Aquarium

Penguins & Pajamas
2026-01-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-02-07 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | The Aquarium, 300 Ocean Ave, Pt. Pleasant Beach, NJ, 08742, United States
Waddle 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 children of all ages.
$25 Adults (12 years and up) / $25 Children (Ages 3-11) / Children 2 & Under are FREE.
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Junior Keepers (7-11 years old)
2026-01-19 08:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-16 08:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
This 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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Penguin Awareness Day
2026-01-24 11:00 - 16:00 UTC
This is a day to celebrate the world’s penguins! Come learn about all 18 species through crafts, activities, and keeper chats.
Included with general admission.

Yoga
2026-01-25 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Enjoy an hour-long yoga class with This Is Yoga NJ surrounded by fascinating sea life, including our playful seals, Turbo and Noelani. A perfect way to blend relaxation with a unique aquatic experience! Includes admission for the day.
This program is planned as an All Levels Yoga class geared for adults, but ages 10+ are welcome accompanied by a participating adult.
$30 per participant.
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Registration will close January 23rd at 4pm.

Terrapin Appreciation Day
2026-01-31 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Join us and Project Terrapin as we celebrate the amazing Northern diamondback terrapin with turtle talks, educational displays, crafts, story time, and appearances from Scutes, the MATES terrapin mascot!
Included with general admission.

National Day of the Axolotl
2026-02-01 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Axolotls have become one the most beloved creatures. They are incredibly popular due to their unique appearance, including their permanent “smile” and feathery gills, combined with their fascinating ability to regenerate body parts. Join us to learn more about these critically endangered amphibians with chats, activities, and crafts.
Included with general admission.

Junior Keepers (11-15 years old)
2026-02-13 08:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York)
This 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 11-15 years. $100 per Child.
To Register Click Here!

World Whale Day
2026-02-15 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
This day is celebrated to raise awareness about the challenges all whales face and to promote their conservation. Learn all about these amazing marine mammals through crafts, activities, chats, and more!
Included with general admission.

Yoga
2026-02-22 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Enjoy an hour-long yoga class with This Is Yoga NJ surrounded by fascinating sea life, including our playful seals, Turbo and Noelani. A perfect way to blend relaxation with a unique aquatic experience! Includes admission for the day.
This program is planned as an All Levels Yoga class geared for adults, but ages 10+ are welcome accompanied by a participating adult.
$30 per participant.
To Register Click Here!
Registration will close February 20th at 4pm.

International Polar Bear Day
2026-02-28 12:00 - 16:00 UTC
Polar bears are not your average bear! Join us as we celebrate the King of the North with educational displays, crafts, games, and visits from Gus the polar bear!
Included with general admission.
