AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC’S TWELFTH ANNUAL SOUTHEAST ASIA DAY CELEBRATES VIBRANT LOCAL COMMUNITIES!
Live performances of traditional music and dance, as well as cultural craft demonstrations and displays, will help transform the Aquarium into an exotic destination during its twelfth annual Southeast Asia Day. Ethnic cuisine will be available for purchase, and children will have the opportunity to partake in arts and crafts.
One of the most ethnically diverse cities in the nation, Long Beach is home to the largest population of Cambodians outside of Southeast Asia. The local area is also home to vibrant communities from Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia, and Myanmar. Through this unique celebration, the Aquarium of the Pacific seeks to foster a stronger connection with the local Southeast Asian community.
WHEN: Saturday, October 1, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802
COST: Southeast Asia Day is included with general admission—$29.95 adult (12+), $26.95 senior (62+), $17.95 child (3-11), and free for children under age three and Aquarium members.
INFO: (562) 590-3100 or aquariumofpacific.org/events/info/southeast_asia_day/
With coupons adults receive $10 OFF admission on Sept 17-18 and Oct 1. Regular $29.95, just $19.95 with coupons!
www.aquariumofpacific.org/
We have teamed up with the Aquarium of the Pacific for a Family 4-Pack Giveaway! One winner will win 4 Tickets for the event! To enter, leave a comment below telling us why you would love to attend! Deadline to enter is September 27th, 2016 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected via Random.org.
AQUARIUM: The nonprofit Aquarium of the Pacific is a community gathering place where diverse
cultures and the arts are celebrated and where important challenges facing our planet are explored by scientists, policymakers, and stakeholders in search of sustainable solutions. The Aquarium is dedicated to conserving and building nature and nature’s services by building the interactions between and among peoples. Home to more than 11,000 animals, Aquarium exhibits include the Ocean Science Center, Molina Animal Care Center, and the new Vanishing Animals and Horses and Dragons exhibitions. Beyond its animal exhibits, the Aquarium offers educational programs for people of all ages, from hands-on activities to lectures by leading scientists. The Aquarium has won a 2015 Travelers’ Choice Award for Aquariums, as awarded by TripAdvisor® travelers. The Aquarium offers memberships with unlimited FREE admission for 12 months, VIP Entrance, and other special benefits.
Credit: Info and photos: Aquarium of the Pacific.
We LOVE the Aquarium, especially on the days when they celebrate the heritage of different cultures from different parts of the world.
Congrats Elsa!