Mermaid of the Year Competition

Join the 2026 Mermaid of the Year Competition!


Do you embody Safety, Inclusivity, Kindness, and Adventure? Whether you’re a mermaid, scuba diver, freediver, ocean advocate, or simply mermaid at heart, this is your chance to shine!

Apply below, pay your $25 entry fee via Venmo @catalinaislandmermaids, and we’ll create your official contestant profile with a personalized voting link.

Votes are cast by the public — so share your story, promote your profile, and rally your supporters! Winners are chosen by popular vote.

  • First Place – $300 and Crowned the Mermaid of the Year
  • Second Place – A Free Catalina Island Mermaid Underwater Photoshoot
  • Third Place –
APPLY HERE!

Below, you’ll find our 2025 Contestants and Winners — each one was a shining example of mermaid magic! 💙