World Ocean Day at the National Maritime Museum

About This Event

On 6 June 2026, the National Maritime Museum will host its annual World Ocean Day Festival, offering a full programme of free activities helping families connect with the ocean through science, creativity and live performance. Events will take place across the Museum’s galleries and outdoor spaces, with opportunities to engage with marine science, ocean conservation and global maritime cultures.

Festival highlights include:

Live storytelling inspired by the Ocean Map

Professional storyteller Olivia Armstrong will present a new piece inspired by the Museum’s floor‑scale Ocean Map installation. Her performances use sound, movement and storytelling to bring the ocean to life for audiences of all ages.

Hands‑on ocean activities

Visitors can take part in stalls and workshops delivered by organisations including Surfers Against Sewage, Creekside Discovery Centre and Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. Activities range from creative sessions and ocean‑themed performances to opportunities to learn about marine biodiversity, coastal environments and conservation.

Talks, demonstrations and tours

Throughout the day, free talks and demonstrations will explore ocean science, climate, biodiversity, maritime culture and human interaction with the sea. Museum staff will also lead guided tours across the galleries.