Fun & Entertainment
Calling all little adventurers!
The Hermanus Whale Festival is packed with fun for the whole family — especially the kiddos!
Get ready for a weekend of laughter, learning, and loads of action with our exciting eco-friendly lineup:
🎨 Face Painting Fun
Transform into a whale, dolphin, mermaid or your favorite superhero — the choice is yours!
🏰 Jumping Castles & Wild Inflatables
Bounce the day away on our high-energy inflatables — perfect for burning off festival excitement!
🗺️ Reunion Island Treasure Hunt
Saturday & Sunday | 12pm – 2pm
A swashbuckling ocean adventure awaits! Follow the map, crack the clues, and uncover hidden treasures!
🎬 Kiddies Eco-Movies
🎥 Hisense Cinematic Area | Lecture Room next to the Whale House Museum
Relax with fun, educational, and eco-friendly films — perfect for a quiet moment between the action.
🌿 Eco-Marine Kids Zone
Create, play, and explore! From crafts to conservation games, this is where young minds connect with nature.
🤿 Snorkeling at the Hermanus Old Harbour
For young ocean explorers — dip into the magical marine world just below the surface!
🧹 Cliff Path & Old Harbour Clean-ups
Join in with our community clean-ups — great for kids, teens, and grown-ups who care about our coast!
🌍 As an eco-conscious festival, we’re proudly moving away from noisy mechanical rides.
Instead, we’re all about imagination, energy, and ocean-loving fun — the way nature intended!
So bring the whole pod — it’s going to be a whale of a time! 🐳🌈
