Scottburgh’s bigger and better ocean festival to make waves soon
A three-day programme line-up has something for everyone.
The countdown is on for the fourth and highly-anticipated Ocean Festival which will return to Scottburgh from May 1 to 3.
With the event taking place over a long weekend, organisers are able to expand the programme of oceanside events to celebrate World Ocean Day.
“Following the incredible success of last year’s festival, we’re proud to be expanding the programme with a bigger line-up and more diverse experience,” said Barry Lewin, event organiser.
“There will be even more opportunities for the public to engage with the ocean while remaining true to our pillars of conservation engagement, education and economics.”
The public can expect an exciting combination of sport, wellness, education and entertainment, designed to connect people with the ocean while supporting conservation and coastal community initiatives.
The Ocean Festival continues to align with the World Ocean Day mission by focusing on three key pillars – engagement, education and economics.
In terms of engagement – this allows everyone to create memorable experiences that connect one another to the ocean through sport, wellness and adventure.
The education aspect comes in to play through the event hosting talks and activations that raise awareness about ocean conservation and sustainability.
And for economics, supporting local tourism and businesses by attracting visitors to the South Coast during the winter season.
“Ocean Festival is about celebrating the ocean in all its forms, from exciting water-based competition to quiet moments of reflection and learning. We invite everyone to join us in Scottburgh this May to be part of something truly special,” added Lewin.
The line-up is as follows:
Day 1: Friday, May 1
06:00: The programme kicks off with a Scotties Striders run.
08:00: Veranda Panda session taking place at Wild Coffee.
08:30: Granny Grommets bodyboard session.
09:00: Mural reveal at Wild Coffee by local artist Giffy.
10:00: Watch the lifesaving contest at Scottburgh main beach.
10:00 to 14:00: Visitors can enjoy Ocean Experience Boat Trips running out of the Cutty Sark.
13:00 to 17:00: The next generation of surfers take to the waves in the Schools Surfing session.
18:40 to 19:00: Ocean Festival Movie Night at the Cutty Sark.
Day 2: Saturday, May 2
07:00 to 16:00 The day delivers a full day of action, headlined by the Ocean Festival Surf Contest at Scottburgh main beach.
07:00: Pilates session on the beach.
08:00 to 14:00: Ocean Experience Boat Trips continue from the Cutty Sark.
10:00 to 12:00: Engage in conversation talks on the grass in front of the lifesaving club, focusing on ocean health, conservation and community impact.
17:00 to 22:00: The Ocean Festival music evening at the Cutty Sark.
Day 3: Sunday, May 3
07:00: Rejuvenating yoga session on the beach.
09:00: The Leatherback Aliwal Shoal Surfski Challenge, which attracts top paddlers from around the country.
08:00 to 12:00: Ocean Experience Boat Trips run from the Cutty Sark for a final trip.
09:00 to 10:00: Final session of conversation talks.
14:00: Conclusion of festival.
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