MARCH 15-22, 2025
The Pacific Rim Whale Festival is an annual event celebrating the return of Pacific Grey Whales to the West coast of Vancouver Island on their Northern migration route. The week-long festival hosts a number of fun events throughout Tofino, Ucluelet, and the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.
Explore your Whale Fest Promotions below.
Get your family on the water for less!
Book your family whale watching excursion for spring break. Between March 15th – 30th, every adult whale watching seat purchased, receives a free youth or child seat.
Be close to all the Action!
Stay with us between March 15th and 22nd during Pacific Rim Whale Festival and get 15% off your stay. Use Promocode “WhaleFest”
Events not to be Missed
Parade of Whales and Wonders – Saturday March 15th, 10:00am – 10:30am
Witness the streets come alive with color, imagination, and maritime magic as the Parade of Whales and Wonder winds through the heart of Tofino. Following the parade, the celebration continues at the Tofino Community Hall with an indoor market with a diverse array of local products, arts, and crafts. The market promises to be a hub of post-parade energy and creativity, offering a perfect opportunity to connect with the local community.
Chowder Chowdown – Sunday March 16th, 11:00am – 2:00pm
Indulge your taste buds in a coastal culinary extravaganza at the highly anticipated Chowder Chowdown! Returning this year with even more flavor, this event brings together renowned restaurants from Ucluelet and Tofino to showcase their culinary prowess in crafting the perfect chowder.
Maritime Kids Day – Tuesday March 18th, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Embark on a day of maritime exploration at Maritime Kids Day, a special event presented in celebration of Whale Fest! This event offers a fantastic opportunity for children and families to engage with the wonders of the marine world. Maritime Kids Day features a variety of hands-on educational activities designed for all ages. Join us for an immersive experience in interactive learning that fosters curiosity and wonder for our marine ecosystem.
Beach Clean with Surfrider – Friday March 21st, 12:3opm – 2:30pm
Winter swell and currents bring in marine debris to our shoreline every year. Help Surfrider Pacific Rim keep our beaches clean whilst also learning how to use the information we collect from the beach, to take action and prevent debris from entering the water in the first place.
Baleen Bash Closing Party – Saturday March 22nd, 8:00pm – 1:00am
Close out Whale Fest in style with Justin Martin. As the late Oscar Wilde once said: “life is too important to be taken seriously”, an ethos that Justin Martin is sticking with despite achieving soaring success over the last six years as a producer and international DJ.
See calendar of all Pacific Rim Whale Fest events here