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YOI World Ocean Day 2024 Zine Contest

About YOI WOD Zine 🌊 Join us in celebrating World Ocean Day (June 8th) by submitting to our zine with an artwork about the ocean! There will be a live […]

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Bow Seat’s True Blue Fellowship

The True Blue Fellowship (formerly the Fellowship Grant Program) aims to connect and empower youth around the world to leverage the creative arts to enact change in local communities to […]

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Conservation Crafts at OdySea Aquarium

OdySea Aquarium 9500 East Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, AZ 85256, Ventura, AZ, United States

KIDS 12 AND UNDER CAN CELEBRATE ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY AND WORLD OCEAN DAY AT ODYSEA AQUARIUM AND GET ONE FREE CHILD'S ADMISSION TICKET! 1. Create an art piece representing an […]

Invasion of the Jellyfish

Lewisham Arthouse 140 Lewisham Way, London, United Kingdom

Artist Angela McMahon creates a physical immersive installation composed of suspended and floor standing sculptures of fantastical sea creatures at Lewisham Arthouse, London SE14 6PD By imagining the undersea world […]

Under the Sea, Virtual Exhibition

virtual , United States

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 […]

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Under the Sea, Virtual Exhibition

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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 […]

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Reef Blitz 2024

Great Barrier Reef 14 Cleveland Terrace, Townsville, Queenslands, Australia

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 […]

Deerfield Beach Citizen Art and Eco Fest

North of the Deerfield Beach Pier 200 NE 21st Ave, Deerfield Beach, Florida

We are reaching out to extend an invitation for you to participate in our upcoming World Ocean Day Event, taking place in Deerfield Beach (just North of the pier on […]

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World Ocean Day Celebration at the New England Aquarium

New England Aquarium 1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, United States, Boston, MA, United States

The New England Aquarium is celebrating World Ocean Day with activities that bring attention to the importance of protecting the ocean for future generations. People of all ages are invited […]

St Mary’s Ocean Day Celebration

Whale Sanctuary Visitor's Centre 8186 Highway 7, Sherbrooke, Nova Scotia, Canada

The Whale Sanctuary Project and St. Mary’s Municipality invite you to join us for the first-ever St. Mary’s Ocean Day Celebration on June 1st from 1-4 PM. As part of […]

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Bali Ocean Week

Bali, Indonesia Kyoto, Bali, Japan

Join Bali Ocean Week (BOW) for a week-long celebration of our ocean! From June 1st to 8th, participate in exciting events across Canggu, Uluwatu, Sanur, Gili Islands, and more. Learn: […]

Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival

Friendship Park 5665 Teredo St, Sechelt, BC, Canada

Join us for our 5th annual Sunshine Coast Ocean Festival! This year's festival is produced in collaboration with RhizomeUP!Media and Rogue Fest. We have a full week of activities FREE […]

World Ocean Day Celebration!

Seacoast Science Center 570 Ocean Blvd., Rye, NH, United States

This year we are celebrating 33 years of providing exceptional coastal and ocean education! Meet local scientists, divers, artists, and conservationists who are passionate about protecting our one world ocean. […]

$20

Sea Camp – Texas A&M University at Galveston

1001 Texas Clipper Rd., Galveston, TX 77554 1001 Texas Clipper Rd., Galveston, Texas, United States

Sea Camp is a week-long marine adventure for ages 10-18. Throughout the summer, Sea Campers will explore marine environments while learning about the ocean's inhabitants and ecosystems. Sea Campers will […]

Gli Incontri sul Mediterraneo Vista Oceano – Save the turtles

Liceo Artistico Federico II Stupor Mundi di Corato (BA) Via Teano, Corato, Bari, Italy

Esperienza didattica sulla realtà aumentata e realtà immersiva. Uso di visori alla scoperta dei fondali e fauna marina per la Giornata Mondiale degli Oceani.   Learn more here!

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Atlântico: Mar e Terra

A exposição Atlântico: Mar e Terra é o culminar dum projeto apoiado pelo Erasmus+, que visa apoiar a implementação de práticas e estratégias pedagógicas sustentáveis. Este projeto foi desenvolvido com […]

Marine Fest 2024

Scottish Seabird Center The Harbour, Harbour Terrace, North Berwick EH39 4SS, United Kingdom, North Berwick, www.seabird.org, United Kingdom

Scottish Seabird Centre invites you to dive into Marine Fest, a five day programme of events from 6th – 10th June, celebrating our seas and marking World Ocean Day - […]

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Sinda Island Cleanup

Sind Island Dar Es Salaam, Dar es Salam, Tanzania

In honour of this day, we have organized the Sinda Island Cleanup Event, an engaging and impactful event aimed at cleaning up the beautiful Sinda Island while raising awareness about […]

Sinda Island Cleanup

Sind Island Dar Es Salaam, Dar es Salam, Tanzania

In honour of this day, Sana Mare Tanzania and Mazingira Konekti are hosting the Sinda Island Cleanup Event, an engaging and impactful event aimed at cleaning up the beautiful Sinda […]

Open Day of the Marine Biology Station Piran (National Institute of Biology)

Marine Biology Station Piran Fornače 41, 6330 Piran - Pirano, Slovenia, Pirano, Slovenia

The annual Open Day (OD) of the Marine Biology Station Piran (National Institute of Biology; MBP-NIB) is organised as part of cooperative programmes with UNESCO to celebrate the World Ocean […]

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Festival de los Mares y Océanos

Por segundo año consecutivo celebramos 🥳 el día mundial de los océanos con nuestro Festival de los Mares y Océanos 🌊 Por nuestra condición insular, nuestra mirada está en el […]

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VIBE THE GREEN WAY

📌 🌍🌊 Green Day POWERHOUSE! We're kicking things off with an epic Environment Fair (10am-6pm) showcasing all things recycled and eco-friendly at the Alliance Française d'Accra ⁠ Then, get ready […]

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World Ocean Day at Marine Biological Center

Hyatt Regency Phucket Resort Address: 16, 12 Moo 6 Kamala, Amphur Kathu, Phuket, 83150, Thailand

Join us at Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort for World Ocean Day on June 8th, 2024! We've planned a day full of engaging and educational activities aimed at promoting ocean conservation. […]

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Listen to the sounds of the ocean

From what we have heard about global warming, which has turned into a "boiling" state of the world that affects us today, we hear that this world is boiling. But […]

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Global Beach Cleanup

Ocean debris kills nearly one million sea creatures every single year. Saving dolphins and whales is about more than simply ending the captivity trade. Dolphin Project believes that ocean conservation […]

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A journey through the Arctic Tipping Points

Abel Tasman Bergen, Vestland, Norway

Join the Abel Tasman on a journey through the 6 Arctic Tipping Points. The Arctic is home to 6 of the 16 Global Tipping Points - critical thresholds that represent […]

World Ocean Weekend

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk North Water Street, Norwalk, CT, United States

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk invites guests to explore the wonders of the ocean with special activities during its World Ocean Weekend on Saturday, June 8, and Sunday, June 9. […]

SEMANA OCEÂNICA PB – Oceanic Week

Espaço Oceano Rua dos Pescadores 501. Cond. Enseada dos Corais, C1. Praia do Seixas. Praia do Seixas, João Pessoa, Paraíba. CEP: 58.045-600, Brazil

A Semana Oceânica PB tem como propósito criar um espaço de diálogo colaborativo entre municípios, setor privado, sociedade civil organizada e academia em torno da conservação e utilização sustentável dos […]

World Ocean Day Beach Cleanup

Regional Maritime University Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS TO HELP CLEAN TURTLE NESTING BEACH Plastic Punch, @af_accra is organizing a beach cleanup in the Regional Maritime University/ Mighty beach (Nungua) to raise awareness on the […]

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Plastic Punch World Ocean Day Beach Clean-up

Regional Maritime University Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana

Plastic Punch is organising a beach cleanup in the Regional Maritime University/ Mighty beach (Nungua, Accra) to raise awareness on the dangers of plastics for the environment and marine life […]

Perdido Key World Ocean Day 2024

Perdido Key Beach Access #4 16470 Perdido Key Dr, Pensacola, FL, United States

World Ocean Day is here again! Saturday, June 8th, 2024, will be an unforgettable day of fitness, family-friendly activities, beach vendors and fun! Imagine starting off your morning with a […]

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World Ocean Day Celebration

Reid Park Zoo 3400 Zoo Court, Tucson, AZ 85716, Tucson, AZ, United States

Come join us at Reid Park Zoo in a celebration for World Ocean Day! Our  volunteers will be hosting activities throughout the Zoo including: Storytime Ocean themed chalk art activity […]

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BRPBAP3 Maros Mangrove Nursery

Saturday, June 8 2024, to commemorate World Ocean Day, BRPBAP3 Maros carried out mangrove nursery activities. World Ocean Day is an important moment to remind us of the importance of […]

Beneath the Surface: A Dive & Beach Cleanup

Central Coast Aquarium San Juan Street, Avila Beach, CA, United States

You’re invited to make a splash for a cause at our Beach & Dive Clean-Up event in celebration of World Oceans Day! Dive into action as we come together to […]

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Dia Mundial dels Oceans

Per celebrar aquesta efemèride tan significativa per a qui estima la mar...i per a qui l’hauria d’estimar, per tots els beneficis que ens regala, organitzem, junt amb diverses entitats, una […]

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World Ocean Day Beach Cleanup

New Smyrna Beach FL, United States

For World Oceans Day, Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is doing a cleanup at New Smyrna Beach in recognition of this exciting day. We will have staff and volunteers […]

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Rocky Shore Ramble

GeckoEnvironmentCouncil 139 Durigan Street, Currumbin, Qld, Australia

Celebrate World Oceans Day with Gecko Environment Council's Rocky Shore Ramble! Join us for an informative and enjoyable outing along the Currumbin estuary and local foreshore. Led by knowledgeable guides, […]

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Oceanic Society & Sea Trek ‘Paddle the Gate’ Kayaking Tour

Ft. Baker Sausalito, CA, United States

 Re-join fellow Oceanic Society members for an ocean-filled morning. You've signed up for a thrilling guided kayak trip. We'll meet and launch at Horsehoe Bay, Ft. Baker. After a short lesson […]

$175

Maine Ocean Festival

Oceanarium and Education Center 1351 ME-3 Bar Harbor, ME, United States

The Maine Ocean Festival came into existence when the staff at the Oceanarium brainstormed about creating our first annual fundraiser to support our mission of providing educational exhibits and programs […]

The Maine Ocean Festival – Family Friendly!

The Oceanarium and Education Center Maine 3, Bar Harbor, ME, United States

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 […]

World Ocean Day Celebration

North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores 1 Roosevelt Blvd,, Pine Knoll Shores, NC, United States

The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores is celebrating World Ocean Day! On June 8, we will be featuring three of the biggest ocean conservation concerns: marine debris, climate […]

World Ocean Day at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada 288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Join us to celebrate the Ocean on World Ocean Day. Along with the 16 000 aquatic animals that call the Aquarium home, we’ll have several community partners onsite, including Sharkwater […]

Action for Our Ocean – WWF Indonesia + Marine Buddies Event

Living World Denpasar Jalan Gatot Subroto Timur, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia

Action for Our Ocean is a campaign for World Ocean Day conducted by WWF-Indonesia and a youth community called Marine Buddies. This event will be held in six cities around […]

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Off The Charts World Ocean Clean Up

Celebrate World Ocean Day with us by making a difference! We're organizing a beach cleanup event in Oceanside, starting at the pier and extending southward as far as we can […]

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Waikīkī Aquarium’s World Ocean Day Coastal Cleanup

Waikiki Aquarium 2777 Kalākaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI, United States

Celebrate World Ocean Day at the Waikīkī Aquariumʻs Coastal Cleanup on Saturday, June 8th, 2024 from 10AM - 12PM! World Ocean Day is an opportunity to unite and rally for […]

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World Ocean Day Celebration at the Greensboro Science Center

Greensboro Science Center 4301 Lawndale Dr, Greensboro, NC 27455-1899, Greensboro, NC, United States

World Ocean Day is an internationally celebrated day for people everywhere to unite, celebrate and take action for our shared blue planet. The GSC invites guests of all ages to […]

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Cameron Park Zoo World Ocean Day Celebration

Cameron Park Zoo 1701 N 4th St, Waco, TX 76707, United States, TX, United States

Cameron park zoo World Ocean Day celebration will be taking place from 10 am to 3 pm on Sat. June 8th, 2024. The celebrations will include mermaids, scuba divers, keeper […]

World Ocean Day Beach Cleaning Tour

hong kong sai kung Hong Kong Sai Kung Sha Ha Road 1 Blue sky sports club, HONG KONG, Hong Kong

World Ocean Day Beach Cleaning Tour To support World Ocean Day, Blue Sky Sports Club will host a “World Ocean Day Beach Cleaning Tour” on June 8th. We will lead […]

National Oceanography Centre Ocean Open Day

national oceanography centre European Way, Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom

In celebration of World Ocean Day (8 June), the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) Southampton is delighted to be opening the doors to ocean enthusiasts of all ages for its annual […]

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UN Ocean Decade ‘Tides of Tomorrow: World Ocean Day Celebrations’

Pebbles Beach, Bay street, Barbados Bay Street, Bridgetown, Saint Michael, Barbados

The event aims to address the lack of exposure and understanding among the youth regarding the problems affecting our oceans. As the future leaders of our society, it is crucial […]

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Sonderprogramm World Ocean Day Norderney

Promenade vor der Kaiserwiese Aufgang Bismarckstraße Norderney Bismarckstraße, Norderney, Niedersachsen, Germany

Anlässlich des von der UN ausgerufenen World Ocean Day sind wir am 08. Juni zwischen 10 und 15 Uhr mit kostenlosem Kurzprogramm zu jeder vollen Stunde sowie mit Infostand vor […]

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World Ocean Day

Salthill and Monkstown Beach Longford Terrace, Dublin, dublin, Ireland

Date/Day: 8th June 2024  Time: 10:30 AM - 2:45 PM Location: Salthill and Monkstown Beach  Dress Code: Casual  There will be a conference session at the beginning of the event […]

$300

“El Océano junto a tu mascota”. “The Ocean alongside your pet”

Mirador "Segundo Yagual" 2do Muelle. Salinas. Ecuador. Malecon entre la 38 y la 40, Salinas 241550, Salinas, Santa Elena, Ecuador

Concurso fotográfico “El océano junto a tu mascota” organizado por la academia (Universidad Estatal Península de Santa Elena UPSE) y el gobierno local (Gobierno Autónomo Descentralizado Municipal de Salinas) para […]

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World Ocean Day

Join us for World Ocean Day at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic on Saturday, June 8th, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. This special day will be filled with […]

$14.50

World Oceans Day with STEAM PEI

Etl-kisite'tasik Stan MacPherson Way, Charlottetown, PE, Canada

🌊 Dive into an ocean of excitement with STEAM PEI this World Ocean Day! Join us on Saturday, June 8th, for an unforgettable celebration of our blue planet. Immerse yourself […]

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Catalyzing Ocean and Climate Action

Join us for an immersive and educational webinar, "Catalyzing Ocean and Climate Action," where we will embark on a virtual journey into the heart of our planet's vast and mysterious […]

Celebrate World Oceans Day with Heal the Bay Aquarium

Heal the Bay Aquarium Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA, United States

On World Oceans Day people around the globe come together to honor our oceans, which cover over 70% of Earth’s surface and sustain a large diversity of marine animal species. Explore […]

Free – $12

Gabriola Ocean Day

Snuneymuxw First Nation invites EVERYONE to celebrate World Ocean Day on June 8th from 12-4 pm down on Snuneymuxw First Nation land, at Degnen Bay. Supported by GAC’s Breaking Bannock […]

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8 de Junho: Dia dos Oceanos no Planetário PUC Minas

Museu de Ciências Naturais PUC Minas Av. Dom José Gaspar, 290, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil

O Dia dos Oceanos das Nações Unidas é comemorado, anualmente, em 8 de junho. O tema da campanha de 2024 será "Catalisando Ações para o Nosso Oceano e Clima". A […]

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Ocean Youth Eco Film Festival

Central Star Ferry Pier No. 8 7 Man Yiu St Central, Hong Kong SAR, China

Ocean Youth Eco International Film Festival (OYEIFF) is an annual film festival for young filmmakers focusing on raising awareness about ocean protection.  Short films (no longer than 30 minutes) made […]

Do The Dunes

As Jimmy Buffett sang, ‘Mother, mother ocean, I can hear your call…’ Answer the call on Saturday, June 8th, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. for our inaugural “Do The […]

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World Ocean Day Soiree at The Florida Aquarium

The Florida Aquarium 701 Channelside Dr., Tampa, FL, United States

Join us for an evening of picturesque views at The Florida Aquarium’s inaugural World Ocean Day Soirée. Your journey begins with cocktail hour on the Rooftop Terrace before you set […]

McNabs Island Beach Cleanup

McNabs Island Halifax Harbour Halifax Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada

Celebrate Environment Week and Ocean Week by helping the Friends of McNabs Island Society clean up McNabs Island Provincial Park on Sunday June 9th, 2024 (rain date June 16th). Over […]

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Heritage Walk and Talk in Baginbun

Join us in celebration of World Oceans Day as we come together for transformative collaboration towards a healthier blue planet and a more just, equitable, and sustainable society. Climate Ambassador, […]

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Paddleboarding litter pick

Slipway Quay, Cargreen, Saltash PL12 6PA, UK Cargreen, Cornwall, United Kingdom

Join us for a paddle boarding clean up and take action for the planet. Whether you are a complete beginner or a total pro – everyone is welcome, and no […]

$10

LBF – NCF World Ocean Day 2024 Symposium

Nigerian Conservation Federation Centre Lekki - Epe Expressway, Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria

The World Ocean Day 2024 sees a partnership between Lekan Bakare Foundation and the Nigerian Conservation Foundation organize a symposium where experts, strategic leaders, stakeholders from various sectors, Blue Economy, […]

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World Ocean Day Celebration

A World Ocean Day event at the Lower School of St Catherine's. Catalysing Action for Our Ocean and Climate. By uniting, we can significantly increase awareness and action, and generate […]

Virtual State of the Oceans Briefing

Save the Date of June 18th for a briefing on the state of the oceans and deep dive into Sea Shepherd’s campaigns to protect endangered marine wildlife worldwide. Registration is […]

2024 Sea Shepherd State of the Ocean Briefing

Save the Date of June 18th for a briefing on the state of the oceans and deep dive into Sea Shepherd’s campaigns to protect endangered marine wildlife worldwide. The briefing […]

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PLETT OCEAN FESTIVAL

Plett Tourism hosts the three-day Plett Marine Science Symposium and a host of outdoor activities and excursions on and about the Plett and South African shoreline and ocean. Observe, conserve […]

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