2026 Program
Friday 18th September 2026
Saturday 19th September 2026
9:00am- Festival Open
10am - Welcome- Main Stage
10:15am- Sea Shanties - Main Stage
10:45am - Pelican Talk - Main Stage
11am - Crayfish Cracking Demo - Main Stage
11am - Red Mo the Pirate - Roaming
11:30am - Westernport Down under - Main Stage
12pm - Filleting Demonstration - Main Stage
12:30pm - VFA Information Talk - Main Stage
12:45pm - Seafood Salads - Main Stage
1:00pm - Invy Horn Band - Roaming
1:15pm- Westernport Kelp Restoration- Main Stage
1:45pm - WIFRAB- Main Stage
2pm - Red Mo The Pirate - Roaming
2:15pm - Wildlife Coast Cruises - Main Stage
2:30pm - Fish Bingo - Main Stage
3pm- Sea Shanties - Main Stage
3:15pm - Blessing of the Fleet Ceremony - Main Stage
3:30 Blessing walk, Stage to - Jetty
4:00pm Close of the Day - Main Stage9.00am-4.00pm
ALL DAY ACTIVITIES
Junior Deckies Certified - Kids area
Newhaven College Buskers - Inside Stage
Saturday Treasure Hunt
Sunday 20th September 2026
9.00am-4.00pm
9:00am - Kids Marque Open
10.00 - San Remo Preschool Kids - Main Stage
10:30am - Red Mo the Pirate - Roaming
11.00 - Rowie & South Dudley Tom – Main Stage
11:00am- Max the Magician - Kids Marque
12.00 - Seth & The Forge - Main Stage
12:00pm - Story and show with Fishing Nanna - Kids Marque
1.00 - Mark Howard & John Kendall - Main Stage
1:00pm - Red Mo the Pirate show - Kids Marque
1.00 - Invy Horn Band - Main Stage
1pm - Max the Magician - Roaming
2.00 - Laing Brothers - Main Stage
2:00pm- Marine Mammal Dolphin Discovery Talk - Kids Marque
3.00 - Cali Rd- Main Stage
4:00pm - Event Close
ALL DAY ACTIVITIES
Make a take home TIDAL treasure - Kids Marque
Sensory Discovery - Kids Marque
Treasure Hunt - Kids Marque
Junior Deckies Certified - Kids Area
Fish Care Clinics San Remo Jetty
Fishcare Victoria – Sunday Fishing Clinics (San Remo Jetty)
Whether you're a first-time fisher or a seasoned angler, Fishcare's 'Come and Try Fishing' days welcome everyone to experience the joys of fishing while learning sustainable angling practices! Supported by our dedicated Fishcare Victoria staff and volunteers, each session provides a hands-on fishing experience tailored for all ages, skill levels and abilities.
NOTE: Children under 15 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
🌟 What You'll Enjoy:
A 1 Hour fishing experience that covers Victorian fishing rules and regulations
Guidance on sustainable fishing techniques
Opportunities to catch a fish with all equipment provided, including rods, tackle, and bait
All covered under a group fishing licence - it's FREE!
Please Note:
Bookings are essential. These popular sessions have limited spots, so book early to secure your place.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1995858518556?aff=oddtdtcreator
Wildlife Coast Cruises - Saturday and Sunday (San Remo Jetty)
Description
A one-hour scenic cruise from San Remo to Cape Woolamai, showcasing towering granite cliffs, sea caves and abundant birdlife. Keep watch for wildlife and cruise beneath the Phillip Island Bridge on the return journey.
Dates & Times
Saturday 19th
10:45am, 12:45pm, 2:30pm
Sunday 20th
10:45am, 12:45pm, 2:30pm
Booking link
https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/wildlifecoastcruises/items/718815/calendar/2026/08/?full-items=yes&flow=1605059
Promo code for TIDAL ticket holders
”TIDALCAPE26”
40% discount(Excluding group prices, 19th & 20th Sept 2026)
(please don’t promote this code to the general public)
Photographs and/or video will be taken at this event.
By taking part in this event, you grant the event organisers full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes to help achieve the group’s aims. This might include (but is not limited to), the right to use them in their printed and online publicity, social media, press releases and funding applications. If you do not wish to be photographed, please inform an event organiser.