Walk the red carpet and dive into an unforgettable ocean adventure of two official premieres of new Porci’s Ocean Patrol short films.

Little Scientists, Big Blue - a brand-new animated short film created with Fastbreak Films especially for National Science Week 2026. Join Porci the Porcupine Fish on an imaginative underwater journey exploring kelp forests, deep-sea ecosystems, marine wildlife and the science helping protect our oceans.

Porci Explores Marine Parks - an exciting new animated short film developed with Fastbreak Films, National Parks and Wildlife Service SA, Parks Australia and the Marine Discovery Centre. The film showcases South Australia’s 26 State and Commonwealth Marine Parks and the important science behind their protection and management.

Hosted by the Marine Discovery Centre with National Parks and Wildlife Service SA, this family-friendly event combines animation, marine science and hands-on discovery to inspire future ocean explorers.

What to expect:

• Premiere screenings of Little Scientists, Big Blue and Porci Explores Marine Parks
• Live performance by Sea Star Rock
• Panel of leading Australian marine scientists
• Emceed by Lucy Rasheed
• Family-friendly foyer activities and hands-on learning
• Virtual Reality reef dives
• Interactive 3D beachcombing experiences
• Marine touch tables and microscopes
• Aboriginal artefacts and Indigenous science displays
• Walk the red carpet and get a photo with Porci
• Meet a Marine Parks Ranger

Your ticket includes:

• Movie ticket
• Popcorn
• Drink

Book now and discover why we all live on Planet Ocean.

This Inspiring Australia initiative is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week. Porci Explores Marine Parks is proudly funded by Parks Australia and National Parks and Wildlife Service SA.