Ocean Institute's
Annual Maritime Festival
On behalf of Ocean Institute, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks for the incredible support of the 2026 Maritime Festival!
This year, we welcomed more than 13,000 people throughout the weekend. From cannon battles and tall ships to live music and festivities along the wharf, community contribution helped make it possible for thousands of guests to enjoy everything the festival had to offer. We received so much positive feedback throughout the weekend, and we’re incredibly grateful.
Until next time!
~ Ocean Institute - Maritime Festival - Planning Committee ~
BIG THANK YOU TO OUR
2026 SPONSORS!
Thank you to all our Vendors, Food Trucks, and Educational Partners!
LOOKING FORWARD TO 2026!
Become a Sponsor! Send an email to Kdavidson@oceaninstitute.org
for General Festival questions email Guestservices@oceaninstitute.org
ABOUT OCEAN INSTITUTE:
The Ocean Institute, founded in 1977, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100,000 children, teachers, parents, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science, Maritime History, and Outdoor Education programs.
The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center, a historic tall ship, and an oceanographic research vessel. Immersion-based field trips range from one-hour science labs to multi-day programs at sea. All programs are designed to maximize immersion, spark curiosity, and inspire a deep commitment to learning.
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