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Sacred Journey Exhibit

Science World 1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Discover how the Tribal Canoe Journeys have catalyzed the revitalization of Indigenous culture, community healing, and youth empowerment on the Pacific Northwest Coast. Experience this amazing journey – told through metaphoric art, immersive audio, projections, and interactive video displays – in-person at Science World in Vancouver, where the exhibit will be hosted from July 2022 […]

ANNOUNCEMENT: Sea of Connections Mural Campaign

iPrep Academy 1500 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132, United States, FL, United States

Sea of Connections is a collaboration launched by Canvas of the Wild and Oceanic Preservation Society. Our goal is to inspire awareness and connection to our oceans and the amazing life within them through art and technology. These vibrant and realistic murals connect viewers to digital, science-based learning modules through embedded technology that brings the mural to life. […]

Reef Dwellers 2 Art Show by Selva Ozelli

Reef Dwellers art show by artist Selva Ozelli, a member of Climate Heritage Network, celebrates the role of the oceans in our everyday life and inspires action to protect reefs which occupy only 0.1 per cent of the global sea surfaces. But more than 25 per cent of marine biodiversity is supported by them. The […]

World Ocean Day x Climate Creatives Fish Flag Event

BU Central (Tentative) 775 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA, United States

The fish flag concept is one of Climate Creatives, the company that I am collaborating with to plan this event. They focus on community collaboration and sustainable engagement and we hope to bring this to Boston University this World Ocean Day. The event itself will include workshop and installation sections. During the workshop, students, faculty, […]

Coral Passion / Koraaldrift (ned) – a sculpture about hope 2023

Haarlemmerhout Hertenkamplaan 1, 2012 CV Haarlem, Netherlands, Haarlem, Netherlands

Coral Passion / Koraaldrift is a sculpture group in public area 20 km from the centre of Amsterdam , the Netherlands, in Haarlem. The 6 large white sculptures represent different corals Margot Berkman found while diving in the oceans. it measures 6 x 6 m and 3,5 m high During the day the sculptures are […]

Can We Protect Our Ocean From Pollution?

University College Sabah Foundation 2–8, Jalan Sanzac, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia

Introduction about marine biodiversity and threats are facing nowadays, through movie screening. Follow with a talk sharing from a speaker who have been working in marine research, conservation and awareness, to educate and encourage behavioural changes, even slightly small action in daily life can make a different Learn more here 

Exploring the Majesty of Sharks: Virtual Conferences for World Ocean Day

Loro Parque Av. Loro Parque,, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

Join us in celebrating World Ocean Day throughout the entire month of June with a series of captivating virtual conferences centered around the incredible world of sharks. Hosted by Loro Parque, these engaging videoconferences will shed light on the vital role sharks play in our oceans and emphasize the importance of their conservation. Immerse yourself […]

Exploring the Majesty of Sharks: Virtual Conferences for World Ocean Day

Loro Parque Av. Loro Parque,, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

Join us in celebrating World Ocean Day throughout the entire month of June with a series of captivating virtual conferences centered around the incredible world of sharks. Hosted by Loro Parque, these engaging videoconferences will shed light on the vital role sharks play in our oceans and emphasize the importance of their conservation. Immerse yourself […]

Beach Cleanup Mission

Beach Cleanup Mission Praça Margarida, Póvoa de Varzim, Portugal

Students aged 10 to 16 will take action at a local beach. They will remove the plastic waste they find and use it in a piece of artwork at school. The objective is to raise awareness for the fact that each individual action affects the whole planet. Learn more here 

Ocean Magic Designs Collection Series

Phoenix Park'n Swap Meet 3801 E Washington Str, Phoenix, AZ, United States

Home Business Xpressions Handmade Decor Home or Business will be on location at the Famous Phoenix Park'n Swap Meet. Artist Tim McGinley (tmax20hbx) from Phoenix, AZ. will be on hand Showcasing this Collection Series. He started the designs in January of 2023 to help promote and bring awareness to the citizens of Arizona the importance […]

Water People Exhibition

Coral Street Art Space 10 Coral Street VICTOR HARBOR, SOUTH AUSTRALIA 5211, Victor Harbor, Australia

CollaborOCEANS ‘Creatives Collaborating for Ocean Conservation’ have joined with the â€˜Water People’ Exhibition from 26 May - 29 July 2023 at Coral Street Art Space Gallery, with Victor Harbor City Council and Country Arts South Australia. In celebration of the ocean this World Ocean Day 20223 and to raise awareness of the Endangered Australian sea lion, Sydney artists […]

Craig Parry Photography at Vivid Sydney

Vivid House, The Cutaway 1 Merriman Street, Barangaroo, Australia

Craig Parry, CollaborOCEANS Ambassador and an Award-Winning International Nature Photographer, has been invited to showcase an innovative art installation called ‘Australian Oceans’ by Vivid Sydney.  The Vivid Sydney theme this year is Naturally and runs from 26thMay to 17th June 2023. The ‘Australian Oceans’ art installation of awe-inspiring footage is projected onto four walls and the ocean […]

Sustainable Ocean at TRAQUINAUTA nursery and kindergarten

Praia de Carcavelos , Portugal

TRAQUINAUTA is a nursery and kindergarten that seeks to introduce in early childhood education, practices, and strategies to develop awareness of the need to protect our environment and to fight against climate change.   In partnership with Finland and Hungary and with the European approval of ERASMUS+, we have started a project on sustainability in […]

Exploring the Majesty of Sharks: Virtual Conferences for World Ocean Day

Loro Parque Av. Loro Parque,, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

Join us in celebrating World Ocean Day throughout the entire month of June with a series of captivating virtual conferences centered around the incredible world of sharks. Hosted by Loro Parque, these engaging videoconferences will shed light on the vital role sharks play in our oceans and emphasize the importance of their conservation. Immerse yourself […]

Sealight – the ocean Breathes by Margot Berkman

entrance of the oncology Centre Oncology Centre,, Spaarne Gasthuis,, Hoofddorp, Netherlands

THE OCEAN BREATHES   -    SEALIGHT Measurements: 15 m x 3 m x 3 m.   Interactive light artwork in the Oncology Centre of the Spaarne Gasthuis in Hoofddorp   A hanging sculpture with the name ‘The Ocean Breathes – Sealight’ is placed in the entrance.   Visitors of the Oncology Centre are free […]

FOR PLANET OCEAN- Creativity Challenge on Instagram

#ForPlanetOcean is the Instagram creative challenge with the purpose of sparking a creative movement for planet ocean! The concept is simple, there will be 5 ocean-themed prompts throughout June that anyone can respond to, with an artwork or even a story, poem or song. We aim to reach more and more people each year, using […]

Ocean Week Victoria

Victoria, British Columbia Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Ocean Week Victoria is a collaboration among local community organizations to help people learn and care about their big blue backyard. Ocean Week events include educational and recreational activities that explore and interact with our oceans. Learn more here 

Only One Earth

Novotel Sharjah Expo Centre 897F+3P7 Al Khan Area - Al Taawun St - next to Sharjah Expo Centre - Al Khan - Sharja., Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

  Only One Earth     Inspired by UAE’s announcement of 2023 as the “Year of Sustainability” by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Funun Arts and Novotel Sharjah Expo Center, are pleased to announce the Second edition of the art event "Only One Earth”, to celebrate the World Environment Day & […]

The Giant Pacifc Octopus Art Exhibition – Reef Ecologic

Murky Waters Studio 26 Hanran Street,, Townsville City, QLD, Australia

Dare to enter the Octopus den wherein a ginormous, luminous creature is guarding her lair. Created by artists Jo Stacey with Michael Pope, The Giant Pacific Octopus is nesting at Murky Waters Studio. Join the artists exploring art and citizen science this June as we celebrate World Ocean Day. Reef Ecologic CEO Dr Adam Smith […]

National Shark Awareness Week

ZOOLOGICKÁ ZAHRADA OLOMOUC 29 Darwinova, Olomouc, Czech Republic

We invite you to our traditional event National Shark Awareness Week. This event is organized in the occasion of the World Ocean Day and take place from 3rd to 4th of  June 2023 in the Olomouc Zoo. Do you want to learn about marine predators and why they are so important for the marine ecosystem? […]

3rd Annual World Ocean Weekend Celebration

W South Beach 2201 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, United States

Please join us for the 3rd Annual World Ocean Weekend on June 3rd & 4th, a celebration designed to raise awareness around our one world ocean through community engagement and volunteer impact. Presented by the W South Beach, and coordinated by Blue Scholars and ARTSail, more than 20 local and national organizations are collaborating to […]

Wai Kai Ocean Fest

Wai Kai 91-1621 Keoneula Blvd., Ewa Beach, HI 96706-6250, Ewa Beach, HI, United States

In honor of World Oceans Day, Wai Kai Ocean Fest celebrates the waterman culture and lifestyle, provides education on how to better our human impact on the environment, and protects our oceans from overconsumption, climate change, and plastic pollution. A healthy planet needs a healthy ocean. The festival features exhibits and activities presented by ocean-related partners […]

5th Annual “Washed Up” – Artists Reception June 8, 2023 on World Ocean Day

Kauai Society of Artists Kukui Grove Center 3-2600 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI, United States

Kauai Society of Artists and Surfrider Kauai have partnered for five years, presenting this informational and creative show- where all of the art is created using at least 50% manmade marine debris that washes up on our shores.   Learn more here

Private Movie Screening of The Little Mermaid in 3D

Egyptian 24 - Cinemark 7000 Arundel Mills Cir C-1, Hanover,, MD, United States

Black Girls Dive Foundation is hosting a fundraiser to support their aquatic-based STEM program. All proceeds go directly to programming. All purchases are tax-deductible. Learn more here   

Sunshine Coast World Ocean Day Festival

Sunshine Coast, Australia Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

The Sunshine Coast Conservation Association has hosted World Ocean Day events since 2016. In 2021, we teamed up with RhizomeUP! Media and the Green Films Series to create a week long Sunshine Coast World Oceans Day Festival. The Festival program includes online and in person feature length and short films including engagements with filmmakers. Throughout the […]

The Giant Pacifc Octopus Art Exhibition – Reef Ecologic

Murky Waters Studio 26 Hanran Street,, Townsville City, QLD, Australia

Dare to enter the Octopus den wherein a ginormous, luminous creature is guarding her lair. Created by artists Jo Stacey with Michael Pope, The Giant Pacific Octopus is nesting at Murky Waters Studio. Join the artists exploring art and citizen science this June as we celebrate World Ocean Day. Reef Ecologic CEO Dr Adam Smith […]

World Oceans Day Celebration in Jeju island with Save Jeju Bada

Sagye Beach Sagye-ri, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Jeju

To celebrate the World Ocean Day in Jeju island, South Korea, two local NGOs 'Save Jeju Bada' and 'Global Inner Peace' are co-organizing event on 4 June. Save Jeju Bada('Bada'means 'the Sea' in Korean language) is the environmental organization in Jeju for raise awareness on ocean plastic pollution and fight for a clean sea by […]

Chefs’ Seafood Sustainability Tour

La Cantina Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

In the lead up to World Ocean Day, we’re hosting chefs from some of Melbourne's top restaurants on a tour to learn more about sourcing sustainable seafood and supporting health oceans to thrive. Seafood Positive's Ambassador Chefs, Jason Staudt from Stokehouse Restaurant and Ben Isaacs from The Local Taphouse (St Kilda, Melbourne) will join the […]

Un Aula Bajo el Mar

San MartĂ­n 247, San Antonio Oeste, RĂ­o Negro, Argentina San MartĂ­n 247, San Antonio Oeste, RĂ­o Negro, Argentina

La muestra reunirĂĄ fotografĂ­as tomadas por el buzo marisquero Gerardo “Tata” Aguayo y textos elaborados por estudiantes, docentes, investigadores y personal tĂŠcnico de la ESCIMAR. Esta muestra contiene una bĂşsqueda por entender cĂłmo es la vida animal en los ambientes costeros del Golfo San MatĂ­as: cuĂĄles son las especies presentes y cĂłmo se relacionan son […]

Vancouver Aquarium

Vancouver Aquarium 845 Avison Way, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

On Ocean Week we will present a program for our visitors about the Ocean, each day they will learn about a different aspect of the ocean like the thermocline, coastal upwelling, planktons and more. We also are collaborating with Ocean Network Canada to show our visitors near live footage of animals living under the Salish […]

ANNOUNCEMENT: Investigate the quality of UK waterways with Digital Ocean School

Marine conversation and campaigning charity, Surfers Against Sewage, have launched a brand-new scene at Digital Ocean School, that investigates the quality of UK waterways. Digital Ocean School is an immersive 360-online resource that reimagines the future of ocean education. Whether you live 5 minutes from the coast or 5 hours away, Digital Ocean School will […]

Tidepool Animal Amazing Adaptations! – California State Parks

Crystal Cove State Beach Crystal Cove Trail,, Newport Beach, CA, United States

Celebrate World Ocean Week with California State Parks! -- See our full list of programs at http://bit.ly/WorldOceanWeek Have you ever wondered why an octopus changes colours or where hermit crabs get their shells? Join CA State Parks Interpreter Alex on a trip to Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area (MPA) to learn about tidepool […]

Event Series Water&Movies

Water&Movies

Water&Movies Koepelplein 1E, Haarlem, Haarlem, Netherlands

Short films illuminating humanity’s relationship with water, from exploring the beauty of the oceans to the search for clean water. Our partners are ShortsTV, Ziggo TV, Nieuws.nl and UN Women, and  we intend to raise awareness of UN Sustainable Development goals 6 & 14 around access to clean water + ocean conservation in the following […]

#LatinosMarinos Ocean Conservation and Happy Hour in DC

Oyamel Cocina Mexicana 401 7th Street, Northwest Washington, WA, United States

Hey, #LatinosMarinos! Are you ready for an evening of fun and community? Join us at Oyamel Cocina Mexicana in D.C. on June 5! At this event, you'll have the opportunity to meet others passionate about our communities and ocean conservation. Plus, you'll get to meet Azul's Rising Leaders Initiative Class of 2023, who are starting […]

Sustainable ocean at TRAQUINAUTA nursery and kindergarten – Day 2

Praia da Avencas , Portugal

TRAQUINAUTA is a nursery and kindergarten that seeks to introduce in early childhood education, practices, and strategies to develop awareness of the need to protect our environment and to fight against climate change.   In partnership with Finland and Hungary and with the European approval of ERASMUS+, we have started a project on sustainability in […]

Draw-Along: Marine Mammals – California State Parks

Carpinteria State Beach 205 Palm Ave, Carpinteria, CA, United States

Celebrate World Ocean Week with California State Parks! -- See our full list of programs at http://bit.ly/WorldOceanWeek Ahoy, sea-lovers! We are thrilled to present a fin-tastic oceanic adventure like no other! Kick off World Ocean Week at Carpinteria State Beach as we explore the mysterious and magnificent world of marine mammals! From the majestic humpback […]

Exploring the Majesty of Sharks: Virtual Conferences for World Ocean Day

Loro Parque Av. Loro Parque,, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Puerto de la Cruz, Spain

Join us in celebrating World Ocean Day throughout the entire month of June with a series of captivating virtual conferences centered around the incredible world of sharks. Hosted by Loro Parque, these engaging videoconferences will shed light on the vital role sharks play in our oceans and emphasize the importance of their conservation. Immerse yourself […]

‘Humanatee’ Documentary Screening – Explorers Club, New York

Explorers Club 46 E 70th St,, New York, NY, United States

Planet Froth Productions will be premiering their documentary short film “Humanatee” for UN World Ocean Week at the Explorers Club in New York. The film follows the underwater archaeologist and explorer Damien Leloup's journey to form an unlikely bond with these gentle giants, and examines the larger implications of humanity's relationship with species extinction.  Learn […]

Event Series Painting 1 Million Cups Blue

Painting 1 Million Cups Blue

Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship 803 S College Rd. Wilmington, NC 28403, Wilmington, NC, United States

For the month of June, our presenters for 1 Million Cups will be businesses and organizations related to the Blue Economy. June 7 - Local Catch June 14 - Sea Grant June 21 - Falling Tide June 28 - Sand Bar Oyster Company Learn more here

Event Series World Ocean Day Kid’s Craft

World Ocean Day Kid’s Craft

Sapulpa Public Library 27 W. Dewey Ave., Sapulpa, OK, United States

Our Summer Reading Program Kick-off Craft is painted rock turtles for World Ocean Day. We will have this craft on Wednesday, June 7 @ 2 p.m. Please RSVP the week prior to reserve your craft kit at sapulpalibrary@gmail.com or call (918) 224-5624 the week prior to the craft. We hope to see you at the […]

Anung Island Conservation Inc’s World Ocean Day Celebration

Duke of York Island Duke of York, Papua New Guinea

Collection of rubbish through the 21 wards. (Morning charge from 6am to 8.30am.) 9.30am - all participants will move to the main station on the island to witness the following activities: Canoe racing Elementary exhibition of blue Ocean items Choir by 16 primary schools Presentation of prizes Speech by government officers and stakeholders Learn more […]

Kids Ocean Day – Humboldt County

Mike Thompson Wildlife Area South Jetty Rd Loleta, CA, United States

Kids Ocean Day is a state-wide marine debris education program funded by the California Coastal Commission and coordinated in Humboldt by Friends of the Dunes and the Bureau of Land Management. About 1,000 Humboldt County students will receive classroom lessons focusing on the health of coastal and marine environments. At the Kids Ocean Day event, […]

Dive into the Kelp Forest with California State Parks – Virtual Webinar

Join us for a LIVE UNDERWATER SCUBA DIVE at Point Lobos State Natural Reserve near Monterey, California. This program will be streamed live on Zoom for K-12 students. The California State Park Scuba Divers are eager to chat with you underwater, share with you their favorite things underwater, and answer your questions! We can't wait […]

Plastics from the sea

Ysgol Glan Gele Ysgol Glan Gele, Ffordd y Morfa, Abergele, Conwy, Abergele, Wales, United Kingdom

An opportunity to consider the effects of plastic in our seas and oceans. Working with environmental artist Tim Pugh, children from Ysgol Glan Gele and Ysgol Glan Morfa in Abergele, North Wales will learn about the effects and will see a huge collection of plastic bits and pieces collected from the sea shore by the […]

FaĂ°ma HafiĂ°! Embrace The Sea!

Sing out to the Ocean-from ÍsafjĂśrĂ°ur, West Iceland - looking out to ÍsafjardardjĂşp towards DrangajĂśkull glacier, out across the Denmark Strait, and on to the melting Greenland ice sheet... Sing out to the Ocean-from Papa Westray island in the North of the Orkney Islands, out to the Holm of Papay and beyond to the vast […]

NYSMEA “From Plankton to Whales: Why Our Local Waters Are Worth Protecting!” Chris Paparo

With endless stories and photos of fish kills, harmful algal blooms, oil spills, beach closures, etc. filling our daily news feeds, it appears that our environment is in a horrific state of “Doom and Gloom”. Although we do face many environmental challenges, this constant bombardment of negativity creates a lack of enthusiasm among local communities […]

Cley Calling Festival: Coastal Currents

NWT Cley Marshes Visitor Centre Cley Marshes Visitor Centre, Coast Road, Cley next the Sea, United Kingdom

This World Oceans day we celebrate and consider the sea from global to local for our summer Cley Calling festival.  Hear the local marine environment  and about global efforts to restore and rejuvenate marine habitats in the face of intensifying threats. Experience our local cetaceans and coastal birdlife, or enjoy art and literature events celebrating […]

Global Water Dances 2023

On June 10, 2023, Global Water Dances will be bringing people together on six continents to perform community-based dances to raise awareness of local and global water issues. Global Water Dances has been holding this event every two years since 2011, with dancers worldwide performing the same choreography to the same music at 3pm local […]

Semana Oceânica (Ocean Week PB)

Semana Oceânica PB Paraiba, Brazil

A Semana Oceânica do PB visa criar um espaço de diĂĄlogo colaborativo entre municĂ­pios, setor privado, sociedade civil organizada e academia em torno da conservação e uso sustentĂĄvel dos recursos marinhos, alĂŠm de promover a Cultura Oceânica sobre o MAR na ParaĂ­ba. Em nossa 3ÂŞ edição - III SOPB - estamos trazendo o tema "Planeta […]

10 Things About Oceans that Make Me Grateful #WorldOceanday

On World Ocean Day, I am grateful for the seas and oceans I have seen. I am grateful for how they gave me a sense of calm when the world was chaotic. Check out my blog on 10 Things About Oceans that Make Me Grateful.  

Exploring the Depths: Celebrating World Ocean Day with INDEPTH | A Journey into the Unexplored Realms of the Ocean

The Faculty of Biology Building at The Baltic Campus of the University of Gdansk in Gdansk-Oliwa Ul. Wita Stwosza 59, Gdansk, Poland

We are delighted to invite you to an extraordinary exhibition that merges the wonders of the ocean with the cutting-edge research of the INDEPTH project. As we celebrate World Ocean Day, join us on a captivating journey into the unexplored depths of our planet's most mysterious and vital biosphere. This exhibition will bring you face-to-face […]

Orcas & Reefs an Art Show by Selva Ozelli

Cold Spring Harbor, NY Whaling Museum

Celebrating World Oceans Day with Orcas & Reefs Art Show BY SELVA OZELLI ¡ 06¡08¡23 ¡ LAST UPDATED: 06¡08¡23 The theme for World Oceans Day 2023 is "Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing" to raise awareness of the importance of the ocean and the need to protect it. Biodiversity is essential to the existence and proper […]

World Ocean Day Celebration

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

No matter where you live, you can help protect the ocean by protecting more nature right in your own community! Whether you live on the coast or far inland, we all need a healthy ocean to survive and thrive. The ocean generates most of the oxygen we breathe, helps feed us, cleans the water we […]

World Ocean Day @ Pymble Ladies College

Pymble Ladies College Avon Rd, Pymble, NSW, Australia

Pymble Ladies College and Ocean Youth are collaborating on a school wide event for World Ocean Day 2023. World Ocean Day activities will be held on Thursday 8th June as part of school programming, reaching 2,500 students across both Junior and Senior campuses. Activities will include: Nude lunch - students and teachers receive extra house […]

Ocean biodiversity art celebration

Rovaniemi, Finland Rovaniemi, Finland

Students of the Lyseonpuiston High School draw ocean creatures on a paper in the school lobby. Everyone were invited to participate. Learn more here 

JournĂŠe de sensibilisation organisĂŠe par le secteur privĂŠ des ĂŽle de l’ocĂŠan Indien

Mauritus , Mauritius

Plusieurs ĂŠvènements, des ateliers de discussion, des tables rondes, des confĂŠrences, des visites d'entreprises, des activitĂŠs de sensibilisation sur les plages. Les activitĂŠs sont organisĂŠes par Cap Business OcĂŠan Indien et ses Membres pour le 7 et le 8 juin 2023. En savoir plus ici   English translation:  Several events, discussion workshops, round tables, conferences, […]

Ocean Heal and La Perla Negra World Ocean Day celebration

la perla negra resort playa naranjo, puntareanas, Costa Rica

We will be having a 4 day event featuring education, art, activities, entertainment and enlightenment to celebrate World Ocean Day!  Learn more here 

ANNOUNCEMENT: Illustration Contest “what the Ocean means to me?”

As part of the EducOceano Pedagogical Program and the celebration of World Ocean Day, ASPEA launches a challenge to 1st cycle schools, an illustration contest under the theme “What the Ocean means to me”. The Ocean is a source of Life, it plays a key role in regulating the climate and combating climate change, it […]

World Ocean Day Celebration – Suva, Fiji

Albert Park, Suva, Fiji VC3F+4X8, Victoria Parade, Suva, Fiji, Suva, Fiji

World Ocean Day will be celebrated in Suva, Fiji, Starting with a march through the city center (from the flea market to Albert Park) lead by the Fiji Navy band. The march will start at 9am and end at 9.45am. Then at 10am there will be an official opening with guests speakers, a poem and […]

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! This event is free to the public with purchase of an admission ticket. The event will showcase diverse ocean habitats, introduce visitors to various conservation issues, and empower them to participate in protecting the environment. Throughout the day, there will be live […]

“Haus des Meeres,”, installation at Austria’s largest Aqua Terra Zoo

Haus des Meeres Fritz-GrĂźnbaum-Platz 1, Vienna, Austria

On World Ocean Day 2023, Austria's largest Aqua Terra Zoo, the "Haus des Meeres," highlights the escalating pollution of our oceans with a captivating installation. In the park, a stunning mural depicts an underwater landscape, adorned strategically with plastic waste that visitors can remove. Behind it, a QR code leads to a landing page, raising […]

World Ocean Day At The Waikiki Aquarium

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

We are shell-ebrating World Ocean Month throughout June with special events highlighting the significance of ocean conservation. Stop by the Aquarium on  World Ocean Day to see special feedings, educational activities, and more! Learn more here 

Kids and the ocean. The message of water purity

Kindergarten no. 23, Bucharest 1 Raduta Gheorghe street, Bucharest, Romania

On  8 June, World Ocean Day, the #apecurateasumate (assumed clean waters) team will meet with the children from Kindergarten no. 23, from Bucharest, Romania. Why with them? Because, for over two years, they supported the cleanliness of water and inner emotions. They regularly participated to the information and awareness events "Assumed clean waters". What will […]

Primer Festival de DivulgaciĂłn de las Ciencias del OcĂŠano y la AtmĂłsfera del DOF

Con gusto los invitamos a seguir la transmisiĂłn en vivo en nuestras Redes Sociales (Facebook and YouTube) del Primer Festival de DivulgaciĂłn de las Ciencias del OcĂŠano y la AtmĂłsfera, organizado por el Departamento de OceanografĂ­a FĂ­sica del CICESE,  motivo: ÂĄCelebraciĂłn de 50 aĂąos de investigaciĂłn y docencia de OceanografĂ­a FĂ­sica en CICESE! El programa […]

ANNOUNCEMENT: Youth Poster Contest, “Wind Ship – The Future” Launch

The Youth Poster Contest, with the theme of "Wind Ship - The Future" will launch it's public voting campaign on World Ocean Day. We will have a virtual launch event with a presentation about the exciting wind propulsion developments in shipping by the Secretary General of the International Windship Association, interviews with a number of […]

Eco action tim 8 UPSHIFT Workshops!

Zlarin Island Otok Zlarin, Sunčana obala 3, Croatia (Local Name: Hrvatska)

Eco action of Team 8 UPSHIFT, UNICEF workshops! Do you want to express yourself artistically or enjoy concerts, workshops, but also want to educate yourself about our environment and clean up together with the community? Then you are at the right place where you can join our adventure. Learn more here

Perdido Key World Ocean Day Open House 2023

Perdido Key Community Center 15500 Perdido Key Drive, Pensacola, FL, United States

Thursday, June 8, 2023, will be a day of environmentally focused games, activities, and art projects at the Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's Center. The Chamber along with multiple partner agencies will be presenting information on protecting our beaches and marine habitat in conjunction with World Ocean Day. The open house will […]

Celebrate Ocean Day at the MAS!

Museum of Arts and Sciences 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon, GA, United States

Join the Museum of the Arts and Sciences celebrating World Ocean Day including crafts, story time, and more! Learn more here   

Important Ocean Inhabitants at LC. Bates Museum

L.C.Bates Museum, Marine Biology Gallery 14 Easler Rd, Fairfield, ME, United States

Take a guided Ocean Life tour and participate in hands-on activities in the L C. Bates Museum Marine Biology Gallery. Learn about amazing and varied sealife species and how they depend on well cared for ocean spaces. From a marlin caught by Hemmingway to a cone snail and from a giant clam to a starfish […]

World Ocean Day at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History 10th St. & Constitution Ave., NW, WA, United States

Thursday, June 8, 2023, is World Ocean Day, a global celebration of our ocean — and you can celebrate with the National Museum of Natural History! Join artists and ocean scientists in the Sant Ocean Hall for an exciting series of interactive experiences celebrating our blue planet and exploring all the ways art, science, and community […]

World Ocean Day Celebration at the Aquarium of Niagara!

Aquarium of Niagara 701 Whirlpool St,, Niagara Falls, NY, United States

Join us at the Aquarium of Niagara as we celebrate our oceans! For the extended weekend, we will be hosting a variety of events ranging from sustainable craft making to conservation-based demonstrations. Learn more here

Hall of Ocean at RSCP Calicut

Regional Science Centre and Planetarium Calicut Regional Science Centre and Planetarium Calicut, Jafferkhan Colony,, Kerala, India

Regional Science Centre & Planetarium  Calicut (RSCPC) joins the global celebration to make the people aware of the importance of Ocean and impact on our lives. There is a gallery titled ‘Hall of Ocean’ at its campus to educate one and all on ocean science. On June 8, 2023 this centre will organise special guided […]

LA DIFESA DEL MARE

Istituto Tecnico per il Turismo “Cristoforo Colombo” VIA PANISPERNA, ROMA, Italy

Il mare costituisce un prezioso scrigno di biodiversitĂ , per difenderlo e proteggerlo nel miglior modo possibile è importante imparare a conoscerlo avendo consapevolezza del valore eco-sistemico delle aree naturali protette e della corretta fruizione dell’ambiente marino-costiero. A questi temi sono dedicati l’evento e la mostra fotografica sulle Aree protette d’Italia “La Difesa del Mare”, con […]

“InDeep” Seascape Exhibition

Temporary Contemporary The Piazza Centre, 23 Princess St, Huddersfield HD1 2RS, United Kingdom, Huddersfield, United Kingdom

This is an exhibition of the work undertaken over the last year by the Holme valley Sharing Memories Group, an arts & well being group that aims to alleviate isolation and loneliness amongst the elderly.  They have been working for a year on an Arts Council funded project, making the various elements of this interactive […]

Hidden Treasures of Norfolk’s Secret Sea (Cley Calling)

NWT Cley Marshes Visitor Centre Cley Marshes Visitor Centre, Coast Road, Cley next the Sea, United Kingdom

Norfolk is often thought of as a haven for wildlife but it doesn't stop at the coast. It's easy to assume that the North Sea is inhospitable.  It is in fact a huge and complex wilderness under constant human pressure. Beneath its surface, thousands of amazing species live lives very different from our own. Rob […]

Presentation of the movie “The North Drift”

Union Theater Illingen Hauptstraße 88, Illingen, Germany

We will show the movie "The North Drift" about the distribution of plastic from rivers into the see and to costal areas. After the movie we will talk about the plastic pollution and what everybody could do to improve the situation. A first action is then a joint garbage collection along the small river "Ill" […]

Event Series Water&Movies

Water&Movies

Water&Movies Koepelplein 1E, Haarlem, Haarlem, Netherlands

Short films illuminating humanity’s relationship with water, from exploring the beauty of the oceans to the search for clean water. Our partners are ShortsTV, Ziggo TV, Nieuws.nl and UN Women, and  we intend to raise awareness of UN Sustainable Development goals 6 & 14 around access to clean water + ocean conservation in the following […]

World Ocean Day: Octopuses

Gwinnett County Public Library- Dacula Branch 265 Dacula Road, Dacula, GA, United States

Join us for Dacula’s sixth annual World Ocean Day program! This year we will be focused on Cephalopods: Octopuses and squid. Learn Ocean based Sustainability facts and have fun for the afternoon! Participants will get a passport to encourage visiting and participating with each educational station. Learn more here 

World Ocean Day – Wildlife Institute of India

Wildlife Institute of India, Dehradun, India Wildlife Institute of India, Wildlife Institute Rd, Chandrabani, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248001, Uttarakhand, India

The day is a celebration to raise awareness of the vast oceans connecting us. It gives us a chance to appreciate the ocean's benefits and reminds us to use its resources sustainably. This is the first time we will celebrate World Ocean Day at the Wildlife Institute of India for its researcher and students community. […]

World Ocean Day Artvocacy and Storytelling Workshop

St Theresa Girls Secondary School Port Reitz Rd, 92104-80100 , Mombasa, Kenya, Mombasa, Kenya

Artvocacy and Storytelling Session for World Ocean Day Join our session centered around the World Ocean 30 by 30 initiative. This event will take place on the 8th of June at the prestigious St. Theresa Girls Secondary School In Kisumu Kenya. Prepare to be captivated as we delve into the mesmerizing realm of our oceans, […]

Sunflower Star Laboratory World Ocean Day Celebration

Other Brother Beer Co. 877 Broadway Ave, Seaside, CA, Seaside, CA, United States

Sunflower Star Laboratory World Oceans Day Celebration - Come celebrate with us! Learn about our local marine ecosystem and how we're creating the community and skills to restore an endangered species. Storytelling session themed “The World’s your Ocean” Featuring local artists, sunflower star info & merch. Learn more here!

Guy Harvey Foundation International Ocean Film Festival Fundraiser

Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa 950 S Ocean Dr, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441, Deerfield Beach, FL, United States

Celebrate World Ocean Day and 20 years of ocean-inspired films with the International Ocean Film Festival! Enjoy a special presentation by Dr. Guy Harvey and Jessica Harvey, and participate in a raffle and silent auction to support the Guy Harvey Foundation’s education and outreach efforts in partnership with Deerfield Island and Sullivan Park. Help raise […]

Celebrating Canada’s leadership role in Ocean Literacy

National Film Board 1501 Rue de Bleury, MontrĂŠal, QC, Canada

Celebrate World Ocean Day with Ocean School! We have organized a panel discussion on "Celebrating Canada's leadership role in Ocean Literacy" featuring experts and leaders in the field of ocean conservation. During the panel discussion, our distinguished speakers will explore the significance of ocean literacy, its impact on environmental stewardship, and how Canada's efforts have […]

PLANET OCEAN, TIDES ARE CHANGING, Exhibition

Foenander Galleries 455 Mt Eden Rd, Mt Eden, Auckland, New Zealand

Cathy Carter’s small series of six limited-edition works will be launched on World Ocean Day – with 20% of each sale to being donated to Sustainable Coastlines to support their conservation programme.  This unique series of works is larger edition size  – of 30 – with a very collectible price point: edition: 1 – 10     $550 edition: 11 – 20   $600 […]

Ocean Fest 2023

Ernguul Park Ernguul Park, Koror - Palau, Koror, Palau

Celebrating World Ocean Day This event will launch our collective vision for #OurOcean Come join the fun activities and witness and taste the Sea to Cuisine cooking competition and showcase! The Sea to Cuisine cooking competition serves as a platform to celebrate the immense significance of the sea to culinary traditions in Palau. By focusing […]

Sustainable Seafood Special – Fundraiser for Rock The Ocean

1 Hotel Nashville 710 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN, United States

Celebrate World Oceans Day by ordering the sustainable seafood specials being served at 1 Kitchen & Harriet's Rooftop located at the 1 Hotel in downtown Nashville, TN. 100% of proceeds will be donated to Rock The Ocean Foundation to support leading groups in marine conservation research and education. About the Menu Items: 1 Kitchen: Savor […]

Rock The Ocean World Ocean Day Fundraiser at Honeytree Meadery

Honeytree Meadery, Nashville, TN 918 Woodland St, Nashville, TN, United States

Sip for a Cause! Support saving the bees and protecting the ocean by grabbing a drink at Honeytree Meadery on June 8th! For every drink purchased, a portion of the proceeds will go directly to the Rock The Ocean Foundation to support ocean conservation awareness, education, and leading research. Let's join forces this World Oceans […]

World Ocean Day Stroll

David Traylor Zoo 75 Soden Rd, Emporia, KS, United States

Come stroll through Emporia's David Traylor Zoo where we'll have representatives sharing, games, activities and conversation about what we can do to help save our world Ocean. We may be land locked in Kansas, but every river leads to the Ocean.  Come learn what we can do right here in our own community.   Learn […]

Art Exhibition: ‘Into the Deep’ @ Noordhoek Art Point

Noordhoek Art Point 16 Noordhoek Main Road,, Noordhoek, South Africa

Join us as we explore the depths of Into the Deep, where beauty meets fragility and awareness sparks action. Let us appreciate, protect, and restore the wondrous realm that shapes our planet’s destiny. Participating artists: Michelle Beattie Leigh Bisset Tuesday Houston Jared Kruger Aimee Lindeque  Taryn Morton Daniel Mundell Stefan Olivier Tori Stowe Clea Witte  […]

Invitation: Screening of the Short Documentary “Saving Poros”

Syggrou Building Papadopoulou street, Poros, Greece

Katheti invites you to the screening of the mini-documentary â€œSaving Poros” by independent journalist and documentarist Francesco De Augustinis, on Thursday, 8th June 2023, at 6 pm at the municipal building, Syggrou. In 9 minutes, director Francesco De Augustinis outlines the severe threat posed by the plan to drastically expand the industrial fish farms on Poros island through revelatory […]

World Ocean Day Fundraiser – Los Angeles Surfrider Foundation

The Adventurers' Club of Los Angeles 2433 N Broadway,, Los Angeles, CA, United States

On Thursday June 8th The Adventurers' Club of Los Angeles will be celebrating World Ocean Day with a raffle to raise money for the Los Angeles chapter of the Surfrider Foundation.   Join us on World Ocean Day with world renowned artist Danielle Eubank as she discusses her project "One Artist, Five Oceans" where she […]

TAF The Animal Fund beer and ocean quizz evening

TAF ocean beer quizz evening 18 Chem. de Saquier, Nice, France

Join us to celebrate World Ocean day at Blue Coast brewery Nice at 6.30 pm for a fun night with lots of ocean, environment and beer quizzes. First beer and snacks on the house. Learn more here 

Move Like Water with Hannah Stowe

East Quay East Quay Watchet Somerset TA23 0AQ, Watchet, United Kingdom

Join Hannah Stowe and Seven Fables on World Oceans Day at East Quay to celebrate her debut, Move Like Water, a heartfelt hymn to the sea and an unforgettable introduction to one of the most gifted nature writers of the new generation. The seas cover over two thirds of our planet and yet most of […]

Christina Alden and Alex Patterson- Folk Gig

Cley Marshes Visitor Centre Cley Marshes Visitor Centre, Coast Road, Coast Rd, Cley next the Sea, Cley next the Sea, United Kingdom

Christina Alden & Alex Patterson are multi-instrumentalists and songwriters from Norwich. Their music is rich with intertwining harmony, sensitive accomplished musicianship and a creative song-writing style. Deeply inspired by the world around them, they have a keen environmental eye to craft stories with the natural world at its heart, reflecting on the relationship between humans […]

Special Screening World Ocean Day: AVATAR – The Way Of Water 3D/HFR

ASTOR Grand Cinema Nikolaistraße 8, 30159 Hannover, Hannover, Germany

SONDERVORSTELLUNG ZUM WELTTAG DES OZEANS Einmalige Sondervorstellung zum Welttag des Ozeans der Vereinten Nationen. "Avatar: The Way of Water" spielt mehr als ein Jahrzehnt nach den Ereignissen des ersten Films und erzählt die spannende Geschichte der Familie Sully (Jake, Neytiri und ihre Kinder): von dem Ärger, der sie verfolgt und was sie auf sich nehmen, […]

Marine Life Lino Cut Workshop with Celia Ward

Cley Marshes Visitor Centre Cley Marshes Visitor Centre, Coast Road, Coast Rd, Cley next the Sea, Cley next the Sea, United Kingdom

Learn to make Lino Cut Textile designs on our marine life theme ! Draw and cut your own designs with lino to make designs on fabric. A great way to make your own curtains and table cloths – or even decorate your clothes! Bring your own fabric, cotton is best. If you already have drawings […]

Photo Exhibition: Reefs threatened with extinction

GrĂźne Sosse und mehr Offenbacher Landstr. 357, Frankfurt, Germany

Diving since 1977 I've seen pristine reefs disappear. The plight of coral reefs has become devastating. Their survival is on a knife edge.The photos show what we still have. Articles underline the multibillion worldwide value of coral reefs to mankind. Plankton, the basic food of everything in the sea is much less dense today. Their […]

Around Seychelles in 18 bays

Seychelles Seychelles, Seychelles

A group of women, including members of Seychelles Women and Sports Association (SWASA) is organising a big event in June, for World Oceans Day to raise funds for charity. Besides being a charity event, the project will be raising awareness on the versatility of  Sseychellois women, the oceans and Liam’s Rainbow Foundation. The event will be […]