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Press release

Celebrate a Pikmin summer at the Seattle Aquarium!

Pikmin characters surrounding Pikmin X Seattle Aquarium.

Starting Memorial Day weekend and wrapping up Labor Day weekend, observant visitors to the Seattle Aquarium may uncover sightings of mysterious and colorful plantlike creatures in the area! These plucky creatures are called Pikmin, and they’re always up for an adventure! From May 23 through September 7, guests may find hidden Pikmin inside the Aquarium campus. Be on the lookout at Piers 59 and 60, as well as the Ocean Pavilion!

The Seattle Aquarium is also the first aquarium in North America to host a Pikmin Bloom MINI WALK event. Stop by the pop-up tent on Seattle Aquarium’s Ocean Pavilion rooftop between May 23 to 25 to learn more! For more information, visit our website.

Pikmin Bloom MINI WALK

In the Pikmin Bloom mobile app there will be a free interactive MINI WALK starting on May 23 until September 7 along the Seattle Waterfront! It will feature stops along the way where you can find Special Spots to get Decor Pikmin in-app.

Pikmin Bloom Mini Walk Seattle Aquarium 2026 map of the Seattle Waterfront area featuring different locations and Pikmin which can be found during the event.
Pikmin Bloom Mini Walk Seattle Aquarium 2026 map of the Seattle Waterfront area featuring different locations and Pikmin which can be found during the event.

About Pikmin Bloom MINI WALK:

Pikmin Bloom MINI WALK is a mini-event in which the Pikmin Bloom app collaborates with festivals and events held in various areas. Visitors can interact with Special Spots set up at the event site to obtain in-app Gold Seedlings for Decor Pikmin related to each spot.

Free to start; optional in-game purchases available. Persistent internet and compatible smart device required. Data charges may apply. Remember to always be alert. Stay aware of your surroundings.

What are Pikmin?

Small, plantlike creatures that are loyal, clever and ready to follow your lead. Embark on adventures with Pikmin in a variety of Nintendo Switch games, as well as on your mobile device.

About the Seattle Aquarium:

Founded in 1977 along the Seattle waterfront, the Seattle Aquarium is a marine conservation organization working to regenerate the health of Earth’s one ocean. We work among local, national, and global leaders to advance animal wellbeing, marine and ecosystem science, public policy, field conservation, education, and species recovery programs that benefit the ocean. Help support the Aquarium’s mission of Inspiring Conservation of Our Marine Environment.

GiveBIG to conservation in action.

This year, we’ve set a GiveBIG goal of $70,000, and thanks to the generous support of Al & Pat Friedrich, Clint & Barb Bennett, Marshall & Janice Brumer, Michael Klein & Catherine Melfi, and an anonymous donor, every gift will be matched up to $30,000, doubling your impact.

Join us for After Hours: Family Matters on Thursday, May 21, when the Aquarium when remains open late just for adults 21+!

Today only, your gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $25,000 thanks to the generosity of donors Betsy Cadwallader, J & Tim, and Jess & Andy Peet. Help us reach our $50,000 goal!

End the year with a gift to the ocean.