Outdoor Activities
What to Expect at this Event
The California Mermaid Convention is family-friendly. All ages are welcome to attend. However, parents please note that some costuming or performances (especially at the Bubble Ball) may tilt toward alluring or frightening.
Friday, May 17th
Promenade of Mermaids 🐬 An annual parade of mers in historic Old Town Sacramento.
Launch Party & Fashion Show 🍹 Performances hosted at Sacramento Dive Bar's 40 foot saltwater tank.
Saturday, May 18th
Main Convention & Mermaid Swims 🧜♀️ Children's Pool and Adult Swim Pool, MERch vendors, and workshops.
Photography 📸 Roaming event photographers, group photo opportunities, and individual photo shoots.
Children's Programming 🐚 Family-friendly mermaid performers, games, and treasure hunts.
The Bubble Ball 🫧 An underwater extravaganza with dancing, drinks, and photo opportunities.
Sunday, May 19th
Main Convention & Mermaid Swims 🔱 Spend another day in the water and catching up with friends.
Private Grotto Swim 🦀 An exclusive, luxury evening swim held at a pirate-themed pool in a secret location.
👕 Get an Exclusive Convention Tee 👕
Anyone who books their Mermaid Convention hotel stay of 2 nights or more using the Visit Rancho Cordova website is eligible to receive a FREE, limited-edition 2024 t-shirt. This shirt is a collectable. You can't get it anywhere else!
