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Happy 100th, Giant Dipper: The Santa Cruz roller coaster launches into its next century
The wooden roller coaster is a colossal coastal icon; swing by the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for a fireworks show and anniversary button.
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Whales reign during this oh-so-Monterey fest; the lighthearted ‘Abalone Races' are also back
Whalefest Monterey features splashy talks, walks, and a few offbeat events.
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Shrimp Week at Monterey Bay Aquarium: Oh, it's prawn, er, on
The punny wordplay has surfaced on the institution’s social pages as it honors the cool crustaceans.
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Grunion runs, when tiny fish wriggle onto the beach to spawn, are a spectacular spring thing
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in San Pedro will again be a science-cool hub for the eons-old phenomenon.
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An aquarium evening will take a tantalizing turn for the bioluminescent
Glowing sea beasties are among the stars of the Aquarium of the Pacific’s next “Night Dive.”
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Say ‘hey' to the migrating Grays at this whale-y fun Dana Point festival
Dolphins, too, will receive their due at the glub-glub gathering.
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Join the Roundhouse Aquarium for a free and fascinating King Tides Watch
Scientists will collect visual data at the Manhattan Beach teaching center during the event; the public is invited to RSVP.
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Dive into a fascinating King Tides tide pool hike at the Ocean Institute
The special rocky rambles will ponder the Perigean Spring Tides and how they impact the pretty pools near the Dana Point destination.
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The Aquarium of the Pacific is diving into 2024 with several splashy events in tow
The first First Wednesday will take guests on a “National Parks Adventure.”
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‘Gray Day' is here, as whale-watching season breaches along the California coast
It’s the fluke-iest and most festive time of year for lovers of sizable cetaceans.
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Eight vintage Crystal Cove cottages, all freshly restored, just reopened for overnight stays
The storied structures have become sweet symbols of Crystal Cove State Park.
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A legendary fishing boat, made famous by John Steinbeck, returns to Monterey Bay
A LITERARY STAR RETURNS HOME: Many real-world boats appear in books, adding to the excitement and adventure of the tale. Readers may long to view these vessels, with the understanding that, with the passage of time, such a wish may be impossible to fulfill. The decades take a toll, boats may find their way to permanent storage, be used for…
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Witches and warlocks shall merrily paddle in Morro Bay and Ventura Harbor
You can join the ensorcelled outing, no spell required.
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Aquatic eeks, including underwater pumpkin carving, will haunt the ‘Scarium of the Pacific'
The Long Beach destination is the spot for all sorts of splashy seasonal sights.
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Venture, if you dare, onto ‘Spooky Seas' at the Ocean Institute
The Dana Point party — it is actually based on land, yep — weaves marine education with a few festive Halloween hallmarks.
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Splash: Sea Otter Awareness Week celebrates the crucial roles the ocean critters play
Monterey Bay Aquarium is honoring the “paw”-some furry favorites during their September celebration.
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Savor a storied sailing adventure, tall ship-style, near Dana Point
The 39th Annual Maritime Festival even has a Pirate and Mermaid Ball.
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An elephant seal-themed soirée will wriggle ashore at the Aquarium of the Pacific
A seal-y interesting talk will be followed by crafts and cocktails.
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We're flapping our wings over Little Blue Penguin Day
Birch Aquarium at Scripps is beaking out over the feathery favorites and their very special anniversary.