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October 18, 2026
First Graders Dive into Learning at The Florida Aquarium as Hillsborough Schools Launches Referendum-Funded Field Trips
Students experience marine life firsthand as part of taxpayers’ investment in learning beyond the classroom TAMPA, FL (October 18, 2026) – First graders from Bryan Plant City, Mabry, and Tampa Bay Boulevard Elementary Schools will be among the first Hillsborough County Public Schools (HCPS) students to experience a new opportunity made possible through referendum-funded millage…
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September 24, 2026
The Florida Aquarium Celebrates Tampa Bay’s Frontline Heroes with Complimentary Admission
Tampa’s Acting Police Chief and officers get up close with the Aquarium’s penguins Tampa, FL (September 24, 2026) – The Florida Aquarium welcomed Tampa’s Acting Chief of Police Brett Owen and several Tampa Police Department officers Wednesday for a special visit featuring one of the Aquarium’s most popular animal ambassadors: penguins. Officers snapped selfies, learned...
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September 4, 2026
The Florida Aquarium Joins Statewide Effort to Create the Next Generation of Florida’s Coral Reef
Scientists Produce 61,000 Coral Larvae and 101 Unique Genetic Crosses to Help Build More Resilient Reefs KEY LARGO, FL – Bringing years of expertise in breeding and raising corals, four coral experts from The Florida Aquarium joined 11 other leading scientific and conservation organizations in what may be one of the largest collaborative coral conservation...
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August 18, 2026
Bring Your Favorite Plushie to The Florida Aquarium for the “Cutest Check-Up in Town”
Tampa, FL – Teddy bears, stuffed sharks, and plushies of all shapes and sizes are all invited to The Florida Aquarium for the Cuddle Clinic, a playful, hands-on event that combines imagination with learning. Known as the “Cutest Check-Up in Town”, families can bring their favorite plush toy to the Aquarium for a comprehensive “check-up”...
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August 13, 2026
The Florida Aquarium Celebrates 813 Day with Animal Enrichment, Special Deals, and Community Conservation Fundraiser
Eight African penguins exploring the Shark Reef. One double yellow-headed parrot soaring. Three playful North American river otters spinning for treats. Together, they're helping The Florida Aquarium kick off Tampa's favorite hometown holiday—813 Day—with animal enrichment inspired by the city's iconic area code
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August 10, 2026
Four Rehabilitated Sea Turtles Head Back to the Ocean Tuesday
Apollo Beach, FL – After months of intensive rehabilitation and veterinary care, four juvenile green sea turtles treated at The Florida Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center will return to the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday, August 11, giving the turtles a second chance at life in the wild. Dark Blue Yellow, Pink, Black, and Light Blue...
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July 3, 2026
The Florida Aquarium Offers a Cool, Dry Destination for the Fourth of July Weekend
TAMPA, FL – Rain may change outdoor Fourth of July plans across Tampa Bay, but families can still celebrate Independence Day indoors at The Florida Aquarium, where the Sea to Shining Sea celebration continues through Sunday with patriotic entertainment, animal encounters, and the debut of two new ambassador skunks. New video from Friday’s festivities shows...
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