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Hervey Bay, Queensland is the Humpback Whale watching capital of the world. Its pristine waters play host to this majestic mammal annually and to celebrate, the Bay comes alive for the month of August. Hosting events incorporating live music, markets, workshops, an illumination parade, lectures, aquatic events, arts, sculpture, carnival rides, fireworks and fun, it’s fabulous for everyone.
This year we are excited to announce that the festival is bigger and better and now spans a full month. The month of August is packed with a range of events for everyone. Please check individual event pages for full details of each.
2012 Event Programme *
Saturday 23 June Paddle Out for Whales
Enzo's on the Beach, Esplanade, Torquay - 9.00am to 8.00pm
Friday 3 Aug and; Creating Waves Lecture Series
Wednesday 22 Aug University of Southern Queensland, Pialba - 5.30pm to 7.30pm
Saturday 4 Aug Blessing of the Fleet
Urangan Harbour, Bucaneer Drive, Urangan - 3.30pm to 7.30pm
Monday 6 Aug Pilotage Course, Volunteer Marine Rescue, Buccaneer Drive, Urangan - Time TBA
Friday 10 Aug Rock Off Beachside Movies
Scarness Park, Scarness activities from 5.30pm - movie from 6.15pm
Saturday 11 Aug Ocean of Fun, Bill Fraser and Ernie Organ Parks,Torquay - 12.00 noon to 5.00pm
Friday 17 Aug Rock Off Beachside Movies
Scarness Park, Scarness activities from 5.30pm - movie from 6.15pm
Saturday 18 Aug Illumination, Scarness Park, Scarness incorporating the annual Illumination Parade,
4.00pm to 9.00pm
Monday 20 Aug Pilotage Course, Volunteer Marine Rescue, Buccaneer Drive, Urangan - Time TBA
Friday 24 Aug Rock Off Beachside Movies
Scarness Park, Scarness activities from 5.30pm - movie from 6.15pm
Saturday 25 Aug Whale Aid Concert, Seafront Oval, Pialba - 4.00pm to 9.00pm
Sunday 26 Aug Harvey’s B'day Party
Botanic Gardens, Urangan incorporating the Teddy Bears Picnic, Time TBA
Friday 31 Aug Rock Off Beachside Movies
Scarness Park, Scarness activities from 5.30pm - movie from 6.15pm
Friday 31 Aug Migaloo Moonlight Swing, Pier Park, Urangan - 6.30pm to 9.30pm
* Please note all events are subject to change.
Become Involved
We are now accepting expressions of interest for the following: Festival Partnerships or sponsorship Entertainment / Activities / Workshops Creative elements that will enhance the festival Volunteer - become a part of the fun in presenting one of the Fraser Coasts premier festivals.
Go to 'Join the POD' and follow the links to join the Celebration by firstly submitting your proposal to the Festival Coordinator. Please ensure you provide full contact details, an event summary and any supporting material to help us assess the event prior to contacting you.
