MDC Events
Calendar
Check out what’s going on this month and beyond. From tours and education programs to special events, there’s always something happening at MDC!
Monthly Lecture Series
Qualified staff & guest speakers will share their knowledge about a vast array of topics including plants and animals, water quality, citizen science, local conservation efforts, and much more!
Shell-ebration Event Series
Our Shell-ebration Event Series offers an exciting lineup of events right here at MDC where community, conservation, and culture unite!
Tide to Table
Join MDC for a special sustainably forward event featuring Third Wave Cafe’s Executive Chef David Moscoso – a member of Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Blue Ribbon Task Force. Savor a sustainably sourced, chef-inspired menu paired with wine, entertainment, and a silent auction.
ShORE
Come out in April for ShORE – Sharing Our Research with Everyone – where we bring awareness to conservation issues impacting the Lagoon and our community through the sharing of student and professional programs and projects that are making a difference!
Venue Rentals
Hosting a festival or concert? Looking for a place for your next family reunion? Book your next event at Marine Discovery Center!
Our Mission:
"To protect our coastal ecosystems through education, conservation, and exploration"