Educator holding terrapin for scout to touch.

Tickets for Fall 2025-Winter 2026 Scout Overnights go on sale July 28.

Take your Scout troop on a one-of-a-kind adventure with our Scout programs and experiences! We offer daytime workshops and overnight events throughout the year for patches and badges. Scout programs are offered exclusively to registered Scouts, as well as their chaperones for overnight events.

Upcoming Scout Programs 2025-2026

Snooze under the sea stars on an exciting overnight adventure for scouts at the Virginia Aquarium! This immersive experience offers scouts the opportunity to dive into the wonders of marine life while earning a special Explore Sea Turtles Patch to commemorate their journey.

This program is designed to foster curiosity, teamwork, and environmental stewardship among scouts. Throughout the overnight stay, participants will engage in a series of hands-on activities, led by experienced aquarium educators and staff. Don’t forget your sleeping bags and sense of adventure.

Participants must be at least 5 years of age or older. Scout overnights are offered exclusively to registered Scouts and their chaperones. Late-night snacks and continental breakfast will be provided. This program provides a Virginia Aquarium Overnight Patch upon completion and includes next-day admission to the Aquarium.

Upcoming Girl Scout Overnight Dates

September 26, 2025-September 27, 2025
7:00pm-8:30am

November 21, 2025-November 22, 2025
7:00pm-8:30am

Snooze under the sea stars on an exciting overnight adventure for scouts at the Virginia Aquarium! This immersive experience offers scouts the opportunity to dive into the wonders of marine life while earning a special Explore Sea Turtles Patch to commemorate their journey.

This program is designed to foster curiosity, teamwork, and environmental stewardship among scouts. Throughout the overnight stay, participants will engage in a series of hands-on activities, led by experienced aquarium educators and staff. Don’t forget your sleeping bags and sense of adventure.

Participants must be at least 5 years of age or older. Scout overnights are offered exclusively to registered Scouts and their chaperones. Late-night snacks and continental breakfast will be provided. This program provides a Virginia Aquarium Overnight Patch upon completion and includes next-day admission to the Aquarium.

Upcoming Scouting America Overnight Dates

February 20, 2026-February 21, 2026
7:00pm-8:30am

March 20, 2026-March 21, 2026
7:00pm-8:30am

Kids at an overnight watching a ray swim by in Norfolk Canyon.

Review Our Scout Overnight Guide

Registered for a Scout Overnight? Be prepared to have your best overnight yet with our handy guide just for Scouts!

Read the Scout Overnight Guide
Scouts explore topography table exhibit.

Private Scout Overnights

Private Scout overnights are available for groups of 65 or more to book for January-March and for September. Contact our Programs team to make a request.

Email Programs Team

Volunteer With Us!

Scouts can gain valuable volunteer experience and contribute to our mission by volunteering with us.

Have Questions?

For questions about our Scout Programs, or to book a private Scout overnight, email our Programs team.