Member Events

February


Member Night Dinner

Member Night Dinner

Feb. 18 (Sat.)
6 p.m.
Fee & reservations required
Join us for a delicious and sustainable dinner inspired by Chef Cindy Pawlcyn, our culinary partner. Her farm-to-table menus incorporate the finest local, organic and sustainable ingredients including seafood exclusively from our Seafood Watch “Best Choices” list. $36 for adults; $15 for children under 12 (plus tax and gratuity). Reservations available beginning at 6 p.m. Call (831) 648-4870.
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Member Night—Sharks

Member Night—Sharks

Feb. 18 (Sat.)
7 p.m.-9 p.m.
Member event
Explore the mysterious world of sharks and rays during quieter hours when we're open just for members and guests. Member Nights are free for members and guest cards are honored. Registration not required. Please enter through the Main Entrance.
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March


Member Preview—The Jellies Experience

Member Preview—The Jellies Experience

March 30 (Fri.)
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Member event
Be one of the first to see our new special exhibition, "The Jellies Experience." This magical exhibit will feature three amazing galleries showcasing species like elegant jellies, and past favorites like blubber jellies, Mediterranean jellies and crystal jellies Free for members; registration not required. Guest cards honored. Please enter through the Main Entrance.
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April


Member Night Dinner

Member Night Dinner

April 28 (Sat.)
6 p.m.
Fee & reservations required
Join us for a delicious and sustainable dinner inspired by Chef Cindy Pawlcyn, our culinary partner. Her farm-to-table menus incorporate the finest local, organic and sustainable ingredients including seafood exclusively from our Seafood Watch "Best Choices" list. $36 for adults; $15 for children under 12 (plus tax and gratuity). Reservations available beginning at 6 p.m. Call (831) 648-4870.
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Member Night—"The Jellies Experience"

Member Night—"The Jellies Experience"

April 28 (Sat.)
7 p.m.-9 p.m.
Member event
Did you miss the Member preview of our new special exhibition, "The Jellies Experience?" Not a problem! Come explore our new galleries and take part in special programs during quieter hours when we're open for members and guests. Member Nights are free for members and guest cards are honored. Registration not required. Please enter through the Main Entrance.
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May


Cooking for Solutions

Cooking for Solutions

May 18-20 (Fri.-Sun.)
Fee & reservations required
Tickets Now on Sale for Members
Enjoy three days of remarkable culinary experiences with some of the finest chefs in North America. From our fabulous Friday Gala to small-group Food and Wine Adventures and the exciting Sustainable Seafood Challenge you'll have a weekend of fun opportunities to enjoy great chefs, fine food and wine, and to discover ways to save the oceans—one meal at a time.
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July


Member Night—Picnic by the Bay

Member Night—Picnic by the Bay

July 19 (Thurs.)
7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Member event
Join us for this popular evening when you can picnic on our oceanfront decks or in front of your favorite exhibit. You can bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages, or purchase them in the Aquarium. Member Nights are free for members and guest cards are honored. Registration not required. Please enter through the Main Entrance.
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August


Member Night

Member Night

Aug. 31 (Fri.)
7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Member event
Help us celebrate the end of another fantastic summer this Labor Day weekend. Take part in special programs or explore our exhibits during quieter hours when we’re open just for members and guests. Member Nights are free for members and guest cards are honored. Registration not required. Please enter through the Main Entrance.
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October


Halloween at the Aquarium

Halloween at the Aquarium

Oct. 27 (Sat.)
7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Member event
Put on your costume and join the skeletons and sea stars, black cats and bat rays for an evening of haunted activities and ghostly good times. Kids of all ages love this event featuring face painters, strolling magicians and stilt walkers. Member Nights are free for members and guest cards are honored. Registration not required. Please enter through the Main Entrance.
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November


Member Night—Nocturnal November

Member Night—Nocturnal November

Nov. 10 (Sat.)
6 p.m.-9 p.m.
Member event
Ever wonder what bioluminescence is and which animals produce it? Take part in special programs or explore our exhibits showcasing some of these unique animals. Member Nights are free for members and guest cards are honored. Registration not required. Please enter through the Main Entrance.
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December


Member Night—Holiday Event and Sale

Member Night—Holiday Event and Sale

Dec. 7 (Fri.)
7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Member event
Help us kick off the holidays with a special Member Night featuring our Gift & Bookstores! Shop for unique holiday gifts and enjoy local wines while strolling through the Aquarium at its festive best. Member Nights are free for members and guest cards are honored. Registration not required. Please enter through the Main Entrance.
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Adventures & Tours
Behind-the-scenes tours and sleepovers are just a few of the special adventures we offer. There's something for everyone, so join the fun and take your Aquarium visit to a whole new level.
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