Hermanus Whale Festival 2019 - Hermanus Festivals

The annual Hermanus Whale Festival is BACK - 30 Sept - 2 Oct 2022. It's a celebration of the return of the southern right whales to the coastal waters of Southern Africa.

The gentle giants are the main attraction, but there are loads to do, eat and drink at the Hermanus Whale Festival – from live music to vintage cars!

The festival combines whale watching from shore and sea with live shows, hands-on family fun, street parades, film, music, seafood and local produce.

What can you expect at the Hermanus whale Festival?

There’s a spectacular street parade, vibrant markets showcasing and selling the work of local artisans, great food, educational marine displays, lots of children’s entertainment, live music, and – of course – the best whale watching experience in the world!!

An inter-active Eco – Marine Village with loads of activities, each will be in the program
Marine and other Nature talks in the Marine tent
Treasure hunt in the Eco-Marine Tent for the kiddies on Saturday and Sunday (12 pm-2pm)
10km Fun Run to new Harbour on Saturday morning 7am
3 x day Live Music on the Coke Stage at Gearing’s Point
Local Talent present “battle of the DJ’s” Friday on the Coke Stage [3 – 8pm]
Kiddies Entertainment on Market Square and Eco-Marine Village
The popular Street Parade on Saturday Morning
Whales and Wheels Classic Car Show at Sandbaai Hall
Arts & Craft Stalls on Market Square.
Great food at the festival as well as restaurants in Hermanus
Strongman Competition – Sunday
Rugby + Netball at the Mount Pleasant Rugby Field

View the full programme here.

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Hermanus Whale Festival

The Only Eco-Marine Festival in the world!