Virginia Beach, VA – The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center’s harbor seal named Monty passed away unexpectedly during a diagnostic procedure yesterday. The Virginia Aquarium team has heavy hearts as they share this news and grieve this significant loss. Monty was sedated for x-rays …
Virginia Beach, VA – The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center Foundation’s annual online auction and biggest fundraiser of the year will begin on September 23, 2024. Ocean Commotion presents exciting opportunities such as private behind-the-scenes tours, exhibit scuba dives, and more! For …
Virginia Beach, VA – After a competitive process, Evan Culbertson has been selected to join the leadership team as the new Vice President of Animal Care at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center, effective September 19. In this new role, Culbertson will oversee the Aquarium’s husbandry t…
Virginia Beach, VA – Get in the Halloween spirit with a howling fun, family-friendly Halloween event at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center! Fins & Frights will take place on October 18 and 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. with tricks and treats for all. Guests can explore a spooky night at …
Virginia Beach, VA – Dispose of old electronics responsibly at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center’s E-Cycling event on September 7, from 9 a.m. to noon, presented by PRA Group. Rain or shine, participants can recycle old cellphones, used vehicle batteries, personal electronic items…
Virginia Beach, VA – The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center invites guests to discover the whimsical outdoor art exhibition which debuts September 13, “TROLLS: Save the Humans” created by artist Thomas Dambo. This exhibit, featured on the Aquarium’s Nature Trail, will include six signatu…
Virginia Beach, VA – The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center successfully raised more than $7.4K at its inaugural pickleball tournament fundraiser called Dink or Swim, presented by The Oceanfront Inn. A total of 31 teams signed up to play pickleball in celebration of World Sea Turtle Da…
Virginia Beach, VA – SpongeBob’s Bikini Bottom is coming to the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center in July with Act Like a Sponge, a global SpongeBob initiative aimed to curb plastic waste, educate consumers, and inspire ocean sustainability activities, presented by Nickelodeon. With thi…
Virginia Beach, VA – Sink your teeth into Shark Week at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center with jaw-some activities, shark talks from keepers, prizes, and more! Shark Week will take place at the Aquarium from July 21 through 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. During these hours, guests can ex…
Virginia Beach, VA – The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center has challenged the Virginia Zoo to a friendly competition to raise awareness of Plastic Free July, encouraging the community to take small steps to reduce personal plastic waste. The Virginia Aquarium and Virginia Zoo will com…
