Let the Good Times Roll
Explore Dana Point's diverse event calendar, where coastal charm meets cultural vibrancy. From lively festivals and artisan markets to maritime celebrations and culinary showings, there's always something exciting happening in this picturesque Southern California town. Join locals and visitors alike in enjoying the unique blend of entertainment, community gatherings, and outdoor activities that make Dana Point a destination worth discovering year-round.
You're invited to attend Ocean Institute's annual Founders Day celebrating their founder, Stan Cummings. Ocean Institute is excited to open up its doors and welcome anyone and everyone to a day of live music, food, drinks, ocean education, animal encounters, and an opportunity to learn and sign up for all of their future events and […]
Ocean Institute is thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary evening of enchantment and discover at Bioluminescence Night during Sharks After Dark. This captivating event will take place Tuesday, August 6 or Thursday, August 8, offering guests a unique opportunity to experience the magical world of oceanic bioluminescence right on land! Dive into a world […]
Join Oriana Poindexter at The Ocean Institute for an interactive cyanotype workshop. Learn this early alternative photographic process and use organic materials to create your own cyanotype prints using photo chemistry techniques first developed in the 1840s. The resulting prints are records of the state of the ocean and your creative process on that particular […]
Join Ocean Institute in celebrating Mother's Day aboard the R/V Sea Explorer! Embark on an ocean adventure and pamper Mom with a delightful morning surrounded by marine wonders. Indulge in complimentary muffins onboard, specially baked to honor the extraordinary mothers in our lives. Refresh yourself with a variety of drinks available for purchase while enjoying […]
Mermade Market is a 3-day festival that feels like a pop-up shop, meets craft fair, meets farmers market, meets family reunion! It is a hand curated marketplace with a mission to bring incredible finds from amazing creators to customers. Shop unique gifts May 3-5, 2024 at the Ocean Institute. Friday: 10am-6pm Saturday: 10am-6pm Sunday: 10am-8pm […]
What would happen if everyone picked up at least one piece of trash? Join Stand Up To Trash for a day of fun on the water, beach and surrounding areas to cleanup our natural world. 8:00-9:00am Yoga in the grass at Baby Beach 9:00-10:30am Beach Cleanup 10:30 Free Lunch & Learn at Ocean Institute 11:00am Lunch […]
The Ocean Institute is thrilled to announce the return of the United States Coast Guard Narwhal ship for an exciting day of free tours on April 13. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore the vessel, meets its officers and crew, and participate in a range of maritime activities. From 10am-3pm, guests can embark […]
Embark on an unforgettable evening at the Ocean Institute's circus-themed gala on Saturday, March 23 from 6:00-11:00pm. Come be a part of a memorable evening where entertainment meets philanthropy, all in the name of experience. Get ready to be enchanted, indulge in culinary delights, and dance the night away at this circus celebration! For more […]
Mermade Market is a 4-day festival that feels like a pop-up shop, meets craft fair, meets farmers market, meets family reunion! It is a hand curated marketplace with a mission to bring incredible finds from amazing creators to our customers. Shop unique gifts November 8 - 11, 2023 at the Ocean Institute. November 8: 10am-6pm […]
The Ocean Institute is excited to announce its upcoming Spooky Seas event, a captivating adventure designed to ignite curiosity and celebrate the magic of the oceans. With a diverse array of spine-tingling activities and enriching experiences, Spooky Seas promises a day of thrills and education for all ages. We believe in making learning an inspirational […]
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