Presented by Sitka Sound Science Center

The 29th Annual Sitka WhaleFest - 2025

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About This Event

Sitka WhaleFest celebrates marine life through science, art, culture, and adventure. Attendees of all ages and backgrounds leave WhaleFest with a deeper connection to the ocean. 

The core of Sitka WhaleFest is the three-day Science Symposium, where scientists and knowledge-bearers share the latest research and learning about marine life. This symposium is for everyone: speakers highlight the relevance and accessibility of their knowledge to people from all walks of life. Deepen your WhaleFest experience by participating in hands-on workshops, appreciating the work of artists and performers, exploring Sitka Sound, and engaging with Sitka’s vibrant community. This annual Sitka tradition is not to be missed! 

Online registration will close at noon on Wednesday, October 5. If you wish to register for the full symposium after this time, please visit us in person at the registration desk at Harrigan Centennial Hall, 11:00am-1:00pm, November 7-9. 

About This Event

Sitka WhaleFest celebrates marine life through science, art, culture, and adventure. Attendees of all ages and backgrounds leave WhaleFest with a deeper connection to the ocean. 

The core of Sitka WhaleFest is the three-day Science Symposium, where scientists and knowledge-bearers share the latest research and learning about marine life. This symposium is for everyone: speakers highlight the relevance and accessibility of their knowledge to people from all walks of life. Deepen your WhaleFest experience by participating in hands-on workshops, appreciating the work of artists and performers, exploring Sitka Sound, and engaging with Sitka’s vibrant community. This annual Sitka tradition is not to be missed! 

Online registration will close at noon on Wednesday, October 5. If you wish to register for the full symposium after this time, please visit us in person at the registration desk at Harrigan Centennial Hall, 11:00am-1:00pm, November 7-9.