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Right Whale Festival

An annual celebration of the endangered North Atlantic right whale. Visit our website for info. Location: Main Beach Park, Amelia Island, FL
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10/17/2026

Their Future, Our Fight: Festival Feature.....Beach Yoga!

Breathe in the ocean air, move your body, and enjoy yoga on the beach during the 2026 Right Whale Festival!

🌅 Saturday, November 7 at 6:00 p.m.
Join Centred on Yoga for a sunset yoga flow on Main Beach as we close out the first day of the festival. This easy, all-levels outdoor flow is perfect for beginners and experienced yogis alike. Registration is free, with optional donations benefiting the Right Whale Festival and its mission to celebrate and protect North Atlantic right whales. Please register using this link: https://buff.ly/Eotk6LR

🧘‍♀️ Sunday, November 8 at 9:00 a.m.
Start your Sunday with our annual beach yoga class hosted by Deb Cunningham! No registration is required; just come out and enjoy a peaceful morning by the ocean before the festival begins.

For both classes, please bring a yoga mat that you’re comfortable using directly on the beach, plenty of water, and comfortable clothing.

🐋 Join us November 7 & 8 at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach, Florida, for the 2026 Right Whale Festival!

Come move, breathe, and connect with the ocean as we celebrate and protect North Atlantic right whales.

10/15/2026

Their Future, Our Fight: Festival Feature… Kids Program!

At the Right Whale Festival, kids can embark on an exciting adventure to discover the amazing world of North Atlantic right whales!

This year’s Kids Program will be passport-style! Kids can pick up their passport and explore the festival grounds, visiting dozens of educational exhibitors to find answers and learn more about North Atlantic right whales.

In keeping with this year’s theme, Their Future, Our Fight, the passport will highlight the many ways that everyone, including kids and families, can help protect right whales.

Once all the questions are answered, kids can bring their completed passport back to the Information Tent and choose a special prize from our treasure chest!

It’s a fun and interactive way for kids to explore the festival, meet our educational exhibitors, learn about right whales, and discover how they can be part of protecting their future.

Join us at the 2026 Right Whale Festival on November 7 & 8 at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach, Florida!

10/14/2026

Their Future, Our Fight: Festival Feature.....Sighting Training!

Join Blue World Research Institute for Right Whale Sighting Training and learn how you can help protect North Atlantic right whales.

During this training, you'll learn how to identify right whales, recognize their behaviors, report sightings, and contribute valuable information that supports conservation. Sightings help scientists better understand whale migration and keep whales protected.

This training will take place at 6 p.m. on November 9th at the Courtyard Amelia Island! No advance registration required. Refreshments are available for purchase at the hotel bar prior to the start of the event.

Join us at the 2026 Right Whale Festival on Nov. 7th & 8th at Main Beach Park, Fernandina Beach, Florida to speak with Blue World Research Institue about the importance of attending this training!

10/14/2026

If you’re local or staying in town after the Right Whale Festival, MARK YOUR CALENDAR for these two free events on Monday, November 9:

🪸 3 p.m. — The Beauty of Coral Reefs
Join Heather Starck, Executive Director of the Coral Reef Alliance, at Story & Song Bookstore Bistro for a presentation about efforts to save and protect one of the most beautiful habitats on earth with a reception to follow. Registration is required through the Story & Song website: https://tinyurl.com/4ma6637h

🐋 6 p.m. — Right Whale Sighting Training
Join Blue World Research Institute at the Courtyard Amelia Island to learn how to spot right whales from shore and report sightings. Your reports can help protect these endangered whales from vessel strikes. No registration is required.

We hope you’ll join us for another day of learning and ocean conservation!

10/14/2026

I spoke with Cheryl S. Munday, the Right Whale Festival coordinator. She shared a lot of great information and enthusiasm for the event , which takes place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, …

10/13/2026

"Their Future, Our Fight: Festival Feature…Food, Treats & Local Flavors!

Delicious food and great conservation go hand in hand!

Join us throughout the weekend for a delicious lineup of food trucks and vendors serving something for everyone. Enjoy seafood, tacos and quesadillas, African and Argentinian cuisine, gyros and Mediterranean favorites, empanadas, sandwiches, poke bowls, pulled pork, and more. Save room for dessert and festival treats, including Bundtlets, shaved ice, kettle corn, lemonade, and other sweet treats!

And there’s even more to feel good about! All seafood served at the festival will be sustainably sourced, with an emphasis on local seafood whenever possible.

Join us at the 2026 Right Whale Festival on November 7 and 8 at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach, Florida. Come hungry, enjoy some great food, and spend the weekend learning about North Atlantic right whales and how you can help protect them!

10/08/2026

Their Future, Our Fight: Festival Feature…. Tribute Ride!

Join us at the 2026 Right Whale Festival as we honor the life and legacy of Jessica Koelsch Bibza, a driving force behind the creation of the Right Whale Festival.

Jessica believed that outdoor activities and athletics were powerful ways to bring communities together for right whale conservation. Her vision continues to inspire the festival today.

The North Florida Bicycle Club will lead the annual Tribute Ride on Sunday, November 8 at 10:00 a.m. This approximately 35-mile, medium-level social ride will celebrate Jessica’s passion for cycling, community, and conservation.

📍 Main Beach Park, Amelia Island, FL
📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m.
🚲 Approximately 35 miles

Register using this link: https://buff.ly/wu1fJLY

Join us at the 2026 Right Whale Festival on Nov. 7th & 8th at Main Beach Park, Fernandina Beach, Florida!

10/07/2026

Their Future, Our Fight: Be Informed!

Make sure you are up to date on conservation measures designed to protect North Atlantic right whales, including the precautions you should take when out on the water.

Boaters can stay informed about Right Whale Slow Zones by signing up to receive notifications with current dates, locations, and maps:
https://buff.ly/qLrzT8p Boater education courses are another great way to learn how to safely share the water with whales. The U.S. Coast Guard, state agencies, and other organizations offer boating safety and education resources that include information on protecting whales and other marine wildlife.

You can also get informed in person at the Right Whale Festival! Stop by the U.S. Coast Guard and NOAA Fisheries exhibits to learn about current conservation measures and safe boating practices.

Or attend an Expert Meet & Greet, where you can hear directly from right whale experts, ask questions, and learn what you can do to help protect right whales.

Learn more about simple ways you can help protect right whales:
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Join us at the 2026 Right Whale Festival, November 7–8 at Main Beach Park in Fernandina Beach, Florida, to learn more about right whales and the actions we can all take to help protect them.

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10/06/2026

Their Future, Our Fight: Festival Feature…Volunteers!

Volunteers are an essential part of making the Right Whale Festival a success, and we want YOU to be part of the team!

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers ages 15 and up to help with everything from event setup and breakdown to children’s activities, T-shirt sales, attendee surveys, assisting visitors, and more.

Volunteer perks include:
👕 A free festival T-shirt
🏆 Amazing prizes
🛍️ Local discounts

GET INVOLVED NOW!!! Sign-up to be a volunteer here: https://buff.ly/62KGVlo

Lend a hand, and help make a difference for North Atlantic right whales! at the Join us at the 2026 Right Whale Festival on Nov. 7th & 8th at Main Beach Park, Fernandina Beach, Florida!

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