🐋🚗 Whales & Wheels – Where Vintage Vibes Meet Whale Watching Magic!
Location: Sandbaai Hall – Hermanus, Western Cape
Dates: During the Hermanus Whale Festival on Saturday Morning – 4 Oct 2025 from 9am – 3pm
Vibe: Classic Cool Meets Coastal Chic
🎉 It’s Not Just a Car Show… It’s a Whole Mood
At the Whales & Wheels Classic Car Show, chrome meets coastline and horsepower meets humpbacks! Nestled in the heart of Hermanus—South Africa’s whale watching capital—this unique exhibition is a turbo-charged tribute to timeless machines, ocean giants, and coastal culture.
Whether you’re a vintage car enthusiast, a sucker for nostalgia, or just here for the ‘Grammable moments, this event brings rolling art and roaring engines to the festival scene like no other.
🚘 What to Expect:
Over 100 vintage, classic and custom vehicles on show
Chat with car owners and enthusiasts
Stunning photo opportunities for car lovers and families alike
Part of the official Whale Festival Street Parade at 11:00 through the Hermanus town centre
Whether you’re a dedicated petrolhead, a lover of fine craftsmanship, or simply in town to enjoy the southern right whale season, this is an event not to be missed. From old-school convertibles and luxury sedans to muscle cars and motoring rarities, Whales & Wheels celebrates the beauty and heritage of the automobile.
Arrive early to get a close-up look at the cars before they join the popular Whale Festival Parade at 11am—an exciting procession that brings the streets of Hermanus alive with music, colour and community spirit.
🐋 Make a Day of It
Enjoy the rest of the Whale Festival with live music, food stalls, eco-marine exhibitions, and—of course—fantastic whale watching!
📷 Don’t forget to tag your photos: #WhalesAndWheels #HermanusWhaleFestival