There is so much fun for the whole family at the Festival Experience Hub this year at Berninneit Cultural Centre in Cowes!
Included in your Festival Experience Hub Pass:
Entry to the immersive underwater themed space with sights & sounds of our marine mammals
Ocean themed art & craft activities including an interactive art wal
A packed program of fascinating talks & presentations in the theatre including a performance from the Ngargee Dance Group
Complete your Festival Experience Passport by visiting our fun learning exhibits to receive a stamp & claim your prize!
Learn all about the Humpback Whale migration, the giants of the sea the Blue Whale & the endangered Southern Right Whales from our whale scientists. Hear from palaeontologists about fossil whales found in Australia & the story of the Megalodon. Have you ever thought about a career in Marine Science & what it's like to work in the field or what you can do to contribute to Citizen Science projects? Have you spotted a common dolphin or fur seal lately?
Around the hub you can enjoy live music (sponsored by Wildlife Coast Cruises) from talented local artists & play some lawn games in the garden. Join in one of the fun free activities or story time at the library & see the displays from the Historical Society.
There are lots of other workshops and events you can book - see our Events & Activities page to read all about them & get the most up-to-date information.
Daily Pass: $25 (Family – 2 adults + up to 4 children 15 & under) - $10 (single entry 16+)
Weekend Pass: $45 (Family - 2 adults + up to 4 children 15 & under) - $25 (16+)
Purchase your pass online before you arrive for express entry or available on the day.
Open Daily: 10am - 4pm
Location: Berninneit cultural centre
When: Friday 3, Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 July 2026
TICKETS AVAILALBE SOON!
