The incredibly popular annual Mermaid Festival is expanding! In 2026, the event will beckon to visitors every full weekend in March. As always, this fin-tastic, free and family-friendly event is held at Westport Winery Garden Resort, home of the International Mermaid Museum. Museum admission is free from 11 am to 6 pm on March 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, and 29 (International Mermaid Day).

The festival boasts a fleet of world-class entertainers, talented local artists, and tempting treat purveyors, along with a series of special attractions for visitors of all ages during this celebration of the sea. In addition to the museum’s enchanting educational exhibits, everyone will enjoy meeting a school of mermaids from around the region along with other mythical creatures throughout the museum, gardens, and tents.