Upcoming Events

June 20, 2013

Giant Pacific Octopus Encounter

11:30am - 12:30pm

Are you a sucker for the spineless? Go behind-the-scenes on a popular encounter to shake our octopus's hand... er, suckers. Learn about the exciting life of one of the most intelligent invertebrates on this planet!Spineless... And Spectacular!Octopuses live along the rocky shores and in tide pools, where they prowl the ocean bottom in search of crab, scallops, clams and other crustaceans. Their... more

Behind the Scenes Tours

1:00pm - 1:30pm

What does it take to care for a 1 million gallon goldfish bowl? Come with us to see the ins and outs of the aquarium world. See how to vacuum in the water, make food for 500 pound sea lion and what it looks like ABOVE the water in Passages of the Deep.Maximum number of participants per tour: 15. more

Sea Lion Kisses

2:30pm - 3:00pm

No trip to the Aquarium is complete without a fishy kiss from a sea lion! Take a trip behind the scenes and meet one of our furry friends and get a memory you will never forget. Make sure to bring your camera! This is 20-30 minute experience including a behind-the-scenes look at our pinniped facility followed by a whiskery kiss from a sea lion or harbor seal and fun photo opportunities. Ages 8 ... more

June 21, 2013

Preschool Day Camp: Shark Bites

9:00am - 12:00pm

About The Preschool Day Camp ProgramPreschoolers are invited to join us on the last three Fridays in June from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to explore the wonders of our amazing sea. (Parents are welcome to attend, but not required). June 14: Super Stars. Come meet some of the coolest super stars on the planet - Oregon’s amazing sea stars! Discover sea stars and other colorful coastal critte... more

Behind the Scenes Tours

1:00pm - 1:30pm

What does it take to care for a 1 million gallon goldfish bowl? Come with us to see the ins and outs of the aquarium world. See how to vacuum in the water, make food for 500 pound sea lion and what it looks like ABOVE the water in Passages of the Deep.Maximum number of participants per tour: 15. more

Sea Lion Kisses

2:30pm - 3:00pm

No trip to the Aquarium is complete without a fishy kiss from a sea lion! Take a trip behind the scenes and meet one of our furry friends and get a memory you will never forget. Make sure to bring your camera! This is 20-30 minute experience including a behind-the-scenes look at our pinniped facility followed by a whiskery kiss from a sea lion or harbor seal and fun photo opportunities. Ages 8 ... more

June 22, 2013

Giant Pacific Octopus Encounter

11:30am - 12:30pm

Are you a sucker for the spineless? Go behind-the-scenes on a popular encounter to shake our octopus's hand... er, suckers. Learn about the exciting life of one of the most intelligent invertebrates on this planet!Spineless... And Spectacular!Octopuses live along the rocky shores and in tide pools, where they prowl the ocean bottom in search of crab, scallops, clams and other crustaceans. Their... more

Interpretive Dive Program

12:00pm - 12:30pm

All summer long, get as close to some amazing marine life as possible without getting wet! Our interpretive dive program lets you watch and speak live to our volunteer SCUBA divers as they swim among sharks and rays in the Passages of the Deep's Open Sea exhibit. The divers will share their experiences and insights about the animals and give you a glimpse into what it takes to maintain a world-... more

Behind the Scenes Tours

1:00pm - 1:30pm

What does it take to care for a 1 million gallon goldfish bowl? Come with us to see the ins and outs of the aquarium world. See how to vacuum in the water, make food for 500 pound sea lion and what it looks like ABOVE the water in Passages of the Deep.Maximum number of participants per tour: 15. more

Sea Lion Kisses

2:30pm - 3:00pm

No trip to the Aquarium is complete without a fishy kiss from a sea lion! Take a trip behind the scenes and meet one of our furry friends and get a memory you will never forget. Make sure to bring your camera! This is 20-30 minute experience including a behind-the-scenes look at our pinniped facility followed by a whiskery kiss from a sea lion or harbor seal and fun photo opportunities. Ages 8 ... more