Calendar of Events
Saturday, July 4th - July 4th Celebration
Early Open at 10am, Early Close at 3pm (last admission at 2pm).
- Red, White, and Blue Scavenger Hunt
- Chalk Making Craft
Saturday, July 11th - National Freezy Pop Day
Monday, July 13th - Zip Code Day
On the second Monday of every month, we celebrate our neighbors with a special admission discount — and this month’s lucky ZIP is 12305!
If you live in 12305, show your ID at admissions on Monday, July 13, to use your discount.
Saturday, July 18th - Find Your Ocean ASMR
The Ocean is a very calming place for many of us. Despite being vast and powerful, it is grounding in a way not many things are. The sights, sounds, smells, and textures come together in an incredible way.
So what does it for you? We’re going to help you discover and build your own Ocean ASMR! We will have stations where you can explore different smells, sounds, textures, and visuals to see what tingles your senses.
Ocean Explorer's Summer Day Camp
Looking for a fun and educational way to keep your child engaged over summer break? Dive into the underwater world at Via Aquarium’s Summer Day Camp.
Our Day Camp is the perfect place for kids to learn, explore, and have fun! It’s the ideal blend of creativity and adventure—all in one unforgettable day at the Aquarium.
Friday, July 24th: 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 21st: Summer’s Last Splash: Before the school bell rings to kick off the school year, let’s send summer off with one last splash! Savor the end of summer with ice cream sundaes, movies, arts & crafts, and of course, plenty of time hanging out with the stingrays.
Saturday, July 25th - Shark Day
It’s one of our my favorite days of the year, during one of our most favorite WEEKS of the year!
For this event, we will be opening up our Shark Touch Tank to the public from 11:30am to 1:30pm.
There will also be a Paint & Sip: Juice Box Version in our Theater for guests to paint their own Sharky Work of Art from 11am- 2pm.
Sunday, July 26th - Bingo & Bites
Come hungry and ready for fun! From March through October, join us for our monthly Bingo & Bites! Enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks, then dive into a self-guided game of Aquarium Bingo.
Pick up your bingo sheet at Admissions, explore the exhibits, and cross off your squares as you discover the wonders of the aquarium. Complete a winning line? Claim a prize at the Gift Shop while supplies last!
Food truck purchases are separate, but Aquarium Bingo is included with General Admission tickets. Bring your curiosity and sense of adventure—it’s a fun way to uncover something new around every corner.
Mark your calendar for our next Bingo & Bites on Sunday, July 26th!
Tuesday, July 28th - Sensory Friendly Day
Join us for our monthly Sensory-Friendly Day at the aquarium!
Every day, we strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all guests. Our lights are always kept dim, music is played at a low volume, and our interactive exhibits are designed with sensory-friendly features in mind.
On the last Tuesday of each month, we take extra steps to make the experience even more comfortable for those who prefer a quieter, slower-paced visit. Attendance is intentionally kept low, including a reduction in field trip groups, to help provide a calm and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone.
Friday, July 31st - Let's Get SPICY!
Its time to ramp up the spice level on our After-Hours Adult Night!
To coincide with SHARK WEEK, we’re hosting a Hot Sauce Tasting night featuring the sauces of SPICY SHARK. Guests that attend will get to sample sauces from MILD to their new 6 FINS line which features the likes of the Scorpion and 7-Pot Primo peppers. Will you be able to make it to the end without using your “COOL DOWN CARD”?
Guests will be entered in a drawing to win a gift set of Spicy Shark Sauces.
Please remember that After-Hours Adult Nights are for guests 18+
GET TICKETS HERE!
Saturday, November 14th - Quartet by Candlelight
Please join us for our first Quartet by Candlelight event. When putting the program together, we thought what could be more fitting than paying tribute to the composer who gave JAWS teeth using just 2 notes?!
We are honored to be joined by a quartet led by Cellist Laura Melnicoff. Not only is Laura an incredibly accomplished musician and music educator, but she also lives right here in the Capital Region! Learn more about Laura at her website lauramelnicoff.com.
Please note that this event is for guests 13+ and that doors will open at 6pm with last admission at 6:45pm. This is to be respectful to the performers, as the program is scheduled to begin promptly at 7pm. Guests will have the opportunity to explore the aquarium after the performance, scheduled to end at 8pm, until the facility closes at 9pm.
Limited tickets available, click here to reserve yours!
