Discover Fun at the Georgia Aquarium

Spend your day making friends with penguins, dolphins, sea lions and other amazing marine creatures.

Whether you are looking for fun things to do in Atlanta with your friends and family, or seeking a solo adventure, Georgia Aquarium located in downtown Atlanta GA has you covered. We have a year round calendar of events and activities that will absolutely delight the nature lover in you.

Holidays at Georgia Aquarium
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November 15, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm

The magic of the winter season is here, now through January 2. Take in the sights and sounds of Holidays at Georgia Aquarium in our completely transformed atrium with festive music, winter-inspired projections, and our 40-foot live tree.

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Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Fan Night

December 31, 2024 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Fan Night

Celebrate Bowl Week at this unique football event in Atlanta! Georgia Aquarium is offering football fans the opportunity to be surrounded by millions of gallons of waters, thousands of aquatic animals, and fellow football enthusiasts at Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl Fan Night.

Fans are invited to explore all the Aquarium’s galleries, attend a mini-pep rally. There will be no lack of team spirit at our 5:30pm pep rally that will feature each team’s cheerleaders and mascots. Café and cash bar will be available from 4:00pm – 6:00pm.

Please Note: Sea Lion and Dolphin presentations are not available after 3pm on 12/31/24.

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New Year's Eve Celebration

December 31, 2024 9:00pm - 1:00am

Join us for an unforgettable night as we ring in 2025 at an exclusive VIP celebration, featuring after-hours access to all aquarium galleries, live DJs, and dance floors that will keep the energy high all night long. Enjoy the lounge in Oceans Ballroom, indulge in gourmet food offerings prepared by Wolfgang Puck Catering, and savor delicious takeaway treats (while supplies last). The premium open bar ensures your glass is always full as you toast to the New Year. Experience the excitement of midnight countdowns in both the atrium and ballroom, surrounded by breathtaking aquatic views.

Your celebration goes beyond the party—proceeds from our New Year’s Eve event support vital ocean conservation efforts, helping us protect marine life.

Tickets are limited and expected to sell out quickly, so secure yours soon!

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Tuesdays in the Field
All Hands on Deck

January 14, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm

All hands on deck! Do you think you have what it takes to work with animals? Maybe you want to work in a lab, design a habitat, or even manage animal diets. It takes a boatload of people to keep Georgia Aquarium afloat, so come explore the many different career opportunities and learn a little more about all the behind-the-seas work happening every day.

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Wellness by the Water - Sound Bath

January 21, 2025 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Unwind and relax with a unique sound bath experience led by a healing practitioner and Reiki Master from SND Bath. This journey of sound incorporates angelic healing sounds which radiate from quartz crystal bowls tuned to your body’s energy system. The process works to move energetic blockages, reduce stress, and promote healing in the body.

You will hear native drums that mimic the cleansing and clearing sound of ocean waves and gentle tones from Koshi chimes tuned specifically to the four elements. You will see calming ocean views that include whale sharks, manta rays, and so much more.

Doors open at 6:00 pm; class begins at 6:30 pm.

Featuring a Lululemon giveaway at the end of class!

 

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Seeds of Sustainability

February 11, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm

Ready to grow a new, sustainable habit in this new year? Discover how to be an environmental superhero this Tuesday in the Field with February’s Seeds of Sustainability. From ocean clean-up strategies to cultivating native plants, we’ll dig into how we can support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and take care of this beautiful planet that we call home.

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Georgia Aquarium 5K
Presented by Waste Management

March 8, 2025 8:00am - 11:00am

Get ready to lace up your sneakers and join Georgia Aquarium’s 5K Walk/Run, returning for its eighth exciting year! This Peachtree Qualifier 3.1-mile course takes participants on a quick “out and back” journey through some of downtown Atlanta’s most iconic landmarks. Open to ages 8 and up, it’s perfect for runners, joggers, and walkers of all levels.

Whether you’re tackling your first 5K, training for the Peachtree Road Race, or just looking to stay active, every step you take supports aquatic animal conservation—plus, with our virtual option, you can participate from anywhere and make an impact for the ocean, even from your own neighborhood.

Every stride helps fund Georgia Aquarium’s research and conservation efforts locally and globally. Together, we can deepen our understanding of marine life and work to protect ocean animals for future generations.

Interested in corporate sponsorship opportunities? Please contact Erin Burnett, eburnett@georgiaaquarium.org for more information.

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Tuesdays in the Field
March Math Madness

March 11, 2025 9:00am - 12:00pm

Whether you’re a math whiz or if math makes your head hurt, there’s no denying the importance of mathematics in our day-to-day lives. Numbers help us analyze our climate, care for animals, and discover trends in important data. Explore nature from a mathematical perspective and discover a new appreciation for naturally occurring numbers and patterns during March Math Madness.

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Explore Georgia Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium is open 365 days a year. Hours of operation vary, so please check our calendar to verify our hours before visiting. Buy tickets online to save money and skip long lines.

Don’t miss the magnificent Dolphin Presentation where you can see the grace and athleticism of these playful marine mammals. Get an exclusive look at our galleries and habitats with a Behind the Seas tour.

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Behind the Seas Tour: Dive Deeper

Our Behind the Seas Tour offer a backstage look at our most popular exhibits.
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Behind the Seas Tour: Dive Deeper

Behind the Seas Tour: Explore the Surface

Our Behind the Seas Tour offers a backstage look at our most popular exhibits.
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Behind the Seas Tour: Explore the Surface

Beluga Encounter

Adventure behind-the-scenes of the Cold Water Quest gallery, where you'll to get to meet our beluga whales face to face.
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Dolphin Encounter

Adventure behind-the-scenes of the dolphin theater where you'll to get to meet our dolphins face to face.
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Dolphin Presentation

Dive into the world of dolphins during our awe-inspiring and educational dolphin presentation. Known for their agility and playful social behavior, our dolphins are a must-see at Georgia Aquarium!
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Harbor Seal Encounter

With our unique Harbor Seal Encounter, you'll go behind the scenes of our Cold Water Quest gallery and enjoy some time with our seals in their Aquarium home.
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Seal Encounter

Journey with Gentle Giants — Dive

Immerse Yourself with Whale Sharks, Manta Rays & More
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Journey with Gentle Giants — Swim

Journey with Gentle Giants is the only opportunity in the world where you’re guaranteed to swim with whale sharks, manta rays and more.
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Penguin Encounter

Go behind the scenes of our Cold Water Quest gallery for an up-close-and-personal penguin encounter.
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SHARKS! from Above

Experience the thrill of sharks like never before, as we take you on an exclusive journey above SHARKS! Predators of the Deep.
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Sea Lion Encounter

With our unique Seal Lion Encounter, you'll go behind the scenes and enjoy 30 minutes with our seal lions in their Aquarium home.
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California Sea Lion Webcam

Sea Lion Presentation

Truist Pier 225’s live presentation, Under the Boardwalk, features Georgia Aquarium's incredible California sea lions.
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Sea Otter Encounter

In our unique Sea Otter Encounter, you'll go behind the scenes of the Cold Water Quest gallery and interact with these charismatic animals for more than 30 minutes.
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Shark & Ray Interaction

Suit up and get in the water with some of our sharks and rays in this animal interaction in our Sharks! Predators of the Deep gallery.
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Sleep Under the Sea

Join us for an exciting night of adventure and exploration! Georgia Aquarium offers sleepovers for families, youth groups, schools, companies, and more.
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The Megalodon Shark (Otodus Megalodon)

The megalodon shark (Otodus megalodon) is an extinct species thought to have lived between 23 million and 2 million years ago, and scientists believe they grew up to 50 feet (15m) in length.
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