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Pumpkins & Piranhas

Guests explore aquarium galleries filled with Halloween-themed décor, music, skeletons, and underwater jack-o’-lanterns. The evening includes interactions with costumed scuba divers, animal encounters, face painting, temporary tattoos, and a fortune teller. Costumed children can complete a four-page activity booklet and receive a take-home treat bag.

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Tickets

General Admission Adult: $19.95; child (ages 2 and older): $18.95; children under 2: $0. Passholder Child: $5; Passholder Adult: $0 with accompanying child. Passholders must log into their account for the discounted admission.

Hours

October 22: 5:30–8pm; October 23 and 24: 5:30–8pm; October 25: 5:30–8pm; October 30: 5:30–8pm. Last admission is at 7pm.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Flats West Bank

Food & Drink

A cash bar is available Friday, October 30.

Going?

Location

Greater Cleveland Aquarium · 2000 Sycamore Street, Cleveland, OH 44113 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Spooky, playful, family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Reserve tickets in advance, as capacity is limited and advance registration ensures a treat bag for children.
  • Costumes are encouraged for all ages, but adult outfits must be family-friendly and provide a clear field of vision.
  • Aquarium passholders should log into their online account prior to booking to receive discounted admission.

Special Events & Promotions

  • October 22 is Passholders Only Night.
  • October 25 is Sensory Friendly Night.
  • Aquarium passholders can receive discounted admission by logging into their account.
  • Passholder child admission is $5; passholder adult admission is $0 with an accompanying child.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can visitors wear costumes?

Yes, both adults and children are welcome to wear costumes, provided adult outfits are family-friendly and allow for a good field of vision.

What special activities are included for children?

Costumed children receive a take-home treat bag, a four-page activity booklet, face painting, and temporary tattoos.

What kind of entertainment is featured during the event?

Visitors can interact with costumed scuba divers, see animal encounters, visit a fortune teller, and take photos with Halloween-themed backdrops.

Will alcoholic beverages be available?

A cash bar is available during the event on Friday, October 30.

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