BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ocean Institute - ECPv5.15.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ocean Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://oceaninstitute.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ocean Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075204 CREATED:20250918T165811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T165811Z UID:59211-1765033200-1765040400@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Tidepool Hike DESCRIPTION:Explore the world between the tides!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Ocean Institute for a tidepool hike led by one of our expert naturalists.\nThe hike will take us into the rocky Marine Protected Area located directly behind the Ocean Institute. Families can explore the area and search for snails\, crabs\, sea stars\, and other animals that make the tidepools their home. The winter months are the best time to explore these magical marine ecosystems!\nWhat to Expect: \nHike Difficulty Rating: Moderate\, 1 – 1.5 mile round trip. \nPlease be prepared for rocky\, uneven\, and slick terrain for the entire hike. \nDress: Closed-toed\, Closed-heeled sturdy shoes are required. We recommend sunscreen\, light layers\, and water. \n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing: \n$18 a person\n*This hike is not recommended for children younger than four years old \n \n Tickets URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/tidepool-hike-2025/2025-12-06/ CATEGORIES:Tidepool Hikes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T110000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20250124T193917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T043110Z UID:52679-1765098000-1765105200@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Community Beach Cleanup - Stand Up to Trash DESCRIPTION:Community Beach Cleanup\nin partnership with \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for a day of fun on the water\, beach and surrounding areas to cleanup our natural world.  \nNew theme every month with a guest speaker on the Maddie James Seaside Learning Center Historical Wharf \n9:00am-10:30am Beach Cleanup \n10:30am Free Lunch & Learn at Ocean Institute \n \n RVSP URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/community-beach-cleanup-stand-up-to-trash-2/2025-12-07/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T123000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20241106T193516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T220554Z UID:59555-1765099800-1765110600@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Whale and Marine Life Tour DESCRIPTION:Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2 and a 1/2 hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean lnstitute’s 65′ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue and grey whales; large schools of playful dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as mola-mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nOcean lnstitute’s professional naturalists will brief you with information on our local species before boarding\, and they will be on hand during the cruise to provide insight on all the marine life you encounter. Possible hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for plankton. \nOur cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it. \n \n \n \n \n \n Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\n\n\nAdults and Children: $40 \nInfants/Toddlers (0-18 months): $10\n \nYour Whale and Marine Life Ticket includes access to the Ocean Institute for General Admission. \n \n Book Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n F.A.Q.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Can I bring food and drinks onboard?\n You are welcome to bring snacks\, water\, or soft drinks on the boat. Large cooler containers are not allowed.  Alcoholic beverages are not allowed to be brought on the boat. \n \n \n \n \n \n What should I wear?\n We recommend dressing in layers and wearing closed-toe shoes.  We also recommend bringing a hat and sunglasses if desired and wearing sunscreen.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Where should I park?\n Parking is free in the Ocean Institute\, Baby Beach\, and Cove Road parking lots. Please allow yourself extra time to navigate any potential traffic and to secure parking. We cannot guarantee parking availability. Refunds will not be offered if you are unable to find parking.  \n \n \n \n \n \n When should I arrive?\n Please arrive early to leave ample time for parking and check-in. Your ticket does include general admission to the Ocean Institute’s exhibits\, so make sure to stop by after your cruise to see them for yourself! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/whale-and-marine-life-tours-2025-12-06/2025-12-07/ CATEGORIES:R/V Sea Explorer,Whale and Marine Life Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20250701T175611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T193327Z UID:56115-1765101600-1765119600@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:General Admission\n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission invites the public to engage with our immersive\, hands-on exhibits and rotating themes!\n \n \n \n \n \n Our rotating themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\n \n \n \n \n \n Explore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch and an intertidal touch tank.\n \n \n \n \n \n Bring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point and a visit to our Maritime Village.\n \n \n \n \n \n \nPricing:\nAdult: $16\nChild (19 months – 13 y.o): $12\nSenior (55+) or Military: $14\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): Free!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout:\n\nSquid Dissection: $5Sea Star Feeding: $10\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets must be purchased for all individuals. Ocean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! Not a member? Click here to join today!\n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-6/2025-12-07/ CATEGORIES:Admission END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T133000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20240604T174608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233659Z UID:50646-1765103400-1765114200@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Squid Dissections DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissections\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Squid Dissections\n \n \n \n \n \n Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long. \nEvery dissector requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Each dissector will receive their own squid to dissect. Note: Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a dissector. \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-12-07/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T123500 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20250813T210336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T070252Z UID:57166-1765108800-1765110900@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget! \nEvery feeder requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a feeder. \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feeding/2025-12-07/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251207T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20250717T203509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T123334Z UID:55695-1765116000-1765119600@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes Aquarium Tour DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, and the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person and include general admission to Ocean Institute! \n  \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2/2025-12-07/ CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20250918T165811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T165811Z UID:59212-1765119600-1765126800@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Tidepool Hike DESCRIPTION:Explore the world between the tides!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Ocean Institute for a tidepool hike led by one of our expert naturalists.\nThe hike will take us into the rocky Marine Protected Area located directly behind the Ocean Institute. Families can explore the area and search for snails\, crabs\, sea stars\, and other animals that make the tidepools their home. The winter months are the best time to explore these magical marine ecosystems!\nWhat to Expect: \nHike Difficulty Rating: Moderate\, 1 – 1.5 mile round trip. \nPlease be prepared for rocky\, uneven\, and slick terrain for the entire hike. \nDress: Closed-toed\, Closed-heeled sturdy shoes are required. We recommend sunscreen\, light layers\, and water. \n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing: \n$18 a person\n*This hike is not recommended for children younger than four years old \n \n Tickets URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/tidepool-hike-2025/2025-12-07/ CATEGORIES:Tidepool Hikes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T113000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251021T215624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T215636Z UID:58906-1765359000-1765366200@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Day Whale and Marine Life Tour DESCRIPTION:Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions.  \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton. \n Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it. \n \n \n \n \n \n Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\n\n\nAdults and Children: $40 \nInfants/Toddlers (0-18 months): $10\n \nYour Whale and Marine Life Ticket includes access to the Ocean Institute for General Admission. \n \n Book Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/homeschool-day-whale-and-marine-life-tour/ CATEGORIES:Homeschool Day,R/V Sea Explorer,Whale and Marine Life Tour END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T143000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251030T215323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T221728Z UID:59052-1765360800-1765377000@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Long Boat Rowing DESCRIPTION:Add-on experience for Homeschool Day! \nClimb aboard one of our wooden long boats\, and learn the art of rowing! Must be eight or older to participate. An adult must accompany children 15 and under.  \nRowing will occur at 10:00 am\, 11:00 am\, 1:00 pm\, and 2:00 pm. The rowing experience will be 30 minutes long. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/long-boat-rowing/ CATEGORIES:Homeschool Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251021T215320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T220652Z UID:58902-1765360800-1765378800@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Ocean Institute is excited to offer Homeschool Day! This special weekday event is designed for homeschool families looking for an amazing field trip!\nThis event resembles our weekend general admission hours\, with even more educational activities! Activities include:\n  \n\nEstuary Exploration: Visit our brand-new exhibit and learn all about estuaries and the amazing plants and animals that live there!\nStorytime: Join us for educational story time with some of your favorite ocean stories!\n\n\nDiscovery Pool: Say hello to our sea stars\, urchins\, and snails in our Discovery Pool touch tank!\nShark Touch Tank: Say hello to our horn sharks\, round rays\, and guitarfish in our Shark Touch tank!\nSailor’s Life Tours: Step aboard our historic tall ship\, the Spirit of Dana Point\, and learn about the life of a sailor in the 1800s!\nMaritime Village: Check out our amazing artifacts and hands-on activities!\nSchooling Fish Feeding: Watch as a member of our husbandry staff feeds our schooling fish and learn about these amazing animals!\nSnake Talk: Meet one of our live snakes and learn about their habits!\nAnd much more!\n\n \n \nWe also offer the following activities for an additional fee:\n\nWhale and Marine Life Tour\nSquid Dissections\nGold Panning\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options\n \n \n \n \n \n Kids: $12\nAdults: $11\nFamily Four Pack: $45\nDissection Add-on: $5\nWhale-Watching Add-On: $35*\n*Includes admission to Homeschool Day\n \n Tickets URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/homeschool-day-7/ CATEGORIES:Homeschool Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T140000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251021T220116Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T234328Z UID:58909-1765362600-1765375200@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Day Squid Dissections DESCRIPTION:Add-on experience for Homeschool Day! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long. \nEvery dissector requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Each dissector will receive their own squid to dissect. Note: Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a dissector. \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, 12:30pm\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n \n SOLD OUT\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/homeschool-day-squid-dissections/ CATEGORIES:Homeschool Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251212T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251212T203000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251002T163144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212600Z UID:58033-1765562400-1765571400@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:R/V Sea Explorer Parade of Lights Cruise DESCRIPTION:R/V SEA EXPLORER PARADE OF LIGHTS CRUISE\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the parade with Ocean Institute!\nClimb aboard the R/V Sea Explorer for a festive holiday cruise around the beautiful Dana Point Harbor during the 50th annual Parade of Lights! Dessert and hot cocoa are included in the ticket. Beer and wine available for purchase. Also includes access to the viewing party.\nPricing:\nAdults and Children: $65\nToddler (0-18 months): $10\nCheck out our other parade offerings here!\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/r-v-sea-explorer-parade-of-lights-cruise-4/2025-12-12/ CATEGORIES:Parade of Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251212T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251212T213000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251002T204233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212730Z UID:58052-1765562400-1765575000@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Parade of Lights Viewing Party DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the holidays with the Ocean Institute at our Boat Parade of Lights Viewing Party for the 50th annual Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights. This year’s Boat Parade of Lights theme is “Carol of the Boats”. \nGuests are invited to view the parade from our one-of-a-kind setting that only the Ocean Institute can provide! \nJoin us for: \n\nBeer\, wine\, beverages\, and food for purchase.\nHot Cocoa and Coffee Bar\nCookie Decorating\nLive Entertainment\nTouch Tanks\nHoliday Activities\nPhotobooth and more!\n\n  \nPricing: \nAdult – $20.00 \nSenior/Military (55+\, Veteran\, Active Military) – $18.50 \nChild (19 months – 13 years) – $17.00 \nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months) – Free! \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/parade-of-lights-viewing-party/2025-12-12/ CATEGORIES:Parade of Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251212T213000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251002T231141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212848Z UID:58058-1765562400-1765575000@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Parade of Lights Premier Viewing DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSkip the crowd with this premier viewing location of the 50th annual Dana Point Parade of Lights!\nSmall-scale experience with upscale viewing from our beautiful Maddie James Seaside Learning Center Historical Wharf that sits over the water. You will also have access to view the parade from the 1700s replica schooner Spirit of Dana Point. Access to main party included in ticket purchase. Food and alcohol available for purchase. \nPricing: $45 per person \n\n\n\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/parade-of-lights-premier-viewing-2/2025-12-12/ CATEGORIES:Parade of Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T203000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251002T163144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T213358Z UID:58036-1765648800-1765657800@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:R/V Sea Explorer Parade of Lights Cruise DESCRIPTION:R/V SEA EXPLORER PARADE OF LIGHTS CRUISE\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the parade with Ocean Institute!\nClimb aboard the R/V Sea Explorer for a festive holiday cruise around the beautiful Dana Point Harbor during the 50th annual Parade of Lights! Dessert and hot cocoa are included in the ticket. Beer and wine available for purchase. Also includes access to the viewing party.\nPricing:\nAdults and Children: $65\nToddler (0-18 months): $10\nCheck out our other parade offerings here!\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/r-v-sea-explorer-parade-of-lights-cruise-4/2025-12-13/ CATEGORIES:Parade of Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251213T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251213T213000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251002T204233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212731Z UID:59070-1765648800-1765661400@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Parade of Lights Viewing Party DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the holidays with the Ocean Institute at our Boat Parade of Lights Viewing Party for the 50th annual Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights. This year’s Boat Parade of Lights theme is “Carol of the Boats”. \nGuests are invited to view the parade from our one-of-a-kind setting that only the Ocean Institute can provide! \nJoin us for: \n\nBeer\, wine\, beverages\, and food for purchase.\nHot Cocoa and Coffee Bar\nCookie Decorating\nLive Entertainment\nTouch Tanks\nHoliday Activities\nPhotobooth and more!\n\n  \nPricing: \nAdult – $20.00 \nSenior/Military (55+\, Veteran\, Active Military) – $18.50 \nChild (19 months – 13 years) – $17.00 \nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months) – Free! \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/parade-of-lights-viewing-party/2025-12-13/ CATEGORIES:Parade of Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251213T213000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075205 CREATED:20251002T231141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T212849Z UID:59069-1765648800-1765661400@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Parade of Lights Premier Viewing DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSkip the crowd with this premier viewing location of the 50th annual Dana Point Parade of Lights!\nSmall-scale experience with upscale viewing from our beautiful Maddie James Seaside Learning Center Historical Wharf that sits over the water. You will also have access to view the parade from the 1700s replica schooner Spirit of Dana Point. Access to main party included in ticket purchase. Food and alcohol available for purchase. \nPricing: $45 per person \n\n\n\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/parade-of-lights-premier-viewing-2/2025-12-13/ CATEGORIES:Parade of Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250630T194635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T194635Z UID:59198-1765670400-1765756799@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Closed DESCRIPTION:We are closed today. Please navigate back to our calendar for upcoming events. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Calendar URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/closed-2/2025-12-14/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T203000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20251002T163144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T220059Z UID:58037-1765735200-1765744200@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:R/V Sea Explorer Parade of Lights Cruise DESCRIPTION:R/V SEA EXPLORER PARADE OF LIGHTS CRUISE\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the parade with Ocean Institute!\nClimb aboard the R/V Sea Explorer for a festive holiday cruise around the beautiful Dana Point Harbor during the 50th annual Parade of Lights! Dessert and hot cocoa are included in the ticket. Beer and wine available for purchase. Also includes access to the viewing party.\nPricing:\nAdults and Children: $65\nToddler (0-18 months): $10\nCheck out our other parade offerings here!\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/r-v-sea-explorer-parade-of-lights-cruise-4/2025-12-14/ CATEGORIES:Parade of Lights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250701T175611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T200349Z UID:56119-1766138400-1766156400@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:General Admission\n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission invites the public to engage with our immersive\, hands-on exhibits and rotating themes!\n \n \n \n \n \n Our rotating themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\n \n \n \n \n \n Explore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch and an intertidal touch tank.\n \n \n \n \n \n Bring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point and a visit to our Maritime Village.\n \n \n \n \n \n \nPricing:\nAdult: $16\nChild (19 months – 13 y.o): $12\nSenior (55+) or Military: $14\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): Free!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout:\n\nSquid Dissection: $5Sea Star Feeding: $10\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets must be purchased for all individuals. Ocean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! Not a member? Click here to join today!\n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-6/2025-12-19/ CATEGORIES:Admission END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T133000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20240604T174608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T174608Z UID:57869-1766140200-1766151000@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Squid Dissections DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissections\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Squid Dissections\n \n \n \n \n \n Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long. \nEvery dissector requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Each dissector will receive their own squid to dissect. Note: Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a dissector. \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out.\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-12-19/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251219T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251219T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250717T203509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T203509Z UID:57870-1766152800-1766156400@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes Aquarium Tour DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, and the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person and include general admission to Ocean Institute! \n  \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2/2025-12-19/ CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251219T163000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250918T165811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T023309Z UID:57559-1766154600-1766161800@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Tidepool Hike DESCRIPTION:Explore the world between the tides!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Ocean Institute for a tidepool hike led by one of our expert naturalists.\nThe hike will take us into the rocky Marine Protected Area located directly behind the Ocean Institute. Families can explore the area and search for snails\, crabs\, sea stars\, and other animals that make the tidepools their home. The winter months are the best time to explore these magical marine ecosystems!\nWhat to Expect: \nHike Difficulty Rating: Moderate\, 1 – 1.5 mile round trip. \nPlease be prepared for rocky\, uneven\, and slick terrain for the entire hike. \nDress: Closed-toed\, Closed-heeled sturdy shoes are required. We recommend sunscreen\, light layers\, and water. \n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing: \n$18 a person\n*This hike is not recommended for children younger than four years old \n \n Tickets URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/tidepool-hike-2025/2025-12-19/ CATEGORIES:Tidepool Hikes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250701T175611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T203323Z UID:56120-1766224800-1766242800@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:General Admission\n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission invites the public to engage with our immersive\, hands-on exhibits and rotating themes!\n \n \n \n \n \n Our rotating themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\n \n \n \n \n \n Explore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch and an intertidal touch tank.\n \n \n \n \n \n Bring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point and a visit to our Maritime Village.\n \n \n \n \n \n \nPricing:\nAdult: $16\nChild (19 months – 13 y.o): $12\nSenior (55+) or Military: $14\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): Free!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout:\n\nSquid Dissection: $5Sea Star Feeding: $10\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets must be purchased for all individuals. Ocean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! Not a member? Click here to join today!\n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-6/2025-12-20/ CATEGORIES:Admission END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T133000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20240604T174608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233701Z UID:50649-1766226600-1766237400@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Squid Dissections DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissections\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Squid Dissections\n \n \n \n \n \n Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long. \nEvery dissector requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Each dissector will receive their own squid to dissect. Note: Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a dissector. \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-12-20/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T123500 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250813T210336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T073324Z UID:57167-1766232000-1766234100@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget! \nEvery feeder requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a feeder. \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feeding/2025-12-20/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250717T203509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T130301Z UID:55702-1766239200-1766242800@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes Aquarium Tour DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, and the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person and include general admission to Ocean Institute! \n  \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2/2025-12-20/ CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251220T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250918T165811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T030236Z UID:57560-1766242800-1766250000@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Tidepool Hike DESCRIPTION:Explore the world between the tides!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join the Ocean Institute for a tidepool hike led by one of our expert naturalists.\nThe hike will take us into the rocky Marine Protected Area located directly behind the Ocean Institute. Families can explore the area and search for snails\, crabs\, sea stars\, and other animals that make the tidepools their home. The winter months are the best time to explore these magical marine ecosystems!\nWhat to Expect: \nHike Difficulty Rating: Moderate\, 1 – 1.5 mile round trip. \nPlease be prepared for rocky\, uneven\, and slick terrain for the entire hike. \nDress: Closed-toed\, Closed-heeled sturdy shoes are required. We recommend sunscreen\, light layers\, and water. \n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing: \n$18 a person\n*This hike is not recommended for children younger than four years old \n \n Tickets URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/tidepool-hike-2025/2025-12-20/ CATEGORIES:Tidepool Hikes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T075206 CREATED:20250701T175611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T210421Z UID:56121-1766311200-1766329200@oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:General Admission\n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission invites the public to engage with our immersive\, hands-on exhibits and rotating themes!\n \n \n \n \n \n Our rotating themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\n \n \n \n \n \n Explore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch and an intertidal touch tank.\n \n \n \n \n \n Bring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point and a visit to our Maritime Village.\n \n \n \n \n \n \nPricing:\nAdult: $16\nChild (19 months – 13 y.o): $12\nSenior (55+) or Military: $14\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): Free!\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout:\n\nSquid Dissection: $5Sea Star Feeding: $10\n \n \n \n \n \n \nTickets must be purchased for all individuals. Ocean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! Not a member? Click here to join today!\n\n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-6/2025-12-21/ CATEGORIES:Admission END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR