Shark Island Paddlers is proud to once again host this amazing international film competition event. Bondi Pavilion will be the first stop of the 2026 World Paddling Film Festival Tour on April 8th, hosted by Shark Island Paddlers.

The World Paddling Film Festival Tour brings award-winning films to communities around the globe. You'll witness 12 or so of the best short (2-16 minute) paddling-themed films from over 800 global competitive entries.

Since 2006, it's screened over 1,000 times to more than 300,000 audience members.

With support from the Waverley Council Small Grants program, we shall also be running an exciting competition for local filmmakers to create a short film specifically for this event.

Join fellow paddlers, adventurous spirits and fans of the life aquatic at the most beautiful cinema location on the Eastern Seaboard.

We believe the best place to see the year's best paddling films is on the big screen surrounded by friends, family, fans and fanatics!!

With only 200 seats for one night only, this event will sell out again so be quick!

We will also have a very special adventure paddling guest, Sarah Davis whose epic "Paddle the Nile" journey is the subject of film and a book https://www.amazon.com.au/Paddle-Nile-Womans-Search-Ordinary/dp/0645489816  As in the past with our WPFF, an in-depth Q&A will put you up close and personal with this great explorer.

Ticket Price(s): $23 Advance or $29 Regular