The Aquarium loves to celebrate! Everyone is welcome at these events; feel free to drop in! Some after-hours event admission prices are different than daily admission rates.
Included with your Ticket
These events are open to all Aquarium guests present on the day of the event. Some even feature reduced admission costs for the entire Aquarium experience!
Otters’ Birthday
North American river otters Agate and Ore celebrate their birthday every spring. Join us for crafts, games, otter birthday cake, and special all-day programming!
Women in Science
Women in Science is a series of events hosted by Great Lakes Aquarium aimed at supporting local female scientists fighting to make our community a better place with their passionate work, every day.
Beer Gardens at Great Lakes Aquarium
Enjoy the summer at Great Lakes Aquarium! Join us every week for al fresco food and beverages on the Duluth Harbor featuring local beers, wine, and local non-alcoholic options, weekly performances by the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra and a rotating selection of food trucks and other local vendors.
Art Gallery Receptions
The Aquarium’s Merrill Lynch Fine Arts Gallery showcases local artists and rotates seasonally throughout the year.