Hermanus Whale Festival
2026-10-02 – 2026-10-04 · Hermanus town centre, Old Harbour, Gearing's Point & the cliff path (Hermanus)
The world's only Eco-Marine Festival, celebrating its 35th year and the annual return of Southern Right Whales to Hermanus. Three days of land-based whale watching along the cliff path, an interactive Eco-Marine Village focused on ocean conservation and education, live music at Gearing’s Point, the popular Street Parade, arts and crafts vendors, a Harbour-to-Harbour Fun Run, a Pirates & Mermaids Treasure Hunt for kids, and the Whales and Wheels classic car show — all built around the festival’s own theme of Discover, Protect, Educate.
| Cost | Free entry (some activities, e.g. the fun run, have their own separate cost) |
| Website | https://hermanuswhalefestival.co.za/ |