Featured Events ~ Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

Looking for something special during your visit? Check out what’s coming up in our featured events.

Blood Drive

Wednesday, September 30, 2020 9:00 AM

The American Red Cross has an urgent need for blood donations to prevent another blood shortage as hospitals resume surgical procedures and patient treatments that were temporarily paused earlier this spring in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

We're all in this together and here is a great way everyone can step in and help!

For the safety of everyone, participation is by appointment only.

Good news! You can easily set an appointment time that works for you HERE. Use sponsor code VAMS.

For a speedier check-in, visit RapidPass on the day of but prior to the time of your appointment.

For more information see our Blood Drive flyer.

As our thank you to YOU for participating, all donors will receive a complimentary admission pass to the Aquarium*.

*Must redeem between October 1, 2020 – October 31, 2021.

Virtual Auction - Last Chance!

Saturday, October 3, 2020 12:00 AM

The Virginia Aquarium’s Night at the Aquarium fundraising event sponsored by Capital Group went virtual this year.

This is the LAST DAY to place your bids!

Click HERE for more on how you can join us for this virtual auction featuring all kinds of exciting experiences and unique items! All proceeds from this event will be used to help continue our important marine conservation mission!

Bidding will close TODAY, October 3 at 11:59 pm!

Toddler Tuesdays (Virtual)

Tuesday, October 6, 2020 11:00 AM

We invite you and your child to join Miss Jenny virtually as she brings age-appropriate pre-school programs that may include a letter of the day, colors, stories, and songs. While these events are free, you must register for each event separately!

On this virtual Toddler Tuesday Miss Jenny will highlight the frog, with a spotlight on the letter F, and a reading of Ribbit, written by Rodrigo Folgueira!

Upcoming Virtual Toddler Tuesdays:

Sensory Friendly Morning

Sunday, October 18, 2020 7:30 AM

We will open early exclusively for individuals and families wanting a quieter Aquarium experience with soft lighting, limited sounds, and other modifications. We hope that this special event will allow guests to enjoy the animals and exhibits at their own pace and ensure a comfortable visit for everyone, before the doors open to the general public at 9 a.m.

Advanced registration is suggested and regular admission rates apply.

Please note: One caretaker is admitted at no charge if they are working with a guest who is visiting the Aquarium. A caretaker is defined as a required attendant without whom the guest could not tour the Aquarium. The disabled guest may request an additional caretaker be admitted at 50% of the regular admission.

Virginia Aquarium Golf Classic sponsored by Atlantic Union Bank

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 12:30 PM

***NEW DATE***

All proceeds benefit the Virginia Aquarium Stranding Response Program. Sponsorships are still being accepted! Learn more about how you can participate and sponsor this amazing event here.