Every year a fleet of historically significant sailing vessels comes to join our ships at Dana Point. They come not only to display their beauty and majesty but also to share with the public a maritime history that is inextricably part of California's past, a heritage we work hard to preserve as we educate future generations about our oceans. It is in support of this effort that we assemble these great ships for all to experience. The Ocean Institute is celebrating its 31st year hosting the Toshiba Tall Ships Festival, the largest annual gathering of tall ships on the West Coast! Come and explore the majesty and wonder of tall ships through the smells, sounds, and sights of real-working tall ships. Interactive living history encampments including blacksmiths, schrimshaw artists, and the infamous Port Royal Privateers are sure to entertain and amaze guests of all ages and are not to be missed. Come celebrate with us as we celebrate the area's rich maritime history!
Date and Time
Friday Sep 11, 2015 Sunday Sep 13, 2015
The main festival hours are from 10am-5pm on Saturday, September 12th and 13th. The Ocean Institute will be open until 5pm on both days, however, the ships will close for tours at 3:30pm so they may prepare for cannon battles! The Brig Pilgrim will remain open until 5pm, as she does not sail on the weekend. Vendors will begin to set up on Friday, September 11th and will be allowed to sell. So come visit our vendor area and view the Sunset parade of sail from 5:00pm-7:00pm.
Location
Ocean Institute
24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive
Dana Point, California 92629
Fees/Admission
PIRATE ADVENTURE PASS
$8/Non-Member, $5/Member (3-12 yrs) This admission will get you inside the Ocean Institute and tour all the participating tall ships. There are many fun activities and entertainment inside the Institute this year, so don't miss out!
Website
Contact Information
http://tallshipsfestival.com/ (949) 496-2274
