Location: Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa Theres a whale-watching excursion for everyone. Kids Fishing Clinic and Trip (Dana Wharf Docks)Noon - 3 p.m.
Whale of a Pizza Party (Baby Beach)Noon - 3 p.m.
12-1:30 pm: Ava Moaddeli For more information on the parade, or parade entry information, email [emailprotected], Location: Island Way and along Dana Point Harbor Drive Sample a variety of tasty chowders
Diamond Dig (Baby Beach)
cruise to view the whales and dolphins that make the coastal waters of Dana
1:30-2 pm: Temi Krovblit Families and friends of all ages are welcome. The mission of The Wyland Foundation is to give both children and adults alike the tools they need to become more creative through art. Pre-registration at www.standuptotrash.com is encouraged. Park free for up to 4 hours in some Harbor lots. Harbor Music Series 12 Noon - 3 p.m.Presented by the Dana Point Harbor Association in the Dana
Chart House (Photo by Mindy Schauer, Orange County Register/SCNG)
Dana Point Festival of Whales Use Dana Wharfs promo code Fow23 to save $10 off all tickets excluding special 8am or 4:30pm trips. Festival of Whales Movie Screening: 'Humpback Whales' a MacGillivray Freeman
Students become part of the story as interstellar voyagers tasked with exploring, understanding, and helping to solve problems associated with Earths fragile marine ecosystems. For more information see www.austin-healey.org or contact Mike Scroggie of the Austin Healey Assoc. Add to calendar Google Calendar iCalendar Outlook 365 Outlook Live Details Date: March 5, 2022 . The event will include food truck cuisine and beverages for purchase, a screening of the Humpback Whales movie, Ocean Institutes free interactive educational activities and displays, and live music. Location on the Map: 14. 12-3 pm: Anthony Small with Matt Samia, Locations: Dana Wharf Courtyard, Mariners Village Clock Tower in front of El Torito, and along the Harbor Walkway in front of Coffee Importers LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER.
Dana Point Festival of Whales A FREE e-bike corral will be available for the public at the locations below courtesy of Doheny Bike.
Dana Point Gray whales can be seen migrating past Dana Point from November through early May. Its a good workout for those looking for a little adventure and some spectacular views!
Dana Point festival 12-1:30 pm: Avery Brostrom
Dana Point Festival of Whales Celebrating the motorcars of Great Britain and having a whale of a good time doing it! WebSunday, March 5 @ 10am 6:30pm Free parking is available at Dana Hills High School (33333 Golden Lantern). Harpoon Henry's restaurant. Wyland Art Lessons in the Wild (Ocean Adventure Catamaran, Dana Wharf Dock)10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Ocean Institute is excited to celebrate festival of whales with distiguished speakers, hands-on Art in the Park (Island Way and Dana Point Harbor Drive)10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Reservations Required book your Saturday, March 4 trip now! The cleanup is from 9 am 12 pm. Dana Point offers the BEST whale watching along the California Coast dont miss it! participate in pop-up experiments in our Headlands and Beyond exhibit.For more information or reservations, please go to www.ocean-institute.org or call (949) 496-2274.Ocean Institute Parking information: The Ocean Institute offers free parking for
Festival of Whales The Park includes a publictrail system, over three miles in length, and links all the parks and open space areas of the Headlands. Marine Mammal Lecture Series (Harpoon Henry's) 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. March 5, 9:30 10:30 AM, Harpoon Henrys Learn what inspired Wyland to create some of the best-known marine wildlife paintings and sculptures of our era. our guests. Beach)Noon - 3 p.m.
We encourage the BYOB philosophy (bring your own bucket or reusable bag, reusable gloves, water bottle or coffee cup) to help reduce any additional waste, but collection supplies will be available at check in. Location on the Map: 15. Nestled along the Southern California coast lies a lovely stretch of shoreline where year-round temperatures hover around 70 degrees and a soft sea breeze wafts in daily from the glistening Pacific Ocean. 492-3035. Celebrate the migration of the grey whale with a two day event and join the 51st Anniversary celebration of the Dana Point Festival of Whales!
Festival of Whales Dana Hills High School Young Artists Show and Sale (Island Way and Dana Point
Ocean Institute staff and volunteers stand ready to guide visitors through a wide range of experiences. Celebrate the migration of the grey whale with a two day event and join the 52nd Anniversary celebration of the Dana Point Festival of Whales! Venue Dana Point Harbor 34675 Golden Lantern A day after two beachgoers reported a sea lion acting aggressively, the waters off two popular beaches in Dana Point are back open for recreation. Southern California Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society Boat Show. The Dana Point Historical Society will provide free
All building and design supplies are provided for Dinghy Dash teams. Following the lecture, join us for a whale-watching trip aboard the OCean Adventures catamaran departing at 11:00 AM (trip admission not included in lecture fee). Marine muralist Wyland continues the Landmark Whale and Dolphin Adventure Art Lessons in the Wild, facilitating the most creative experience on the water! Lantern
Admission to this event is FREE but ticket purchases will be required for most
Weather and conditions dependent. And yes, there will be on-the-water whale watching available from Dana Wharf and Captain Daves! This year the Wyland Foundation will debut new content to our onboard theater in a new format that gives students a panoramic 270-degree view of our world in a group setting, using the walls of the theater as additional screens. All proceeds are donated to the Dana Point Aquatic Foundation for educational boating scholarships benefiting at-risk youth and adaptive boating programs. Ocean Institute is excited to celebrate festival of whales with distiguished speakers, hands-on See the best of the best examples of iconic Woodie wagons, the classic vehicle of early Southern California surf culture. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Cardboard Classic Dinghy Dash & Expo
Location: Art in the Park at Island Way & Dana Point Harbor Dr. On March 3, the Ocean Institute will host the Welcoming of the Whales Kickoff Ceremony and Reception for free from 4:45- 9 p.m. Festival highlights include an opening day parade, street fair, arts-and-craft shows and sales, classic car exhibits, paddling and sailing opportunities, boating extravaganza, sand sculpting, concerts on land and water, environmental activities, educational opportunities, interpretive crafts, kids activities, fun food, and of course, whale watching excursions on a variety of vessels or whale watching from Dana Point Headlands Conservation Park. On March 3, the Ocean Institute will host the Welcoming of the Whales Kickoff Ceremony and Reception for free from 4:45- 9 p.m. Festival highlights include an opening day parade, street fair, arts-and-craft shows Landlubbers will also find countless activities to fill their sunny days in Dana Point. After the clinic Dana Wharf will be running a fishing trip from 12:45 PM-5:15 PM, adults are $61 plus license and equipment, and children 12 and under are $10 with the purchase of a full-priced adult ticket. 10 AM 1 PM Take a sailing ride and learn how to steer and sail a Capri 14!
Dana Point festival Cool Runnin Camaros is dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment of the Chevrolet Camaro, stock or modified. The purpose of this club is to establish fellowship among members, to provide information and technical assistance, and to share an interest in the Chevrolet Camaro. Free parking is available at Dana Hills High School (33333 Golden Lantern). A day after two beachgoers reported a sea lion acting aggressively, the waters off two popular beaches in Dana Point are back open for recreation. There will be a trolley stop near the high school. Capt. Beach. WebThe Annual Dana Point Festival of Whales celebrates the migration of the California Gray Whale over the two weekends in March. Contact Westwind Sailing for details: (949) 492-3035. The Dana Point Fine Arts
Ocean Institute members
Create your own work of art aboard one of our Dana Wharf vessels that will be judged by Wyland himself, with multiple winners and a grand prize winner!
at-risk youth and adaptive boating programs. Then, embark on theR/V Sea Explorer to test your new knowledge as we search for whales, dolphins, and sea lions. 9 a.m. - Noon
On March 5 at 10 a.m. the Festival of Whales Parade will start on the island across the bridge and will march into the village of Dana Point Harbor. The Festival is held in March, but whale watching excursions begin the end of December, and are offered through the first of April. -. Proceeds benefitFish for Lifeto fund fishing trips for special needs children! There will be a trolley stop near the high school. The parks and trails can be reached either off of Green Lantern or at Dana Strand Rd., limited parking is available along these streets or at the Nature Interpretive Center parking lot. art students will displaying a variety of artwork on the Harbor walkway just
Do it your way on the Southern California coast. DANA POINT The return of the annual 2023 Festival of Whales will parade Dana Point from March 4-5 for the 52 nd annual event. whales, the sea and all that Dana Point has to offer -- it's the Festival of
Sea Star and above members: use coupon code speaker+member number (ex: speaker100101011). For visitors that want to enjoy leisurely travel on the train, the San Juan Capistrano Amtrak Depot is located just minutes from Dana Point. the two weekend celebration of the California Grey Whale migration. WebJoin us March 3-5 for the 52nd Annual Festival of Whales in beautiful Dana Point Harbor! There is a free 15-minute green curb parking adjacent to VC or visitors can obtain a 2-hour minimum vehicle parking pass for $6. At the Dana Point Festival of Whales, its about getting up close and personal with the marine wildlife that dots our horizon each spring. Marine Mammal Lecture Series (Harpoon Henry's) 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The event will include food trucks, free non-alcoholic beverages, and the Ocean Institutes free interactive educational activities and displays. Visitors can fly into John Wayne/Orange County Airport, Los Angeles International Airport or San Diego Airport. Street Fair (La Plaza Park)10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cant make it for the live walking tour? We ask that all our sponsors and exhibitors keep this ocean location top-of-mind and refrain from using balloons, stickers, temporary tattoos, flyers or other materials that might find their way to the receiving waters of the Pacific Ocean. the hour - weather and conditions dependent. Whale of a Clam Chowder Cook-Off Baby Beach grassy area. Association, a nonprofit organization hosts an art show and sale from 10 a.m.- 5
Click here to Learn more about schedule of events, Click here to Learn more about whale watching, Click here to Learn more about 2023 sponsors, Click here to Learn more about sponsorship opportunities, Click here to Learn more about getting here, Click here to Learn more about about dana point, Click here to Learn more about clean and green, Click here to Friday, March 3 & Saturday, March 4, Welcoming of the Whales Kickoff Ceremony and Reception (FREE Admission) - Ocean Institute - March 3 @ 4:45-8:00 PM, Welcoming of the Whales Kickoff Ceremony and Reception (FREE Admission) - Ocean Institute -, Cardboard Classic & Dinghy Dash - Baby Beach- March 4 @ 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM, Cardboard Classic & Dinghy Dash - Baby Beach-, Wyland Art Lessons in the Wild - On the Water with Dana Wharf- March 4 @ 9:00-9:45 AM, Wyland Art Lessons in the Wild - On the Water with Dana Wharf-, Marine Mammal Lecture Series - Alisa Schulman-Janiger - Harpoon Henry's Restaurant- March 4 @ 9:30 - 10:30 AM, Marine Mammal Lecture Series - Alisa Schulman-Janiger - Harpoon Henry's Restaurant-, Dana Point Fine Arts Association Show & Sale - Harbor Walkway- March 4 @ 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Dana Point Fine Arts Association Show & Sale - Harbor Walkway-, Magical Migration Parade - Island Way/DP Harbor Dr.- March 4 @ 10:00 AM, Magical Migration Parade - Island Way/DP Harbor Dr.-, Ocean Institute Activities - Ocean Institute - March 4 @ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Ocean Institute Activities - Ocean Institute -, Whales, Tails & Ales (Street Fair) - Golden Lantern/DP Harbor Dr. - March 4 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Whales, Tails & Ales (Street Fair) - Golden Lantern/DP Harbor Dr. -, Wyland Clean Water Exhibit Learning Experience - Golden Lantern/DP Harbor Dr. - March 4 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Wyland Clean Water Exhibit Learning Experience - Golden Lantern/DP Harbor Dr. -, Antique & Classic Boat Society Show - Harpoon Henry's Parking Lot- March 4 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Antique & Classic Boat Society Show - Harpoon Henry's Parking Lot-, Visitor Center Open House Tour & Whale Exhibits - Doheny State Beach Visitor Center- March 4 @ 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Visitor Center Open House Tour & Whale Exhibits - Doheny State Beach Visitor Center-, Art in the Park - Island Way & Dana Point Harbor Dr. March 4 @ 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Check in at the front of the Ocean Institute to sign up and get supplies (bags, buckets and grabbers). Each child participant also receives a FREE gift from Wyland! Location on the Map: 11, 12.
Festival of Whales For more information, email [emailprotected]. Add to calendar Details Date: March 5 Venue Dana Point Harbor 34675 Golden Lantern Dana Point, CA 92629 + Google Map Masks are optional. Presented indoors by the City of Dana Point
WebThe Festival of Whales, Dana Points most famous annual event, is a celebration of the annual migration of the magnificent California Gray Whale.
Festival of Whales Drone and Go Pro Demo (Dana Wharf Whale Watching)8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
old with a valid driver's license. Location on the Map: 8, Saturday, March 4th at Baby Beach in the Dana Point Harbor, 11:00AM to 3:00PM / Cost: $10 to taste ALL Chowders, Guests will receive 2 voting tickets: 1 to cast your vote for the Peoples Choice Award, 1 for the Best Booth Decoration, Beachfire Bar & Grill Sailing & Stand-up Paddling Clinic (Westwind Sailing, OC Sailing & Event Center)10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Take pictures with a real live mermaid, Jessica Vaughn. For
Celebrate the migration of the grey whale with a two day event and join the 52nd Anniversary celebration of the Dana Point Festival of Whales! WebThe Annual Dana Point Festival of Whales celebrates the migration of the California Gray Whale over the two weekends in March. at Island Way and Dana Point Harbor Drive for easy access to the Harbor walkway
The Woodies will be on display along the Harbor walkway, west of the Island Way bridge. Kirsten is from the Pacific Marine Mammal Center. See antique and classic boats on display, including vintage mahogany and fiberglass models. http://www.dpfestivalofwhales.com/. Migrate over to our courtyard to see gray whale artifacts, images, and just how large these gentle giants are! Location: Dana Wharf Contact Westwind Sailing for details: (949)
DANA POINT The return of the annual 2023 Festival of Whales will parade Dana Point from March 4-5 for the 52 nd annual event. The system includes pedestrian trails, coastal and beach access, scenic overlooks and the Nature Interpretive Center. 8 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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Henry's on Golden Lantern. On March 3, the Ocean Institute will host the Welcoming of the Whales Kickoff Ceremony and Reception for free from 4:45- 9 p.m. Festival highlights include an opening day parade, street fair, arts-and-craft shows Your email address will not be published. On March 5 at 10 a.m. the Festival of Whales Parade will start on the island across the bridge and will march into the village of Dana Point Harbor. For more information, visit the Dana Point Festival of Whales website here! Celebrate the migration of the grey whale with a 5K or 1 mile exploration of your own, at this year's inaugural Virtual Splash Dash - part of the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Dana Point Festival of Whales! film
The whales are often are seen within just a mile or two of the shoreline, where they are believed to use Dana Points headlands as a landmark on their journey, making Dana Point one of the best places on the US west coast to view the migration. The Festival of Whales, Dana Points most famous annual event, is a celebration of the annual migration of the magnificent California Gray Whale.
The Dana Point Festival of Whales is an ocean-friendly event with many of our booths, displays and exhibits being very close to waters edge. Join our crew for an experience you will never forget. Festival of Whales 52nd Annual merchandise will be available for sale at a booth near Dana Wharf Whale Watching and at the Whales, Tails & Ales Street Fair on March 4th, starting at 10 AM. Art in the Park (Island Way and Dana Point Harbor Drive)10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
person per team may race in any given race. Dont forget to post on social media with the hashtags #DPRecWhaleTailSighting and #FestivalOfWhales, Please do not remove any of the whale tails!For more information, email [emailprotected], Captain Daves Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari will be premiering virtual experiences for guests to enjoy on Capt. Interact is a Rotary Club for teens in high schools across the world who have the same values of Service Above Self and are connected with a Rotary Club. FREE shuttle service available
Dana Point Festival of Whales Location: Meet at PCH & Blue Lantern The tour meets at the corner of PCH and Blue Lantern, at 2 PM, in front of the historic building now home to Coastal Kitchen restaurant and takes about 1 1/2 hours. Tour covers approximately one mile on mostly flat surface streets. Reservations are suggested by emailing [emailprotected] or by leaving a message at 949-248-8121. Indicate which day (Saturday, March 4 or Sunday, March 5) and the number in your party. A small donation to the Society is suggested. Masks and social distancing are suggested. During this busy festival weekend, there is a FREE trolley service
Whale of a Concert on the Water (Baby Beach)Noon - 5 p.m.
Location on the Map: 3 & 13. There's no limit to how you can participate - Run, Walk, Bike, Kayak, SUP, etc. Stop by and say hello, and check out ACBS.SoCal on Facebook or Instagram to see what the club is all about. The Dana Point Festival of Whales began 50 years ago as an annual seaside event in honor of the gray whales and other marine life species with ocean-theme events and activities with an emphasis on education and environmental responsibility. Members receive free admission:use code WEEKEND plus member number for member discount (Example: Weekend1010010). Prizes
Free Movie
purchase. Visit Dana Pointt hidden gem the Doheny State Beach Visitors Center (adjacent to the entry/ticket booth to the park) between 10 AM and 4 PM, March 5for an open house tour and Q&A session focused on the centers whale collection displays. Add to calendar Details Date: March 5 Venue Dana Point Harbor 34675 Golden Lantern Dana Point, CA 92629 + Google Map March 4, 5
Daves YouTube Channel, #1 Virtual Experience: Guest: Doug Perrine Award Winning Photographer and Researcher Humpback Whale Bubble Nets as Tools, #2 Virtual Experience: Guest: Rick Erkeneff of Surfrider Foundation A New Generation of Eco Heroes Making a Difference Locally, #3 Virtual Experience: Guest: Tom Mustill Photographer, Researcher, and Author of How to Speak Whale, #4 Virtual Experience: Four Local Heroes Making a Difference and How You Can, Too! Your 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer, Ocean Institutes 65 research vessel, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating Blue whales, large schools of playful Dolphin, the impressive sunfish known as Mola, and more. WebDana Point Festival of Whales is an event featuring dozens of activities, boat rides, tours, car shows, parade, art show, concerts and more. Prizes will be raffled off at the end of the clinic. Location on the Map: 3. See page for details. WebThe Dana Point Festival of Whales is an ocean-friendly event with many of our booths, displays and exhibits being very close to waters edge. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
An extra bonus is a chance of spotting whales, dolphins and other marine life! Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street. The Festival is held in March, but whale watching excursions begin the end of December, Select a date below to jump to that days event schedule: Please note,road closureswill be in effect Saturday, March 4 from 9am-Noon for the parade.View Road Closure Notice. March 4, 9:30 10:30 AM, Harpoon Henrys
Festival of Whales Be sure to make your reservation in advance! remotely operated vehicle, and touch tanks in which guests touch live sea stars
WebAt the Dana Point Festival of Whales, its about getting up close and personal with the marine wildlife that dots our horizon each spring. Some lots require parking fees. Dana Point is home to miles of jogging and bicycling trails, cool paths for strolling and enjoying the spectacular view, and outdoor, open spaces for families to enjoy. Dave's Presents 'Entangled Whales: What Can We Do?'
Dana Point Festival of Whales Learn more about our options below, and reserve your whale-watching trip online today!
Dana Point Festival of Whales (OC Sailing & Event
Reservations are recommended. We welcome new members to join in the fun at car shows and parades and all kinds of events.
Dana Point Whale's Tale Tallship Sailing AdventureMarch 4, 5
Harbor Music Series (Dana Wharf, Mariners Village)2 p.m. The incredible 5000-mile migration of the majestic California Gray Whale from Alaska to Mexico begins in December and continues through March. the Park near Island Way. Free Movie Screening: 'Finding Dory' (Dana Point Community Center), 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Come back and see us on March 1st 3rd, 2024 in the dolphin & whale watching capital of the world (R) for the 53rd annual Dana Point Festival of Whales!
Festival of Whales We also ask all of our guests to keep these practices in mind as they spend a glorious day or weekend taking in the beauty of this special location. In addition, Ocean Institutes professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Captain Dave's Under Sea Eco Carnival (Capt. Enjoy a casual stroll in the stimulating salt air and sunshine, while taking in the sights, sounds and smells that abound. WebMARCH 6 & 7, 2021. Harbor Music Series (Dana Wharf, Mariners Village) 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Community Services and Parks Department. DANA POINT The return of the annual 2023 Festival of Whales will parade Dana Point from March 4-5 for the 52 nd annual event. WebThe Annual Dana Point Festival of Whales celebrates the migration of the California Gray Whale over the two weekends in March. You will pilot an ROV in our simulation based video game to see the different parts of a whale fall and learn about their important role. works, utilizing unique mediums on the grassy areas at the corner of Island Way
Join Nona the Naturalist inside the belly of a whale for story time and learn some fun facts about our cetaceans. The exhibit includes a 40-person onboard theater, an exhibit room with a running river, computer modeling simulations, interactive touch exhibits, and actual rain falling over an urban landscape. Festival of Whales 52nd Anniversary merchandise will be available for sale at a booth near Dana Wharf Whale Watching and at Baby Beach on March 5, starting at 10 AM. Pricing: Adults:$45; Seniors 55 and up: $35; Active Duty Military: $35;
All parking lots are monitored by Orange County Sheriffs Department so please do check your watch when you park and keep an eye on the time.
Festival of Whales Visit us at hotrodsunlimited.com and we hope to see you down the road.
Festival of Whales Lifejackets provided. Mobile Marine Mammal Museum (Doheny State Beach Visitor Center)Noon - 3 p.m.
Kids' Fun Fair (East Marina Parking Lot)10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Your 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer, Ocean Institutes 65 research vessel, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating Blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. and eat, to see how changes to the marine environment affects them, and to learn
WebThe Dana Point Festival of Whales is an ocean-friendly event with many of our booths, displays and exhibits being very close to waters edge. We are pleased to provide the areas only whale watching program that allows you to be a scientist for the day! Dana Wharf Sportfishing invites all children to come to their dockside fishing clinic from 12 PM-12:30 PM and learn hands-on techniques on fishing from the experts. do not need to be present to win. Proceeds will benefit the Pacific Marine Mammal Center. Dana Point offers the BEST whale watching along the California Coast dont miss it!
Dana Point Festival of Whales Headlands 'singing their song' the Festival of Whales festivities will include a
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