Sensory Friendly Morning
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Second Saturday of the month | 7:30am-9:00am | North Building. Experience the Aquarium in a calm, comfortable, and sensory-friendly environment. These mornings provide guest…
Road Closure Saturday, May 9
Sections of General Booth Blvd. will be closed for the Virginia Beach 10 Miler on Saturday from 7:30AM-10:30AM. Visitors must travel through the Oceanfront area and south on General Booth Blvd. to reach the Aquarium.
Featured Events
Toddler Tuesday
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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, May 13, 2026
Every Wednesday Beginning May 6 | 9AM-12PM | North Building. Early learners can explore their curiosity through a nature-inspired, open play experience filled with hands-on …
Toddler Trek
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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…
Nature Excursion - Back Bay & False Cape Tour
Thursday, May 14, 2026
May 14 | 9AM-2PM. Members $55 | Non-Members $60. Experience a 4-hour guided tram tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park to learn about the l…
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Monday, June 1, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm | South Building Discovery Room. This blood drive will be part of the Mayor’s Cup competition, in which the seven cities compete for the most donations during t…
Creek Cleanup
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Monthly | 9:00am-11:00am | North Building. Register by noon the Tuesday before the event. This is a fun and fin-tastic way for families and groups to be outside and working t…
Zzz's Under the Sea 21+
Saturday, June 13, 2026
June 13, 6PM - June 14, 8:30AM. Adults 21+ | $130.Member Tickets On Sale May 11 | Public Tickets On Sale May 12. Snooze under the sea stars during our adult-only overnight ev…
Member Exclusive Hours
Thursday, June 25, 2026
June 25 | 6PM-9PM | North Building. July 21 | 6PM-9PM | South Building. August 17 | 6PM-9PM | North Building. Summer nights made for members! Make the most out of your membe…