Aquarium Events

Join us for Family Inclusive Sensory Hours presented by Shriners Hospitals For Children. During these monthly events, modifications are made to the visitor experience to provide a sensory-relaxed environment that is accessible and safe for all guests including those sensory sensitivities. Theme: Thankful for Turtles. Hours are 8:00am – 9:00am.

FISH + SIPS 21+ event is a great time to visit with your favorite group of friends or to plan a unique and memorable date night with someone special! Members receive a special discount.

Join us November 20–22 for Waddlepalooza: A Warm Farewell! Let's celebrate our Penguin Palooza pals, share favorite memories, and give these special birds a send-off filled with love before this beloved exhibit warms up and transforms into a new home for our African Penguin population.  

Visit Newport Aquarium for Scouts Honor Weekend and join in the fun with other scout groups and families from across the tri-state. Gather the whole troop together and enjoy the day exploring tanks filled with sea life from around the world. Plus, all scouts get a free Axolotl patch!

Members can be among the first guests to see Scuba Santa during this exclusive preview event on Tuesday, November 24, 2026 from 4:30pm – 7:30pm. Plus, enjoy Scuba Santa’s favorite snack – MILK & COOKIES – courtesy of our friends at Kroger! Login to your Online Account to redeem your NEW Scuba Santa Member Preview Event Entitlement and lock-in your entry time!

Celebrate this one-of-a-kind Cincinnati holiday tradition with Scuba Santa at Newport Aquarium November 27 through December 24, 2026. It’s a Water Wonderland full of playful penguins, colorful holiday lights and a flurry of magical bubbles!

Add some jolly to your holiday with tickets to the Scuba Santa Breakfast with Mrs. Claus at Newport Aquarium on December 12 @ 9 AM! Begin your day with an amazing breakfast buffet in the Riverside Room, where you’ll decorate your own Christmas cookie. Plus, be among the first guests of the day to see Scuba Santa! Advance ticket purchase required.   Special pricing for Members.

Join us for Family Inclusive Sensory Hours presented by Shriners Hospitals For Children. During these monthly events, modifications are made to the visitor experience to provide a sensory-relaxed environment that is accessible and safe for all guests including those sensory sensitivities. Theme: Scuba Santa. Hours are 8:00am – 9:00am.