FAMILY-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN FUN AT THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM’S 2023 GUPPYWEEN
October 12, 2023
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Tampa, FL (October 12, 2023) – The Florida Aquarium continues its Halloween tradition with its annual family-friendly 2023 Guppyween celebration on Saturday and Sunday, October 28 & 29. The two-day event will feature complimentary trick-or-treating stations, animal encounters, character appearances, costumed divers and underwater pumpkin carving.
All Guppyween activities are free with paid admission and for members. Children in costume will be admitted free when accompanied by a paid adult.
Sensory Friendly Guppyween
On Saturday, October 28, before the doors open to the public, The Aquarium will host a sensory friendly Guppyween, reserved for children and families with sensory differences/accessibility challenges. From 8-9:30 a.m. lights and sounds will be adapted accordingly. Tickets for the sensory friendly event are $10 per guest.
For more information about the event, visit The Florida Aquarium’s website.
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