VENTURA, Calif. – Ahoy, mates! Drop anchor at Ventura Harbor Village, from May 14 through Memorial Day weekend May 27, 2025 and climb aboard the majestic Tall Ship Mystic Whaler, an 83-foot, two-masted schooner, modeled after a 19th Century coastal vessel, that will set sail and make its voyage to Ventura Harbor Village. Made possible by Central Coast Ocean Adventures Foundation (CCOAF), the seafaring beauty, will dock at Ventura Harbor Village Dock-C (near Ventura Boat Rentals, in front of Brophy Bros. and On the Alley restaurants). During its visit to Ventura Harbor Village, history buffs of all ages will have a chance to come aboard and join in the excitement with dockside tours and onboard hands-on learning experiences. Visitors can step back in time, meet the knowledgeable crew, learn the ropes of schooner life, hear captivating sea stories and discover how the Mystic Whaler keeps maritime traditions alive.
Public tours are scheduled to include the following:
Saturday, May 17 Deck Tour (1:30 PM-5 PM)
Sunday, May 18 Deck Tour (Noon – 6 PM)
Friday, May 23 Deck Tour (2 PM-6 PM)
Saturday, May 24 Deck Tour (Noon -6 PM)
Sunday, May 25 Deck Tour (Noon -6 PM)
Monday, May 26 Deck Tour (Noon-6 PM)
Visitors boarding the Mystic Whaler have the option to make a suggested donation of $5 (kids are free). All activities are weather pending, and the schedule is subject to change. Please visit https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/adventure-with-the-tall-ship-mystic-whaler/2025-05-14/
The Mystic Whaler also provides wonderful photography opportunities sailing into the Harbor on Wednesday, May 14 through the Ventura Harbor entrance approximately 11 AM – Noon and sails out of the Harbor on Tuesday, May 27 at 8 AM. Updates can be found closer to the date on https://www.venturaharborvillage.com/event/adventure-with-the-tall-ship-mystic-whaler/2025-05-14/.
The arrival of the Mystic Whaler coincides with Ventura Harbor Village’s ongoing Spring seaside events/activities and California’s Tourism Month throughout May, including a stellar lineup of seaside live music on Ventura Harbor Village’s Promenade Stage from 1-4 PM:
May 17, 2025 – 1- 4 PM
Special interactive Fish Printing from 2-4 PM at the Welcome Booth in honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 18, 2025 – 1- 4 PM
Singer-songwriter writer Katie Leigh presents folk, country & indie tunes.
May 24, 2025 – 1- 4 PM
Musicians Tyler & James of TB & J, a dynamic duo, turn up the volume fusing classic pop-punk vibes with modern twist.
May 25, 2025 – 1- 4 PM
Rock band musicians from the Vanise Terry Band unleashes a real-deal rock vibe.
May 26, 2025 – 1- 4 PM – Memorial Day
Unkle Monkey featuring rock, reggae and tropical sounds.
In line with California Tourism Month, Ventura Harbor Village will host a weekly Welcome Booth on Saturdays from 2-4 PM with a “Send A Postcard” to a friend offer, whereby the Village provides postcards and pays for the postage (if visitors mail via the booth on the same day); bubbles, free destination stickers; and a chance to win weekly gift cards from Ventura Harbor Village to shop, dine and play. Plus, a special interactive Fish Print activity on Saturday, May 17 at the booth from 2-4 PM in honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.
Plan to spend more time at Ventura Harbor Village’s seaside playground to shop, dine and play harborside at more than 30 waterfront eateries, shops and entertainment venues. Plus, Ventura Boat Rentals offers electric boat rentals, fun character peddle boats, and more.