Please contact learn@centralcoastaquarium.com with questions or specific program needs, including Spanish programming.
Big Fish Little Fish
September - May
Program Information 2026-27
Join us from September through May for another season of Big Fish Little Fish!
- Every other Tuesday, 10:00-11:00AM
- $60/month (nonmember fee),
- $50/month (member fee) (member fee – contact us to receive a custom member rate),
- $30/child (drop-in fee, while spots last)
- Fees include interactive instructor led programs, craft and activity materials, and aquarium admission for the day of your program.
- Each session is limited to 24 students.
Where Learning Comes to Life
Calling all junior ocean explorers! 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.
This year we are excited to expand our program to include sessions every other week at the Central Coast Aquarium. With new ocean activities, sing-alongs, story time and more each week, there is something for every little learner to enjoy! Aquarium admission is included with each program.
Unsure if Big Fish Little Fish will be a good fit for your child? We welcome drop-in sign ups for $30 per session (while spots last).
Aquarium members, please contact us to receive a customized monthly package plan!
If you would like to be added to our parent email list and receive updates about upcoming programs please email learn@centralcoastaquarium.com.
Help us get to know you and your child before the program by completing the form below. Once you’ve submitted the form, you’ll be redirected to complete your registration payment.
*Please note that the Central Coast Aquarium may utilize photos of program activities for promotional purposes. No identifiable information will be shared without prior consent. If you have any questions or concerns about our photo policy, please contact us at (805) 457-5357 x2.
Cancelation Policy
Families may cancel their subscription at any time. Monthly tuition payments are final once processed and are non-refundable. Cancellation will prevent future monthly charges, but does not apply retroactively to payments already made.
If registering for a single session, to accommodate staffing and program preparation costs, cancellations made within 14 days of the program date will incur the full program balance.
Scholarships
The Central Coast Aquarium strives to offer scholarship assistance to families seeking financial support. Through the generous support of local grants and private community donors, scholarship funds are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, as they are available. Please complete the form below if you would like to request a scholarship.
