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Fun Family November Events at the Aquarium of the Pacific

November 9, 2018

November 10th

NOAA and Our Planet Day

9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Find out what the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) does for you, our nation, and our world at this annual event. The event will feature interactive booths where you can learn more about a variety of NOAA programs, the ocean, and weather. Learn how NOAA, a government agency, works to understand and predict changes in Earth’s environment to help protect people and property and to conserve and manage coastal and marine resources.

November 11th

Veterans Day

9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

In celebration of Veterans Day, the Aquarium of the Pacific honors veterans and military personnel. These men and women are invited to enjoy the Aquarium with free admission on Veterans Day.

Cost: FREE for veterans and military personnel service I.D.

Cost: General Admission--$29.95 adult (12+), $26.95 senior (62+), $17.95 child (3-11), and free for children under age three and Aquarium members

November 17th-18th

Autumn Festival

9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Delve into the arts, cuisines, cultures, and marine environments of Asia during the Aquarium of the Pacific’s seventeenth annual Autumn Festival. Autumn Festival highlights the traditions and cultures of Japan, China, Korea, and the Philippines through a weekend of learning opportunities and family entertainment celebrating the rich diversity of Asian and Asian-American cultures.

November 22nd

Thanksgiving Lunch

11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Come gobble gobble with the sea otters and the entire Aquarium family. You and your family can meet over 11,000 animals from the world’s largest ocean, and savor a traditional Thanksgiving buffet at the Aquarium.

Cost: Adults: $60, Members: $50; Child: $32.50, Members: $27

Info/Tickets: 562-590-3100 


November 23-24 | 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Thanksgiving Discounted Late Nights

The public is invited to enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific after hours while taking advantage of special savings. During this special President’s Day weekend Late Night, admission will be just $14.95 per person for adults or children after 5:00 p.m., and the Aquarium will remain open until 8:00 p.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to journey through the Pacific Ocean to meet over 11,000 animals, including more than 150 sharks they can touch. In addition, the Aquarium's short films will be shown in the Ocean Theater throughout the evening. Please note: The Lorikeet Forest aviary closes at 4:30 p.m.

Cost: $14.95 for adults, seniors, and children (3-11), free for Aquarium members

Info: 562-590-3100