Sensory Saturday
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesGuests with 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. General admission applies.
Beach Walk
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesExplore the beach with our Aquarium staff during this free program and see what treasures you can find! Meet in front of the aquarium, weather permitting.
World Ocean Day
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesGet ready to SPLASH into the celebration of the sea during World Ocean Day. Meet a Mermaid, enjoy crafts & activities, learn all about the ocean, and watch a mermaid swim! Visit the mermaid in our classroom from 12:00-12:30pm, and then watch her swim at 2pm & 3pm. Included with general admission.
Junior Keepers (7-11 year olds)
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesThis 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.…
World Sea Turtle Day
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesCome learn about one of the world's most beloved sea creatures - the sea turtle! There will be keeper chats, activities, crafts and more!
International Horseshoe Crab Day
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesCome 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. Make a craft, meet live horseshoe crabs, and learn what makes them so special. Included with general admission.
Penguins & Pajamas
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesWaddle your way into a wonderful morning with our favorite flightless friends! Put on your favorite pair of pajamas and join us in learning all about penguins through storytelling, a craft, and a special Meet & Greet with one of our African penguins! This does include all day admission. This program is open to to…
Pollinator Day
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesJoin us today as we focus on the importance of the relationship between pollinators and plants! There will be educational displays, crafts, activities and more!
Beach Walk
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesBe sure to meet us in front of the Aquarium for this free event. Come explore the beach with our Aquarium staff and see what treasures you can find! *Weather permitting*
Mermaid Meet & Greet
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesOur enchanting mermaid is back and will be out of the water for a magical meet-and-greet. Included with general admission.
Junior Keepers (7-11 years old)
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesThis 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.…
Beach Walk
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesBe sure to meet us in front of the Aquarium for this free event. Come explore the beach with our Aquarium staff and see what treasures you can find! *Weather permitting*
Beach Walk
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesBe sure to meet us in front of the Aquarium for this free event. Come explore the beach with our Aquarium staff and see what treasures you can find! *Weather permitting*
Junior Keepers (7-11 years old)
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesThis 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.…
Wild Ways to Play
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesHow do we create enrichment for our animals? Are you curious about what “enrichment” means? Join this workshop to learn all about enrichment, the importance of it, and how it is used for all of our animals throughout the Aquarium! Participate in observations and learn how to write enrichment evaluations, as well as create your…
Shark Awareness Day
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesLearn about the importance of sharks to our oceans through crafts, activities, keeper chats and more! Included with General Admission.
Beach Walk
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesBe sure to meet us in front of the Aquarium for this free event. Come explore the beach with our Aquarium staff and see what treasures you can find! *Weather permitting*
Beach Bingo
The Aquarium 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, United StatesJoin us for Bingo on the Beach! This is a free event. Please meet our staff infront of the Aquarium. Weather permitting.