Our 2023 Convention is May 19th - 21st
Summer camp - a mermaid Wellness retreat
End your SumMER the right way!
Are you sad Cali Mercon is over? We are TOO! Join us for the event of SumMER as we gather to retreat, relax and reconnect with our community. This camp is just what you will need to recharge after the hectic days of summer.
Lounge in a luxurious 20 person hot tub, or splash into a 17' deep, infinity pool with stunning views of the Northern California wine country. Pamper yourself at our Facial Bar and Mud Mask Station. Make a one of a kind top or accessory with Mermaid and Mom. Shoot in a dream pool with Liz Marchiondo Photography, and tromp around the grounds of this eclectic working farm to shoot a surreal mer out of water set with Erin St Blaine. And connect and hang out with amazing new merfriends!
ALL the summer camp vibes included - each activity will have a corresponding SumMER Camp badge you will earn to take home!
Tickets Include:
-Exclusive Mermaid Camping on a private, legal, working cannabis/flower/fruit farm with stunning views of Northern California, large scale art installations and incredible family history. Majority of plants are out of sight, but will be shown on the tour if harvest season permits. Product available for purchase if season allows.
-Healthy, Robust, Delicious Mediterranean Asian Fusion Food and Drinks (Gluten Free and Vegetarian Options Available with Notice). Family style Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, poolside snacks, and dessert served daily
-24 hour Access to 17’ infinity pool and 20 person Hot Tub
-24 hour Access to Outdoor Mosaic Poolside Shower
-Fancy DIY Mud Mask station available all weekend
-24 hour Access to flush toilet and shower near chicken house
-24 hour Access to Hillside Bath House with Flush toilet, Floating Glass Shower and a beautiful Valley View
-Guided Farm Tours available featuring awesome history, adorable goats, baby chickens and fresh fruit tastings
-Peer lead workshops
-Mermaid and Mom craft workshop with supplies/tools available for your use
-Exclusive discount code for ID Fabrications product
-optional 10 Minute Private Dry land photoshoot with Mermaid Glimmer, includes coaching & 1 retouched photo
-Fun keepsake summer camp pin badges
-Freestyle, open air market, sell your mermaid wares!
-optional 15 minute poolside massage, limited availability
-optional 10 minute underwater photoshoot with 1 retouched photo by Liz M Photography
-Group underwater video clips by Millennial Mermaid
$50 per mer discount available for mers able to share a 30 minute workshop/activity/session during the event. 6 workshop leader discounts available.
Retreat FAQ
-This event takes place September 8th - 10th, 2023 at Glynraven Gardens in Hopland
-We must book a minimum amount of mers to move forward with the event; if we do not book the minimum and must cancel, ticketholders will be immediately refunded no less than 3 days after the cancelation
-No INS/OUTS to prevent dust contamination of event space
-Camping and Glamping Accommodation Available
-Onsite Massages may be available at an additional cost
-Ticket holders will receive a code from Event Sponsor ID Fabrications for 30% any of their products for the Merfolk Wearables Workshop with Mermaid and Mom
-All food provided with your ticket package(gluten free/vegetarian available with advance request).
- You may bring limited alcohol on site, but please use your best judgement
-Our tickets are open to Merfolk 18+ ONLY as Glynraven Gardens is a clothing optional space
-No lifeguard will be on duty, swim at your own risk
-No glass of any kind allowed on the pool deck (reusable drinking vessels are encouraged!)
-Tickets are non refundable except in case of event cancelation
-Please message with any questions at hello@californiamemraidcon.com
Activities during Camp
Underwater Shoot with Liz
Wearables Workshop with Mermaid and Mom
Wearables Workshop with Mermaid and Mom
Shoot with Liz in the gorgeous 17 ft deep infinity pool on site. Liz has been a staff photographer for the California Mermaid Convention since 2021, and is enjoying her newfound talent at shooting mermaids.
Each ticket holder may book one*, 15 minute shoot with this master of underwater photography.
*additional shoots may be available for purchase
Wearables Workshop with Mermaid and Mom
Wearables Workshop with Mermaid and Mom
Wearables Workshop with Mermaid and Mom
Create the mer-fect top, crown or accessory of your dreams with our Weraables Workshop. Mermaid Rachel and Mermon Laurie of Mermaid and Mom will be on hand to guide and give advice.
We will be going step by step through the process of creating a top using items from SumMER Camp Sponsor ID Fabrications - but can assist in the creation of any item.
Mermaid and Mom will be bringing a variety of beautiful items to create and embellish your wearables, and each tickeholder will receive a discount code for items from ID Fabrications!
Dry Shoot with Erin
Wearables Workshop with Mermaid and Mom
DIY Mud Mask Station
Erin St Blaine is no newcomer when it comes to shooting merfolk, and capturing gorgeous images! Through her Goddess Photo Retreats, Erin has brought out the inner beauty of her subjects. Erin is a convention favorite and we are so thrilled to have her onsite!
Each ticket holder may book one* 15 min shoot with Erin
*additional shoots may be available for purchase
DIY Mud Mask Station
Hike, Tour, Explore and More!
DIY Mud Mask Station
What could be more opulent than fresh, bright and hydrated skin? Our DIY Mud Mask station will be available to guests all weekend. Your face will thank you. Many times.
Our Mud Mask Station will be set up next to the Poolside Shower for easy access.
Hike, Tour, Explore and More!
Hike, Tour, Explore and More!
Hike, Tour, Explore and More!
Glyraven Gardens is a working farm with so much to see! From Zinnia Lane to the Glass Sided shower, from the abundant art to roaming white peacocks. Don't forget to have the bathing experience of your life in the glass sided shower, or doze in the shade on the property. We highly recommend starlight soaking in the huge hot tub every night!
All ticket holders are invited to partake in some group photography sessions - including our group photo!
Mermaid Market
Hike, Tour, Explore and More!
Hike, Tour, Explore and More!
Have something you have created that you would like to vend? Old tops or tails that you no longer want? Bring them to swap or sell at the Mermaid Market. This informal 'swap meet' style market will be open to all participants in the Mandela Tent through out the weekend.
All items must be marked with price, payment info and the seller's name.
Mermaid's Day in the Parks
Swim to Disneyland for a Magical Mermaid Moment!
Our longtime vendor Sweet Siren Designs hosts an unofficial meetup at Disneyland Park in sunny southern California. Don your best mermaid scales, and get ready for a day of fishy fun in the happiest place on earth. What could be better than a school of mermaids at Disneyland?!
Saturday, March 11th
Pirate Plunge Pool Party in Anaheim from 11 AM - 3 PM
Pirate Dinner Adventure in Anaheim at 8:15 PM
Sunday, March 12th
Mermaid's Day at the Disneyland Parks on March 13th, 2022 (schedule below)
- These events require a Disneyland/California Adventure ticket purchase to attend
We are so excited to partner with this fin-tastic event! Event details can be found onthe Mermaid's Day Instagram
Mermaid's Day in the Parks Activities
Pirate Plunge Pool Party
Pirate Plunge Pool Party
Pirate Plunge Pool Party
Join us for a truly fin-credible pool party in Anaheim! We are proud to be sponsored by Swimply to host this fun filled afternoon. Dive into an oasis of fun and adventure.
Pool Party Activities
-Heated Pool, hot tub and water slide for all your mermaid needs
-Ambient mermaid photography by Mermaid Wrangler Photography included!
-Hair Tinsel booth
-Vendors Sweet Siren, Mermaid and Mom and Pixie Tribe will be set up poolside to sell their wares; Mermaid, pirate and Disney themed items incoming ;)
-Delicious food truck onsite with meals for purchase
-The Guppy Games: Goofy and informal swim games and tricks. Who will win Bronze, Silver and Gold in the Guppy Games?
Pirate Plunge Pool Party
March 11th, 2023
11 AM - 3 PM
Location Details in ticket purchase
Ages 3+
*limited capacity, first come, first serve
Purchase tickets here
Pirate Dinner Adventure
Pirate Plunge Pool Party
Pirate Plunge Pool Party
We cannot wait to attend the Pirates Dinner Adventure as a group! This splashy show features swashbucking scallywags, aerial flight, and of course...a mermaid or two ;)
Pirates Dinner Adventure has generously given us a group rate in shelli-bration of Mermaid's Day on March 11th for their 8:15 PM showtime! And we will have a special meet and greet photo op with their mermaid performer at the show.
Use code Mermaid2023 for our special rate! Special Rate can only be used when you call in for a reservation. Reservation Office hours are 10am - 6pm Monday thru Sunday (714) 690-1497
$38.45/Adults & $28.45/Kids (plus tax & handling)
*parties of 10+ will be required to pre-pay for gratuity; The only way to guarantee seating together is to book as one reservation (separate reservations will not be seated together).
*this discount only will work for the 8:15 Pm showing on March 11th, 2023
Please note that there is a parking fee of $8 per vehicle ($7 if you pay in advance when you book your reservation).
Book your Reservation here
A Day in the Parks
A Day in the Parks
A Day in the Parks
Mermaid's Day returns to Disney Parks - see the schedule posted above.
We will be gathering for group photos, ride takeovers, mermaid fun and raffles throughout the day! You may even win a ticket to The California Mermaid Convention!
Wear your best mermaid and pirate inspired attire (no costumes please, Disney only allows children to attend parks in full costume) and make this the splashiest year yet!
*Disney's California Adventure (DCA)
*Disneyland Resort (DL)
*Disneyland Hotel (DLH)
A Day in the Parks
A Day in the Parks
Mermaid's Day in the Park Merch
Mermaid's Day 'D' Brooch
Mermaid's Day 'D' Brooch
Mermaid's Day 'D' Brooch
The Mermaids Day official Mermaid Scale "D" brooch by Match Accessories and Mermaids Day. This listing is for the 2023 edition, and will have the Mermaid's Day logo and year etched on the back! Limited quantity
Purchase here
Map Tote Bag
Mermaid's Day 'D' Brooch
Mermaid's Day 'D' Brooch
The official Mermaid’s Day 2023 Tote! With this years theme - Pirate 🏴☠️ Printed on both sides. This practical, high-quality Tote Bag is available in three sizes. All over print provides comfort with style
Available in 3 sizes - check the size chart below: .: 100% Polyester.: Boxed corners: Black cotton handles.
Purchase here
Mermaids Day T-shirt
Mermaid's Day 'D' Brooch
Mermaids Day T-shirt
Mermaid's Day 2022 Official Tee! With this year's theme : Pirates! Unisex sizing--Please refer to the size chart on website.
Purchase Here