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A Tribute to Bravery: Free Admission for Military This Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend Promotion for The Florida Aquarium

May 23, 2025

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Tampa, Fla. (May 23, 2025) – In honor of the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes, The Florida Aquarium is offering complimentary general admission to military service members this Memorial Day weekend, Friday, May 23 through Monday, May 26, 2025. This special offer is a small token of appreciation for those who have bravely served—and continue to serve—our country.

This in-person offer is available to active duty, veteran, retired, or drilling reservist members of the U.S. Military, including National Guardsmen and honorably or medically discharged service members.

Offer Details:

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While honoring those who serve, The Florida Aquarium continues to serve its guests with award-winning experiences—earning national recognition once again as one of the Top 10 Aquariums in the country by USA Today’s 2025 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Recently ranked #8 on the prestigious list, this marks the seventh overall—and fifth consecutive—year the Aquarium has received this national honor, and it is the only aquarium in Florida to be recognized in 2025. For more information and to plan your visit, click here.

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