Happy Quokka Birthday! Just when you thought a quokka couldn’t get any cuter, the next generation of joeys have emerged from their mother’s pouches taking the adorable-factor to the next level.
What’s on at Little Quokka’s Big Birthday Weekend?
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. Think live entertainment, sensory play, art and craft activities, photography workshops, eco education, and so much more.
Children aged between five and 12 will 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.
Getting there
Getting to the island has never been easier, with free same-day travel and admission to the island for children 12 years and under.
Where is it?
The event is located in the heart of the settlement, across Thomson Lawn and the terraces in front of the Visitor Centre — just a two-minute walk from the main jetty.
Register your interest
Join the celebrations on Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September, 15th, 2024. The event is free, but registration is required.
The famed quokka
Rottnest Island’s photogenic ambassador skyrocketed to international fame after high-profile celebrities including Roger Federer, Margot Robbie, and Chris Hemsworth posted selfies with the adorable marsupials on social media.
Native to Western Australia’s Rottnest Island, a Class A Reserve with pristine beaches, abundant wildlife, and plenty of sunshine, it is no wonder the quokka is world-renowned as the happiest animal on earth.
