Latest Past Events

Kayak Tours

Explore the ocean from the water! Join the Ocean Institute for a 2-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point harbor. Learn about the history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem from one of our expert Naturalists. All experience levels are welcome. Must be at least 7 years old to participate. Guests under 16 […]

General Admission

Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point

Ocean Institute staff and volunteers stand ready to guide visitors through a wide range of experiences. From squid dissections , sounds of the sea, to a horn shark touch tank, intertidal touch tank, and artifact exploration.Ticket must be purchased for all individuals (adults and children). Pricing Adults: $15.00 Seniors: $10.00 Kids: $7.50  Members receive free […]

Merry Fishmas: Mermaid and Elf Show

Times: 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm Length: 30-minutes Join us for a musical sing-along show with a Mermaid from Sheroes Entertainment! Don’t miss out on this FINtastic experience.  Do you know how Santa delivers presents under the sea? Mermaid Cascade doesn’t either, but she wants to find out! Help her learn more as she explains what she does […]