Little Quokka's Big Birthday Weekend 2024

Celebrate the wonder of nature and new life on Wadjemup / Rottnest Island with a weekend program of workshops, activities and festivities for the whole family.

The Noongar season of Djilba is known as first spring on the island, a transitional time where the weather is warming up and wildlife thrive on an abundance of seeds and berries. Following the winter months, the island landscape comes to life; trees begin to flower, birds roam the skies and quokka joeys peek out from their mother’s pouches.

There will be a program packed with live entertainment, sensory play, art and craft activities, photography workshops, eco education and more.

Little children aged 5–12 years can also receive an exclusive Rottnest Island Nature Play book on arrival when they present their event ticket. Stocks are limited so you’ll need to register soon.

This event is free to attend, but event registrations are required.

Please ensure you register all members of your family, including adults and children. Children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times during the event.

While every intent is for events to go ahead as planned, in some circumstances they may have to change due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

Program

F or the full program schedule and a list of all family-friendly activities, visit rottnestisland.com/quokkabirthday

Where to find the event

The event is located in the heart of the settlement, across Thomson Lawn and the terraces in front of the Visitor Centre. Visitors will find the event site just a two-minute walk from the main jetty.

Dates

Saturday 14 September, 9 am – 3 pm

Sunday 15 September, 9 am – 3 pm

Ferry travel

Ferry tickets to Wadjemup / Rottnest Island are not included in your event registration, so don't forget to book your tickets now with:

• SeaLink Rottnest
• Rottnest Express
• Rottnest Fast Ferries

For more information, family-friendly itineraries and guides to help you make the most of your time on the island, visit rottnestisland.com

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Whadjuk Noongar people as the Traditional Owners of Wadjemup, their continued connection to the island and its waters, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.

We pay respect to all Aboriginal people affected by the historical use of Wadjemup as a place of unjust incarceration, especially the men and boys whose bodies remain at Wadjemup, and to the families and descendants who lost them.