Please Note: Our Box Office is currently closed for renovation. We recommend purchasing tickets online in advance to expedite your entry into the Aquarium. Tickets can also be purchased at the Information Desk in our main lobby today.
Events and Programs
Our events and programs promote discovery and instill a sense of wonder for ocean animals and habitats. By coming together to share information and ideas, we can make a vital and vibrant ocean possible.
Aquarium After Dark: Adults Edition
Join us on Saturday, November 22, from 7:00–10:00 p.m. for a special after-hours event at the Aquarium for adults 18 and over! Spend an evening with penguins, sea turtles, and tropical fishes, and see what ocean nightlife looks like—especially for animals that are active after dark! Cocktails and refreshments will be available for purchase.
Finding Nemo
On Saturday, November 29, bring your loved ones to the Simons Theatre to enjoy the family-favorite film Finding Nemo on our five-story screen! Doors open at 5:30 p.m., the movie starts at 6:00 p.m., and concessions—including hot dogs, popcorn, candy, assorted beverages, and themed cocktails—will be available for purchase.
Experience the Atlantic Harbor Seals Like Never Before
Join our trainers for an exclusive inside-the-exhibit visit with our Atlantic harbor seals! Choose between a meet and greet or art-making session. You’ll learn about the harbor seals’ biology, their habitat, how we care for them, and the methods we use to communicate.
Lowell Lecture Series at the New England Aquarium
With the support of the Lowell Institute, our lecture series offers access to acclaimed experts—including, scientists, environmental writers, photographers, and others—who present on marine conservation and science-themed topics at no cost.
