Calendar of Events
June 28th - July 26th - Jaws' 50th Fundraiser for AWSC
JAWS has been a beloved/terrifying part of our culture for 50 YEARS now! To celebrate this anniversary, and the area that helped spawn the story, we’re collecting donations for the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy.
Starting June 28th, we will be accepting donations for the AWSC at admissions, gift shop, or on our website at — https://sales.viaaquarium.com/Performance.aspx?pid=51063&cal=https%3a%2f%2fsales.viaaquarium.com%3a443%2fcalendar.aspx.
Each donation includes entry into our shark-themed raffle. Prizes include:
- Via Aquarium Membership
- A large stuffed animal shark
- Sharkopoly
- Jaws 50th Anniversary Edition
- Quint’s Orca Mints
- Shark of War Volume 1
- And More!
The mission of the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy is to “support scientific research, improve public safety, and educate the community to inspire white shark conservation.” Our goal is to raise $2,500 for AWSC. Will you help us get there?
Friday, July 4th - Independence Day
Happy 4th of July! We are opening and closing early!
Hours of Operation: 10:00am-3:00pm, last admission at 2:00pm.
Saturday, July 5th - July 4th Celebration
Continue the holiday celebrations at the aquarium on July 5th!
We’ll have patriotic science experiments (fireworks in a jar), arts & crafts (chalk making), and more!
Event is 11:00am-2:00pm or while supplies last!
Event activities are included with General Admission tickets.
Saturday, July 12th - Freezie Pop Day
Freezer Pops – a nostalgic treat that brings us back to those days playing outside in the summer heat! They’ve even made a day for that nostalgia – National Freezer Pop Day! We’re celebrating on July 12th by handing them out to all guests starting at 11:00am, while supplies last.
Sunday, July 13th - Aquarium Bingo
Come by the aquarium on July 13th to play a self-guided game of Aquarium Bingo. This is an all-day event, so stop in anytime, pick up your bingo sheet at Admissions, then cross off your squares until you win! Winners can stop by the Gift Shop for a prize, while supplies last!
Event activities are included with General Admission tickets.
Monday, July 14th - ZIP Code Day
Residents from select zip codes can enjoy a discount on admissions at the aquarium every second Monday of the month. Residents of the selected zip code must show their ID at admissions to receive the discount. This month’s zip code will be voted for on social media and posted here soon.
Friday, July 18th - Sharkcuterie Paint & Sip
Join us at our second annual adult only (18+) after-hours SHARKcuterie Paint & Sip to show your love for our favorite apex predator!
With Discovery’s Shark Week happening this month we thought it would be fun to paint our own sharks! Guests will be instructed on how to paint in the abstract style, to give it their own “flair.” The colors and background of your painting are customizable!
No painting experience or supplies needed, designs will be traced for you ahead of time and your instructor, Maria Simone, will walk you through the whole process!
Guests 21+ with valid ID will be able to chose from red, white, or sparkling wine. N/A choices (soda, juice, water) will also be available. Snacks will be available for all.
Please note that the gates will open for this event at 6pm and the class begins promptly at 6:30pm!
Tickets must be purchased by July 13th! Limited spots available! Click here to purchase today!
July 19th & July 20th - Shark Weekend
🦈 Shark Weekend! Yes, you read that right — a whole weekend dedicated to sharks! 🦈
Saturday, July 19th | Day 1: Shark Touch Tank!
🌊 From 11:30am–1:30pm, stop by our Shark Touch Tank to meet Buttercup, our friendly epaulette shark! Learn all about these amazing aquatic animals and even get the chance to gently touch them.
🎨 After your shark encounter, head over to our craft table to create your very own shark to take home!
Sunday, July 20th | Day 2: Kid’s Paint & Sip!
Dive into a fun-filled day of art and aquatic inspiration during our Kid’s Paint & Sip!
Young artists can unleash their creativity by painting their very own shark masterpiece while sipping on kid-friendly drinks.
🖌️ We’ll provide:
• Small canvases
• Paint & brushes
• Refreshing beverages
Swing by the Education Theater to join the fun from 11:00am–2:00pm (or while supplies last)!
Event activities are included with General Admission Tickets!
Saturday, July 26th - End of AWSC Fundraiser
July 26th marks the end of our AWSC Fundraiser in celebration of Jaws’ 50th anniversary. We will have an information table on the AWSC, a donation jar, and a raffle station to close out the last day of fundraising! Join us in supporting the incredible work AWSC does for white shark conservation!
Sunday, July 27th - Pirate School
Hill City Ice Queen’s “Going Overboard” Pirates will be leading a Pirate School on July 27th at 11:30am to 1:30pm!
Grab a pirate hat or eye patch at Admissions, then take your Passport to Piracy over to Discovery Cove to begin Pirate School. Kids will learn pirate phrases, walk the plank, sift for treasure, and more! All participants who have completed their passports will be given a prize for becoming an official pirate!
Event activities are included with General Admission tickets.
Tuesday, July 29th - 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
Via Aquarium Ocean Explorers Summer Camp
Dive into the underwater world at Via Aquarium’s Summer Day Camp!
Children in 1st through 5th grade 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. Other activities will include scavenger hunts, arts & crafts, experiments, and more!
Tickets are available for full days (10:30am-4:00pm) or half days (10:30am-1:30pm).
Camp Schedule:
Friday, July 11th: Scaly Safari – Get ready to embark on an adventure into the fascinating world of reptiles! Campers will discover the secrets of snakes, lizards, turtles, and more through hands-on activities, up-close animal encounters, and interactive games. This camp is perfect for curious kids who want to learn all about these amazing cold-blooded creatures—how they move, what they eat, where they live, and why they’re so important to our ecosystems.
Friday, July 25th: Jawsome Adventures – Join us for a shark-tastic camp where kids discover the truth about one of the ocean’s most misunderstood creatures! Through hands-on activities and close-up shark encounters, campers will learn how sharks survive, hunt, and help keep the ocean healthy. It’s a fintastic journey packed with science, fun, and conservation!
Friday, August 8th: Ocean Heroes – Be the change beneath the waves! Young ocean lovers can become real-life ocean heroes as we dive into hands-on activities that explore how we can protect our oceans. Your ocean hero will turn trash into treasures for a day of sustainable creativity, meet marine animals up close, and design ways to protect animals and clean up the ocean!
Friday, August 29th: Summer’s Last Splash – Before the school bells ring, let’s send summer off with one last splash! Savor the last moments of summer with ice cream sundaes, movies, arts & crafts, and of course, plenty of time hanging out with the stingrays!
To buy tickets, click here and find the date of the camp on the calendar.