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Sharks After Dark at Ocean Institute
Sharks After Dark at Ocean Institute
SHARKS AFTER DARK Join us for special admission hours every Tuesday evening at the Ocean Institute. June – August 6 PM – 9 PM Take a deep dive and explore our local sharks and their surrounding environments at Sharks After Dark! Discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity. […]
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Harbor Dog Stroll at Dana Point Harbor
Harbor Dog Stroll at Dana Point Harbor
Hosted by The Doggie Barkery every 1st Sunday of the Month. 8:30A Meet at The Doggie Barkery – 34495 Golden Lantern. Walk will be approximately an hour, from 9A – 10A. Complimentary Coffee + Dog Treats Included!
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Distinguished Speaker: Hope in the Water
Distinguished Speaker: Hope in the Water
The Ocean Institute’s Distinguished Speaker Series, presented by the Nicholas Endowment, brings interesting innovations, real-world research, exotic experiences, and delightful discoveries to the surface through powerful presentations from an ocean of experts. Speakers present on a variety of topics that align with our monthly themes. A screening of an episode from the new PBS series […]
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Bioluminescence Night Cruise (Sept 5 to 7)
Bioluminescence Night Cruise (Sept 5 to 7)
Bioluminescence Night Cruise (2 hours) Cruises are selling out! Get your tickets today! Bioluminescence Night Cruises are only offered during the summer months. There’s a luminous underwater world just waiting to shine! Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon.* Come aboard the R/V Sea […]
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Mermaid Grotto: Meet and Greet (Sat and Sun)
Mermaid Grotto: Meet and Greet (Sat and Sun)
Join The Ocean Institute at the Mermaid Grotto for an exclusive meet and greet with a mermaid! Guests will have the chance to ask questions, meet a mermaid up close, and capture a unique photo with these mythical beauties, creating lasting memories of your magical encounter. Plus, every ticket includes a Festival Adventure Pass for […]
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Sail on Spirit of Dana Point @ Ocean Institute
Sail on Spirit of Dana Point @ Ocean Institute
Set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tallship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tallship. Must be 4 years or older to sail. […]