The Marine Institute will be taking part in events for this year’s European Maritime Day (EMD) in Cork later this month.
On Friday 23 and Saturday 24 May, a free maritime-themed family festival will run along Cork’s city quays, as the city plays host to this major European event for the first time.
One of the festival’s main attractions will be the Marine Institute’s Wild Atlantic – What Lies Beneath Expo: a free, immersive and interactive exhibition inviting visitors to explore Ireland’s ocean environment.
From deep-sea discoveries to cutting-edge marine science, the expo will showcase how we map, study, and protect our marine world.
“We are thrilled to be part of European Maritime Day 2025 in Cork,” said Dr Rick Officer, CEO of the Marine Institute. “This event offers an exciting opportunity to share the science behind our seas and celebrate the importance of ocean knowledge with people of all ages. We want everyone to leave feeling inspired, informed, and connected to the marine world around them.”
As well as discovering the wonders of Ireland’s vast ocean territory and habitats via interactive exhibits, visitors to the expo will also have the opportunity to step aboard Ireland’s state-of-the-art research vessel Tom Crean for the first time since it entered service three years ago.
And the Marine Institute’s Explorers Education Programme will present hands-on learning activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of marine scientists and ocean advocates.
The two-day expo will be held at the Port of Cork and is suitable for all ages. Cork City Council has more on the festival HERE.
