Calendar of Events
December 1st - December 17th - Toys for Tots
We are an official TOYS FOR TOTS Donation site! We are accepting donations anytime we are open from December 1st to December 17th.
Make a donation during the weekend of December 7th and 8th and receive $2 off your general admission!
Help make Christmas a little more Jolly for local children this season.
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.
Saturday, December 14th - Adult Only Ugly Sweater Date Night
On Saturday, December 14th, we are hosting our next After Hours Adult Night! For this Date Night, we’d love to see you all in your favorite “Ugly Holiday Sweater.”
Enjoy a unique after-hours experience and explore our exhibits at your own pace. Whether it’s a romantic date or a night out with friends, this is perfect for a memorable night out.
Ugly Sweaters and festive garb are encouraged, but not required. We know sometimes it’s nice just to get out and not have to worry about doing anything extra or even to escape the stress of the holidays altogether. Click here to purchase tickets!
PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS FOR 18+. THE EVENT RUNS FROM 6pm – 8pm WITH LAST ADMISSION AT 7:30PM.
Tuesday, December 17th - 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
Saturday, December 21th - Naughty or Nice Dive Show
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).
Saturday, December 28th - Winter Exravaganza
Tuesday, December 31st - Noon Year's Eve
The party starts at 11, and the countdown will be at the Koi pond!
Perfect for families that want to celebrate together, but not able to stay up to midnight!
Free sparkling juice