones. 📅 On display through November 1 📍 Resurgam walkway Plan your visit today: buff.ly/W8BeXj2

Capistrano Lights: Mission In Lights returns on select nights December 18-30, with festive family activities and a brand-new nighttime installation🌲 Visit our Facebook page for full details. Plan your visit and get your tickets at missionsjc.com

Field trip season is back in full force at Mission San Juan Capistrano! 🍎✏️ Planning a field trip? Adopt-A-Class scholarships are available for the 2026-2027 school year. Availability is limited and restrictions may apply, so we encourage you to reserve your spot today.

#ICYMI Mission San Juan Capistrano is featured in the 2026-2027 San Juan Capistrano Visitor Guide: A Mission of Momentum Read the full issue: buff.ly/RS7ndAo

We’re excited to share that the lighting improvements in Serra Chapel are now complete! Projects like this make a meaningful difference in how we experience and appreciate this historic and sacred landmark. Make a gift towards preservation today: buff.ly/BHwArS1