Ocean Week Victoria is a week-long celebration of ocean literacy, community action, and marine stewardship – from shoreline cleanups and educational talks to ocean-inspired art highlighting coastal ecosystems.
We’re excited to join this year’s programming in Victoria B.C. from May 30 – June 8, 2026, and to connect with community members who care deeply about the future of the ocean.
Upcoming Events: Where to Find Pacific Wild During Ocean Week
Marine Exploration by Paddleboard
- sat, may 30, 2026
9:00 am – 10:30 am - sun, june 7, 2026
10:00 am – 11:30 am - mon, june 8, 2026
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Gonzales Bay, 1809 Crescent Rd, Victoria, BC V8S
Join Mer Tales Ocean Journeys and South Island SUP for guided stand-up paddleboard tours of rocky intertidal zones and kelp forests. Discover the incredible connections between land and sea while paddling through one of our most vibrant coastal ecosystems.
On World Ocean Day, June 8, our Marine Specialist is joining the tour as a guide!
Paddleboards, safety gear, and instruction are included. Registration is limited and the event may be weather dependent. All proceeds support Pacific Wild.
The Gorge Splashtacular Ocean Festival
- saturday, may 30, 2026
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Gorge Waterway Nature House, Tillicum Road, Victoria, BC, Canada
Join Seaquaria Ocean Education and the Gorge Waterway Action Society as they kick off Ocean Week Victoria with a family-friendly festival at Esquimalt Gorge Park. Explore marine touch tanks, ocean-inspired activities, live art demonstrations, scavenger hunts, and community conservation initiatives.
Come visit Pacific Wild’s table!
Free for everyone to attend and no registration required.
World Ocean Day at Fisherman’s Wharf
- sun, may 31, 2026
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Fisherman’s Wharf, Dallas Road, Victoria, BC, Canada
Celebrate World Ocean Day at Fisherman’s Wharf during Ocean Week Victoria with a free, family-friendly day of ocean education and community action. Hosted by Eagle Wing Whale Watching Tours and supported by GVHA, the event features interactive exhibits, marine conservation organizations, touch tanks, live diving demonstrations, face painting, and more.
Visit Pacific Wild’s table and learn about sea otters.
Free for everyone to attend and no registration required.
Ocean Week Pub Trivia
- mon, june 1, 2026
7:30 pm – late
Christie’s Carriage House Pub, 1739 Fort St, Victoria BC V8R 1J3
Test your ocean knowledge at this 19+ Ocean Week Victoria trivia night hosted by the Ocean Week Victoria planning committee and Sixty Watt Trivia. Come early! Last year the pub filled to capacity! Enjoy ocean-themed trivia, marine picture rounds, fun prizes, and a lively night celebrating Victoria’s coastal waters and marine life.
Pacific Wild’s Marine Specialist, Sydney Dixon will be on the mic!
Ocean Opportunities Fair
- wed, june 3, 2026
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
3170 Tillicum Road, Victoria, BC, V9A 7C5. Unit 128, Upper Level
One of Ocean Week Victoria’s most popular events is back! The Ocean Opportunity Fair connects youth and early-career professionals with organizations in marine science, conservation, and ocean-related industries to explore careers, volunteer opportunities, mentorships, and training pathways.
Come say hi at our table!
Free for everyone to attend and no registration required.
Film Screening: Ocean with David Attenborough
- thurs, june 4, 2026
6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas St, Victoria BC V8W 2B6
Join Pacific Wild for a special screening of Ocean with David Attenborough, followed by a panel discussion and community conversation on marine protection and trawling in British Columbia.
Featuring speakers from Pacific Wild, the Georgia Strait Alliance, and more, the evening will include a Q&A and informal networking opportunity.
This free event is 19+, registration is required, and space is limited.
World Ocean Day Festival at Beacon Park
- sun, june 7, 2026
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Beacon Park, 9801 Seaport Pl, Sidney BC V8L 0A5
Hosted by the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea, this family-friendly community celebration features local ocean organizations, conservation groups, and ocean-minded businesses. Explore interactive exhibits, educational activities, hands-on learning opportunities, and engaging displays focused on marine ecosystems and coastal stewardship.
Free for everyone to attend and no registration required.
Why Ocean Week Matters
Ocean conservation doesn’t happen in isolation. It happens through community engagement, informed advocacy, and collective action. Whether it’s reducing bycatch, protecting forage fish, restoring habitat, or supporting sustainable ocean policies, every action contributes to healthier marine ecosystems.
This Ocean Week, let’s celebrate wins while tackling what’s next. We hope you’ll join us.
