Free activity: Take a self-guided tour of eight whale art pieces located in Victor Harbor. Trail maps available for download online or printed versions are available from the Victor Harbor Information Centre or Coral Street Art Space.

Victor Harbor Science Fair features captivating science shows, robotics, astronomy, and engaging hands-on activities for primary school aged children.

Hear from a panel of 5 speakers, hosted by a young environmental enthusiast Django Westmoreland, coming from different sectors of the sustainability water community to talk about the future of water.

A raucous musical experience with pirate punks Captain Hellfire and the Wretched Brethren, ably assisted by locals Sudden Age and hardcore/metal from Storm the Crown.

Join in for an enriching experience at the farm. Explore the landscape as it appeared hundreds of years ago durig a tour of native remnant vegetation.

Learn about the significance of revegetation efforts through an engaging talk and get hands on with tree planting. As we collaborate to enhance the environment, take a moment to enjoy a delightful morning tea amidst nature's serenity.

Join us to run one of South Australia’s most iconic landmarks – Granite Island at Victor Harbor. The Granite Island Run courses will challenge runners of all levels with the new causeway, tram lines, gravel trails and some short sharp climbs to negotiate, but you will be rewarded with million dollar views across our spectacular south coast.

The Ocean Film Festival World Tour showcases a 3 hour celebration of our oceans comprised of sublime footage taken above and below the water’s surface. This unique collection of short films from around the globe document the beauty and power of the ocean.

On this tour, you will hear about the local early and successful whaling industry around the Bluff and Granite Island. Also hear some stories of the whalers in the Bay!

Join us for a day of learning traditional weaving with local Ramindjeri/Ngarrindjeri contemporary artist Cedric Varcoe. During the class Cedric will share story of culture and country.

Join us again this season to once again welcome and celebrate the majestic whales visiting our Encounter Bay waters.

We will tune into the ebb ’n’ flow of the tides connecting to our deeper inner emotions as Jo offers bowl frequencies along with hang and medicine drums. The unique sounds of the didgeridoo will also be included to honour and celebrate Kondoli.

Free event (bookings essential): Meet and hear environmentalist, scientist and advocate Dr. Mike Bossley as he delves into the mysteries of whale strandings, offering insights and actionable solutions.

Come and join in for an afternoon of weaving..... creating a beautiful wall hanging with emu feathers, raffia, quandong seeds and shells.

Weaving workshop will be led by Ngarrindjeri artist Amanda Westley.

Tickets $80 pp. All materials provided, just bring your drink bottle .

Free event (bookings essential): Join the CLLMM Research team for a day of science at the Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth (CLLMM) Research Centre.

With four sessions throughout the day there will be activities for all ages.

Free event (bookings essential): Opening event for the 2024 Water People Exhibition. Curator Lauren Weir brings works together by Australian multi-disciplinary artists who will explore our relationship with the future of water. Complimentary light nibbles and wine.

Happy Hour with the Water People exhibition artists

Curator Lauren Weir brings works together by Australian multi-disciplinary artists who will explore our relationship with the future of water. Your Ticket Includes (bookings essential) entry to the artist talk and a glass of wine on arrival.

Ngarrindjeri have a strong connection with the whale. Come for a walk across the waters from Pultang Victor Harbor to Kaiki-Granite Island with Ngarrindjeri as we explain our connection to Kondoli the whale. 11:30am and.1:00pm Sunday 9 June. Duration 45 minutes (approx). Bookings essential.

Join us at 9:00am on Sunday, 9 June 2024, with a traditional Ramindjeri Welcoming of the Whales and Smoking Ceremony at the Victa Cinemas. Please note venue change due to forecast rain Sunday.

Free, bookings essential: Our Junior Whale Spotter Program aims to teach kids, and adults, about the different types of whales we see here on South Coast, and how to identify them. Suitable for kids aged 8 years to adults. 30 minute sessions with two session times available to choose from, 11:30am 12:30pm and 1:30pm.

Join Experiencing Marine Sanctuaries for a totally immersive experience.... Put on a pair of VR goggles and immerse yourself in the marine life of the ‘Great Southern Reef’. Experience the colourful giant Australian cuttlefish, friendly sea lions, seadragons, and what it is like to dive under the Rapid Bay jetty surrounded by other divers and large schools of reef fish. 

Free event: The Victor Harbor Artisan Market is a great place to gather with friends and family – in support of 50 plus local and South Australian artisans, creative small businesses, food & beverage vendors and musicians. Held in the heart of Victor Harbor at Railway Plaza, under Moreton Bay fig trees and amongst the towns cherished heritage buildings.

Free event: A family friendly day in Railway Plaza filled with talks, workshops, music, local artists, and kids’ activities.

Speak to local conservation groups, browse ocean themed local artisan stalls. Join in the junior whale spotter training session, wander the SA Whale Centre and Sea Shepherd exhibit.

Play lawn games and have a great family fun filled day!

Join the Big Duck Boat Tour crew for a beach clean-up at Victor Harbor! Convene at Kent Reserve, Encounter Bay, 2pm sharp. Let's safeguard our beautiful beaches together. Remember to bring your own gloves and rubbish bags to make a real impact. See you there for a day of community and environmental action!

Free Event (bookings essential): Learn about the dune system along our stunning coastline and how it is being cared for. This presentation will show the remarkable results of the work that has been done over 22 years by this award-winning group of volunteers, Victor Harbor Coastcare. It will show the diverse range of activities performed by a small group of volunteers to restore and protect a narrow strip of coastline between the Bluff and Hayborough.