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September 5, 2023
THE FLORIDA AQUARIUM ANNOUNCES UPCOMING PENGUIN WADDLE The community is invited to join the short walk and celebration for penguin conservation.
Tampa, FL (September 5, 2023) – The Florida Aquarium announced its partnership earlier this year with the Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town, South Africa and Georgia Aquarium for Not On Our Watch (#NOOW), an African penguin conservation awareness campaign. Following months of action alerts, the group is now asking their respective communities to take…
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November 21, 2025
The Florida Aquarium Celebrates 30 Years with New Board Leadership
As The Florida Aquarium celebrates its 30th anniversary, the nonprofit is welcoming two new members to its board of directors and announcing Kristin Greco, CEO of PAR, Inc., as its new board chair. Greco has served in multiple Board leadership roles with the Aquarium and brings deep organizational leadership experience to this new position. John...
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November 13, 2025
Volunteers and Biologists Dive In to Restore Hope for Florida’s Coral Reefs
Volunteers and coral scientists from The Florida Aquarium and I.CARE (Islamorada Conservation and Restoration Education) came together in the Florida Keys this past week for a powerful purpose: restoring life to one of the world’s most threatened ecosystems. On Friday, the team outplanted more than 90 brain corals—born and grown at The Florida Aquarium’s Coral...
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November 10, 2025
YuleTides Returns for Its Second Year of Coastal Holiday Magic
The Florida Aquarium invites guests to dive into the magic of the holidays as YuleTides presented by GEICO returns November 28 through January 4 (closed Christmas Day). This immersive holiday celebration transforms the Aquarium into a dazzling coastal winter wonderland, where twinkling lights, festive décor, and seaside Santa visits bring the spirit of the season...
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November 7, 2025
The Florida Aquarium Salutes Veterans and Active-Duty Military with Free Admission Veterans Day Weekend
In honor of Veterans Day, The Florida Aquarium is proud to offer free admission to all military service members during Veterans Day weekend. From Saturday, November 8 through Tuesday, November 11, the Aquarium welcomes those who have served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces to enjoy a complimentary visit to experience the...
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October 30, 2025
Pumpkin Playtime: The Florida Aquarium Animals Get into the Halloween Spirit
Some of the animals at The Florida Aquarium got an early Halloween treat with festive pumpkin surprises designed for fun and enrichment. The animal care team celebrates the spooky season using pumpkins to encourage the animals’ natural behaviors. The seasonal snacks and playful activities provide important mental and physical stimulation, while offering guests a chance...
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October 27, 2025
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at The Florida Aquarium
The Florida Aquarium is throwing its first-ever Día de los Muertos Day (Day of the Dead) celebration and Xochi, the Aquarium’s newest axolotl costume character, is the life of the fiesta. Discover traditions from her home in Mexico City while exploring hands-on activities, vibrant décor, and festive surprises all weekend long. Día de los Muertos...
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