This Veterans Day, we will honor our nation’s heroes for an entire week. United States military veterans and active-duty members who visit Saturday, November 9 through Sunday, November 17 will receive complimentary general admission with a valid U.S. military ID, Veteran’s Administration Card or form DD214. Family members receive a discounted admission rate of $10…
Mystic Aquarium’s 7th Annual Seal Splash is a winter arctic plunge to raise awareness and money for the organization’s Animal Rescue Program. Hundreds of people have made a splash by making a donation, taking the plunge or cheering on friends and family at the event. Funds raised through registrations, individual/team fundraising and sponsorships help Mystic…
Mystic Aquarium’s 7th Annual Seal Splash is a winter arctic plunge to raise awareness and money for the organization’s Animal Rescue Program. Hundreds of people have made a splash by making a donation, taking the plunge or cheering on friends and family at the event. Funds raised through registrations, individual/team fundraising and sponsorships help Mystic…
Your favorite Aquarium dinner with a green twist. Waddle in to the Main Gallery where you’ll feast your eyes on a pizza buffet* catered by the all-new Ocean Blue Catering. Fill a dish with your favorites and enjoy the company of family and friends. Then, clear your plate to make room for the guest of…
Your favorite Aquarium dinner with a green twist. Waddle in to the Main Gallery where you’ll feast your eyes on a pizza buffet* catered by the all-new Ocean Blue Catering. Fill a dish with your favorites and enjoy the company of family and friends. Then, clear your plate to make room for the guest of…
Enjoy running a beautiful Connecticut coastal town at the Hartford HealthCare Mystic Half Marathon & 10K. Experience 13.1 or 6.2 miles past historic ships, through the charming downtown and along the scenic shoreline. Enjoy a spectacular fan-filled finish line in front of Mystic Aquarium. Updated course for 2020: The 2020 event will also deliver an…
Enjoy running a beautiful Connecticut coastal town at the Hartford HealthCare Mystic Half Marathon & 10K. Experience 13.1 or 6.2 miles past historic ships, through the charming downtown and along the scenic shoreline. Enjoy a spectacular fan-filled finish line in front of Mystic Aquarium. Updated course for 2020: The 2020 event will also deliver an…
Mystic Aquarium’s annual Run/Walk for the Penguins fundraiser is going virtual in 2020. Not only will the new format allow the Aquarium’s community to continue its support of penguin conservation safely but also in fun and unique new ways. From adding a 10K option for running enthusiasts to a .5k waddle for the more sedentary,…
Mystic Aquarium’s annual Run/Walk for the Penguins fundraiser is going virtual in 2020. Not only will the new format allow the Aquarium’s community to continue its support of penguin conservation safely but also in fun and unique new ways. From adding a 10K option for running enthusiasts to a .5k waddle for the more sedentary,…
One-night only five-course dinner featuring a special menu prepared by Chef Dennis Anderson in collaboration with Sommelier Robert Rustico, featuring expert pairings courtesy of St. Helena, CT based winery, Orin Swift.
Come in for a rare, before-hours opportunity to get up close with a penguin and their trainers, learn about their care, their plight in the wild, and ways you can help protect this endangered species. Breakfast will be served at 8am by Lancer Catering, and a member of our African Penguin colony will be stationed…
Mystic Aquarium welcomes you and your significant other to a special Valentine’s cocktail party on Saturday, February 12th at 7pm. Sweethearts can enjoy the belugas and the exhibits in the Main Gallery. Guests will receive complimentary gourmet desserts from Zest, a full cash bar, ambiance, and music entertainment by Big Lux. Sips & Sweethearts is…
Come in for a rare, before-hours opportunity to get up close with a penguin and their trainers, learn about their care, their plight in the wild, and ways you can help protect this endangered species. Breakfast will be served at 8am by Lancer Catering, and a member of our African Penguin colony will be stationed…
Come in for a rare, before-hours opportunity to get up close with a penguin and their trainers, learn about their care, their plight in the wild, and ways you can help protect this endangered species. Breakfast will be served at 8 am by Lancer Catering, and a member of our African Penguin colony will be…
Need something to do over the winter break? Join us for an exciting and educational Virtual Winter Vacation Camp! This distance learning program will include an Aquarium Tour, up-close sights of our Belugas Whales, Seals, Sea Lions and Penguins! There will be 4 days of programs for 40 minutes each day! Open to grades 1st-5th.…
Need something to do over the winter break? Join us for an exciting and educational Virtual Winter Vacation Camp! This distance learning program will include an Aquarium Tour, up-close sights of our Belugas Whales, Seals, Sea Lions and Penguins! There will be 4 days of programs for 40 minutes each day! Open to grades 1st-5th.…
Need something to do over the winter break? Join us for an exciting and educational Virtual Winter Vacation Camp! This distance learning program will include an Aquarium Tour, up-close sights of our Belugas Whales, Seals, Sea Lions and Penguins! There will be 4 days of programs for 40 minutes each day! Open to grades 1st-5th.…
Need something to do over the winter break? Join us for an exciting and educational Virtual Winter Vacation Camp! This distance learning program will include an Aquarium Tour, up-close sights of our Belugas Whales, Seals, Sea Lions and Penguins! There will be 4 days of programs for 40 minutes each day! Open to grades 1st-5th.…
Take a splash into chilly Long Island Sound for a good cause! Raise money on behalf of Mystic Aquarium and its Animal Rescue Program. Create your own webpage, set your own fundraising goals, and share it with your friends! Leading the charge into the chilly waves this year are two people with local roots. You’ve…
Come in for a rare, before-hours opportunity to get up close with a penguin and their trainers, learn about their care, their plight in the wild, and ways you can help protect this endangered species. Breakfast will be served at 8 am by Lancer Catering, and a member of our African Penguin colony will be…
Join our Director of Education & Conservation for cocktails (or mocktails) for conversations with members of the Aquarium team as we explore the conservation efforts that support the Aquarium’s mission. Grab a TIPSY TURTLE, our drink of choice for this week, as we discuss the Aquarium’s sea turtle rescue and rehab efforts and dive into…
You are invited to join Mystic Aquarium’s Ocean Ambassadors for our March cleanup at Napatree Point. As an organization rooted in conservation, our goal is to remove 5,000 pounds of marine debris, including ocean plastics, from local shorelines and we need your help! Beach clean-ups are one of the most impactful ways to help combat…
Join your favorite superheroes on August 17 from 10 am – 5 pm for a superpowered day exploring the underwater world and saving the environment! We are not just celebrating these fictional crime-fighting heroes but also the heroes behind the scenes at Mystic Aquarium. You might not always see them, but these heroes care for…
Mystic Aquarium’s Animal Rescue Team is partnering with ORCA Fellowship for a fall Misquamicut Beach Cleanup in Rhode Island! Beach cleanups are essential to improving coastal and ocean ecosystems while providing a safer, cleaner place for humans and animals to soak in the rays and enjoy the ocean. All you need to do is bring…
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Mystic Aquarium and Hispanic Access Foundation on Friday, October 14th at 6:00PM EST for a virtual screening of the short film El Canto Del Mar followed by an engaging panel discussion. This 22-minute long film, produced by Hispanic Access Foundation, uses storytelling and breathtaking videography to explore the LatinX and Hispanic relationship to the ocean.…
Date/Time: Virtual on October 25, 4:30PM - 6PM and in-person on November 12 at Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd, Mystic, CT 06355 NOAA and Mystic Aquarium are teaming up for a hybrid evening of deep-sea exploration of seamounts for educators of grades 6 – 12 on Tuesday, October 25. From 4PM – 6:30PM, view a…
A Mystic holiday tradition that is not to be missed, the annual Festival of Lights celebration will take place on Friday, December 9th! From 5pm to 9pm, Mystic Aquarium will grant free entry with the donation of a non-perishable food item (in lieu of a food item, cash donations will also be accepted for entry).…
Grab your favorite winter onesie (or warm winter gear) and join Mystic Aquarium’s Youth Conservation Corps, The Watch Hill Conservancy, and The Watch Hill Fire District for a winter coastal clean-up and sea turtle survey at Napatree Point, Westerly. Our goal is to remove at least 100 pounds of marine debris, including ocean plastics, from…
Mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Experience an aquatic adventure like never before when you come face-to-face with real mermaids. The mermaids will dazzle with their interactive underwater performances, inspiring the imagination in guests of all ages! For an even more magical experience, you will have the opportunity to meet a mermaid on dry land!…
Mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Experience an aquatic adventure like never before when you come face-to-face with real mermaids. The mermaids will dazzle with their interactive underwater performances, inspiring the imagination in guests of all ages! For an even more magical experience, you will have the opportunity to meet a mermaid on dry land!…
Mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Experience an aquatic adventure like never before when you come face-to-face with real mermaids. The mermaids will dazzle with their interactive underwater performances, inspiring the imagination in guests of all ages! For an even more magical experience, you will have the opportunity to meet a mermaid on dry land!…
Meet famous superheroes and take pictures with them all weekend long! Be sure to get your face painted like a superhero on Friday. Then, meet our own Mystic Aquarium Veterinarian heroes on Saturday while they perform animal checkups! On Sunday, it's your turn to become a superhero and adopt a shelter animal during your visit…
Join us as we celebrate Juno the beluga whale's 21st birthday in style! With an evening of live jazz in the newly-renovated courtyard air, your ticket includes a sampling of sushi from participating restaurants -- Pink Basil, Spice Club, and Samurai Noodle Bar & Grill! Purchase an event-exclusive Perks & Corks cocktail (and more food!),…
Dive into the world of art and paint an Octopus like a pro with local artist Lana Gunn! And to keep those creative juices flowing, Perks & Corks has got you covered with a delightful selection of beer and wine. Cheers to a fun-filled painting adventure! Please note, this is a 21+ event. $40/non-members, $35/members…
Encounter an aquatic wonder like never before – mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Seeing a real mermaid can be a dream come true for many children (and adults)! For two long weekends at the end of September, discover the magic of mermaids as they swirl through the waters of our Caribbean Reef habitat.* We…
Encounter an aquatic wonder like never before – mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Seeing a real mermaid can be a dream come true for many children (and adults)! For two long weekends at the end of September, discover the magic of mermaids as they swirl through the waters of our Caribbean Reef habitat.* We…
Encounter an aquatic wonder like never before – mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Seeing a real mermaid can be a dream come true for many children (and adults)! For two long weekends at the end of September, discover the magic of mermaids as they swirl through the waters of our Caribbean Reef habitat.* We…
Encounter an aquatic wonder like never before – mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Seeing a real mermaid can be a dream come true for many children (and adults)! For two long weekends at the end of September, discover the magic of mermaids as they swirl through the waters of our Caribbean Reef habitat.* We…
Encounter an aquatic wonder like never before – mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Seeing a real mermaid can be a dream come true for many children (and adults)! For two long weekends at the end of September, discover the magic of mermaids as they swirl through the waters of our Caribbean Reef habitat.* We…
Encounter an aquatic wonder like never before – mermaids are coming to Mystic Aquarium! Seeing a real mermaid can be a dream come true for many children (and adults)! For two long weekends at the end of September, discover the magic of mermaids as they swirl through the waters of our Caribbean Reef habitat.* We…
