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Mayday Maypole Dance & Celebration at the Pelican Inn (Muir Beach)

Friday, May 1, 2026 - 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend - food, drink, vendors, additional

Pelican Inn | 10 Pacific Way, Muir Beach, CA 94965

Event Details

Celebrate Mayday at the Pelican Inn! Maypole dancing, Pipe & Bowl Morris, food & drink, artisans & live music—stay for the full moon.

After years of quiet, the Maypole returns to the Pelican Inn—reviving a time-honored May Day tradition in true English country style.

Join us on the lawn as ribbons fly and laughter carries through the air. Dance around the Maypole, enjoy performances by the lively Pipe & Bowl Morris dancers, and take in the sights and sounds of a classic seasonal gathering. Wander among local artisans, savor traditional food and drink specials, and settle in as the evening unfolds with live music.

Whether you come to dance, to watch, or simply to soak in the atmosphere, this is a chance to step into something timeless—an old-world celebration brought to life at the Inn.

And if you linger into the evening, you just might catch the full moon rising over the hills.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free to attend - food, drink, vendors, additional
Categories: Community, Eating & Drinking, Fairs & Festivals, Fun & Games, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music
Venue: Pelican Inn
Address: 10 Pacific Way, Muir Beach, CA 94965

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