PACIFIC RIM WHALE FESTIVAL
EDUCATE ~ INSPIRE ~ ENTERTAIN
MARCH 14-21, 2026
The Pacific Rim Whale Festival is an annual event celebrating the return of Pacific Grey Whales to the West coast of Vancouver Island on their Northern migration route. The week-long festival hosts a number of fun events throughout Tofino, Ucluelet, and the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.
Featured Events
The Baleen Bash
Join us in celebrating the final night of the festival!
Parade of Whales & Wonder
A parade of ocean-themed floats through the town of Tofino.
Maritime Kids Days
A day full of hands on marine fun and learning for children
As a Tribal Park Ally, we support the stewardship vision of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation and invite visitors to honour the four principles of ʔiisaak and take the ʔiisaak pledge:
ʔiisaaksinḥiʔin - to live with respect for natural law
taaquqḥłiʔin - to speak truthfully and learn the history of this place
łaayiksinḥiʔin - to be generous and helpful in building community
Qʷaasiinḥapin - to leave healthy habitats undisturbed for future generations