Today's Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
July 6, 2020 9:00 AM—9:30 AM
Draw With Us
Grab some paper and crayons to draw along as we learn all about ocean animals and habitats.
July 6, 2020 10:00 AM—10:30 AM
Jellies & Plankton
Plankton forms the foundation of the ocean food chain. Explore this microscopic world with an Aquarium educator.
July 6, 2020 11:00 AM—11:30 AM
Aquarium Exploration: Fish
Join us as we explore the amazing adaptations that make fish so special.
July 7, 2020 9:00 AM—9:30 AM
ABCs Under the Sea
Practice your ABCs while learning all about ocean animals.
July 7, 2020 11:00 AM—11:30 AM
Ask a Scientist: Sharks
Connect with an Aquarium educator to find the answers to all your questions about SHARKS. Be prepared to text in your questions during the program.
July 7, 2020 1:00 PM—1:30 PM
Ocean Exploration
Every day, scientists are working to learn more about our oceans. Take a closer look at the tools and instruments they use to explore.
July 7, 2020 2:00 PM—2:30 PM
Aquarium Exploration: Food Webs
Discover what-eats-what as we learn more about how plants, animals, and ecosystems are connected through food webs.
July 8, 2020 9:00 AM—9:30 AM
Crafty Critters
Grab some basic household supplies and build your very own animal. Be sure to have some paper, scissors, something to color with (crayons or markers), and either tape or glue. For extra fun, you can decorate your craft with empty toilet paper rolls and ribbon.
July 8, 2020 11:00 AM—11:30 AM
All About Invertebrates
Join us as we explore the spineless wonders of the ocean like sea stars, sea jellies, and so many more amazing ocean animals.
July 8, 2020 1:00 PM—1:30 PM
Kelp Forests & Conservation
Explore kelp forests and discover how they support a rich diversity of ocean life. Learn how aquariums and scientists are working together to conserve kelp forest animals.
July 8, 2020 2:00 PM—2:30 PM
Aquarium Live Ep 3: Training Animals
Explore how our animal care staff train and care for our seals and sea lions. Play games, explore animals, and find out how we care for our animals in this series.
July 8, 2020 7:00 PM—8:00 PM
The Path Forward to Sustain Natural Food Production in the Mekong River
John Sabo
John Sabo will discuss the effect of hydropower dams on fishing and food security in the Mekong River.
July 9, 2020 9:00 AM—9:30 AM
Friends in the Sea
Take a trip with Gracie the gray whale and learn about shapes, colors, and senses as we make new friends that live in the ocean.
July 9, 2020 10:00 AM—10:30 AM
Draw With Us
Grab some paper and crayons to draw along as we learn all about ocean animals and habitats.
July 9, 2020 11:00 AM—11:30 AM
Aquarium Exploration: Octopus
Octopus are incredibly intelligent. From camouflage to suction cups, explore some of the adaptations that make them so unique.
July 9, 2020 1:00 PM—1:30 PM
Bioluminescence and the Deep Sea
Have you ever wondered about animals that live in the deep ocean? Explore this habitat and the special animals that call it home.
July 9, 2020 2:00 PM—2:30 PM
Sharks & Conservation
Sharks are an important animal in the ocean. Learn all about the role that sharks play, and how you can protect them.
July 10, 2020 9:00 AM—9:30 AM
Wigglie Squigglie
Most animals in the ocean do not have backbones. Join us as we examine amazing invertebrates, like sea stars, octopus, and snails.
July 10, 2020 1:00 PM—1:30 PM
Science of SCUBA Diving
Buoyancy...Pressure...Decompression....What does it all mean? Take a closer look at the science behind SCUBA diving.
July 10, 2020 2:00 PM—2:30 PM
Mackerel Fish Dissection
Investigate external and internal fish adaptations as we dissect a Pacific mackerel. Viewer discretion advised.
July 15, 2020 7:00 PM—8:00 PM
The Blue Economy: An Introduction
Charles Colgan
Charles Colgan will introduce the ideas behind the blue economy, assess current efforts to create it, and explore the problem of how we will know if we have been successful in creating a blue economy.
July 22, 2020 7:00 PM—8:00 PM
Fantastic Beasts: Dragons of the Deep, Gelatinous Sea Creatures, Slugs with Solar Panels, Fish with Hair?
Mike Bartick
Mike Bartick is a professional diver residing in Anilao, Philippines, in the heart of the Coral Triangle. His fascination for strange and beautiful sea life has taken him nearly around the globe in search of that special critter encounter.
July 26, 2020 5:00 PM—9:00 PM
Discounted Sunday Late Nights
Special Extended Hours
Enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific with special extended hours at an extra special price!
August 2, 2020 5:00 PM—9:00 PM
Discounted Sunday Late Nights
Special Extended Hours
Enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific with special extended hours at an extra special price!
August 9, 2020 5:00 PM—9:00 PM
Discounted Sunday Late Nights
Special Extended Hours
Enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific with special extended hours at an extra special price!
August 11, 2020 7:00 PM—8:00 PM
Global Warming Demystified: The Science, The Consequences, and The Solutions
Jeffrey Bennett
Jeffrey Bennett will answer questions about the science of global warming, while showing that the solutions to this important problem are ones that people of all persuasions can agree on.
August 15, 2020 7:00 AM—9:00 AM
Autism Family Morning
Join us for a special morning exclusively for families with children or adults with autism.
This will be a morning when guests can enjoy the tranquility of our exhibits and meet 12,000 animals from the world’s largest ocean.
August 16, 2020 5:00 PM—9:00 PM
Discounted Sunday Late Nights
Special Extended Hours
Enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific with special extended hours at an extra special price!
August 23, 2020 5:00 PM—9:00 PM
Discounted Sunday Late Nights
Special Extended Hours
Enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific with special extended hours at an extra special price!
August 27, 2020 7:00 PM—8:00 PM
Hope for Reefs: Advancing the Science of Coral Reef Restoration
Bart Shepherd
Bart Shepherd will discuss the California Academy of Sciences’ coral reef restoration efforts.
