In the end we will conserve only what we love; we will love only what we understand; and we will understand only what we are taught.
Baba Dioum
OCEAN FESTIVAL
The Ocean Festival is a series of impactful global events to celebrate World Ocean Day (08 June).
The Ocean Festival events aim to engage with communities, educate about the importance of conservation, inspire people to take action to protect the world’s oceans and stimulate economic tourism for coastal communities.
OCEAN FESTIVAL THEMES
ENGAGEMENT
ENGAGEMENT
ENGAGEMENT
Promoting a personal connection with the ocean on World Ocean Day and through enjoyable outdoor festival events that also celebrate various ocean and estuarine environments.
EDUCATION
ENGAGEMENT
ENGAGEMENT
Offering research presentations, school workshops, and art activism to advocate for ocean health and conservation awareness. these all form part of the World Ocean Day celebration and Ocean Festival events.
ECONOMICS
ENGAGEMENT
ECONOMICS
Ocean Festival events boost ocean-based economies and local businesses in coastal areas worldwide, fostering sustainable practices, promoting tourism, and encouraging environmentally conscious commercial activities, while celebrating World Ocean Day.
Our History
Our Activities
Our Activities
Ocean Festival, from its humble beginnings at Scottburgh Main Beach in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa in 2023, to becoming one of the biggest concurrent celebrations of World Ocean Day through our Ocean Festival events in over 6 different countries. Keep an eye out for an Ocean Festival near you!
Our Activities
Our Activities
Our Activities
There's something for everyone at Ocean Festival events. Celebrate World Ocean Day with beach clean ups, educational workshops, scientific research presentations, ocean sports, wellness, yoga and art sessions, movies and live music. You'll never run out of things to do.
Our Community
Our Activities
Our Community
Join the Ocean Festival events to become part of global network of ocean loving people and organisations who are celebrating World Ocean Day and the gift of the ocean. Meet new people, make a meaningful difference and celebrate together.
Our Mission
Our Activities
Our Community
At Ocean Festival, our mission is to provide a platform for us to celebrate World Ocean Day and the Ocean Festival events. We aim to create a sustainable global movement of passionate citizens who think progressively about saving our oceans.
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