10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Tall Ship Festival. In celebration of California’s rich maritime history, the Ocean Institute annually hosts a fleet of historic tall ships that sail into Dana Point Harbor. This extraordinary event takes place each year the second weekend in September. History comes alive as crews from each ship, along with historical re-enactors, engage the public in cannon battles, pirate adventures, mermaid encounters, ship tours, and much more.

Volunteers needed! If you are interested in volunteering, please contact nancy196333@gmail.com.