Special Events
Explore our upcoming special events
Origami Week
Come along and make ocean origami every day this week! Learn a new marine creature at our workshops every day this week for our exhibition at An Tobar.
Time: Workshops everyday 3.00 - 4.30pm
When: 29th May - 4th June
Cost: £2 for your origami pack
* Normal aquarium entry applies. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Ocean Discovery Days
Children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in our aquarium world through a combination of hands on indoor and outdoor activities, scientific exploration, and even behind the scenes adventures. These marine themed education discovery days are packed full of fun activities and hands on learning for children age 7 -12.
4th July - Fantastic Fossils and Legends of the Deep
12th July - Plundering Pirates and the Lost Treasure
14th August - Light, Camera, Action (Fully Booked, Please contact us to join the waiting list)
(Full sessions descriptions available in calendar)
Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Cost: £35
Further information including kit list and medical forms will be sent out upon booking. Our qualified aquarium team have many years experience working with children in environmental education and are first aid trained. Please contact us if you have any further questions in the mean time.
Ocean Discovery Afternoons
Children will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in our aquarium world for the afternoon. These marine themed education discovery days are packed full of fun activities and hands on learning for children age 7 - 12.
30th May - Junior Aquarist
18th July - It Glows
28th July - Powerful Predators
8th August - Plaice Ventura, Fish Detective
25th August - Junior Aquarist
(Full sessions descriptions available in calendar)
Time: 1.30pm - 4.00pm
Cost: £15.00
Further information including kit list and medical forms will be sent out upon booking. Our qualified aquarium team have many years experience working with children in environmental education and are first aid trained. Please contact us if you have any further questions in the mean time.
National Marine Week
It's National Marine Week (31st July - 6th Aug 2017)
Uncover the magic of the ocean with a whole week of marine themed events! Meet experts from the world of marine bioscience, take part in interactive workshops, or have fun making marine crafts!
View program here soon.
Rockpool Ramble
Enjoy a journey of discovery along the seashore. See the weird and wonderful animals and plants found in the intertidal rock pools that are revealed at low tide and discover how they live, love and do lunch in this incredible and unique habitat.
Time: 1.30pm
When: 25th July, 23rd August
Meeting Point: Calgary Beach Car Park
Cost £3.00 (Season pass holders £2.00)
Please note: Spaces are limited, please book online to avoid disappointment. Children must be accompanied by full a paying adult. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear, Wellies recommended.
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