After Hours: Family Matters
After Hours can sell out, so don’t wait. Get your tickets today!
A ticket to this After Hours event includes access to all three Aquarium buildings.
Ticket proceeds cover just part of the cost of sustaining our animal care and marine conservation work. Please consider adding a tax-deductible donation to help support the Seattle Aquarium.
Celebrate your nearest and dearest!
Join us for After Hours: Family Matters to learn all about different animal communities. Get to know the local orcas as we dive into the history and members of different pods. Plus, enjoy food and drinks available for purchase at this 21+ event where we reopen the Aquarium just for adults.
Bring your family—the ones you’ve known since birth or made along the way—to celebrate the deep bonds that connect us. This is also a great way to treat someone you love (including yourself!) for Mother’s Day or Father’s Day.
Capacity for After Hours is limited, so make sure to get your tickets as soon as possible.
Members and Connections program partners
Seattle Aquarium members and Connections program partners receive a discount on After Hours tickets! To get the promo code:
Members: Log in to your membership account or email membership@seattleaquarium.org.
Connections program partners: Email connections@seattleaquarium.org.
After Hours vs After Hours Premier
We’ve expanded our After Hours offerings for 2026!
After Hours is a monthly chance for adults to explore the Aquarium during the evening.
After Hours Premier events happen three times a year and include special themes, activities and entertainment. This year’s After Hours Premier events include No Pressure Valentines in February, Pride in July and Halloween in October.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to be at least 21 years old to attend an After Hours event?
Yes. By law, everyone must be 21 years or older to attend this event. Children (including toddlers and babies) are not allowed inside the Aquarium for After Hours events. Don’t forget to bring your ID.
What type of ID do you accept?
We accept any legal form of ID, including passport, driver’s license and state-issued ID. You must have the ID with you; we do not accept photographs of an ID.
Can I use regular Seattle Aquarium tickets for this event?
No. You can purchase tickets for After Hours by clicking on an event above.
Are all Aquarium buildings included in the ticket prices?
All three Aquarium buildings are open and accessible during most After Hours events. During certain months with early sunset times, we may restrict After Hours to only certain buildings. Please check individual event pages for more information on specific After Hours events.
If the event is sold out, is there a waitlist or a way to buy resale tickets?
Tickets are available on a first come, first served basis, and we do not have a waitlist or resale ticket vendor. To avoid problems with counterfeit, stolen or voided tickets, please make all ticket purchases through Seattle Aquarium-authorized websites only.
Does the aquarium offer any discounts for After Hours?
Seattle Aquarium members and Connection program partners receive a discount on tickets! To get the promo code:
- Members: Log in to your membership account or email membership@seattleaquarium.org.
- Connections program partners: Please email connections@seattleaquarium.org.
How do I request a refund?
Click on “request a refund” or contact the organizer via your Eventbrite account to request a refund, including the reason for the request. Refunds will include the ticket price less the Eventbrite fees (which consist of the payment processing fee and the service fee combined). Eventbrite fees are nonrefundable.
Refund requests must be made 24 hours before the event.
I'm bringing people with me. Do my guests' tickets need to be in their names?
No. All tickets can be in your name for your guests.
Does the Aquarium have parking available?
The Aquarium does not have a dedicated parking area, but there are many parking garages nearby. Please visit our Directions and Parking page for more information on getting to the Aquarium and nearby parking options.
Will food and drink be available for purchase?
Yes. Details will be communicated on the event webpage. No outside food or drink is allowed.
How can I pay for food and drink at the event?
Cash is not accepted. Payment options include chip cards with PIN entry and signatures for added security; credit/debit cards from all major credit card companies; and payment services including Apple Pay®, Google Pay® and Samsung Pay®.
Will the gift shops be open?
The Pier 59 Gift Shop is open during After Hours. The Ocean Pavilion Gift Shop will only be open for After Hours events that take place exclusively in the Ocean Pavilion.
Is there a place to check coats and bags?
An unstaffed coat rack is available at no charge during After Hours events (space is limited). Bag and coat check are not available. The Seattle Aquarium is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged items.
Can I go outside during the event and come back in?
Yes. You will receive a hand stamp upon entry to give you in and out access.
How do I find out about future After Hours events?
Please join our mailing list to sign up for the Seattle Aquarium newsletter, which includes news and information on upcoming events.
