Events

Sit down, settle in and prepare to enjoy an ocean-themed story read out loud by one of our interpreters. Ideal for younger children.

Come learn more about our marine mammals during our daily talks and feedings! Mammal feedings rotate daily.

Witness one of our daily feeding attempts and learn more about this amazing creature—the giant Pacific octopus!

Divers take to the water three times a day in this exhibit. Wearing specialized masks, they are able to talk back and forth with Aquarium interpreters on the outside of the exhibit, and answer questions from the audience.

What do salmon need to thrive? Why is clean and cold water so important to their survival? Discover how you can help to keep these special creatures coming back to the river where they were born. See the salmon migration and learn about the epic journey that takes place every year as salmon swim from the ocean, through the Ballard Locks, into Lake Washington, and up the river to spawn.

A myriad of developmentally age-appropriate, hands-on activities await for tots to explore. For children ages 5 and under; must be accompanied by an adult. Free with Aquarium admission.

Adults take over the Seattle Aquarium for this 21+ event featuring animal experiences, music, a cash bar and more.

Join biologists at the Seattle Aquarium and explore the lives of sea otters. See how the Seattle Aquarium biologists care for these enchanting animals, including providing great nutrition, training and even toys!

Calling all divers! Help collect data on a Puget Sound icon! If you go diving anytime during October 5-13, we’d like to know whether or not you see any giant Pacific octopuses.

The Seattle Aquarium board of directors and event chair Casey Schuchart invite you to SeaChange, a fundraising breakfast benefiting conservation and research.

Adults take over the Seattle Aquarium for this 21+ event featuring animal experiences, music, a cash bar and more.

Creepy games and activities, face painting, fun treats and two kinds of pumpkin carving demonstrations—on land with master carver Russ Leno and underwater with our Aquarium divers.