Join us to learn more about the key components that form the foundation of our city and become recognized as a Distinguished Citizen of Newport Beach.

Spring 2026 Program

Total of 5 Evenings from 5:30-8:00pm

Wednesdays in the month of May & Wed, June 3rd

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants MUST live or work in Newport Beach, CA.

• Applicants must commit to attending the program for 5 weeks in a row. Classes will take place on Wednesdays from 5:30-8:00 pm.

• Each accepted participant will be charged a $150 admission fee for the Distinguished Citizen Program. This fee will cover the weekly dinners provided and the rented space in which the Program meetings will be held in.

Applications for the Spring class are currently closed. Check back soon for the fall application!