Party with the Fishes
Create a BIG splash at the Georgia Aquarium with a Georgia Aquarium party! Be it a birthday party, a party for your child’s class, or even a party for you, the Aquarium guarantees you a whale of a time. Our top-of-the-line party is designed so that you are able to relax while Aquarium staff do all the work. Parties are available for all ages, So choose your theme and book today!
Size of group
All parties are designed for up to 15 people, including adults. If party has more than 15 people, $35 per person (beginning at age 1) will be charged. A maximum of 30 people may attend in one party room. If additional guests come on the day of party, payment must be made before entering party. Arriving early to make payment is recommended. Parties consisting of 30 people or more are available based on room availability.
Times
Saturday 10:00-11:30 a.m.; 12:30-2 p.m.; 3-4:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 2-3 p.m.
Party location
Publix's Kid’s Cove
Cost
Annual Pass Holders: $560.00
Non-annual Pass Holders: $625.00
Choose from four themes
Deepo Party
Island Party
Pirate Party
Ocean Party
All parties include:
- Party coordinator will facilitate during the 90 minute party
- Aquarium admission for 15 people
- Private, theme-decorated party room for 90 minutes
- Sheet cake with butter cream icing (choice of four cake flavors), choice of ice cream flavors and juice or milk for 15 people
- Themed birthday invitations for 15 people
- One $10 gift card for birthday child
- Birthday announcement will be made by aquarium staff over the microphone at the large window in the Ocean Voyager gallery
- Themed party gift bags for 10 children
- Party paper products and utensils
- Games led by party coordinator
- Free parking for one car
- Animal encounter
Booking can be made by calling the Georgia Aquarium call center at 404-581-4000, press 0 for next available agent.
In addition, parties for ages six and under will include a visit with the Deepo character. For parties with children age seven and older, we tour the Behind the Scenes area at the top of the Tropical Diver gallery. Children age five and under are not allowed on Behind the Scenes Tours. The tour and Deepo visit will occur within the 90-minute party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we bring our own food?
No, but you are welcome to order food from our food vendor. A food list is available when booking the party.
What type of games will you provide?
We have various games that match the theme of the party as well as typical children’s games. What games we play will dependent on the amount of time available.
Is there a limit to the number of guests we can invite?
All parties are for 15 people. There is a $35 charge for each additional guest. Each party room can hold up to 30 people.
Can I have extra time in the room if needed?
The rooms are booked for set times to allow time to clean for the next party, therefore you can only book the room for the set time.
Will the cake be decorated with theme of the party?
Yes, the cake and room will be decorated with the theme of the party.
Is the tour through the Aquarium a guided tour?
There is a short Behind the Scenes Tour to the top of one gallery for children age seven and older that includes two stops. Children under the age of six are taken to one of our behind-the-scenes areas but will have a visit with Deepo instead of visiting the other area. The admission into the Aquarium is at your leisure after the party.
Is the $10 gift card for the Aquarium or can it be used anywhere?
The gift card is for use inside the Aquarium and can be used at any location in the Aquarium, including the gift shop and Café Aquaria.
Is there any way that we could have a party at the Aquarium during the week?
It is possible if the room is available.
How can I find out about parties for teens and adults?
We have a party program for all ages. Parties include admission, birthday cake and a tour of some of the spectacular behind-the-scenes areas. Please contact the call center at 404-581-4444 for more information.
Is it possible for a diver to hold up a happy birthday sign for my child in one of the galleries?
We do not have the ability to do so at this time.
What is in the gift bag?
It is an assortment of items that depend on the theme of the party. Items may include bubbles, stickers, water gun, pirate tattoos, Deepo tattoos, and other items.
Is there a ratio between adults to children?
No, there is not although you will have to pay extra for over 10 gift bags.
General Information
Party attendees will be met at the Annual Pass Member entrance by a party coordinator, who will facilitate entrance into the Aquarium. A “party” sign will identify the party coordinator. The coordinator will be outside the entrance 15 minutes before the party is due to start. Parents may arrive no sooner than 15 minutes before party. Additional time will not be provided in the party room if party is tardy. All parties must end on time to facilitate next party.
Parties are available for all ages.
All party participants must stay with the party during the 90-minute party time. Once party is released into the Aquarium, we advise parents to stay with children.
If parents are dropping off children for party, please arrange to meet the children. Georgia Aquarium is not responsible for children that are dropped off. Your party coordinator will meet your party group at the Annual Pass Member/Education entrance to facilitate group entry into the Aquarium.
The transportation of items from the parking lot to the party room is not the responsibility of the Georgia Aquarium.
Reservations
$300 non-refundable deposit is due at time of booking. Final guest count and final payment are due three weeks before party date.
Booking can be made by calling the Georgia Aquarium call center at 404-581-4000, press “O” for the next available agent.
When booking a party, the party room is available only for the time booked, therefore parties should start on time to receive the full experience.
All persons attending the party are included in the party count. Children under the age of one are not counted in your party number, however, they will not receive a gift bag or other party favors.
Parents may bring additional room decorations. Balloons and straws are not allowed in the Aquarium. Provided decorations provided include tablecloths and themed centerpiece.
One parking pass will be provided. Please check in with parking attendant and present parking pass upon exiting parking garage. All other cars will need to pay for their own parking.
Date Changes
Date changes must be made at least three weeks before the scheduled party. All changes made less than three weeks of the party date will incur a $100 fee in addition to the total party charge, payable on the date the change is made. If a requested date change is unavailable due to party bookings by other Georgia Aquarium patrons, unfortunately, the request must be considered a cancellation. We will be happy to place you on a waiting list.
Cancellations
All deposits are nonrefundable. A written request is required for all refunds over the non-refundable $300 deposit if you need to cancel. Cancellations made less than three weeks before party date will incur a 50% fee of the total cost of the party. Written requests should be made to guestprograms@georgiaaquarium.org with “Party Cancellation” on the subject line.
Refunds
All deposits are nonrefundable. All refund requests for additional moneys paid must be submitted in writing. There are no refunds for no-shows or tardiness.
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