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Welcome to the Volunteer Portal & Sign Up

‍Dear Whalefest Volunteers,

Thank you for joining us — we are truly grateful for your support of Whalefest.

We hope you will be joining us for a fabulous Whalefest 2027 — a vibrant, fun-filled weekend celebrating our ocean, wildlife, and community. Your time and energy help bring this special event to life, and we are so excited to have you be a part of it.

Volunteer shifts are available:
• Friday, April 9th (set-up)
• Saturday, April 10th
• Sunday, April 11th

Whether you’re returning or joining us for the first time, we look forward to spending time with you and creating a memorable experience together.

Please click the sign-up link and select the shift(s) that work best for you.

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Whalefest Volunteer Sign-Up

Thank you again for being part of Whalefest — we truly couldn’t do it without you.

Best,

Dot Findlater

Whalefest Volunteer Coordinator ‍

Acknowledgement & Disclaimer: Volunteers hereby assumes all responsibility and risk of injury, including death, and hereby agrees to release and hold harmless Whalefest Monterey from any and all claims arising from such activities. Parent/Guardian assumes risk/responsibility for minors under 18 years of age.   

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

Select Your Shift Carefully

  • Saturday shifts – April 10

  • Sunday shifts – April 11

  • You may sign up for one or multiple shifts

Volunteer Hours

  • 4-hour shifts include a lunch voucher

  • Full day shifts open

Be Prepared

  • Dress for the weather

  • Sunscreen & hats recommended

  • Stay hydrated

  • Bring a refillable water bottle

  • Water refill station available at the Surfrider Booth (Plaza)

Whalefest Monterey truly appreciates your time and support.

We look forward to having a FUN and successful Whalefest with you!

Flyer & Save The Date

April 10 & 11, 2027

  • Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf

  • Custom House Plaza

  • Stanton Center on Custom House Plaza

Share our Flyer or Save The Date Postcard

Flyer
Image of an event flyer for the 17th annual well fest Monterey 2027 featuring a humpback whale breaching out of the water with a sunset in the background.
Postcard
Image of an event flyer for the 17th annual well fest Monterey 2027 featuring a humpback whale breaching out of the water with a sunset in the background.
Image of a postcard for the 17th annual Whale Fest, Monterey 2027 with further information in text.

Checklist

Flyer

Schedules

To-Do Checklist
Flyer
Music Schedule COMING
Symposium Schedule COMING

Questions?

Still have questions not found in our FAQ, contact Dot Findlater at dorothyfindlater@gmail.com

  • Volunteer Check-in booth at Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf.

  • 4 hour shifts

  • 3 locations

    ~Wharf at the end, on the left, near Rockfish.

    ‍~ Staton Center

    ~ Near Casa de Oro behind Memory Garden 

  • We strongly suggest you bring a water bottle. A water refill station will be available at the Surfrider Monterey booth.

  • Yes! Please be mindful of time away from the assigned area and that your position is covered.

  • Dot Findlater

    Whalefest Volunteer Coordinator 

    ‍dorothyfindlater@gmail.com

    ‍818-281-0468

  • All ages welcome. Middle School, High School, College or Military, Adults, and Retirees.

    15+ to volunteer unsupervised. Those under the age of 14 must have supervision.

    • Marina front Lot, 3 lots

    • Wharf #2, on the pier

    • Heritage Harbor Parking Lot, on Pacific above the wharf.

    • Portola Plaza, walk right over to Custom House Plaza.  

    • Parking garage across from Sports Center. 

Parking Lots & Locations

  • Marina front parking, 4 lots

  • Wharf #2 on pier

  • Heritage Harbor Parking Lot, on Pacific above the wharf

  • Portola Plaza Parking Garage, 1 lot

  • Parking garage across from the Sports Center, 2 lots

photo of parking map near Monterey Old Fisherman's Wharf

🚙 PAID PARKING: Parking lots are Paid Parking.

🚙 STREET PARKING: Street parking is timed to 1-2 hours. No free long-term parking is available.

🎣 TIP:‍ ‍If the festival falls on Salmon Sport Fishing opening weekend, parking will fill up fast early in the morning at Marina and Wharf parking lots.

🎒 VALUABLES: Do not leave in the car or unattended at the booth. Whalefest is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Restroom Locations

  • Near Rock Fish Grill, Abalone Races, end or wharf on the left side

  • Near Casa de Oro, behind Memory Garden 

  • Stanton Center, at Monterey History & Art Museum

LOCATION TIPS

Exhibitors at Custom House Plaza: Nearest restrooms:

  • Stanton Center

  • Casa del Oro Garden (via Pacific St or the Custom House Plaza, on Scott).

Musicians & Performances: Nearest restrooms:

  • Stanton

  • End of the Wharf

Venue Guide

  • Custom House Plaza

    • “Dee” The Big Beautiful Humpback Whale

    • Exhibitors

    • Merch Booth

  • Stanton Center at Monterey Museum of History & Art on Custom House Plaza

    • Speakers Symposium. Many marine Scientists and experts speaking throughout the weekend.

  • Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf & Causeway

    • Abalone Races

    • Arts & Crafts

    • History Walk

    • Merch Booth

    • Live Art

    • Music & Performances

Find Us

Look for the Volunteer Check-in Booth

  • Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf (Volunteer Check-in)

  • Custom House Plaza

  • Stanton Center on Custom House Plaza

1 Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940

 
Directions