Summer learning fun for kids!
July 9-13 or August 20-24, 2012
Ocean Adventure Day Camp
Full Day: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 pm. Monday-Friday
Half Day: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. OR 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Explore the Pacific Ocean and its inhabitants during our week-long summer day camp adventures.
Campers will get the chance to go behind the scenes, meet animal care staff, and help us take care of some of the animals. Each Ocean Adventure Camp week is a different program.
Ages: Grades 2-4. MUST be at least 7 years old due to behind the scenes access.
Cost: Half-day $160 / Full-day $290 (Aquarium member discounts available)
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Info: 562-590-3100 or website
RSVP: Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all classes unless noted. (562) 951-1630
July 10- 12 or August 14-16, 2012
Sea Squirt Camp
8:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday-Friday or Tuesday-Thursday
This three-day morning camp offers an exciting introduction to marine biology for five- and six-year-olds. Campers will discover an underwater wonderland filled with wiggly fish, furry animals, and boneless beauties.
This camp encourages social interaction and exploration independently from parents. Through hands-on activities, stories, crafts, and tours, your child will prove that little learners can learn big things!
Ages: 5-6 years old
Cost: $115 per child
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Info: 562-590-3100 or website
RSVP: Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all classes unless noted. (562) 951-1630
July 17-19 or August 27-29, 2012
Fish Fry Camp
8:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday or Wednesday-Friday
Did you know that newly hatched fish are called fry? Bring your three- or four-year-old little fry to the Aquarium for a special parent-child day camp!
During this three-day morning camp you and your child will wet your appetites for marine life with hands-on exploration, crafts, games, and Aquarium tours. Dive into a watery world that you and your child will not forget!
Ages: 3-4 years old with a parent
Cost: $110 per adult/child pair ($30 each additional person)
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Info: 562-590-3100 or website
RSVP: Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all classes unless noted. (562) 951-1630
July 23-27, 2012
Jr. Biologist Day Camp
Full Day: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 pm. Monday-Friday
Half Day: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. OR 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Based on our popular Junior Biologist classes, this camp will feature elements of our traditional Day Camp program, including crafts, games, special behind-the-scenes privileges, animal interactions, and more.
Ages: 5th-7th grade
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Info: 562-590-3100 or website
RSVP: Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all classes unless noted. (562) 951-1630
July 3-6, 8-9, 12-13, 15, 18-19, 22, 23-24, 26-27, & 29-31, 2012
Aquarium of the Pacific Discounted Late Nights
5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
The public is invited to enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific after hours while taking advantage of special savings. During the summer, the Aquarium offers its Late Nights where admission will be just $14.95 for adults and children after 5:00 p.m., and the Aquarium will remain open until 9:00 p.m.Visitors will have the opportunity to journey through the Pacific Ocean to meet over 11,000 animals, including South American penguins in the new June Keyes Penguin Habitat and more than 150 sharks they can touch at Shark Lagoon. In addition, the Aquarium’s short films will be shown in the Honda Theater throughout the evening. Please note: the Lorikeet Forest aviary closes at 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $14.95. Free for kids ages 3 and under and Aquarium members.
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
Info: 562-590-3100 or check here (for a full list of Discounted Late Nights)
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