Celebrate this one-of-a-kind Cincinnati holiday tradition with Scuba Santa at Newport Aquarium November 28 through December 24, 2025. It’s a Water Wonderland full of playful penguins, colorful holiday lights and a flurry of magical bubbles!
Head to Gator Alley for special hands-on activities and reptile encounters from 11:00am to 4:00pm!
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
Add some jolly to your holiday with tickets to the Scuba Santa Breakfast at Newport Aquarium on December 14 at 9:00am! Begin your day with an amazing breakfast buffet in the Riverside Room where you’ll meet playful Elves and design your own Christmas ornament. Plus, be among the first guests of the day to see Scuba Santa! Advance ticket purchase required.
Special pricing for Members.
Join us Friday, December 26 for a merry little evening full of holiday fun and a touch of seasonal mischief! Whether you're feelin’ festive or a little feisty, you won’t want to miss this fun-filled 21+ after-hours event. Get decked out in your tackiest Christmas garb, dance the night away at the Silent Disco, nosh on some amazing food and sip on special seasonal drinks like spiked hot chocolate! Don’t miss out – get your tickets today! Members receive a special discount.
