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🐋 WOW! The Hermanus Whale Festival! 🌊Save the dates: **2 – 4 October 2026**
For 35 incredible years, the Hermanus Whale Festival has celebrated the return of the majestic Southern Right Whales to the shores of Hermanus — and 2026 is shaping up to be bigger than ever!
Known as the **ONLY eco-marine festival in the world**, this iconic event attracts between **75,000 and 130,000 visitors** over one unforgettable weekend filled with whales, ocean conservation, music, food, family fun, and coastal magic. 💙
✨ What can you expect at the 2026 Hermanus Whale Festival?
🐋 The best land-based whale watching in the world
🌍 Interactive Eco-Marine Marquee
🎤 Marine & Nature Talks
🎈 Kiddies Entertainment
🏃 Fun Run - Harbour 2 Harbour Race
🎺 Spectacular Street Parade
🎶 Live Music at Gearings Point
📻 Live Radio Broadcasts
🍔 Amazing Food Courts
🛍️ Markets, Vendors & Local Crafters
💪 Strongman Competition *(confirmation pending)*
🔎 Eco-Marine Treasure Hunt for kids
* All activities [still need to be confirmed]
This festival is more than entertainment — it’s about creating awareness, inspiring conservation, and protecting the whales and marine wildlife that make our coastline so special. 🌊🐬🐧
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of ocean adventure, family fun, and whale-sized excitement in Hermanus!
📍 Hermanus, South Africa
📅 2 – 4 October 2026
Website - https://hermanuswhalefestival.co.za/
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Event venue
Market Square, 7200 Hermanus, South Africa, 3 Market St, Hermanus, 7200, South Africa
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