Bubble Buddies Bay SplashFest! will take place from 5 to 8 June 2026 to celebrate World Ocean Day.
Exact times and opening hours may vary in each country, but all locations will share one special moment when all our festival friends connect live across Greece, Italy and the United Kingdom.

The proposed schedule is:

- Friday (late afternoon): Opening ceremony, films, readings and fun!
- Saturday (10:00–18:00): A full day of activities with art, science, dance and storytelling.
- Sunday: More creative workshops, the Closing and Awards Ceremony.
- Monday: The celebration continues at local schools, where children will share their SplashFest experiences for World Ocean Day.

The final confirmed programme and times will be announced after 31 March 2026.

Booking is simple: Click on your location to learn more, check the schedule and reserve your tickets and workshop spots.

SIFCA Arts Centre
Leof. Saronidas 14
Saronida 19013

CRETAquarium Thalassocosmos,
Gournes Chersonissos,
Heraklion, Crete

Rhodes Aquarium
Enydreiou Square,
85131, Rhodes

Pescino 17 agli Orti
Via Del Fossato 22
Bracciano (RM) 00062

Address
to be
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Address
to be
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Everyone is welcome to join the Bubble Buddies Bay SplashFest!, a joyful weekend of films, art, music and discovery celebrating our beautiful ocean.

The festival is designed for children aged 3 to 10, but families, teachers and ocean lovers of all ages are invited to share the fun!

Our goal is to make SplashFest a joyful and safe space for all families.

- Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
- Volunteers and staff are there to help, so please follow their guidance.
- First-aid and lost-child points will be marked at each site.
- If you need assistance, ask any team member wearing a Bubble Buddies Staff Badge.

Together, we’ll make the ocean and the festival a place of respect, discovery and fun!

At Bubble Buddies Bay SplashFest! learning and playing together works best when kindness leads the way.
Our simple Code of Conduct helps everyone make the festival a joyful and respectful experience for all.

Kindness and Respect

All participants and hosts should treat one another with courtesy, respect and patience.
Celebrate differences, listen to others, and remember that every smile makes the wave stronger.

Environmental Behaviour

- Use sustainable, eco-friendly materials whenever possible.
- Help keep the festival clean and promote recycling and repurposing in all activities.
- Avoid single use plastic.

Fair Play

- No bullying or exclusion of any kind.
- Share the spotlight and encourage everyone to take part and have their moment to shine.
- Cheer for your friends and celebrate every small success!

At Bubble Buddies Bay SplashFest!, everyone is welcome because the ocean belongs to us all. We want every child and family to feel comfortable, safe and included.

- Festival spaces are chosen to be wheelchair friendly whenever possible.
- Activities will include when possible visual, tactile and audio elements so that children of all abilities can take part.
-Our team and volunteers are happy to assist with access needs, so let us know when you arrive or when booking.
- Printed materials use clear fonts and high contrast colours for better readability.
- Quiet zones will be arranged whenever possible for children who need a calm moment during the day.
- If you or your child need any specific support, please mention it when booking your place.

Together, we’ll make sure your SplashFest! experience is smooth and full of joy.

Comfortable outfit: Marine colours (blue, turquoise, coral or white) are welcome!
If you want to dress like your favourite marine creature, even better: just one fun detail is enough to join the ocean spirit!
Blanket or cushion to sit on the grass or floor during films and readings.

Refillable water bottles and recyclable lunch packs: Let’s keep our bays and beaches clean by creating as little waste as possible!

Hats and sunscreen: Yes, even in the UK and Germany! The sun is stronger (because of climate change) than it used to be, and we all want to stay safe while having fun.

A big smile and a sense of curiosity!

Bubble Buddies Bay SplashFest! will be filmed and photographed for educational and promotional purposes. By attending, you agree that you and your children may appear in general crowd or activity footage. If you prefer not to be filmed, please let one of our volunteers know at registration: we’ll give you a special NO MEDIA badge so our media team can respect your choice.

Every participating child receives an Ocean Guardian Certificate, recognising their curiosity, creativity and care for the sea. It’s their first step toward protecting our blue planet!

Follow us on our social media channels to stay updated on the latest SplashFest! news, upcoming events and behind-the-scenes stories. If you have any questions or need more information, feel free to write to us at info@bubblebuddiesbay.com