Catalina Mermaid Festival — A Family-Friendly Ocean Celebration

October 24-25, 2026

The second annual Catalina Island Mermaid Festival brings together ocean art, music, and mythical sea creatures for a magical weekend suited to the whole family.

The festivities begin along Crescent Ave with a Mermaid and Ocean-Themed Art Festival featuring local artists and sea-inspired work. Visitors can also enjoy live music and a beer garden throughout the weekend, including a special Saturday night performance on the Wrigley Stage.

Saturday highlights include the Rubber Ducky Derby, presented by the Avalon Interact Club, plus a surprise mermaid sighting during the race.

Schedule

Saturday October 24

10:00 am - 5:00 pm — Mermaid and Ocean-Themed Art Festival | Crescent Ave

Browse artist booths featuring jewelry and crafts. Guests can create mermaid and ocean themed crafts, get face painting and henna tattoos, and visit Mermaid Makeover Stations for photo opportunities.

12:00-1:15 pm — Rubber Ducky Derby Avalon Interact Club | South Beach

Proceeds support Avalon Interact Club. Ducks cost $5 each or 5 ducks for $20. After the race, enjoy playtime with Madison the Mermaid.

2:00 pm — Ocean Club | South Beach

Watch a synchronized mermaid swim and take part in the Build a Mermaid Tail in the Sand contest.

12:00 pm - 7:00 pm — Beer Garden and BBQ | Crescent Ave near Wrigley Stage

Avalon Smokehouse will provide the BBQ.

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm — DJ & Dancing | Wrigley Stage

Enjoy an afternoon of music and dancing.

4:00 pm - 7:00 pm — Live Music | Wrigley Stage

Live music continues into the evening.

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm — Movie on Beach | South Beach

Screening: The Little Mermaid.

Sunday October 25

10:00 am - 4:00 pm — Mermaid and Ocean-Themed Art Festival | Crescent Ave

Alongside the artist booths, many shops will display their mermaid merchandise. Guests can support local businesses and find food or drink specials at restaurants designed to bring out the mermaid in you.

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm — Beer Garden and BBQ | Crescent Ave near Wrigley Stage

Enjoy BBQ prepared by Avalon Smokehouse.

4:30 pm — Mermaid Bingo | Flx Biergarten

Play bingo with a Mermaid, enjoy a beer, and compete for prizes.