Featured Events

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

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World Oceans Day

Saturday, June 6, 2020 11:00 AM
World Oceans Day

​Discover the secrets to keeping the bay and ocean clean. Venture outside on the Wildflower Deck to see some critters collected from the marsh, pond, and creek! Enjoy hands-on activities and discovery stations. ​

Sensory Friendly Evening

Wednesday, June 17, 2020 6:00 PM
Sensory Friendly Evening

​We will stay open late 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, after the doors close to the general public at 6 pm.​

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.

Future Sensory Friendly Events:
  • July 19 (7:30-9 am)
  • August 19 (6-7:30 pm)
  • September 16 (5-7 pm)
  • October 18 (7:30-9 am)
  • November 18 (5-7 pm)
  • December 13 (7:30-9 am)​​​

Adults Only Evening

Wednesday, June 24, 2020 6:00 PM
Adults Only Evening

​Grab a beverage and enjoy a unique date night or an evening with friends as you leisurely explore the Aquarium during an exclusive event reserved for guests 21 and older! Meet one of our animal ambassadors or stop by a pop-up program!​

The snack bar will be open and adult beverages will be available for purchase. Valid photo ID is required.​

Clean The Creek

Saturday, July 11, 2020 8:00 AM
Clean The Creek

​On Saturday July 11, 2020 Virginia Aquarium will host a cleanup of Owls Creek and surrounding areas. We're looking for individual volunteers, families, work teams, and military groups to clean by foot or personal kayak. The cleanup, scheduled from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., will help keep trash and debris from our waterways.

Click here to register no later than noon on Tuesday, July 7th. An itinerary will be emailed to volunteers no later than 5 pm on Thursday, July 9th.

Want to keep track of what you're doing to eliminate marine debris? Download Clean Swell to your phone.  Clean Swell is an app that allows you to keep a history of all your cleanups including the total weight and distance cleaned.  Click on the following link for more information. Clean Swell App​

Sensory Friendly Evening

Wednesday, August 19, 2020 6:00 PM
Sensory Friendly Evening

​We will stay open late 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, after the doors close to the general public at 6 pm.

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.

Future Sensory Friendly Events:
  • September 16 (5-7 pm)
  • October 18 (7:30-9 am)
  • November 18 (5-7 pm)
  • December 13 (7:30-9 am)​​​

International Coastal Cleanup

Saturday, September 19, 2020 9:00 AM
International Coastal Cleanup

​Ocean trash is a serious pollution problem that affects the health of people, wildlife and local economies. Join Virginia Aquarium on Saturday, September 19, 2020 as we participate in the International Coastal Cleanup; the world's largest volunteer effort to clean our ocean and waterways. This is a great opportunity for family members to volunteer together. It's also ideal for youth and adult groups. Volunteers may clean by foot or kayak. The cleanup is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon.

Click here to register no later than noon on Tuesday, September 15th. An itinerary will be emailed to volunteers no later than 5 pm on Thursday, September 17th.

Want to keep track of what you're doing to eliminate marine debris? Download Clean Swell to your phone.  Clean Swell is an app that allows you to keep a history of all your cleanups including the total weight and distance cleaned.  Click on the following link for more information. Clean Swell App​

Sensible Seafood Fest **NEW DATE**

Tuesday, November 10, 2020 7:00 PM
Sensible Seafood Fest **NEW DATE**

The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center and Sensible Seafood partners will present our annual and ever-popular, Sensible Seafood Fest presented by PNC Bank! 

This 21-and-over event celebrates ocean-friendly seafood and features mouth-watering sustainable seafood dishes prepared by local and regional chefs. 

Ticketing information coming.