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R/V Sea Explorer Parade of Lights Cruise

R/V SEA EXPLORER PARADE OF LIGHTS CRUISE Want to experience it from the water? Book a ticket on the R/V Sea Explorer for a festive holiday cruise around the beautiful Dana Point Harbor during the annual Parade of Lights! Desserts are included in the ticket. Beer and wine for purchase Pricing: Adults: $65 Children (19 months - 13 y.o): […]

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Holiday Parade of Lights Viewing Party

HOLIDAY PARADE OF LIGHTS VIEWING PARTY Friday, December 13th and Saturday, December 14  6:30 pm - 10:00 pmEnjoy the holidays with the Ocean Institute at our Annual Holiday Parade of Lights Viewing Party for the Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights. This year’s Boat Parade of Lights theme is “Carnival”. Guests are invited to […]

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Parade of Lights Premier Viewing

PREMIER VIEWING LOCATION Dana Point Parade of Lights Viewing Party Friday, December 13th 6:30pm – 10:00pm   Skip the crowd with this premier viewing location of the 49th annual Dana Point Parade of Lights! Small-scale experience with upscale viewing from our beautiful Maddie James Seaside Learning Center Historical Wharf that sits over the water. You […]