All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
July 2021
Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute
WEEKENDS: Join the crew of the Research Vessel Sea Explorer for a Whale Watching experience. See whales, dolphins, sea lions, and more as your explore the Pacific Ocean.
Tallship ‘Spirit of Dana Point’ Sail with Ocean Institute
SATURDAY THROUGH AUGUST: Set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tallship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines, and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tallship.
August 2021
Bioluminescence Night Cruise at Ocean Institute
AUGUST 6: Come aboard the R/V Sea Explorer and join the Ocean Institute at night off the coast of Dana Point to explore the nocturnal world of marine birds, sea lions, and bioluminescent plankton.
September 2021
Ocean Institute Annual Maritime Festival
SEPTEMBER 9-12: Three-day event includes cannon battles, Mermaid Breakfast, ship tours, live music, food trucks, educational demonstrations Mermaid Stories and Swim Shows, vendor booths and lots more.