Join the fun this fall as you explore an underwater world full of giant, gourd-geous, glowing pumpkins in your favorite exhibits when Underwater Pumpkin GLOW returns September 19 – November 2! It’s a fall adventure like you’ve never experienced before, filled with family fun and memories at every turn.
Join us for Pumpkin Bash – a 21+ after-hours event where the pumpkins are glowing, costumes are showing and the fun in flowing! Explore Underwater Pumpkin GLOW!, wear your favorite costume and sip on seasonal drinks. Pumpkin Bash is a unique way to celebrate the season with your favorite group of friends or create a memorable date-night with someone special. Don’t miss out – get your tickets today! Members receive a special discount.
Explore the aquarium like never before when you visit during Aquarium After Dark! Meet your animal friends during the day and then discover their fascinating nocturnal behaviors as the lights go out! Your adventure includes exclusive after-hours admission to Newport Aquarium, pizza party, animal encounters, animal touch opportunities and a self-guided twilight tour and scavenger hunt where you’ll experience the wonder of your aquarium - after dark! Members receive a special discount!
Each Gold or Platinum Member in your family gets to bring one FREE guest everyday November 17 - 23! To redeem, log into your online account and select Bring-A-Friend FREE from your list of entitlements.
Scuba Santa will be making an appearance during our Family Inclusive Sensory Hours on December 14, 2025! Celebrate this one-of-a-kind Cincinnati holiday tradition in an environment with accommodations to various sensory sensitivities. Guests will have an opportunity to meet Scuba Santa while he swims with sharks. Scuba Santa will not be on microphone to provide a sensory friendly interaction.
*All environmental modifications will return to standard operations promptly at 10:00AM., however guests may stay as long as they like