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COMPANY HOLIDAY PACKAGES

Join us at Ocean Institute for your holiday festivities! 

We provide a variety of package options to suit your needs, whether it’s for lunches, meetings, team building, or parties. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views, a waterfront setting, and free parking for your employees. Make your holiday celebrations memorable with us!

DP PARADE OF LIGHTS COMPANY PARTY!

 Host your party at Ocean Institute for a front-row view! Dana Point Harbors 48th Annual Parade of Lights!

Available:

Saturday, Dec 9, 2023

Sunday, Dec 10, 2023

 

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DP 48th Annual Parade of Lights

Dana Point Holiday Parade of Lights

This year’s theme is Candyland! The boat parade starts at 6:30 pm and arrives outside Ocean Institute around 7:30 pm – 8:00 pm.

All evening events booked on 12/9 or 12/10 are subject to a $500 special event fee in addition to the rental costs.

Samueli Conference Center and Courtyard

Space Description:

Our Samueli Conference Center is a beautiful, large open room with a majestic 30-foot gray whale skeleton hanging from the ceiling. Featuring large wooden barn doors that open to our courtyard, this space hosts incredible views of the harbor and ocean. For evening events, the courtyard is lit by hanging bistro lights and a large fire pit. The room can comfortably seat up to 130 persons seated at tables, up to 220 people in theater-style seating, and up to 250 people standing. Utilizing the courtyard for a mingling space with cocktail tables allows for a great indoor/outdoor flow to the evening or an incredible sunset view cocktail hour.

Sun – Thurs Pricing:

  • 0-50 Attendees: $5,000
  • 50-100: $5,500

Fri – Sat Pricing:

  • 0-50 Attendees: $8,000
  • 50-100: $8,500

View full details of the package here!

    Evening events booked during the Dana Point Parade of Lights are subject to a $500 special event fee in addition to the rental fee.

    Courtyard Only Package

    COURTYARD PACKAGE

    Courtyard is lit by hanging bistro lights and a large fire pit

    • All packages include tables & chairs, linens for tables, decorations themed to the boat parade theme, and a bartender to serve beer & wine
    • Setup Options:
      • A: 5 – 60″ Rounds with seating for 10 at each, rectangular tables for food, 10 – cocktail tables, bar available
      • B: 5 – Rectangular tables set community style with seating for 32 people, rectangular tables for food, 10 – cocktail tables, bar available
      • C: 10 – Cocktail Tables, rectangular tables for food, bar available

    Evening events booked during the Dana Point Parade of Lights are subject to a $500 special event fee in addition to the rental fee.

    MJSLC Historical Wharf

    This outdoor space is about as waterfront as you can get! Connected to our dock leading into Dana Point Harbor, you can watch boats, kayakers, and wildlife enjoying the water all from your seat. This beautiful open-air space has views of the entire harbor and the jetty beyond it. Included in the space is our indoor Boathouse, the perfect space to set up your bar, food stations, and so much more! The wharf comfortably seats up to 60 people or accommodates up to 80 persons standing.

    Sun-Thurs Pricing:

    • 0-40 Attendees: $2,500
    • 40-80 Attendees: $3,000

    Fri-Sat Pricing:

    • 0-40 Attendees: $4,000
    • 40-80 Attendees: $4,500

    View full details of the package here!

    Evening events booked during the Dana Point Parade of Lights are subject to a $500 special event fee in addition to the rental fee.

    REQUEST YOUR PARTY!

    All rentals are subject to a $200 non-refundable service fee and a 10% tax in addition to the rate listed below.

    LET US HOST YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY

    HOST YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY!

    View our available spaces for your upcoming holiday party!

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    SAMUELI AND COURTYARD

    Our Samueli Conference Center is a beautiful, large open room with a majestic 30-foot gray whale skeleton hanging from the ceiling. Featuring large wooden barn doors that open to our courtyard, this space hosts incredible views of the harbor and ocean. For evening events, the courtyard is lit by hanging bistro lights and a large fire pit.

    Sun – Thurs Pricing:

    • 0-50 Attendees: $5,000
    • 50-100: $5,500

    Fri – Sat Pricing:

    • 0-50 Attendees: $8,000
    • 50-100: $8,500

    View full details of the package here!

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    MJSLC HISTORICAL WHARF

    This outdoor space is about as waterfront as you can get! Connected to our dock leading into Dana Point Harbor, you can watch boats, kayakers, and wildlife enjoying the water all from your seat. This beautiful open-air space has views of the entire harbor and the jetty beyond it. Included in the space is our indoor Boathouse, the perfect space to set up your bar, food stations, and so much more! The wharf comfortably seats up to 60 people or accommodates up to 80 persons standing.

    Sun-Thurs Pricing:

    • 0-40 Attendees: $2,500
    • 40-80 Attendees: $3,000

    Fri-Sat Pricing:

    • 0-40 Attendees: $4,000
    • 40-80 Attendees: $4,500

    View full details of the package here!

     

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    SURF DECK

    The Surf Deck is a covered, open-air space on the second level of our facility, with 180-degree views of the ocean and the harbor. This is an indoor space with open-air windows, built-in benches, and plenty of space for tables & chairs. The room includes a balcony for guests to sit facing the ocean. The surf deck comfortably seats ~60 people at round tables or up to 80 persons with 10 cocktail tables.

    Sun-Thurs Pricing:

    • $2,500

    Fri-Sat Pricing:

    • $4,000

    View full details of the package here!

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    SPIRIT OF DANA POINT

    The Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a 1770s privateer schooner used during the American Revolution. These ships were known for their speed and were used for smuggling. The ship is 118 feet long with a rig height of 100 feet… and 5,000 square feet of sail!

    Sun-Thurs Pricing:

    • $2,500

    Fri-Sat Pricing:

    • $4,000

    View full details of the package here!

    REQUEST

    All rentals are subject to a $200 non-refundable service fee and a 10% tax in addition to the rate listed below.

    HOLIDAY LUNCH AND MEETING SPACES

    BOARDROOM

    Ocean Institute’s boardroom is a great way to brighten up any meeting! Comfortably seating 12 guests around a large wooden table or 18.  The room encludes a balcony to enjoy the ocean and harbor view, you can bring your team offsite to reconnect and rejuvenate.

    MORE INFO & PRICING

    The room includes a Smart TV with HDMI, AirPlay, and USB capabilities as well as a sound bar to play videos and sound clips. The boardroom is on the second floor of Ocean Institute’s main building with an elevator, restrooms, and water fountains just down the hall.

    Mon-Fri: $120/hour

    Sat-Sun: $175/hour

    *Hourly rates apply from 8 am-5 pm. Extended hours are available for after-hours fee of $200/hour

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    SURF DECK

    The Surf Deck is a covered, open-air space on the second level of our facility, with 180-degree views of the ocean and the harbor. This is an indoor space with open-air windows, built-in benches, and plenty of space for tables, chairs, and a balcony for guests to sit facing the ocean. The surf deck comfortably seats ~60 people at round tables or up to 80 persons with 10 cocktail tables.

    MORE INFO & PRICING

    Mon-Thurs $650/hour

    Fri-Sun: $1000/hour

    Standard Package Includes:

    • Tables and chairs (for table and chair options please see below)
    • Tables & and chairs set to your preferred layout before your arrival
    • Use of our catering kitchen for caterers
    • A staff member is present to assist as needs arise, tend to restrooms, etc.
    • Usage of private restrooms accessible only to your party

    Deluxe add-ons include:

    • Linen Package
    • Bartender
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    MJSLC HISTORICAL WHARF

    This outdoor space is about as waterfront as you can get! Connected to our dock leading into Dana Point Harbor, you can watch boats, kayakers, and wildlife enjoying the water all from your seat.

    MORE INFO & PRICING

    All packages include tables & chairs, linens for tables, ocean-themed table decor & a bartender to serve beer & wine. Lunch packages are good for up to 50 people.

    Setup Choices:

    • A: 10 Cocktail tables on the wharf, rectangular tables for food, bar available
    • B: Rectangular tables community style with seating, 6-ft tables for food, bar available.

    Sun-Thurs Pricing:

    • $2,500 – 4 hour flat rate

    Fri-Sat Pricing:

    • $4,000 – 4 hour flat rate

    The customer is responsible for providing food and beverages. 

    REQUEST
    SPIRIT OF DANA POINT

    The Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a 1770s privateer schooner used during the American Revolution. These ships were known for their speed and were used for smuggling. The ship is 118 feet long with a rig height of 100 feet… and 5,000 square feet of sail!

    DOCKSIDE RENTAL

    Pillows, blankets, and ocean-themed decor throughout the ship & a bartender to serve beer & wine. Passed appetizers, buffet-style appetizers, or meals can be brought onboard, space for food is limited – inquire for details.

    • Suitable for up to 40 people – can be combined with a Wharf rental to accommodate a larger group with free flow between spaces

    Sun-Thurs Pricing:

    • $2,500

    Fri-Sat Pricing:

    • $4,000
    SAILING RENTAL

    SPIRIT OF DANA POINT

    • 3-hour tall-ship sail, bartender to serve beer & wine provided, buffet or boxed style food can be brought onboard
    • Suitable for up to 45 people – can be combined with a MJSLC wharf rental for an extra fee.

    Flat rate: $2,420.00

    Length: 3-hours

    REQUEST

    All rentals are subject to a $200 non-refundable service fee and a 10% tax in addition to the rate listed below.