Whale Fest is making a splash in Downtown Fort Bragg the weekend of March 20–22, 2026, and—like the migrating Whale Fest is making a splash in Downtown Fort Bragg the weekend of March 20–22, 2026, and—like the migrating leviathans we adore—this year’s celebration is bigger, bolder, and breaching with fun. Even better, 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of the legendary Whale War, […]
Mendocino Theatre Company
45200 Little Lake Rd, Mendocino, CA, United States
2025 TONY AWARD WINNER / DRAMA DESK AWARD WINNER / DRAMA LEAGUE AWARD WINNER / DORIAN AWARD WINNER The Eureka Day School is a bastion of progressive ideals, all of which come into question under the microscope as a community crisis emerges in 2018-2019. What happens when keeping the peace and consensus becomes impossible, and […]
Fort Bragg Coastal Trail
100 Cypress St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Join other race enthusiasts for a run and fun walk along the coastal trail in Fort Bragg. This popular event features a Kiddie Race, 10K Run, 5K Run and 5K Fun Walk. It’s one of the most beautiful places for a race! Sign-up deadline is March 9th. Soroptimist International of Fort Bragg and Noyo Sunrise […]
MacKerricher State Park
Fort Bragg, CA, CA, United States
Scout for spouts on this guided walk in MacKerricher State Park. California State Park Interpreters will guide visitors north along the Haul Road Trail to watch for the magnificent migrating Eastern Pacific Gray Whale. Join us to learn the incredible story of this fascinating population of marine mammals! All ages welcome. This FREE program is […]
The Soroptimists are hosting a whale of sale up and down Laurel Street in downtown Fort Bragg. Find a wide variety of amazing, handcrafted items, from quilts and toys to ironworks, pottery, knits and crochet, jewelry, paintings, tools, and puzzles. You won’t find a better place to get one-of-a-kind gifts. 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Fort Bragg Library
499 E Laurel St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Make it a family outing for storytime and crafts at the Point Arena Library during Whale Fest! 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. The library is located at 499 East Laurel Street. www.mendocinocoast.com/whale-home
Start your day with a taste of chowder from many local restaurants and then vote for your favorite chowder as this event marks a return during Whale Fest Weekend. Get tickets and chowder at the Town Hall on Laurel & Main Streets in downtown Fort Bragg. 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM (or until chowder runs […]
Downtown Discovery Center
338 N Main St, Fort Bragg, CA, United States
Discovery Center Admission to the Discovery Center is free during the book signing Join us for a Wild Monterey Bay book signing with Jodi Frediani. Wild Monterey Bay: Up Close and Personal is a collection of stories and photographs celebrating wildlife encounters in and around Monterey Bay. Meet the author, have your copy signed, and […]
It’s a party at the annual Rotary Beer Fest – featuring live music and BBQ for purchase at Eagles Hall. Sample local and regional craft beers, meet the brewmasters and have a heck of a good time! Taste the ales and watch the whales! Tickets available for purchase. Must be over 21; ID required. No […]
Enjoy beautiful wines and hors d'oeuvres from over a dozen wineries from Mendocino County while visiting local shops and the quaint downtown Fort Bragg. Whale watch from miles of beaches including along the coastal trail in Fort Bragg. www.mendocinocoast.com/whale-home