New York Aquarium Reopening Celebration
THERE'S SO MUCH TO SEA...
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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
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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
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Penguin Chat
Waddle over to Sea Cliffs to hear from our expert keepers about caring for penguins.
Time 2:30pm
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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
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Sea Life Puppet Parade
Join the fun and celebrate with your favorite aquatic animals.
Time 12:15pm, 2:15pm, 4:15pm
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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.
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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:
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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.
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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.
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Quest Station & Discovery Guides
Join a scavenger hunt to learn about marine life at the aquarium and in the wild.