Sensory Friendly Morning
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Second Saturday of the month | 7:30am-9:00am | North Building. Families that have members with disabilities are invited to visit the Aquarium in a calm, comfortable, sensory-…
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.
Featured Events
Toddler Tuesday
Tuesday, September 17, 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 …
Discovery Garden
Wednesday, September 18, 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 Trek
Thursday, September 19, 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
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Monthly | 8:30am-10:30am | North Building. September's event will align with the International Coastal Cleanup! Register by 12:00pm on Tuesday, September 17. This is a fun an…
Ocean Commotion
Monday, September 23, 2024
September 23 - October 5. Join us for our annual online auction featuring one-of-a-kind Aquarium items and experiences! Bid on exciting opportunities such as shadowing our a…
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Monday, September 23, 2024
9:00am-3:00pm | North Building Classroom. As autumn sets in, it's the perfect time to give blood and be a part of something bigger than yourself, helping those in need during…
Teacher Open House
Thursday, September 26, 2024
5:30pm-7:30pm | South Building (801 General Booth Boulevard). Join us for an enriching Teacher Open House at the South Building on Thursday, September 26! Educators, teaching…
Nature Excursions - Fishing at the Aquarium
Thursday, October 3, 2024
5:00pm-8:00pm | Members: $50 | Non-Members: $55. This catch-and-release experience will introduce participants to proven fishing techniques, fish identification, and the rule…
Sharks After Dark
Thursday, October 3, 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…
Nature Excursions - Eastern Shore Collection
Monday, October 7, 2024
9:00am-4:00pm | Members: $69.95 | Non-Members: $79.95. Explore Kiptopeke State Park’s shallow, sandy shoreline, and Cape Charles’ grass beds as we look for juvenile fish and …
Fins & Frights
Friday, October 18, 2024
October 18 and 19 | 6:00pm-9:00pm | North Building and Nature Trail. Enjoy a howling fun, family-friendly Halloween event at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center…
