Save the date! Whalefest Monterey is back, mark your calendars for April 12-13, 2025.This free, fun and educational interactive family event held at Old Fisherman's Wharf and Custom House Plaza-Monterey State Park celebrates the biodiversity of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and much more! There will be a 2-day Symposium with world-renowned marine experts and dozens of exhibit booths, benefits many local and national marine organizations that educate, inspire, and empower the public to protect the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary.A notable change this year includes a marine science-oriented Symposium at the Stanton Center on Sunday, April 13th, and interactive marine-themed exhibits on Custom House Plaza on Saturday, April 12th, among many other engaging activities for all ages.