Don’t Miss It! Celebrate the Long Weekend with 50% Off at The Florida Aquarium
February 12, 2026
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With many students off Friday for Florida State Fair Day and most schools closed Monday for Presidents Day, families across the Tampa Bay area are enjoying a long holiday weekend, and The Florida Aquarium is inviting guests to make the most of it and even save 50% on admission up to four general admission tickets by bringing in Gasparilla beads.
Whether planning a family outing, a Valentine’s date, or a staycation-style adventure, visitors can explore immersive exhibits and hands-on learning opportunities throughout the long weekend.
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Highlights:
- Valentine’s Day Highlights:
- Live Valen-Tunes performances by the Aquatunes singers
- Valentine-inspired music playlists throughout the Aquarium
- A hands-on activity where guests can leave messages for loved ones or their favorite animals at the Heart of the Sea exhibit window
- Café Seventy One will feature a Chocolate Molten Lava Cake with Vanilla Bean Crème Anglaise and Espresso Caramel, available at the café pickup window.
Guests can also take part in Marvelous Matches, a special AquaEd experience exploring the fascinating ways animals connect with one another and their environments:
- Saturday, February 14: 10:30–11:30 a.m. and 1:30–2:30 p.m.
- Sunday, February 15: 10:30–11:30 a.m. and 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Aquarium Experiences & Exhibits:
The Tide Pool, the Aquarium’s newest exhibit, recently ranked 5th in the nation in USA TODAY’s 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards for Best New Attraction, further positioning The Florida Aquarium and Tampa Bay as a premier destination for immersive experiences.
For guests looking to elevate their visit, premium add-on adventures include penguin encounters, SeaTREK underwater walking tours, dolphin cruises aboard the Bay Spirit II, stingray feeding experiences and even a two-toed sloth meet-and-greet.
For more information, operating hours, and to purchase tickets, click here.
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