New York Aquarium Reopening Celebration
THERE'S SO MUCH TO SEA...
Shark Training Session
Join us in the Ocean Wonders: Sharks! coral reef tunnel to learn more about these misunderstood but iconic animals, and the behavioral training that helps our keepers care for them.
Time 1:30pm
Sea Lion Celebrations
Join us in the Aquatheater for a demonstration of sea lion training and behavior, and meet our newest sea lion pups!
Time 11:15am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 5pm
Penguin Chat
Waddle over to Sea Cliffs to hear from our expert keepers about caring for penguins.
Time 2:30pm
Diving Chat
Join us at Ocean Wonders: Sharks! as a team of divers enter the habitat to be surrounded by animals, and learn what it’s like to dive with sharks.
Time 1:30pm
Sea Life Puppet Parade
Join the fun and celebrate with your favorite aquatic animals.
Time 12:15pm, 2:15pm, 4:15pm
Sand Sculpture
Join us for the unveiling of a 25-ton sand sculpture celebrating aquatic animals and the reopening celebration.
Sand sculpture on display throughout the day.
Z1OO DJ Skeery Jones
Join Z100 DJ Skeery Jones for games, music, prizes, and more!
Time 11:00am - 1:00pm
More To Sea...
Throughout the day, enjoy music, trivia, crafts, Wildlife Theater, guided experiences at PlayQuarium’s touch pool, and much more:
Sea Change
In a NEW exhibit, enjoy underwater views of our sea lions, harbor seals, penguins, and otters - and learn about the impacts of climate change on wildlife and the habitats we share with them.
Giant Octopus Photo Op
Prove you were there when it all happened! Take an iconic Coney Island photo in front of our giant octopus mural and tentacles.
Quest Station & Discovery Guides
Join a scavenger hunt to learn about marine life at the aquarium and in the wild.
