September 19 – November 2, 2025!
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! Some of your animal friends will get pumpkin treats and special seasonal enrichment while Jack-O-Lanterns become artificial reefs for the animals to explore. It’s a fall adventure like you’ve never experienced before, filled with family fun and memories at every turn.
Experience Underwater Pumpkin GLOW at Newport Aquarium FREE with General Admission or Membership!
Get TicketsDiscover gourd-geous, glowing pumpkin sculptures representing some of your favorite animal friends like this smiling sea turtle.
Pumpkins make great seasonal treats for the animals to eat! Lots of animals from fish to frogs enjoy the flavor of fall.
This 10-foot tall Giant Pacific Octopus made from pumpkins, glows underwater and makes the perfect reef for sharks and fish to explore.
Kids of all ages are welcome to create their own pumpkin masterpiece using non-toxic acrylic paint markers. Try your hand at a unique design or use one of the many stencils provided. Pumpkin decorating is available daily in Stingray Hideaway for an additional cost while supplies last.
Schedule: September 19 - November 2
Monday-Friday 11:00am-2:00pm
Saturday 10:00am-6:00pm
Sunday 10:00am-4:00pm
Extended Hours:
Friday, October 10th 10:00am-4:00pm
Monday, October 13th 10:00am-3:00pm
Friday, October 17th 10:00am-4:00pm
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.
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