Calendar of Events
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, August 1st - Pirate School
Join us and the Pirate Crew from Hill City Ice Queen Princess Parties for an interactive Pirate School event.
Monday, August 3rd - FIT4MOM
Saturday, August 8th - Root Beer Float Day
Summer is hot, Root Beer Floats are extra cold; why not join us for one?!
We’ll have a Root Beer Float Station in our Discovery Cove area from 11:00-2:00pm (while supplies last) and best part: it’s included in your general admission or membership!
Monday, August 10th - 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 12303!
If you live in 12303, show your ID at admissions on Monday, August 10, to use your 10% discount.
Saturday, August 15th - Honey Bee Day
Today we’re joined by representitives from the Sycamore Collaborative as we celebrate one of the sweetest days of the year!
Come and see how real beekeepers keep bees and sample some of the honey they produce. There will be honey for purchase as well.
Guests can also decorate their own mini flower pot and grab a piece of seed paper to help give local pollinators places to go.
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, 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, August 22nd - Priscilla's 11th Birthday
Our Queen of Discovery Cove, Priscilla, invites you to celebrate her 11th Birthday with her!
Check out out Facebook and our events page for more information on the theme and timeframe for the celebration.
Sunday, August 23rd - 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.
Check out our Facebook event for announcements and updates on the Food Trucks that are joining us!
Tuesday, August 25th - 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, August 28th - Adult After Hours Event: Glo Night
Why should the kids have all the fun, right? For our August Adult After Hours Event, we’re kicking on the UV lights so guests can have a GLOWing experience!
Feel free to wear reactive clothing, nail polish, make up, etc. We hope you enjoy your visit in a whole new light.
Please note that last admission for this event will be at 7:30pm.
Saturday, August 29th - Back to School Glow Party
I know…we can’t believe Summer is coming to a close either. It seemed like we were just hosting our Summer Kickoff Event, and now here we are GlOwing back to school.
For this event, our lights will be set to UV Reactive, and we will have a craft for guests to make their own folder to bring back to school.
Don’t have reactive clothing, nail polish, or make up? Have no fear; we will have a Facepainter on hand! Please check our Facebook Event for timeline of events.
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!
