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Come celebrate World Octopus Day at the Central Coast Aquarium by visiting our two resident octopuses, Sushi the two spot octopus, and Cami the eastern pacific red octopus. Enjoy octopus themed crafts and coloring pages.
Have you ever wanted to hold a sea star or hermit crab? Our Tide Pools on Tour touch tank will be at Ancient Owl Beer Garden every second Tuesday of the month. Stop by to learn about all kinds of intertidal marine invertebrates, and maybe enjoy a beer or taco too! All ages welcome!
In conjunction with Cal Poly Pier Open House, the Central Coast Aquarium will be open to share our amazing facilities and all that we do to cultivate ocean stewardship. Enjoy special events and activities in the Ocean Discovery Park, featuring a Dunk Tank!
This fun and educational program is designed specifically for children ages 2-5 and their guardians. Each program focuses on a unique ocean animal with activities designed to encourage kindergarten readiness skills including fine motor skills, counting, and shape/color/pattern recognition.
Designed for students ages 5–12, Coastal Quest is a weekly Aquarium program that enriches at-home learning through hands-on STEM activities, outdoor exploration, and creative projects focused on marine ecosystems, ocean animals, and environmental stewardship.
Have you ever been curious about the Leatherback sea turtle? Don't miss your opportunity to learn more about this large and elegant reptile from the Upwell organization. Check out the brand new leatherback sea turtle statue outside the aquarium and then enjoy this informational talk, free with the price of admission.
This fun and educational program is designed specifically for children ages 2-5 and their guardians. Each program focuses on a unique ocean animal with activities designed to encourage kindergarten readiness skills including fine motor skills, counting, and shape/color/pattern recognition.
Join us Tuesday, September 29, from 5:30–8:00 PM for an adults-only (18+) Spend the evening exploring the aquarium after hours, meeting local researchers, enjoying appetizers and wine, and learning about the science shaping California’s Central Coast.
Designed for students ages 5–12, Coastal Quest is a weekly Aquarium program that enriches at-home learning through hands-on STEM activities, outdoor exploration, and creative projects focused on marine ecosystems, ocean animals, and environmental stewardship.
Give the gift of life and support our community at the Central Coast Aquarium Blood Drive! Join us on Thursday, October 29th from 8:30 AM–11:30 AM in Avila Beach.
This fun and educational program is designed specifically for children ages 2-5 and their guardians. Each program focuses on a unique ocean animal with activities designed to encourage kindergarten readiness skills including fine motor skills, counting, and shape/color/pattern recognition.
Designed for students ages 5–12, Coastal Quest is a weekly Aquarium program that enriches at-home learning through hands-on STEM activities, outdoor exploration, and creative projects focused on marine ecosystems, ocean animals, and environmental stewardship.
