2010 EVENTS CALENDAR
Adventure Aquarium is open 365 days a year from 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For more information on tickets, pricing, events, services, facility rentals, transportation and more, call (856) 365-3300.
RIDE THE WATERFRONT CONNECTION SHUTTLE!
May 28 - Sept 6, 2010
Starting May 28, you can ride the Waterfront Connection shuttle to and from the Independence Visitor Center in Philadelphia to Adventure Aquarium and the Battleship New Jersey on the Camden Waterfront for just
$2 round trip! Starting on May 28 and running through September 6, the Waterfront Connection shuttle will operate daily, making a stop at each location approximately every 30 minutes, with the first ride departing from Philadelphia's Independence Visitor Center at 10:30 am and the last ride dropping off passengers back in Philadelphia at 6:15 pm. Learn More
INDEPENDENCE DAY SPLASH
July 3, 2010
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Celebrate our country's independence at Adventure Aquarium on July 3rd with fireworks, family, animals and fun. During this exclusive, after-hours event, guests can explore all that Adventure Aquarium has to offer, including access to Adventure Aquarium's thrilling animals and diverse exhibits. Then, step outside to enjoy the BEST view of the Independence Day Fireworks over the Delaware River with the beautiful Philadelphia skyline as the backdrop. There's even indoor viewing for our younger guests who don't like the loud sounds!
General Admission*
$20 Adults
$15 Kids (Under 12)
Passport Holders
$10 Adults
$8 Kids (Under 12)
*Guests who paid AAQ admission that day get Passport Holder prices when they show their receipt/tickets from July 3
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SHARK WEEK
July 31st - August 8th, 2010
Take Shark Week to a whole new level when you see over 30 sharks up close and in person, including a Sand Tiger Sharks, Nurse Sharks, the Silky Shark, and even a Great Hammerhead and the mysterious Tiger Shark! Walk through our suspended 40-ft Shark Tunnel, speak with celebrity shark experts, attend dedicated shark shows and more! Kids even get a free shark squirt while supplies last! Come with a shark fin on your head (use your hair, a hat, or whatever…get creative!) and get $2 off the price of admission.
NBC 10 DAY
Sunday, October 10th, 2010
NBC 10 and Adventure Aquarium are up to something fishy and YOU'RE INVITED! Come to Adventure Aquarium on Sunday, October 10th for "NBC 10 Day," where ALL admission tickets will be just $10.00 all! Guests of NBC 10 Day can also meet and get autographs from renowned members of the NBC 10 news team, who will be on-hand to help out with our live shows!
CREEP IN THE DEEP PASSPORT EVENINGS
Wednesday, October 20th & Thursday, October 21st, 2010
We're hosting private, after-hours Creep in the Deep events for Passport holders only, where Passport holders and their guests are given exclusive access to our animals and exhibits, including Davey Jones and his ghostly pirate ship! Trick-or-Treat in a fun and safe environment, enjoy staff decked out in full pirate gear, and roll up your sleeves and get creative at special crafting stations. The events will also feature exclusive viewings of "Pirates in 4D," in our 4D Theater (powered by PSE&G)! Creep in the Deep offers exclusive creepy fun the entire family will enjoy!
ADVENTURE AQUARIUM'S CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION
November 26th - January 2, 2011
Feel the magic this holiday season at Adventure Aquarium, where the sights, sounds, scents and warmth of the season are around every corner! Meet and take photographs with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ as you enter his Christmas forest of white glowing trees. Meet and take photos with our newest Rudolph character, The Abominable Snow Monster, "Bumble!," and watch as he lights our giant Christmas tree and places the star on top. Don't forget to visit Scuba Santa, who will delight children of all ages as he dives our Ocean Realm exhibit. Guests can also get down and boogie at Gill's Holiday Dance Party, delight in tasty holiday treats, or take a fantastical ride on the Polar Express 4D Experience in our state of the art 4D theater…powered by PSE&G.
BREAKFAST WITH SCUBA SANTA
December 4th & 5th & December 11th & 12th, 2010
Enjoy a hot holiday breakfast with everyone's favorite reindeer….Rudolph! See a special Scuba Santa show, watch Bumble light the Christmas tree and put the star on top, and enjoy exclusive viewings of The Polar Express™.
DEEP SEA SPLASH NEW YEAR'S EVE
Friday, December 31st, 2010
You'll want to dress to impress at Adventure Aquarium's Deep Sea Splash New Year's Eve Celebration. This premier New Year's Eve party offers an open bar, hors d'oeuvres, and music, along with access to a variety of Aquarium animals and exhibits - even parking is FREE! Best of all, guests of Adventure Aquarium's Deep Sea Splash are offered spectacular indoor and outdoor views of the City of Philadelphia's New Year's Eve Fireworks at Midnight!
*All events are subject to change.
