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Cannon Battles

SET SAIL FOR HIGH SEA ADVENTURES! Cannon Battles Friday, Saturday and Sunday Night 4:00pm – 8:00pm (4:00pm – 4:30pm load ships) Join in the celebration of all things maritime. Step aboard a historic tall ship and set sail off the coast of Dana Point. While on board learn about maritime history and experience the thrill […]

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Mermaid Breakfast

DINE WITH MERMAIDS! Join us for breakfast where you will dine with mermaids. After you will experience a dazzling swim show and story time with mermaids from Sheros Entertainment. An experience you and your family will not want to miss! Festival General Admission included with your ticket. Adult(s) must accompany child. Ticket purchase is required. Pricing: Adult: […]

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Mermaid Swim Show

BE DAZZLED! Mermaid Swim Show Saturday and Sunday 11:00pm, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 3:00pm Join our friends from Sheroes Entertainment as they dazzle with an amazing mermaid swim show. Join the show and get your own mermaid craft. An experience you and your family will not want to miss! Festival General Admission included with your ticket. Adult(s) must accompany child. Ticket […]

Sails ‘N Ales: Craft Beer Kick-off Party

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA

Grab a cold one at our Sails 'N Ales: Craft Beer Kick-off Party!Friday, September 8th | 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm  Craft Beer, Music, and Tall Ships!Join the Ocean Institute in kicking off the Maritime Festival with our Sails N’ Ales event! Enjoy craft beer tasting from different local breweries as well as live music by […]

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Mermaid Breakfast

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA

Join us for breakfast and dine with mermaids while being treated with a brunch board provided by Maison Café. Experience includes a dazzling mermaid swim show, story time, and photo opportunity. This is an experience you and your family will not want to miss! Festival Adventure Pass included in your ticket. Adult(s) must accompany child and ticket […]

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Festival Adventure Pass

FESTIVAL ADVENTURE PASS Weekend Pass! Sept 9 - 10 | Saturday and Sunday | 10:00am – 4:00pmOcean Institute's Annual Maritime Festival! Ticket includes access to the festival on Saturday and Sunday! Join us for fun interactive hands-on activities that will spark curiosity in Marine Science and Maritime History!The festival adventure pass gets you access to three […]

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Festival Adventure Pass

FESTIVAL ADVENTURE PASS Weekend Pass! Sept 9 - 10 | Saturday and Sunday | 10:00am – 4:00pmOcean Institute's Annual Maritime Festival! Ticket includes access to the festival on Saturday and Sunday! Join us for fun interactive hands-on activities that will spark curiosity in Marine Science and Maritime History!The festival adventure pass gets you access to three […]

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Cap’n Jack’s Pirate School

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA

"School" is back in session: Cap'n Jack's Pirate School for Lil' Scallywags! Join our local favorite Cap'n Will, as he trains you on what it means to be a pirate. Do you have what it takes to become a master of maritime or will you walk the plank? Festival Adventure Pass included in ticket purchase. Adult(s) must accompany […]

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Mermaid Swim Show

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA

Join us for a dazzling and interactive Mermaid Swim Show. Perfect for kids of all ages who want to embark on an adventure and learn how to be ocean stewards! Ticket includes mermaid swim show, photo opportunity, and Festival Adventure Pass. An experience you and your family will not want to miss! Adult(s) must accompany […]

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Mermaid Tea by the Sea

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA

You are cordially invited to join us for an afternoon Mermaid Tea By the Sea! Finger sandwich, scones, and variety of teas provided by Los Rios Tea House. Experience includes dazzling mermaid swim show, story time and photo opportunity. This is an experience you and your family will not want to miss! Festival Adventure Pass included […]

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Cap’n Jack’s Pirate School

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA

"School" is back in session: Cap'n Jack's Pirate School for Lil' Scallywags! Join our local favorite Cap'n Will, as he trains you on what it means to be a pirate. Do you have what it takes to become a master of maritime or will you walk the plank? Festival Adventure Pass included in ticket purchase. Adult(s) must accompany […]