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Welcome to Moku's first annual virtual exhibition, Under the Sea. It is our privilege to present a collection of artworks that celebrate the majesty of our oceans while advocating for their protection and sustainability. Under the Sea is more than just an exhibition; it is a testament to the profound connection between art and advocacy. […]
🌊 Hackathon "Participatory Science for Ocean" WarmUp from April 1st to June 2 - Meeting from June 3-12, 2025 Turn your ideas into real-world impact for the ocean! As part of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC), take part in 10 days of innovation, international collaboration, and hands-on citizen science on the beautiful French […]
Join us for the 10th annual National Shark Awareness Week celebration! We're bringing the ocean to Zoo Olomouc on the weekend of May 31 – June 1, 2025, in honor of the World Ocean Day — and you’re invited! Ever wondered why sharks and other marine predators are so important to our oceans? Curious about […]
The StFX Biology Dept. in, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, will host their 12th Annual World Oceans Day event on May 31st, 2025. Come celebrate with us and learn about the oceans and marine biodiversity. At this interactive event, participants will have the opportunity to see and interact with live marine organisms, learn from ocean scientists and […]
ReefBlitz is an annual event that brings together students, divers, fishers, scientists and conservationists and multiple citizen science programs to help Queensland communities collect a snapshot of information relevant to reef health. The citizen science tool iNaturalist is the method we use to record observations and in 2024 there were 2,573 observations of 651 species […]
O Dia Mundial dos Oceanos será comemorado no Instituto de Biodiversidade e Sustentabilidade - NUPEM UFRJ nos dias 5 e 6 de junho de 2025. Atividades de oficinas, exposições interativas, aquários marinhos, visita ao BioMuseu, réplicas de animais marinhos e costeiros, jogos e curiosidades sobre os oceanos e sua fantástica biodiversidade.
The annual Open Day (OD) of the Piran Marine Biology Station (National Institute of Biology; MBP-NIB) is organised as part of cooperative programmes with UNESCO to celebrate the World Ocean Day and to increase ocean literacy among the general public. OD is the main promotional activity of MBP-NIB and is very popular, especially among primary […]
Celebrate World Ocean Day 2025 with Galway Atlantaquaria by taking part in our Big World Ocean Day Quiz. Vote on answers to questions about different ocean habitats. Suitable for 3rd-6th class students.
For World Ocean Day, the National Aquarium will be celebrating all weekend long! We plan to have our aquarists chat to guests, more educational carts out, a passport to get stamped as they progress through the aquarium, a pledge activity with our dolphins, and a discount at the gift shop.
Join our Illustration Studio for an ocean-themed drawing day, and learn more about the marine life of Okinawa! On the menu: drawing, coloring, creative games and a Turtle Drawing Contest! We are proud to put together this event to raise awareness of the sea creatures that live in Okinawa waters, and in particular the wonderful […]
Come out and help us restore mangroves through a clean up on Miami Beach at 17th and Collins.
Party for the Planet at Roger Williams Park Zoo for the Ocean! Celebrate World Ocean Day and enjoy a family fun-filled day that emphasizes the importance of protecting our planet. Enjoy hands-on education stations, keeper talks, and learn from local organizations and community friends how you can make a difference. (World Ocean Day activities are […]
Please join us for a special sail on San Francisco Bay, an event dedicated to the ocean and all its creatures. There will be marine mammal observations, sustainability programming, and the opportunity to participate in raising the sail and helping steer the ship. Brigantine Matthew Turner is a 132' wooden sailing ship, built in Sausalito […]
A fun and interactive in person event at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium with live animal presentations that focus on impacts of plastic pollution and climate change, informational tables with hands-on biofacts ranging from sea turtle and manatee conservation to coral research and restoration, and even a reusable coloring table for kids and grownups alike […]
Join us in celebrating the beauty and importance of our oceans on World Ocean Day! This special day is dedicated to raising awareness about the vital role oceans play in supporting life on Earth. Dive into hands-on activities, engaging exhibits, and expert talks focused on marine ecosystems, ocean conservation, and the diverse creatures that inhabit […]
Join our Illustration Studio for an ocean-themed drawing day, and learn more about the marine life of Okinawa! On the menu: drawing, coloring, creative games and a Turtle Drawing Contest! We are proud to put together this event to raise awareness of the sea creatures that live in Okinawa waters, and in particular the wonderful […]
Take a deep breath and join us on World Ocean Day for a fantastic family fun event exploring life beneath the sea both past and present! 🌊 Fossil hunter, folklorist, man of faith, stonemason, geologist, editor, writer and social justice campaigner – Hugh Miller was one of the great Scots of the 19th century. Although […]
Join the Oceanarium in Bar Harbor, Maine for a day-long event of live music, games, ocean-oriented vendors, and speakers and presenters discussing relevant ideas and issues affecting the Gulf of Maine today. High tide, low tide, or somewhere in between, you’ll love it. Bring the whole family and wear blue for the ocean!
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