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Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center has 43 upcoming events listed on The Tide 757, starting Friday, October 16.

Type
Aquarium / Family Attraction
Address
717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA
Known for
Sharks After Dark (first Thursdays), Halloween Nights, Zzz's Under the Sea, toddler programs, creek cleanups; Holiday Trail of Lights host

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Upcoming events

Friday Today

October 16
  • 1:30 PM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A roughly 90-minute boat trip to spot bottlenose dolphins and hear commentary from onboard educators.
  • Tide Pick 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Halloween Nights at the Virginia AquariumVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Costume-friendly evening at the Aquarium with Halloween activities and costumed characters. Adult $38, youth $33.
  • 6:30 PM Mingle After Hours: On the WaterVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard
    21+ waterfront social with food, music and scenic views. BYOB; parking fees may apply.

Saturday

October 17
  • 11:00 AM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Board a guided boat tour to spot dolphins and enjoy coastal wildlife viewing from the water.
  • 11:15 AM Ray Feeding Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Behind-the-scenes experience helping feed rays and meeting the aquarists; participants must meet age, height and waiver requirements.
  • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Halloween Nights at the Virginia AquariumVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Costume-friendly evening at the Aquarium with Halloween activities and costumed characters. Adult $38, youth $33.

Sunday

October 18
  • 11:00 AM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly ride on the Atlantic Explorer to see bottlenose dolphins and other coastal Virginia animals. Tours are approximately 90 minutes, and ticket sales support the Virginia Aquarium & Marine…
  • 11:15 AM Ray Feeding Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Help feed the rays and meet the aquarists who care for these animals during this behind-the-scenes tour. This is an add-on experience not included with Aquarium admission, costing $55 for the public and $50 for member…
  • 1:30 PM Animal Ambassador Center Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Tour the Animal Ambassador Center, meet ambassador animals and watch a personal enrichment session with staff.
  • 1:45 PM Sharks Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Go behind the scenes to learn about shark care and biology from aquarium staff with close-up viewing opportunities.

Monday

October 19
  • Tide Pick 12:15 PM Komodo Dragons Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A behind‑the‑scenes look at Komodo dragon care and behavior with staff insights and up-close viewing opportunities.
  • 1:00 PM Sea Turtles Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Go backstage to learn how sea turtles are cared for, rehabilitated and prepared for release, guided by aquarium staff.

Tuesday

October 20
  • 9:15 AM Toddler TuesdayVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Guided literacy-focused program that makes learning letters fun for toddlers and caregivers. Great for early literacy development.
  • 11:15 AM Ray Feeding Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A 45-minute behind-the-scenes experience helping aquarists feed the rays and learn about their care; allergy restrictions apply. Likely ticketed.
  • 1:00 PM Sea Turtles Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A 45-minute behind-the-scenes tour about threatened sea turtles and the aquarium’s conservation work from the Chesapeake Light Tower exhibit. Likely ticketed.

Wednesday

October 21
  • 9:15 AM & 10:15 AM Toddler Meet & Move at the Virginia AquariumVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (South Building) · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Animal-themed toddler program with movement, a letter of the week and a live animal visit.
  • Tide Pick 1:30 PM Animal Ambassador Center Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A one-hour behind-the-scenes tour to meet Animal Ambassadors and observe a personal enrichment session in a small-group setting.
  • 1:30 PM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Take a guided boat trip to spot and learn about local dolphins from the water. Expect wildlife viewing and photo opportunities.
  • 1:45 PM Sharks Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Go behind the scenes for an up-close look at shark care and conservation with staff-led insights. Great for curious animal lovers.

Thursday

October 22
  • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Toddler Trek at the Virginia AquariumVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (South Building) · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Guided nature walk on the Aquarium trail for toddlers, with counting, shapes and songs.
  • Tide Pick 1:00 PM Sea Turtles Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Behind-the-scenes tour focused on sea turtle care and conservation with up-close viewing and expert insights.
  • 1:30 PM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Boat tour to spot dolphins in their natural habitat while learning from experienced guides on the water.

Friday

October 23
  • 1:30 PM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Take a guided boat trip to spot dolphins and learn about local marine life from naturalists on the water.

Saturday

October 24
  • 11:00 AM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A guided boat trip to spot local dolphins and learn about marine life from naturalists.
  • 11:15 AM Ray Feeding Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A behind-the-scenes look at the aquarium’s ray feeding, with close-up viewing and keeper commentary.

Sunday

October 25
  • 11:00 AM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Guided boat tour to spot dolphins and learn about local marine life from the water.
  • 11:15 AM Ray Feeding Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Behind-the-scenes experience focused on ray feeding and care led by aquarium staff.
  • 1:30 PM Animal Ambassador Center Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Go behind the scenes with staff to meet and learn about the aquarium’s animal ambassadors.
  • 1:45 PM Sharks Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Behind-the-scenes access to learn about shark care, behavior and conservation from experts.

Monday

October 26
  • 12:15 PM Komodo Dragons Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Go behind the scenes to see how keepers care for Komodo dragons and learn about their behavior and conservation. Limited spots; likely requires separate admission or fee.
  • 1:00 PM Sea Turtles Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Take a behind-the-scenes look at sea turtle care and rehabilitation while learning about conservation efforts. May require additional admission or reservation.

Tuesday

October 27
  • 11:15 AM Ray Feeding Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A behind-the-scenes look at how aquarium staff feed and care for the rays, with close-up viewing and commentary.
  • 1:00 PM Sea Turtles Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    Go behind the scenes to see how staff care for and feed sea turtles, with expert commentary and close viewing opportunities.

Wednesday

October 28
  • 9:15 AM & 10:15 AM Toddler Meet & Move at the Virginia AquariumVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (South Building) · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Animal-themed toddler program with movement, a letter of the week and a live animal visit.
  • 1:30 PM Animal Ambassador Center Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A guided behind-the-scenes look at the Aquarium’s Animal Ambassador Center and its educational animals and care routines.
  • 1:30 PM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A narrated boat tour focused on spotting and learning about local dolphins in their natural habitat. Expect outdoor conditions.
  • 1:45 PM Sharks Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    An up-close, behind-the-scenes exploration of the aquarium’s shark collection and conservation work. Educational and interactive.

Thursday

October 29
  • 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Toddler Trek at the Virginia AquariumVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (South Building) · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Guided nature walk on the Aquarium trail for toddlers, with counting, shapes and songs.
  • 1:00 PM Sea Turtles Behind the ScenesVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A guided, behind-the-scenes look at sea turtle care and conservation at the aquarium. Likely ticketed; check availability.
  • 1:30 PM Dolphin Watching Boat TourVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center · 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
    A guided boat excursion to watch wild dolphins in their natural habitat. Reservations and fees may apply.

Thursday

November 5
  • Tide Pick 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sharks After DarkVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (North Building) · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Monthly after-hours evening at the Aquarium to see the exhibits at night. General $38, members $19.

Thursday

December 3
  • 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sharks After DarkVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (North Building) · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Monthly after-hours evening at the Aquarium to see the exhibits at night. General $38, members $19.

Thursday

January 7
  • 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sharks After DarkVirginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center (North Building) · 717 General Booth Blvd
    Monthly after-hours evening at the Aquarium to see the exhibits at night. General $38, members $19.

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