Join the Ocean Institute for a sunset welcoming ceremony followed by a reception with food truck cuisine, interactive educational activities and a movie screening. 54th Annual Celebration!
March 7, 8 & 9, 2025

The Festival of Whales Foundation and Ocean Institute invite you to a sunset welcoming of the whales ceremony by members of the local Acjachemen Nation along with a Dana Point Surf Club paddle out at the Marine Protected Area behind Ocean Institute.

Following the beach ceremony, a reception will be held inside the Ocean Institute. Event festivities include food truck cuisine and drink for purchase, music, the Ocean Institute’s free interactive educational activities and displays, and a movie screening. Festival of Whales merchandise will be available for purchase.

This is a free event. Families and friends of all ages are welcome.