Newport Aquarium’s Magical Mermaid Experience is Back

WHAT: Interview opportunities with the Mermaid and Newport Aquarium staff will be available ahead of the return of the live Mermaid exhibit, which will feature immersive, family-friendly experiences.

WHEN: Friday, May 23, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

WHERE:
Newport Aquarium
1 Aquarium Way

WHO: Interviews with Sheena Minix in Mermaid Cove from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS: The highly anticipated live Mermaid experience returns to Newport Aquarium from May 24 through June 22, 2025. During this limited-time event, guests can enjoy underwater Mermaid performances, meet & greets, and an interactive stingray experience.

All Mermaid appearances and encounters are included with general admission or Newport Aquarium Membership. Daily schedules and locations may vary, so guests are encouraged to check the Mermaid Appearance Schedule at newportaquarium.com when planning their visit.

About Newport Aquarium

Newport Aquarium, founded in 1999, is located across the Ohio River from downtown Cincinnati at Newport on the Levee. It is home to a vast collection of aquatic species and unparalleled interactive experiences like a shark bridge, touch exhibits, and up-close animal encounters. As a proud fully accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) for more than 22 years, Newport Aquarium is held to the highest standards in animal care and exhibition.

Newport Aquarium is part of Herschend’s collection of wholesome family brands. Herschend, the world’s largest family-owned themed attractions company, has been Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating® for 75 years. Its 14,000+ passionate employees (hosts) collectively entertain 15 million families every year across North America, including at iconic award-winning destinations such as Dollywood® Parks & Resorts, Silver Dollar City Parks & Resorts®, Adventure Aquarium®, Callaway Resort & Gardens®, Kentucky Kingdom Theme & Water Park®, Newport Aquarium®, The Vancouver Aquarium® and Wild Adventures Theme Park®. In addition to its premier themed attractions, Herschend is proud to steward the World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters® legacy and provide immersive content and experiences through our Herschend Entertainment Studios® and Pink Adventure Tours® brands.