Daily Schedule

Every day, enjoy docent-led public feedings and learn about the ecosystems and animals represented in our tanks.
12:00 PM Public Feeding | 1:30 PM Public Feeding | 3:00 PM Public Feeding

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  • Quest: Discovery Labs – Squid Dissection Jan. 27th & 28th, 2026

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States
    Quest Discovery Labs

    If your child loves learning with their hands and exploring new textures (especially squishy, slimy ones!), then this program is for them. We are excited to offer our beloved Squid […]

    $20.00
  • Quest: Discovery Lab – Tidepool Explorers Jan. 27th & 28th, 2026

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States
    Quest Discovery Labs

    Did you know that over ½ of the earth’s oxygen comes from plankton? These microscopic organisms also play a critical role in ocean food webs. Join us as we take […]

    $20.00
  • Quest: Discovery Lab – Jr. Aquarist Jan. 28th, 2026

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States
    Quest Discovery Labs

    Quest: Discovery Labs Jr. Aquarists Jan. 28th, 2026 Program Info $20 for one participating child.All programs take place promptly from 10:00AM-11:00AM.Doors open at 9:45AM for check-in.Please arrive before 10:00AM to help […]

  • Big Fish Little Fish – Starfish

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States

    Big Fish Little Fish Starfish Feb. 4th, 2026 Program Info $25 for one participating child and up to two guardians.All programs take place promptly from 10:00AM-11:00AM.Doors open at 9:45AM for check-in.Please arrive […]

  • Quest: Discovery Labs – Tidepool Explorers Feb. 24th, 2026

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States
    Quest Discovery Labs

    Quest: Discovery Labs February 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Tidepool Exploreres Come explore Avila's rocky tidepools with us as we search for sea anemones, shore crabs, mussels, and […]

    $20.00
  • Quest: Discovery Lab – Water Chemistry Feb. 24th, 2026

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States
    Quest Discovery Labs

    Quest: Discovery Labs February 24 Water Chemistry $20 for one participating child. All programs take place promptly from 10:00AM-11:00AM. Doors open at 9:45AM for check-in. Please arrive before 10:00AM to […]

    $20.00
  • Quest: Discovery Lab – Jr. Aquarist Feb 24th, 2026

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States
    Quest Discovery Labs

    Quest: Discovery Labs February 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Jr. Aquarists $20 for one participating child.All programs take place promptly from 10:00AM-11:00AM.Doors open at 9:45AM for check-in.Please arrive before […]

  • Science After Dark, Feat. Dr. Ben Ruttenberg

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States

    Science After Dark, Feat. Dr. Ben Ruttenberg February 24, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Program Info Join us Tuesday February 24th, from 5:30–8:00 PM for an 18+ adults-only […]

  • Big Fish Little Fish – Crabs

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States

    Big Fish Little Fish Crabs Mar. 4th, 2026 Program Info $25 for one participating child and up to two guardians.All programs take place promptly from 10:00AM-11:00AM.Doors open at 9:45AM for check-in.Please arrive […]

  • Quest: Discovery Labs – Crazy Crabs Mar. 25th, 2026

    Central Coast Aquarium 50 San Juan St, Avila Beach, CA, United States
    Quest Discovery Labs

    Quest: Discovery Labs March 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Crazy Crabs Did you know that there are more than 6,700 species of crabs found in the ocean?  Join […]

    $20.00
  • Quest: Discovery Lab – Floating Lab Mar. 25th, 2026

    Port San Luis Pier 3975 Avila Beach Dr, San Luis Obispo, United States
    Floating Lab

    Quest: Discovery Labs March 25 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Floating Labs All aboard! Join us for a morning at sea as we explore the ecology of Avila Bay […]

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