Yes it is true we are home to the #dolphinstampede in #danapoint Dana Point Harbor

Reminiscing about last year’s parade. Drop us a heart if you were there and visit our website for the most up-to-date info on this year’s happenings! #FestivalofWhales #danapointharbor

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While this year may have been different, we’re glad to hear the 50th annual Festival Of Whales still went off with a splash! Last weekend, whale watchers were greeted by #graywhales, #humpbacks & Patches, a famous local Dana Point dolphin.

So many magical moments this past weekend what was yours ? #danapoint #makeamemory #danawharf Dana Point Harbor O.C. Register ( pic by DiamondBlockStudios

The 51st Annual Festival of Whales dates have been confirmed! We will see you March 5-6, 2022 at the Dana Point Harbor for another whale of a good time! Mark your calendars & plan to be there! #festivalofwhales2022 #visitdanapoint

Humpback Whales came to the boat for a closer look ! What do you think they say when they see a bunch of screaming and cheering people?? #DanaPoint KCAL News Assignment Desk Dana Point Harbor Dana Wharf

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Drumroll for the reveal of the #FestivalofWhales2022 Logo reveal! 👏🏻👏🏻 The design chosen was created by #SanClemente artist, Matt Rinehart. Look for it on swag available soon and make sure you have March 5 & 6 marked to join us at the Harbor!

Students from #RedlandsCollege came out last week as part of ongoing research of #DanaPoint as a #WhaleHeritageSite. Photo Cred, Karena, World Biology BS/Human Animal Studies, 2023.

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Musical artists Sheena Easton and Taylor Dayne will headline the Festival of Whales Foundation’s inaugural Concerts on the Cliff at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa on March 4. * Read more about Concerts on the Cliff in Dana Point Times. * ow.ly/UV3a50MHoPM

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Whales hugging just in time for Valentines Day. 🐋❤️ video by Diamond Block for Dana Wharf

Dreaming of a getaway? #DanaPoint #WhaleHeritageSite is one of the best places to visit in March, according to Condé Nast Traveler! 🧳 Watch the magical gray #whale migration and celebrate Festival Of Whales on March 4-5! 🐋 cntraveler.com/gallery/the-be… (📷 Matt Stumpf / CaptDavesWhaleWatching)

Dana Wharf’s founder, Don Hansen, also started Festival Of Whales, which has become the world’s longest-running whale festival! His daughter, Donna Kalez, is now COO of Dana Wharf and one of the driving forces behind Dana Point becoming the first Whale Heritage Area in the Americas.

You’re Invited. 🐋🎡 The 54th Annual Festival of Whales is coming to #DanaPointHarbor March 7-9, 2025! #ocevents #danapoint #whalefestival #festivalofwhales

The Festival of Whales is a 54 year old tradition, founded by a pure love for seeing the gray whales return to the waters off Dana Point and a desire to share that magic. Join us at world’s longest running whale festival March 7th-9th for a full weekend of fun 🩵

Also inside: Get ready to witness firsthand the awe-inspiring spectacle of California Gray Whale migration with our official event guide for the 54th annual Dana Point Festival of Whales! Read and subscribe to our FREE digital edition at sanclementetimes.com/current-issue. (2/2)

This week’s top story: The 54th annual Festival of Whales celebration drew thousands as it took over Dana Point last weekend. Read and subscribe to our FREE digital edition at danapointtimes.com.