Member Events

Picnic by the Bay

Thursday, July 24
(7 p.m.-9:30 p.m.)

Picnic near your favorite exhibit or on one of our many oceanfront decks and watch an evening sea otter feeding or kelp forest dive. You can bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages, or purchase them in the Aquarium. The Portola Restaurant will not be serving dinner.

Halloween Dance Party

Saturday, October 25
(7 p.m.-10 p.m.)

Put on your costume and join the skeletons and sea stars, black cats and bat rays for an evening of haunted activities and ghostly good times. Kids of all ages love this event featuring face painters, strolling magicians and stilt walkers.

Holidays in Store

Friday, December 5
(7 p.m.-10 p.m.)

Kick off the holidays with a special Member Night at our Gift and Bookstore! Shop for unique holiday gifts, and meet the authors, artists and craftspeople who created them. Share local wines and holiday cheer in the Aquarium at its festive best.

Jazz at the Aquarium

If you like jazz, this evening event is for you! A blend of great jazz and beautiful exhibits makes for an unforgettable evening.