
55 Years of Dana Point’s Festival of Whales
For 55 years, the Festival of Whales has marked the return of migrating gray whales to the waters off Dana Point, celebrating the city’s deep connection to the ocean and

For 55 years, the Festival of Whales has marked the return of migrating gray whales to the waters off Dana Point, celebrating the city’s deep connection to the ocean and

Dana Point’s connection to the sea will be on full display March 6 through 8, 2026, when the 55th annual Festival of Whales returns to Dana Point Harbor, continuing one

Every spring, Dana Point, CA, transforms into a vibrant hub of marine celebration as it hosts the annual Festival of Whales. Now in its 54th year, the festival is scheduled

DANA POINT— With the Pacific Ocean as its backdrop, Dana Point will once again welcome visitors from near and far to celebrate the annual Festival of Whales. This cherished event,

Sandcastle Art Locals Clam Chowder Cook-Off Classic Car Display Dana Point Festival of Whales “Magical Migration” Parade and the Dana Point Police Services

DANA POINT— Dana Point Harbor will host the 51st annual Festival of Whales on March 5-6 and a Welcoming of the Whales Ceremony on March 4. This year’s festival is

DANA POINT—It’s peak season in Dana Point for spotting gray whales, which migrate from Alaska to Mexico between December and March. Dana Point celebrates the majestic creatures with an annual