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  2. Museum Admission & Membership Discounts (2026)

    This post lists current discounts and ways to save money on local Museum admission, membership or tours in Hampton Roads, Virginia!

    February 23, 2026
  3. Mermaids are back at The Virginia Aquarium!

    Mermaids are back, this April at the Virginia Aquarium in Virginia Beach!

    March 12, 2025
  4. Reminder – Military – Admission Special (January/February 2023) at the Virginia Aquarium

    A special discount for Military Families in January -February 2023 at The Virginia Aquarium!

    January 11, 2023
  6. Youth Conservation Series & Marine Science Career Day

    The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is excited to offer an opportunity for middle and high school students to learn about the diversity of marine science careers.

    January 12, 2022
  7. Pride Family Night at the Virginia Aquarium

    Join the Virginia Aquarium for an evening of exciting family fun and special activities as we celebrate the kaleidoscope of families and people that make our community so beautiful.​

    May 19, 2021
  8. Sensory Friendly Morning at the Virginia Aquarium

    The Virginia Aquarium ​​will open early exclusively for individuals and families wanting a quieter Aquarium experience with soft lighting, limited sounds, and other modifications.

    March 4, 2021
  10. Virginia Aquarium – Reopening Information

    The Virginia Aquarium will be opening to members on June 15th and to the public on June 19th! Here is what you need to know before visiting.

    June 9, 2020
  11. World Oceans Day In Hampton Roads

    Local celebrations in honor of World Oceans Day!

    June 8, 2020
  12. Free Tickets To VA Aquarium for Military (Limited Time Offer)

    Military Families (Active Duty, Reserve/National Guard, and dependents) have an opportunity for FREE Tickets to the Virginia Aquarium through the USO this Friday!

    January 22, 2020
  14. Date Night: Making Sense of Climate Change Misinformation

    The Eleanor & Henry Watts Conservation Speaker Series presents Dr. John Cook: Making Sense of Climate Change Misinformation.

    September 6, 2019
  15. Date Night: Night at the Aquarium

    It’s an Adults-Only Night at the Virginia Aquarium!

    August 23, 2019
  16. Big Savings For Locals at The Virginia Aquarium

    A month of special savings for Hampton Roads residents at the Virginia Aquarium!

    October 1, 2018
  18. Teacher Appreciation Night – Virginia Aquarium

    Teachers, this one is for you! The Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center will be hosting a Teacher Appreciation night on Thursday, September 27, 2018!

    September 12, 2018
  19. Sea Turtle Release Friday Morning!

    Come out to the Virginia Beach oceanfront to give a big send off to five rehabilitated sea turtles!

    August 29, 2018
  20. Reminder – Member Swap: The Virginia Zoo and the Virginia Aquarium

    A great way to kickoff summer, the Virginia Zoo and the Virginia Aquarium will be participating in a member swap for the month of June 2017.

    June 13, 2017
  22. Mentoring Young Scientists Program (FREE!)

    Does your child love science? Don’t miss this FREE opportunity open to students in 6th-8th grades from the Virginia Aquarium!

    June 13, 2017
  23. Save at The Virginia Beach Adventure Park

    Right now our friends at VB Hot Deals have a great offer for The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium!

    December 21, 2015
  24. FREE Kids Pass to the Virginia Aquarium!

    Find out how to get a FREE Child Admission to the Virginia Zoo or Virginia Aquarium for a limited time!

    August 31, 2015
  26. MAD About Marine Debris – for rising middle AND high school students

    A great learning opportunity for kids in 6th-12th grade from the Virginia Aquarium

    June 11, 2015
  27. Free Program: Marsh Ambassadors at Virginia Aquarium!

    A great, FREE program just for teens at The Virginia Aquarium is accepting applications! This program is a FREE, 3-day, grant-funded program sponsored by Canon and Wild River Outfitters to bring awareness about salt marsh…

    June 7, 2015
  28. Trash Bash At The Virginia Aquarium

    A wonderful recycling opportunity from the Virginia Aquarium! Learn about Aquarium initiatives including Bubbles NOT Balloons, Sensible Seafood and the Green Team’s e-cycling events. Happening March 14, 2015 from 11am-3pm.…

    March 12, 2015
  30. Reminder – Locals Discount For Virginia Aquarium!

    I love when there is a great local discount to share with you! The Virginia Aquarium has announced a "Locals Only" Discount: $10 off admission (Monday-Friday) in February and March, 2015! Here is the offer…

    February 27, 2015
  31. $5 Holiday Movie at Virginia Aquarium

    If you are looking to take the kids to a Holiday Movie, the Virginia Aquarium is showing Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas for just $5 a person in their newly renovated giant screen theater! According to the…

    December 11, 2014
  32. Monster Madness at Virginia Aquarium

    This Friday you can find Monster Madness at the Virginia Aquarium! Where: Virginia Aquarium- 717 General Booth Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA. 23451 When: Friday, October 24, 2014 from 6-9pm Cost: $7 for Members,…

    October 24, 2014
  34. Shark Shenanigans at Virginia Aquarium

    You know Shark Week is coming up {kicks off on Discover Channel August 10th} when these events start popping up on the calendar! This week come out to visit the Virginia Aquarium and enjoy "Shark…

    August 4, 2014