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.
Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Dockside Beer Garden
Enjoy seasonal beer and specialty menu items Friday through Sunday, 12 to 7 p.m., during the first three weekends of October. On Saturday, October 10, Sam Adams is joining the party from 2 to 5 p.m. with games, giveaways, and a chance to raise a stein to their legendary Octoberfest beer!
The Ocean Carbon Sink: Facts, Fictions, and Opportunities
Join us with oceanographer Marina Lévy on an exploration of the ocean’s extraordinary carbon machine. From forests on land to underwater forests, from microscopic phytoplankton to the web of marine life and the global ocean circulation, we will follow carbon through the ocean to discover what actually makes it one of the planet’s great carbon sinks.
Aquarium After Dark
Join us for special after-hours events for adults 21 and over! Grab a cocktail and spend the evening with penguins, sea turtles, and tropical fish. Puchase tickets below.
Friday, October 16 – Aquarium After Dark: Halloween Edition – SOLD OUT
Friday, November 20 – Aquarium After Dark: Adults Edition – SOLD OUT
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Meet and Greet: Atlantic Harbor Seals
Join our trainers for an exclusive inside-the-exhibit visit with our Atlantic harbor seals! Participate in a training session where you will learn about their biology, their habitat, how we care for them, and the methods we use to communicate. You will have an opportunity to ask the harbor seals for behaviors and our trainers will answer any questions you might have.
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.
