A comprehensive list of Dive Shows and Diving Events around the world.
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August 2021
“Protect the Endangered” Open Day with GVI
We’re hosting a Protect the Endangered Virtual Open Day on Saturday 21 August 2021. Join us online to learn more about endangered species such as elephants, lemurs and sea turtles you can work to conserve on our projects, as well as advice from our experts on how a GVI experience can influence your career path. So join us to hear more about the many ways you can be part of the solution
Find out more »September 2021
Bright Green Lies Question and Answer Session
On Sept 11th at 4pm Pacific/ 7pm EDT, join the authors of the book Bright Green Lies: Derrick Jensen, Lierre Keith, Max Wilbert, and filmmaker Julia Barnes for an in-depth discussion and Q&A. Read about Bright Green Lies at The Scuba News Canada This event will explore the topic of greenwashing and the extraction inherent in “green” technological solutions. Please email questions ahead of time to info@brightgreenlies.com Details Sponsored by Bright Green Lies Documentary
Find out more »Submerged North Carolina Webinar Series – World War I: The Great War off North Carolina’s Coast
When World War I began in 1914, the battles happened far from American shores with seemingly no direct danger to the U.S. Although Germany’s Unterseeboot(undersea boat) fleet was prowling the North Atlantic, the people of North Carolina felt they had little to fear, and many believed the U-boats could never travel the distance to their shores. They were wrong. By the end of the war in 1918, three German U-boats had sunk a total of 10 vessels off North Carolina alone.…
Find out more »The Great British Beach Clean 2021
The Great British Beach Clean is a week-long citizen science event, where hundreds of beach cleans take place up and down the UK. Litter data collected drives our conservation work and also feeds into the International Coastal Clean-up (ICC). This year’s Great British Beach Clean will take place between Friday 17th – Sunday 26th September 2021. On every clean we ask people to run a litter survey: recording all the items of rubbish they find in a 100m stretch. We use this data…
Find out more »Wild About Nature with Jill Heinerth and Kathy Stinson
This online event is presented with the support of CVS Midwest Tapes, and the Friends of the Lethbridge Public Library. ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation is provided with the support of Teamwork’s Training Institute and Select People Solutions. Sponsored by: Lethbridge Public Library and The Word On The Street Festival Lethbridge
Find out more »18th Annual Sylvan Lake Cleanup 2021
Sunday, Sept 19th, 2021 – with applicable COVID protocols (if required) for this Underwater Lake Cleanup at Sylvan Lake – Main Pier Area. Wanted – Divers, Paddlers & Shore Support, Plus Shoreline Cleanup Volunteers. You must RSVP & register on-line via this our AUC.TidyHQ Event Portal: http://thq.fyi/se/jtK7uGU Hosted by the Alberta Underwater Council and its volunteers, with thanks to Town of Sylvan Lake. A shoreline & beach area cleanup to be conducted by local volunteers at the same time – organized…
Find out more »AIDA Depth World Championship
Two years after the last AIDA World Championship in Villefranche-sur-mer, AIDA is ready to welcome the top freediving athletes to our 27th World Championship in Limassol, Cyprus from 20-30 September 2021. The event will be streamed live on the AIDA Freediving YouTube channel and feature Constant Weight with Bifins, Free Immersion, Constant Weight No Fins and Constant Weight competitions. The complete calendar, start lists and results can be found on the official AIDA Depth World Championship website. Don’t miss a second of this high-anticipated…
Find out more »Interdive 2021
The 8th InterDive trade fair in Friedrichshafen was the first major trade fair in Baden-Württemberg after the lockdown - together with the Interboot - to be successfully concluded. Taking into account a comprehensive hygiene and safety concept, a total of four days of the fair revolved around diving. Almost 80 exhibitors from the diving industry presented various products in Hall B5: from diving trips to diving equipment, diving jewelry, training and diving courses to marine protection organizations, there was a…
Find out more »Dive in with Liz and Sylvia, Featuring Dawn Wright
Dawn Wright is an American geographer and oceanographer. She is a leading authority in the application of geographic information system (GIS) technology to the field of ocean and coastal science, and played a key role in creating the first GIS data model for the oceans. Wright is Chief Scientist of the Environmental Systems Research Institute (aka Esri), the world’s leading GIS software, research, and development company. As chief scientist, Dr. Wright aids in formulating and advancing the intellectual agenda for…
Find out more »Human Factors in Diving Conference 2021
The first event of its kind, the conference provides a unique opportunity to share the knowledge and skills to make diving safer, more effective and more enjoyable, by allowing divers and instructors to take more informed risks and reduce uncertainty. The world-class speakers will be highlighting how they have created positive change, sometimes when faced with significant challenges and how attendees can be inspired to create change in their own diving, diving operations or diving community. Gareth will be the…
Find out more »Virtual Sharktoberfest 2021
Join Greater Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, Shark Stewards, and partners to raise awareness of the importance of elasmobranchs in our marine ecosystem, coinciding with the arrival of white sharks to the San Francisco area to feed on our abundant seal and sea lion populations. Tune in for fun and educational activities for adults and kids, shark art, shark science, shark films, shark conservation, and lots of great ukulele tunes!
Find out more »October 2021
Boston Sea Rovers 67th Annual Conference and Expo
Join us as the world’s leading divers, underwater photographers, and scientists convene to share news about the latest expeditions and innovations in underwater exploration. The Boston Sea Rovers Clinic & Expo has four components: a film festival, a daytime presentation series, artifact exhibits, and a bustling show floor. Masters of Ceremonies Dr. Gregory Skomal is a renown marine biologist, underwater photographer, and author. He has written dozens of scientific research papers and appeared in numerous documentaries, including programs for National…
Find out more »Maritime Archaeology Webinar – Exploring and Discovering Shipwrecks
Join Shannon Ricles, Education and Outreach Coordinator for Monitor National Marine Sanctuary to dive into maritime archaeology. Explore its early beginnings, and learn about maritime archaeology as a career. Discover how technology has changed the tools used to explore shipwrecks, while you dive into the waters off North Carolina. Learn how NOAA and partners work to conserve and protect submerged historical resources and grasp the significance of a World War II battlefield located just off the North Carolina coast. Hear…
Find out more »Diving Talks 2021
DIVING TALKS 2021 is the international diving congress, that will bring to Portugal the world’s leading divers, showing their best of the best recent achievements. DIVING talks 2021 is also a pretext to put together the love for diving and a trip with your family. Diving Talks is talking about diving, talking is an expression of communication, communicating is sharing; so let’s talk about diving, and share the talks! DIVING talks 2021 will feature an exhibition area, ‘show and tell’…
Find out more »Pirate Purge Garage Sale
Doing a little fall cleaning and raising money for adaptive divers training and travel, the Dive Pirates Foundation is hosting a Pirates Purge sale of dive equipment Saturday, October 9, at 8th Wonder Brewery and Distillery in Houston.
Find out more »Handicapped Scuba Association South Africa Dive-A-Thon 2021
Handicapped Scuba Association SA is hosting a 50 hour dive-a–thon on 15th to 17th October 2021. We aim to book and sell a 1000 dive-slots and we need each and every diver to help us in this fundraising endeavour. We will not be able to do this on our own. Scuba Diving has a great rehabilitative effect on people living with disabilities – so great, that it restores their self-confidence and human dignity, as well as gives them a new perspective in…
Find out more »The Maritime Museum of BC 17th Annual Marine Garage Sale
It’s back! The Maritime Museum of BC along with sponsor Capital Iron is excited to announce that it will hold its 17th annual Massive Marine Garage Sale on Sunday, October 17, 2021, in the back lot of Capital Iron, 1900 Store St. This popular annual event returns at last for buyers and sellers–and anyone who loves boating, fishing and outdoor sports! Bringing together marine vendors from all over Vancouver Island, the Museum expects a great turnout for dozens of vendors setting up outdoors in…
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November 2021
The Science of Cave Diving
Canadian cave diver, underwater explorer, writer, photographer, and filmmaker Jill Heinerth shares stories from her expeditions into caves. In a sport once tagged as the domain of adrenaline junkies, cave divers have become an important asset to scientists exploring global climate change, archaeology, water issues, and unique biology. Canadian cave diver, underwater explorer, writer, photographer, and filmmaker Jill Heinerth will share stories from expeditions into caves from Antarctica and Bermuda to the Bahamas. She’ll offer a fast-paced multimedia show about…
Find out more »DEMA Show 2021
For everyone and anyone who is passionate about the diving industry. Whether you’re a loyal attendee or this is your first DEMA Show, the Show is a MUST-attend event if you want to experience the latest industry trends and develop business and professional relationships in a face-to-face setting unlike any other.
Find out more »January 2022
boot Düsseldorf 2022
This event has now been postponed. See the official announcement at: https://www.thescubanews.com/2021/12/30/its-now-official-boot-dusseldorf-will-not-take-place-in-2022/
Find out more »March 2022
Go Diving 2022
The Go Diving Show will be back on March 4-6, 2022 at a brand new venue NAEC Stoneleigh. A purpose build exhibition centre with 19,000 FREE parking spaces. The new venue offers more space, better on-site facilities and a selection of real diver grub food vans! We know the food has been lacking previously, we heard you.
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DRT Show Taiwan 2022
The name DRT stands for Diving, Resort, and Travel. DRT SHOW was founded by Mr. Jason Chong in 2009 to provide business partners greater support and encourage more people to become passionate divers who care about marine ecology. In 2010, the first DRT SHOW was held successfully in Hong Kong. 90% of exhibitors were from overseas, which proved that DRT SHOW had become the most international dive exhibition in Asia Pacific. Since then, DRT SHOW has been taking place in…
Find out more »DAN (Divers Alert Network) Injury Monitoring Webinar
This webinar will focus on DAN’s injury monitoring program. They will highlight incidents in which the buddy system could have —- or did —- save the diver. They will break down each incident in detail, covering solo scenarios, lost buddy scenarios, and team awareness, as well as reiterating one of the most important fundamentals of diving safety: diving is a team sport.
Find out more »Edmonton Boat and Sportsmen’s Show 2022
The Edmonton Boat and Sportsmen’s Show is Western Canada’s largest and best boat & Outdoor show. A 525,000-square-foot outdoor playground. The Edmonton Boat & Sportsmen’s Show has been a favourite of thousands of outdoor enthusiasts for over 45 years and attracts hundreds of exhibitors each year. As we prepare to launch this summer, we have assembled the best in the industry. This year’s newest boat and quad models, as well as the newest gear needed for everything in the outdoor…
Find out more »DykMässan 2022 – The Scandinavian Dive Show
Swedish Dive Show is a gathering place for, freedivers, scuba divers and sport divers – and anyone who likes to be in, and under water. Diving trips are a big part of the range at the show. At the Swedish Dive Show, general agents and stores will display most of their merchandise. We’re also going to hold a photo contest, for both still photography and video. We have a popular children’s corner to amuse the little ones. We’re going to have workshops…
Find out more »Beneath the Sea 2022
This event has now been postponed. We will update with new dates when they are available.
Find out more »April 2022
Houston Underwater Film Festival 2022
HUFF aims to promote underwater film making and appreciation of the beauty and diversity of all things underwater as well as encouraging the art of underwater videography. Underwater videographers from around the world are invited to submit entries for consideration for screening.
Find out more »19th International Ocean Film Festival – In Person Event
“We’re back! To say we’re excited is an understatement,” said Ana Blanco, Executive Director for the Festival. “This year’s festival will not only be an extraordinary homecoming to the Cowell Theatre, but will also highlight some of the lessons we learned from the pandemic. The silver lining of the last two years has been reaching more and new audiences through our virtual component, which now is a permanent part of the full festival.” This year’s 19th Annual International Ocean Film Festival is marked with 18 days…
Find out more »19th International Ocean Film Festival – Virtual Event
“We’re back! To say we’re excited is an understatement,” said Ana Blanco, Executive Director for the Festival. “This year’s festival will not only be an extraordinary homecoming to the Cowell Theatre, but will also highlight some of the lessons we learned from the pandemic. The silver lining of the last two years has been reaching more and new audiences through our virtual component, which now is a permanent part of the full festival.” This year’s 19th Annual International Ocean Film Festival is marked with 18 days…
Find out more »Underwater Canada – Into The Planet
Jill Heinerth, an underwater explorer, has explored submerged mines, caves, shipwrecks, and other breathtaking natural phenomena in every province and territory of Canada. She will take the audience on a remarkable journey through our country’s abundant water resources, telling stories of swimming with polar bears, WWII shipwrecks, and tiny cave dwellers who filter the Great Lakes watershed. Jill Heinerth is an underwater cave explorer, bestselling author, photographer, speaker, and filmmaker who is a member of the International Scuba Diving Hall…
Find out more »Niagara Divers Association Annual Shipwrecks Symposium 2022
On Friday, April 15, and Saturday, April 16, 2022, the Niagara Divers’ Association will hold its 27th Annual Shipwrecks Symposium, “Shipwrecks/2022.” In response to Covid-19, we will hold a streaming event this year instead of our usual in-person location at Centennial High School, 240 Thorold Road, Welland, Ontario. The event is free to attend, but anyone interested in making a donation to cover the costs of hosting Shipwrecks 2022 can do so at registration. We would appreciate it if anyone…
Find out more »The Big Easter Hunt 2022 at East Coast Watersports
East Coast Scuba & Watersports is hosting its 2nd annual Eco-friendly Big Easter Hunt. Don’t worry no large groups, plan some dives with your dive buddy over Easter Weekend. Small cost for this event is $15.99 plus tax. Air fills for those that sign up for this event will be 50% off, starting, once you bring your first egg back to the shop. There will be prizes for this event! Who will collect the most Easter Eggs?
Find out more »DAN Webinar – Personal Emergency Action Plan: Why YOU Need One
Every diver should have a personal emergency action plan (or EAP) for every dive trip, even if only one dive is planned. EAPs provide critical information specific to the location and type of diving you're doing, and they should be tailored to each dive excursion. The process of developing an EAP will prompt you to consider potential problems and prepare you to deal with them. Doing this preparation work ahead of time will allow you to concentrate on managing an…
Find out more »The Outdoor Adventure Show – Toronto 2022
Canada’s Largest Event for Outdoor AdventurersTake a look! Carry it out! It’s your life! This exciting three-day event offers incredible pre-season deals on the best outdoor gear and travel experiences. 320+ Exhibitors. The Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show, which normally takes place in February each year, was postponed due to COVID restrictions and is now rescheduled for April 29, 2022 to May 1, 2022 this year. The largest adventure show in Canada, offering pre-season deals on the latest outdoor gear and…
Find out more »May 2022
Long Beach Scuba Show 2022
Scuba and snorkeling enthusiasts will welcome the country’s largest scuba diving exposition when it returns to the Long Beach Convention Center after a two-year hiatus, May 14 to 15, 2022. Scuba Show 2022 will feature over 260 exhibitors – from dive gear companies to travel destinations from around the world – providing inspiration on where to find the next dive adventure, what to wear and how to stay comfortable and safe underwater. All diving interests will be covered, from underwater…
Find out more »“Adapting to Dive” World Premiere
Nonprofit Diveheart, Los Angeles Filmmaker Present World Premiere of Adapting to Dive. Documentary shows transformational journey, nonprofit’s mission. Diveheart, a Downers Grove-based nonprofit tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, and Los Angeles filmmaker David Marsh will be presenting the world premiere of the documentary called “Adapting To Dive” at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Classic Cinemas Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave. in Downers Grove. Since 2001, Diveheart has been helping youth, veterans, and others with disabilities through adaptive scuba and scuba…
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