Calendar of Events
November 1st - November 30th - APF Donation Drive
For the whole month of November, we will be hosting a donation drive for the Animal Protective Foundation of Schenectady! Help support your local animal rescue and donate today! For every item donated, we will donate $1 in return. Stop by admissions before the end of November to drop off your donations! Thank you for helping pets in need!
Click here to see APF’s Chewy Wish List or APF’s Amazon Wish List here! They are accepting items for cats, dogs, and small animals; including toys, treats, bowls, leashes, timothy hay, and more.
Saturday, November 2nd - Jellyfish Touch Tank Day
Celebrate World Jellyfish Day with us at VIA Aquarium! 🌊
Join us on November 2nd for a special Jellyfish Touch Tank experience in honor of World Jellyfish Day! Get up close and personal with these fascinating creatures in our exclusive touch tank, and dive deeper into the world of jellyfish with hands-on activities.
Event Highlights:
- Jellyfish Craft Station: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Create your own jellyfish-inspired crafts to take home! 🎨✨ - Jellyfish Touch Tank: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Feel the magic of jellyfish with a safe, interactive touch experience!
Bring the whole family for a day filled with ocean fun and learning. We can’t wait to celebrate these mesmerizing marine wonders with you! 🌊
Saturday, November 9th - APF Pet Adoption Clinic
Looking to adopt a new family member? 🐾
Join us on Saturday, November 9th as we welcome the Animal Protective Foundation of Schenectady for an adoption clinic at VIA Aquarium! From 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, meet loving animals looking for their forever homes. Be ready to fall in love and possibly find your newest companion! ❤️
General admission is required to enter the clinic.
Friday, November 15th - Adult Only Glow In The Dark Date Night
Glow in the Dark Date Night at VIA Aquarium! 💡✨
Join us for an unforgettable adult-only evening at VIA Aquarium on November 15th from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM! Enjoy a unique after-hours experience where the aquarium comes alive under the glow of special lighting. Explore exhibits in a whole new way, perfect for a memorable night out.
Whether it’s a romantic date or a night out with friends, this is the ultimate way to experience the aquarium like never before. 🐠💫
Saturday, November 16th - Member Appreciation Day
Are you a VIA Aquarium member? Then mark your calendar for November 16th—we’re celebrating our 8th birthday with a special Member Appreciation Day! As a thank you, we’re hosting a day full of exclusive perks and surprises just for you. Our appreciation days are our way of adding even more value to your membership and celebrating the incredible community that makes VIA Aquarium what it is.
Join us for this milestone event and let’s make it a birthday to remember! 🌊🎂
Saturday, November 23rd - Island Wayfarer Day
Join us for Island Wayfarer Day at VIA Aquarium! 🌺🏝️
On November 23rd, bring the whole family to experience the magic of the islands! Enjoy a special Island Wayfarer performance, arts & crafts, and a chance to win raffle tickets to see Moana 2 at Rotterdam Cinemas! Dive into island vibes, creativity, and fun for all ages as we bring a splash of the tropics to the aquarium.
Don’t miss this exciting day packed with adventure and surprises! 🌊✨
Tuesday, November 26th - Sensory Friendly Day
Join us for our monthly sensory-friendly day here at the aquarium. We keep the lights down as well as the music and some interactives off to make things more inviting! **We also offer sensory bags for the duration of your visit that include fidget toys, sunglasses, headphones, and more.
**Sensory Friendly Bags are temporarily on hold
Friday, December 13th - Fit4Mom Class
Join Fit4Mom for a mini fitness HOLIDAY THEMED class for you and your kids at Via Aquarium! Be ready to do a fun, 30-minute workout while we sing, workout, and meet other moms and their kids. Kids will stay in their stroller or wagon while we workout and entertain them with our sweet moves and singing (trust us, they LOVE watching their moms jump around and run!). After class, we’ll explore the aquarium with our kids BEFORE it opens to the public! We can’t wait to start our day with you and your family! Click here to purchase tickets.
Friday, December 27th - Day Camp
Dive into the underwater world at Via Aquarium’s Day Camps! Children in grades 1 through 6 can join us for an immersive day filled with exciting hands-on activities, educational workshops, and captivating exhibits. From exploring marine life to behind-the-scenes tours, campers will embark on an unforgettable journey of discovery and exploration.
Upcoming Day Camp: Friday, December 27th: Unearth the Past: Fossil Adventures
Ever wonder what dinosaurs looked like? Or how fossils are made? Come dig, explore, and learn all about fossils at our Fossil Adventures Camp! Whether you want to dig like a paleontologist, create your own fossils, or just have a blast learning about the ancient past, this is the place for you! Get ready for a day full of adventure, discovery, and fun!
Tickets are available for full days (10:30am-4:00pm) or half days (10:30am-1:30pm).