Welcome to the Volunteer Portal

‍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 2026 — 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 10th
• Saturday, April 11th
• Sunday, April 12th

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.

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 ‍

VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

Select Your Shift Carefully

  • Saturday shifts – April 11

  • Sunday shifts – April 12

  • You may sign up for one or multiple shifts

Volunteer Hours

  • 4-hour shifts include a lunch voucher

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!

Checklist

Flyer

Schedules

Checklist
Flyer
Music Schedule
Symposium Schedule

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

NOTE: Salmon Sport Fishing opening weekend is Saturday, April 11th. Parking will fill up fast early morning at Marina and Wharf parking lots.

NOTE: Parking lots are Paid Parking. Street parking is timed to 2 hours.

Monterey Wharf Parking Map Aerial view of the wharf area in Monterey with points show ing parking areas.

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

  • 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.

  • 2 locations on Wharf. Mid-way down and at the end of Wharf on the left.

    • 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. 

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