One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel

17/09/2026

2026 Hermanus Whale Festival 2 - 4 October 2026

To book your accommodation at One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel, please email: [email protected]

See you there !

🐋 WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE 2026 HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL?🐋
Three days. One incredible celebration of whales, our ocean, conservation, family fun and everything we love about Hermanus! 💙
📅 2–4 October 2026
📍 Hermanus, Western Cape
The 2026 Hermanus Whale Festival Programme is here! 🎉
Join us for a jam-packed weekend featuring:
🐋 The Best Land-Based Whale Watching in the World
🌊 Interactive Eco-Marine Village
🎤 Marine & Nature Talks
🎨 Arts & Crafts
👧 Kiddies Zone
🏐 Beach Volleyball at Grotto Beach
🍔 Food Courts
🎶 Music & Beer Tent Chill Zone
📻 Live Radio Broadcasts
🚐 Shuttle Service & Park & Ride
PLUS special weekend events! 👇
🏃 10 km Whale Festival Fun Run
🚗 Whales & Wheels Classic Car Show**
🎉 Popular Street Parade**
🏴‍☠️ Pirates & Mermaids Treasure Hunt**
🚶‍♀️ Whale Festival Family Walk
🏐 Beach Volleyball at Grotto Beach
And, of course... whales! 🐋🐋🐋
Bring the family, bring your friends, and come spend the weekend celebrating the incredible marine life and natural beauty that make Hermanus so special.
🎟️ FREE FESTIVAL ENTRY
📅 2–4 October 2026
🌐 http://www.hermanuswhalefestival.co.za
Save the programme. Share it with your friends. And start planning your Whale Festival weekend! 🐋💙

11/08/2026

THE POPULAR HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL

🚗 THE POPULAR HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL STREET PARADE IS BACK! 🐋

One of the biggest crowd favourites of the Hermanus Whale Festival returns to the streets of Hermanus this October!

📅 Saturday | 3 October 2026
⏰ Starts at 11:00 AM
📍 Through the Hermanus Whale Festival grounds.

Grab your spot along the route and get ready to **watch, cheer and celebrate** as the parade makes its way through town! 💙💚

🚗 Vintage & Classic Cars – Beautifully restored vehicles from the popular Whales & Wheels Classic Car Show.

⚓ Hawston – TS Birkenhead Cadets – Proudly marching through the streets of Hermanus. [TBC]

🚛 The Iconic Coca-Cola Truck – A crowd favourite returning to the parade!

🎉 Local Businesses & Community Groups – Celebrating the people and organisations that make our region special.

🐋 Festival Mascots & Special Guests – Bringing plenty of smiles and festival fun for young and old.

Bring the kids, bring the family and come experience the colour, energy and community spirit of the Hermanus Whale Festival Street Parade!

🐋 Hermanus Whale Festival 2026
📅 2–4 October 2026
🌊 The world's only Eco-Marine Festival
https://hermanuswhalefestival.co.za/events/whale-festival-street-parade/

29/06/2026

Counting down the days!

Counting down the days! 🕒 There are just 95 days left until the iconic Hermanus Whale Festival, happening from 2 – 4 October 2026! 🐋✨

While the Southern Right whales are the stars of the weekend, they aren't the only ones excited to welcome you. Joining them are these Common Dolphins giving a splashing show right alongside the whales! 🐬🌊

Hermanus is gearing up for an unforgettable weekend of marine education, live music, delicious food markets, and the best land-based whale (and dolphin!) watching in the world.

www.hermanuswhalefestival.co.za


Photo Credit:
Marine Dynamics Whale Tours

29/06/2026

See you at the whale festival!
Save the Dates: 2–4 October 2026
Location: Hermanus Waterfront

🐋 WHERE TO STAY DURING THE HERMANUS WHALE FESTIVAL 🐋
We are so excited to share our magnificent whales with our visitors this year! 🐋✨

Planning your trip? There are plenty of fantastic accommodation options right in the heart of downtown Hermanus. From cosy vacation rentals and Airbnbs to backpackers, caravan parks, and beautiful holiday homes across the Overstrand area, there’s something for everyone.

👉 From the website:
Click here to check availability and book your stay

https://hermanuswhalefestival.co.za/accommodation-in-hermanus-travel/

For more information about Overstand, accommodation options, or local visitor opportunities, check out their page or contact us directly.

HERMANUS INFORMATION
• https://hermanus-tourism.co.za/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hermanustourism/
• Contact Number :+ 27 28 313 8930

GANSBAAI INFORMATION
• https://xplorio.com/gansbaai/en/accommodation/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GansbaaiTourism
• Contact Number: +27 28 384 8336

STANFORD INFORMATION
• https://www.stanfordinfo.co.za/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stanfordtourism/
• Contact Number: +27 28 341 8516

KLEINMOND INFORMATION
• https://kleinmondtourism.co.za/
• https://www.facebook.com/HangklipKleinmondTourism/
• Contact Number: +27 28 271 8474

See you at the whale festival! 🌊

• 📅 Save the Dates: 2–4 October 2026
• 📍 Location: Hermanus Waterfront

07/05/2026

FynArts Festival returns to the stunning coastal town of Hermanus from 6 – 14 June 2026.

For reservations at One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel email: [email protected]