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.

Sips Under the Sea: Holidays

December 6, 2024 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Step into a winter wonderland like no other at Georgia Aquarium’s Sips Under the Sea: Holidays, a festive evening crafted exclusively for adults 21 and up. Wander through enchanting underwater galleries adorned with vibrant holiday decor and sparkling lights that add a touch of magic to the season. Whether you arrive in your tackiest sweater or come as you are, get ready to enjoy seasonal cocktails, delicious food, and lively beats provided by AMP’D Entertainment’s live DJ.

Dance, explore, and make holiday memories in an immersive setting where you can toast to the season as you roam through our beautifully illuminated exhibits. This after-hours experience promises to bring a unique and unforgettable twist to your holiday traditions.

Be one of the first 400 guests and receive a specialty holiday mug filled with hot chocolate and the spirit of your choice! Don’t miss out on these exclusive mugs (pictured below). Available while supplies last!

Gather your friends or make it a date night, and dive into the magic of the holidays at Sips Under the Sea: Holidays.

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Tuesdays in the Field
Time for Taxonomy

December 10, 2024 9:00am - 12:00pm

The ocean has gone through countless changes over time to resemble the underwater world we have today, and its organisms have adapted to a changing environment too. Join us as we look at modern ocean animals and how they’ve changed compared to their prehistoric relatives. We’ll dig into fossils and explore fascinating adaptations of animals, past and present, as we travel back in time to examine our evolving ocean.

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Wellness by the Water
Pilates

December 10, 2024 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Break a sweat at the most unique and inspiring fitness studio Atlanta has to offer – Georgia Aquarium.

Wellness by the Water offers a new Pilates class, led by M3 instructors, and designed to challenge students of all experience levels. Sessions take place in our magnificent Oceans Ballroom, offering incredible views of manta rays and whale sharks while you challenge your mind and body. If your fitness goal is to become a happier and healthier version of yourself, this is the session for you.

Doors open at 6:00 pm; class begins at 6:30 pm. Featuring a special Lululemon giveaway at the end of class! All proceeds from Wellness by the Water benefit Georgia Aquarium’s research and conservation initiatives.

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A Merry Member Morning

December 15, 2024 8:00am - 12:00pm

Exclusive to Georgia Aquarium Members. Sign-ups begin on November 29th.

This holiday season, join us in the Ocean’s Ballroom for a magical morning of family fun and holiday cheer! Get ready for a celebration overflowing with festive activities, perfect for creating memories with your loved ones.

Don’t miss this chance to create lasting holiday memories! Reserve your tickets now to be part of our jolly celebration and make this season truly magical with Georgia Aquarium!

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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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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: 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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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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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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