Top Ocean Week 2025 Events on Vancouver Island

• Date: June 1
• Time: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Location: Sidney
• Highlights: Admission by donation to the aquarium; part of the World Ocean Day festival at Beacon Park.
• Tip: Combine your visit with the festival for a full day of ocean-themed activities.
Read more about Community Day at the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea

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• Date: June 1
• Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Location: Beacon Park, Sidney
• Highlights: Free community event with family-friendly activities and ocean-themed exhibits.
• Tip: Ideal for families looking for engaging and educational experiences.
Read more about World Ocean Day Celebration in Sidney

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• Date: June 1
• Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
• Location: Rainbow Park
• Highlights: Explore the intertidal zone with experts from the Maritime Museum of BC.
• Tip: Wear waterproof footwear for the best experience.

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• Date: June 2
• Time: 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
• Location: Christie's Pub
• Highlights: Test your knowledge with ocean-related trivia hosted by Sixty Watt Trivia.
• Tip: Arrive early to secure a good spot.

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• Date: June 3
• Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• Location: Royal BC Museum
• Highlights: Explore marine specimens and chat with curators.
• Tip: Great for those interested in marine biology and natural history.

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• Date: June 5
• Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
• Location: Online
• Highlights: Learn about sea otter conservation efforts with Pacific Wild's Marine Specialist.
• Tip: Register in advance to secure your spot.

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• Date: June 8
• Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Fisherman’s Wharf
• Highlights: Celebrate with over 20 organizations, live performances, and interactive activities.
• Tip: Don't miss the performance by the lək̓ʷəŋən Traditional Dancers at the start of the event.

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• Date: June 2, 2025
• Time: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM
• Location: Oak Bay Marina, Victoria
• Highlights: Embark on a guided 1 hour and 45-minute kayak tour, pausing midway at a local beach for an intertidal exploration. Learn about the remarkable world of seaweeds found in the Salish Sea, including identification, edibility, nutrition, culinary tips, spa uses, and their ecological importance.
• Features: Suitable for all skill levels; registration required due to limited space.
• Tip: Bring waterproof footwear and a sense of curiosity to fully enjoy the intertidal exploration.

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• Date: June 8
• Time: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Location: Maritime Heritage Centre
• Highlights: Family-oriented festival with music, vendors, and ocean displays. Discovery Passage Aquarium offers half-price admission; Maritime Heritage Centre has admission by donation.
• Tip: Bring the whole family for a day of fun and learning.

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• Date: June 4, 2025
• Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: North Island College, 1685 South Dogwood Street, Campbell River, BC
• Highlights: Tour the Seaweed Innovation Lab, learn about seaweed research projects, create seaweed art, and sample seaweed snacks.
• Features: Hands-on tours; wheelchair accessible; suitable for all ages. • Admission: Free
• Tip: No registration required; event is part of Ocean Week Campbell River celebrations.

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• Date: June 5, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: Discovery Fishing Pier, Campbell River, BC
• Highlights: Join Greenways Land Trust for a Sea Watch Birding Adventure. Utilize high-powered spotting scopes and binoculars to observe seabirds in their natural habitat, with guidance from expert staff.
• Features: Outdoor event; wheelchair accessible; pet-friendly; suitable for all ages.
• Admission: Free
• Tip: No registration required; drop in any time during the session.

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• Date: June 8
• Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Location: The Beach Club Resort, Parksville
• Highlights: Sustainably sourced seafood stations, welcome drink, complimentary tastings from local beverage partners, and a coastal celebration filled with incredible food and inspiring stories.
• Tip: Tickets are $89 per person; book early to secure your spot.

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• Date: June 4
• Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
• Location: Ucluelet Aquarium
• Highlights: Hands-on educational program featuring the skeleton of a real offshore orca, allowing participants to assist in constructing her skeleton while learning about the biology, ecology, anatomy, evolution, and conservation of killer whales.
• Tip: Ideal for those interested in marine biology and conservation.

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• Date: June 4, 2025
• Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
• Location: Ucluelet Aquarium, 180 Main Street, Ucluelet, BC
• Highlights: Delve into the intertidal and pelagic ecosystems of Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds. This session covers seaweeds, invertebrates, marine mammals, and local oceanographic conditions.
• Features: Indoor educational presentation; wheelchair accessible; suitable for all ages.
• Admission: Free
• Tip: Seats are limited; please register in advance through the Raincoast Education Society website.

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• Date: June 2–3, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: Ucluelet Aquarium, 180 Main Street, Ucluelet, BC
• Highlights: Explore marine life up close using handheld microscopes. Examine various specimens, including petri dishes, marine animals in resin, and prepared slides.
• Features: Interactive indoor exhibit; wheelchair accessible; suitable for all ages.
• Admission: Adults: $18; Seniors (65+): $16; Students: $13; Youth (4–17): $11; Children 3 and under: Free.
• Tip: No registration required; admission tickets available at the door.

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• Date: June 8
• Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Location: Neck Point Park
• Highlights: An inspiring event blending hands-on action and meaningful education to highlight the importance of protecting our aquatic ecosystems.
• Tip: Bring gloves and appropriate footwear for shoreline activities.

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