Halloween Aglow at Birch Aquarium
Visitors can trick-or-treat throughout the aquarium and watch scuba divers carve pumpkins underwater in the Sharks & Rays habitat. Hands-on learning includes the Boo & Goo Lab slime science station, the deep-sea Bone Zone exhibit, and pop-up science demonstrations with Scripps Oceanography researchers. The family-friendly evening also features live music from Billy Lee & The Swamp Critters.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Members save 20% off tickets. Adults (13+) are $59.95 for the general public; children are $49.95 for the general public; children ages 2 and under are free.
Hours
6 - 8:30 PM.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
La Jolla Shores
Accessibility
All of Birch Aquarium is wheelchair accessible with ramps on Tide Pool Plaza and Beyster Family Little Blue Penguins.
Going?
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Tips & Advice
- Costumes are encouraged for trick-or-treating, especially ocean-themed outfits.
- Plan to catch underwater pumpkin carving at either 7 p.m. or 7:45 p.m. at Blue Beach.
- Complimentary three-hour parking is available, and close spaces can often be found by looping up to the upper level.
Special Events & Promotions
- Aquarium members save 20% off tickets.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are costumes allowed at the event?
Yes, guests can wear Halloween costumes to trick-or-treat around the aquarium, with ocean-themed costumes especially welcomed.
What science activities are available during the event?
Guests can explore slime science in the Boo & Goo Lab, discover creatures living around whale falls in the Bone Zone, and view real marine specimens with Scripps Oceanography researchers.
Is there live entertainment?
Yes, Billy Lee & The Swamp Critters perform live music throughout the evening.
Where does the underwater pumpkin carving take place?
Scuba divers carve pumpkins in the Sharks & Rays habitat located out on Blue Beach.
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