BORN ON THE BAY
What began as a simple gathering on Mission Bay grew into
something more— a way to connect, unwind,
& celebrate the kind of moments that stick with you.
We believe that good nights
don’t need much.
A few chairs. A crackling fire. Maybe some music, a blanket,
& the kind of laughter that only happens when you’re fully present.
We’re not just setting up bonfires—we’re setting the tone. Whether it’s a date night, a birthday, or a wedding welcome party, we approach every gathering with care, creativity, and a laid-back San Diego sensibility.
No stress. No fuss.
Just cozy coastal vibes and a team that genuinely loves what we do, in a place that we love. There’s something special about Mission Bay. It’s quieter than the ocean, softer somehow. The way the palm trees move. The way the sky turns pink.
This is where we gather. Where we live. Where we light the fire & let the good times unfold.
We’re fired up to bring your vision to life—whether it’s a spontaneous sunset hang or an event to remember.
Before You Book FAQs
Booking
Reserve your bonfire experience on our reservations page. Once you book, we'll follow up with a confirmation email detailing your chosen date, time, location and instructions upon arrival. After meeting at the designated arrival location, our fire attendants will escort you to your bonfire and remain on-site throughout your experience, accommodating all of your needs. Set-up and clean-up is handled by our team. All bonfires conclude by 10 pm per San Diego regulations.
Package Information
Our nightly packages are designed to accommodate small to mid-size groups. Each person in the group will get a beach chair, s'mores, and bottled water.
If your party size is over our nightly package capacity (14 people), we can still do it! For large bonfires and special events, please contact us.
Food & Beverage
Our s'mores kit contains Honeymaid graham crackers, Hershey's milk chocolate, and Jet-Puffed s'moremallows. One kit will make about four s'mores. We start each group off with enough kits to serve two s'mores per person, but always have extras on hand! Roasting skewers, hand wipes, and bottled water is also included.
Additional food and beverages are available for take-out from Dockside 1953 or Oceana Coastal Kitchen, before or during your reservation, and may be enjoyed around your fire.
Reservation Changes
We are happy to make any changes 24 hours prior to your reservation. Package add-ons and additional time may be reserved through the link in your confirmation email or by phone. While we will do our best to accomodate any changes on the day of, we cannot guarantee availability.
Weather
We are lucky to have consistently clear, starry nights, and rarely experience rain. However, on the rare occasion that weather may interfere with your Bayside Bonfires reservation, we are happy to reschedule to our first available date. In the case that we cannot reschedule your bonfire, we are happy to refund you.
Fire Safety
Our goal is to give you the best experience possible while keeping safety a number one priority. Fire can be dangerous if not handled properly. We start, maintain, and extinguish your fire, and are fully equipped to accommodate all of your needs during your experience. By confirming your Bayside Bonfire experience, you are agreeing to our fire safety guidelines stated on the reservation form.
Cancellation Policy
Reservations cancelled less than 24 hours prior to the reservation time or no-shows will forfeit their payment. By confirming your reservation, you confirm that you have read and agreed to these conditions.