Educational Programs
Events
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Poppin’ Penguin Party
Friday, December 2nd 6-7pm- Poppin' Penguin at the Aquarium
NEW! Story time with our Poppin' Princess. Enjoy story time, singing, dancing and a visit from our mascot Perky the Penguin! -
Poppin’ Penguin Party
Friday, December 2nd 6-7pm- Poppin' Penguin at the Aquarium
NEW! Story time with our Poppin' Princess. Enjoy story time, singing, dancing and a visit from our mascot Perky the Penguin! -
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Behind the Scenes Tour
Featured RecurringDiscover what goes on behind the scenes at our aquarium while you tour the building. Pre-registration and sneakers required. Ages 5 and up. Adults $25. Children $17
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Wake up with Wally
Did you know sloths can sleep up to 15 hours a day? Join Wally for an (early for him) morning visit! Come in your pajamas and read a book, make a craft and have a visit with our sleepy sloth! Children ages 4-8. $20 per child.
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Scoop on Sloths
Did you know that two-toed sloths spend most of their lives hanging upside down from trees? Meet Wally and find out why they do that and more!
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Sensory Saturday
Featured RecurringFamilies affected by autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing or cognitive challenges, as well as guests requiring assistance for disabilities are invited to explore the aquarium before we open to the public. To create a sensory friendly environment there will be a decreased noise level, limited visual stimulation and less crowding.
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Junior Keepers (Ages 7-11)
FeaturedJunior Keepers is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. $100 per child. Ages 7-11 only. 8am – 11am.
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Scoop on Sloths
FeaturedDid you know that two-toed sloths spend most of their lives hanging upside down from trees? Meet Wally and find out why they do that and more!
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Draw with Me, Under the Sea
FeaturedDo you enjoy drawing animals? Spend time learning to draw one of the aquarium’s residents before we open to the public.
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Welcome to Spring!
FeaturedDrop in anytime between 3-5pm and join us in making a spring animal themed craft!
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Beach Microplastic Sampling
FeaturedWhat are microplastics and how are they affecting our lives? We will answer these questions and more while you help us sample the sand.
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Junior Keepers
FeaturedThis is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. Learn how to provide animal care including training, enrichment, and feeding for a variety of animals.
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Junior Keepers
FeaturedThis is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. Learn how to provide animal care including training, enrichment, and feeding for a variety of animals. You’ll go behind the scenes, meet live animals, and talk with our care staff.
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Scoops on Sloths
FeaturedDid you know that two-toed sloths spend most of their lives hanging upside down from trees? Meet Wally and find out why they do that and more!
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Behind the Scenes Tour
FeaturedDiscover what goes on behind the scenes at our aquarium!
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Celebrate our Earth!
FeaturedDrop in anytime between 3-5pm and join us for an Earth Day activity! Included with general admission.
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Horseshoe Crab Celebration
FeaturedCome learn about an unusual sea creature known as the horseshoe crab. The Delaware Bay shorelines are the site of the largest horseshoe crab spawning in the world. Each year, horseshoe crabs come ashore by the thousands to spawn on the sandy beaches during the full and new moons in May and June. Make a craft, meet live horseshoe crabs and learn what makes them so special.
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Sensory Saturday
FeaturedFamilies affected by autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing or cognitive challenges, as well as guests requiring assistance for disabilities are invited to explore the aquarium before we open to the public. To create a sensory friendly environment there will be a decreased noise level, limited visual stimulation and less crowding.
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Behind the Scenes Tour
FeaturedDiscover what goes on behind the scenes at our aquarium!
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Junior Keepers
FeaturedThis is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. Learn how to provide animal care including training, enrichment, and feeding for a variety of animals. You’ll go behind the scenes, meet live animals, and talk with our care staff.
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Behind the Scenes Tour
FeaturedDiscover what goes on behind the scenes at our aquarium.
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World Parrot Day
FeaturedDrop in anytime between 3-5pm and join us in making a parrot themed craft to celebrate World Parrot Day!
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Mermaid Brizo’s Ocean Explorers
FeaturedCome on an adventure to discover our Oceans! Our oceans are vast and full of things to discover. During this one-hour show, children will get the chance to play in hands-on activities, sing songs, and read books all with the Barnegat Bay Mermaid! Catch up with Mermaid Brizo before she swims back to the sea!
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World Ocean Day
FeaturedJoin us for this worldwide celebration of the ocean. Explore ways you can help keep it healthy and thriving for generations to come. There will be crafts, activities and keeper chats.
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Behind the Scenes Tour
FeaturedDiscover what goes on behind the scenes at our aquarium.
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Sensory Saturday
FeaturedFamilies affected by autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing or cognitive challenges, as well as guests requiring assistance for disabilities are invited to explore the aquarium before we open to the public. To create a sensory friendly environment there will be a decreased noise level, limited visual stimulation and less crowding.
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Junior Keepers
FeaturedThis is a great program for those future marine biologists! Come experience the aquarium from an employee’s point of view. Learn how to provide animal care including training, enrichment, and feeding for a variety of animals. You’ll go behind the scenes, meet live animals, and talk with our care staff.
Pre-registration & sneakers are required.
Ages 7-11 years. $100 per Child. -
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Aquarium Explorers Camp
FeaturedThe Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesThe Aquarium Explorers will learn about our different animals and their relatives. From crafts and games to activities and live animal visits, this camp is sure to provide both a fun and educational experience for all who attend. Weather permitting, part of the day will be spent outdoors. Pre-registration and sneakers are required. The theme…
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Shark and Ray Awareness Weekend
FeaturedThe Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesWe will be celebrating sharks and rays all weekend! Learn about the importance of sharks and rays to our oceans through crafts, activities, tattoo station, keeper chats and more! This event is all weekend long running from July 12th- July 14th. Included with General Admission.
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Aquarium Explorers Camp
FeaturedThe Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesThe Aquarium Explorers will learn about our different animals and their relatives. From crafts and games to activities and live animal visits, this camp is sure to provide both a fun and educational experience for all who attend. Weather permitting, part of the day will be spent outdoors. Pre-registration and sneakers are required. The theme of…