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Picnics

Fresh, Simple, Modern Fun at the Aquarium of the Pacific

Evening events on the Veranda

Enjoy unlimited access to more than 12,000 animals, shows, and interactive exhibits.

All concepts include:

Personalized admission ticket with access to the entire Aquarium during public operating hours
A visit from one of the Aquarium’s costumed characters
Picnics are scheduled for a four-hour block of time with 90 minutes of meal service.
Lemonade and ice water stations

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For more information, call our special events department at (562) 951-1663.

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Feed a Moon Jelly!

Available Saturdays and Sundays 11:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

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