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November 28, 2024
A Thanksgiving Feast for Animals at The Florida Aquarium
Tampa, FL (November 28, 2024) – This Thanksgiving, as many families gather to feast on their favorite fixings, some of the animals at The Florida Aquarium are joining the celebration with their own specially prepared holiday meals. The Aquarium’s animal…
Read MoreNovember 21, 2024
Corals Evacuated Ahead of Hurricane Milton Return to The Florida Aquarium
Apollo Beach, FL (November 20, 2024) – The Florida Aquarium is welcoming back its coral colonies evacuated ahead of Hurricane Milton. These corals, temporarily housed at partner facilities like the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta and The Reef Institute in West…
Read MoreNovember 18, 2024
Celebrate the Season at YuleTides: The Florida Aquarium’s New Coastal Holiday Experience
Tampa, FL (November 18, 2024) — The Florida Aquarium is unveiling more details about its all-new holiday event for 2024: YuleTides at The Florida Aquarium! This immersive seasonal celebration, inspired by coastal holiday traditions from around the world, invites guests…
Read MoreNovember 15, 2024
Marine Life Mystery: Stranded Sea Turtle Found A Mile From The Ocean, Receiving Rehabilitation At The Florida Aquarium
Apollo Beach, FL (November 15, 2024) – It is a mystery to sea turtle biologists at The Florida Aquarium how a green sea turtle, named Buckley, wound up more than a mile from the Gulf of Mexico, only to be found…
Read MoreNovember 7, 2024
The Florida Aquarium Honors Veterans and Active-Duty Military with Free Admission
TAMPA, FL (November 6, 2024) – To honor and show appreciation for the brave men and women who have served our country, The Florida Aquarium is inviting all military service members to visit for free over Veterans Day weekend. From…
Read MoreOctober 14, 2024
The Florida Aquarium’s Stingrays Safely Return Home After Riding Out Hurricane Milton at Tropicana Field
Tampa, FL (October 14, 2024) – Today, in coordination with the Tampa Bay Rays, animal care experts with The Florida Aquarium successfully relocated its seven male cownose stingrays from Tropicana Field back to the Aquarium in downtown Tampa. Despite roof…
Read MoreSeptember 30, 2024
Dive into the Magic of the Season: YuleTides at The Florida Aquarium Brings Coastal Holiday Traditions to Life
Tampa, FL (September 30, 2024) — The Florida Aquarium is excited to give guests a glimpse of the all-new holiday experience for 2024: YuleTides at The Florida Aquarium. This immersive event, invites families, couples and friends to embark on a…
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2024
The Florida Aquarium Will Close Thursday for Hurricane Helene
Tampa, FL (September 25, 2024) – Due to the potential impact of Hurricane Helene on the Tampa Bay area: The Florida Aquarium will remain open until 5 p.m. today. The Aquarium will be closed on Thursday, September 26. Guests who purchased…
Read MoreSeptember 24, 2024
The Florida Aquarium Prepares for Tropical Storm Helene
Tampa, FL – (September 24, 2024) As Tropical Storm Helene approaches, The Florida Aquarium is ready to weather the storm with a comprehensive hurricane preparedness plan to ensure the safety and well-being of its animals, staff, guests, and facilities. This…
Read MoreSeptember 20, 2024
Join Otis’ Journey: The Florida Aquarium Releases Rehabilitated Sea Turtle Back into the Atlantic Ocean
Tampa, FL (September 19, 2024) – After six months of dedicated care at The Florida Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center in Apollo Beach, FL, Otis, a juvenile green sea turtle, made its way home to the Atlantic Ocean this week…
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