Exhibitors

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2026 Collaborating Organizations

We are proud to showcase 2026 collaborating organizations who offer educational and interactive exhibits, enriching our attendees' understanding of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

Whalefest Monterey will feature marine educational and engaging displays from dozens of nonprofit organizations

DATE:‍ ‍April 11 & 12, 2026

TIME:10am - 5pm

WHERE: Custom House Plaza, Monterey, California

CONTINUES AT: Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf & Stanton Center

THANK YOU to all our amazing exhibitors!

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Let’s work together

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Interested in working together to bring awareness to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary? Consider joining Whalefest Monterey’s next event. Please fill out the questionnaire below and one of our team members will be in touch shortly.

Can't wait to hear from you!

Outdoor event with multiple blue and green tents set up on paved area, people walking and interacting, in front of modern buildings under partly cloudy sky.

Enrollment Questionnaire

Outdoor event with a booth under a blue tent displaying 'saveourshores.org' on the banner. A woman and a girl are interacting at the booth, which features a large spinning wheel and informational materials. Several other booths and people are visible in the background on a sunny day with brick pavement and trees.

WHAT KIND OF EXHIBITORS DOES WHALEFST FEATURE?

EXHIBITORS FROM:

Art, History, Artifacts

Conservation, Protection, Awareness

Marine Experts, Biologists, Oceanographers

Rescue, Recovery, Wellness

Scientist, Professors, Educators

Sea Life Experts

Workshops, Community Marine-based Organization

….AND MUCH MORE

People in creative costumes at an outdoor event with a booth for the Surfrider Foundation and a sign for sustainable solutions.

Exhibitor Frequently Asked Questions

Dozens of local and national nonprofits that are focused on marine science, sustainability, and environmental education. Learn more on our FAQ ->

  • A: Details are available on the “Sponsors” and “Exhibitors” pages, including contact info and application forms.

    LEARN MORE:

    🌐https://whalefest.org/exhibitors

    🌐See past year’s Exhibitors: https://whalefest.org/exhibitors

    🌐Become an exhibitor: https://whalefest.org/exhibitors

    • 10x 10 space only.

    • Exhibitor must provide their own tent/coverage as protection from the elements.

    • See full terms on Exhibitors Agreement.

  • A: Exhibit must be educational or interactive.

    Subject matter should be one of the following:

    • Marine-oriented

    • Monterey History

    • Environmental sustainability

    • Marine Art

    Exhibitors must be non-commercial and are not permitted to sell goods or services.

  • A: Exhibitor may provide an attractive receptacle for donations to their own marine nonprofit or their favorite marine nonprofit.

2025 Collaborating Organizations

We proudly showcase these past collaborating organizations.

THANK YOU to these amazing organizations!

🌐Support these great organizations by visiting their linked websites. Click the arrow for more information.