KelpFest

Laguna Ocean Foundation is the proud host of the annual event, KelpFest. With kelp forest restoration at the heart of the celebration, we also honor and showcase other local organizations who are doing amazing work to protect, restore, and educate about the local coastal ecosystem. Make sure to join us every summer for KelpFest!

Join us on Saturday, June 7th, 2025 along the Cobblestones of Main Beach! This year’s event features live music from the SeaView Serenaders and a special appearance by the Huntington Beach Mermaids! Whether you’re coming to get your picture taken with the mermaids, enjoying the live music, or participating in one of the many hands-on activities offered by our amazing exhibitors, there’s something for everyone! Check out the exhibitors below.

We have a fun day filled with opportunities to learn, explore, and give back to the community. Here’s our schedule of events:

10AM-11AM: Beach Clean-up at Main Beach (Sign-up here)

11:30AM-12:30PM: Tidepool Tour at Heisler Park (RSVP here)

1:00PM-2:00PM: Algae Walk & Talk along Main Beach


KelpFest Merch is here!

Save on shipping! Pre-order your shirts and tote bags by Friday, May 30th, to pick-up at KelpFest. All proceeds go directly back into the festival.

Shop KelpFest Merch

A huge thank you to KelpFest's Title Sponsor in 2025, Marc & Rose Hospitality, for their generous support of KelpFest.

A huge thank you to KelpFest’s Major Sponsor in 2025, Laguna Beach County Water District, for their continued support!


Interested in sponsoring this year’s KelpFest? Read about the sponsorship levels for 2025 and select your sponsorship level below.

Sponsor KelpFest 2025

KelpFest is made possible thanks to these additional sponsors:

Check out the amazing exhibitors that will be at KelpFest in 2025: