Newport Aquarium After Dark
Guests enter after public operating hours to discover how aquatic creatures behave at night and meet special animal ambassadors. The evening includes a pizza party with a bug-eating twist and a twilight reveal in Shark Ray Bay Theater exploring nocturnal animal adaptations. Visitors also navigate the aquarium on a self-guided scavenger hunt illuminated by neon glowsticks.
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When
Tickets
$49.99 per person; children under 2 are free. Annual Members receive an exclusive discount: Silver Members 10% off, Gold Members 15% off, Platinum Members 20% off. Admission includes after-hours admission, a pizza party, special scheduled activities, and a self-guided twilight tour with scavenger hunt.
Hours
7:15pm–11:00pm.
Ages
All ages (Children under 2 are free)
Neighborhood
Newport on the Levee
Food & Drink
A pizza party is included, and guests may try candy-covered bugs.
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Tips & Advice
- Tickets must be purchased in advance, and late arrivals risk missing scheduled activities.
- Groups of 10 or more can arrange bookings by calling 859-815-1478.
- Annual Members can log into their accounts to access ticket discounts ranging from 10% to 20%.
Special Events & Promotions
- The family-friendly after-hours event is scheduled for Friday, October 16, 2026.
- Annual Members can access discounts by verifying through an online account: Silver Members save 10%, Gold Members 15%, and Platinum Members 20%.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What food is provided during the event?
Admission includes a pizza party with a creepy, crawly twist, where guests can learn about the diets of resident animals and even sample candy-covered bugs.
Is this event suitable for children?
Yes, it is designed as a family-friendly event with activities planned for all ages.
Do children under 2 need a ticket?
Children under 2 are admitted for free.
What is included with admission?
Admission includes after-hours access to the aquarium, animal ambassador meet and greets, a pizza party, special programming, a neon glowstick, and a twilight scavenger hunt.
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