OCTOBER 19-20, 26-27

11AM - 4PM

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The Ascarium experience and activities are included with New York Aquarium admission.

HALLOWEEN,
NEW YORK AQUARIUM STYLE!

Halloween fun awaits your family this fall! Join us for marine-themed magic shows, Halloween crafts, a larger-than-life pumpkin display, and more. Visit amazing animals - piranhas, wolf eels, and spider crabs - and learn why they’re not “spooky” at all!

Spooktacular Seaside Fun

All activities take place on the Plaza.

New! Washed Ashore

Explore the art exhibit featuring 35 larger-than-life animal sculptures showcasing the impact of plastic pollution on our oceans.

10AM — 5PM

New! Aquatheater

In our interactive celebration, the bonds our sea lions have with their trainers take center stage.

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New! Face Painting

Transform into a spooky or sweet creature with free face-painting for children ages 3+!

11AM — 4PM; Line closes promptly at 3:30PM

New! Storytelling

Join our skilled storyteller for not-so-scary stories from the underwater world of sea creatures and more.

11:30AM, 12:30PM, 2PM, and 3PM in Ocean Wonders: SHARKS! Hudson Canyon Exhibit

Costume Parade

Delight in amazing costumed entertainment by our costumed performers and aquatic puppets. Join in the fun and make sure you’re showing off your Halloween best!

1PM, 2PM, 3:30PM

Halloween Crafts

Decorate your own marine life puppet and bring it to the Costume Parade!

11AM — 4PM

Magic Shows

Enjoy aquatic-inspired magic, sure to entertain the entire family.

10:30AM, 12:30PM, 2:30PM

Spooky Scavenger Hunt

Learn more about why some creatures aren’t as “spooky” as you might think. Visit piranhas, wolf eels, bat sea stars, spider crabs, and more throughout the aquarium to join this self-guided scavenger hunt!

Augusta Sea Lion’s Carnival of Aquatic Anomalies

Challenge your misconceptions about misunderstood and mysterious aquatic creatures with a carnival of aquatic oddities!

12PM and 3PM

Pumpkin Display

Strike a pose with our larger than life Giant Pacific Octopus, carved entirely out of foam pumpkins!

10AM — 5PM

Carnival Games

Learn and play while you bust myths about “spooky” species and more.

11AM — 4PM

Get ready for a day full of festive celebrations, magic, amazing marine life, and seasonal family adventures.

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4:00pm close time for activities and final performances. Some activities are weather permitting. For up-to-date program schedule, go to NYAquarium.com/today
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