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Right Whale Festival 2026

About this event

The Right Whale Festival marks the annual return of endangered North Atlantic right whales to the coastal waters off northeast Florida and Georgia, where they give birth and nurse their young. It is a family event that raises awareness of the threats facing right whales and what can be done to help them recover, with ocean-themed activities and exhibits focused on education and environmentally responsible adventures and products.

What to expect

  • Two days at Main Beach Park, Fernandina Beach
  • Information on right whale protection efforts
  • Ocean-themed activities and exhibits
  • Free admission

Date and time

Saturday 7 November 2026, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm; Sunday 8 November 2026, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Time zone not specified.

Location and format

In person, Main Beach Park, 32 N. Fletcher Avenue, Fernandina Beach, FL, USA.

Cost

Free.

Registration

Right Whale Festival website

More information: NOAA Fisheries event page

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