Scenic Overlook Closed for Renovations

The Scenic Overlook is closed for construction, with a new deck expected to reopen this fall. The Nature Trail between the buildings remains open.

Toddler boy playing with foam from cup in toddler science program

Toddler Tuesday

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Every Tuesday | First Session at 9:15am, Second Session at 10:15am | South Building. Build early literacy skills through this guided program that makes learning the alphabet …
Children at FantaSea Evenings at the Chesapeake Bay touch pool with a pirate lady and a wizard.

FantaSea Evenings

Tuesday, July 16, 2024

July 16 and 17 | 6:00pm-9:00pm | North Building. Dive into the magic and mystery of FantaSea Evenings at the Virginia Aquarium! Meet pirates with mischievous grins, mythical…
Little girl with magnifying glass at Discovery Garden

Discovery Garden

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Every Wednesday | 9:00am-12:00pm | South Building. Join us for playtime fun focusing on hands-on activities geared towards early learners. Turn nature and science into art in…
Toddler girl holds up leaves collected during Toddler Trek on Nature Trail

Toddler Trek

Thursday, July 18, 2024

Every Thursday | 10:00am-11:00am | South Building. Explore the trail in this guided nature walk including fun with counting, shapes, songs and themed activities. Weather-appr…
Creek Cleanup volunteers in high vis vests search for trash

Creek Cleanup

Saturday, July 20, 2024

POSTPONED from July 13 to July 20 due to weather. Monthly | 8:00am-10:00am | North Building. Register by 12:00pm on Tuesday, April 16. Show a little love for the environment …
Sandbar shark in exhibit.

Shark Week

Sunday, July 21, 2024

July 21-27. Sink your teeth into Shark Week at the Aquarium with jawsome activities, shark talks from our keepers, prizes, and more! Starting July 21, come celebrate sharks …
Guests take selfies at Teman the komodo dragons exhibit window as he eats treats behind it

Sharks After Dark

Friday, August 2, 2024

First Thursday of the month | 6:00pm-9:00pm | North Building. Join us for a special evening scheduled just for adults 21 and older! Whether you bring a friend or choose to co…
Guest looking at phone while lying among blankets in front of the Chesapeake Bay Aquarium.

Zzz's Under the Sea - Members Only

Friday, August 16, 2024

August 16, 7:00pm - August 17, 8:30am. Grab your sleeping bag and pajamas for the ultimate slumber party at our Member-exclusive Zzz's Under the Sea overnight event! Enjoy a …
E-Cycling volunteer smiles holding a box of electronics and cords.

E-Cycling Event

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Saturday, September 7 | 9:00am-noon | East Parking Lot of the Virginia Aquarium. Dispose of old electronics responsibly at the Virginia Aquarium’s E-Cycling event, presented …
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