Check out the Ocean Festival community events happening on the Northern Beaches.

Upcoming events

Mon 2 Dec
Sun 8 Dec
Photo Exhibit

Underwater Photography Exhibition 2024

View the winning images of the Underwater Photography Competition 2024 exhibition, including the ‘Valerie Taylor Underwater Photography Award for Excellence’. Immerse yourself in all things ocean by joining us through the week for ‘Coffee & Conversations’ at the Manly Library.
Manly Library, Level 2, 1 Market Lane, Manly
Aquatic, Children and Families, MEC Events, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability
Tue 3 Dec
6.00 PM - 9.00 PM
Jellyfish

Marine Talks at Manly Club

Join us to celebrate our love of the oceans.
Manly Club, On Gilbert Park, 2 West Esplanade Manly
MEC Events, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability
Sun 8 Dec
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
FoCTB

Meet the Friends of Cabbage Tree Bay Volunteers

Meet the popular Friends of Cabbage Tree Bay volunteers and find how you can join up and participate as a volunteer.
Shelly Beach, Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve (near the ramp) Manly
Aquatic, Children and Families, MEC Events, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability
Sun 8 Dec
12.00 PM - 3.00 PM
a labelled sketch of a beach shell

Introduction to Nature Journalling Workshop

Interested in learning more about nature journalling? In celebration of the Northern Beaches Ocean Festival, this workshop will teach you the practice of recording your personal observations and connect you with the natural world. Ages 18+
Manly Library in the Creative Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Ocean Festival, Education and Learning, Seniors, Youth