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Admission from $15. Open Daily 10 AM - 4 PM.
Central Coast Aquarium features 14 exhibits showcasing over 75 local marine species from the Central Coast in its two-room hall. Visitors explore permanent exhibits including the Octopus Tank, Sea Star Touch Pool, and seahorse displays while attending docent-led public feedings at noon, 1:30 PM, and 3 PM daily. The nonprofit hosts school programs including Discovery Lab and Floating Lab field trips, Tidepools on Tour, and seasonal camps for children. Preschoolers ages two through five can join Big Fish Little Fish programs, while homeschool students participate in Coastal Quest. The aquarium arranges birthday parties and Aquarium Magic Sleepovers and rents its oceanfront space for events and weddings. Children ages three and up require admission, while children two and under receive free entry. Tickets are available online.
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6 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Oct 27 · 10:00 amEvent
A fun and educational program designed for children ages 2–5 and guardians, focusing on a unique ocean animal with activities to encourage kindergarten readiness skills including fine motor skills, counting, and shape recognition.
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“BFLF: Deep Sea October 27 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am”
Nov 10 · 10:00 amEvent
A fun and educational program designed for children ages 2–5 and guardians, focusing on a unique ocean animal with activities to encourage kindergarten readiness skills including fine motor skills, counting, and shape recognition.
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“BFLF: Animal Adaptions November 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am”
Dec 8 · 10:00 amEvent
A programme at the Central Coast Aquarium exploring Arctic creatures at 10:00 am on December 8, 2026.
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“BFLF: Arctic Creatures Dates: December 8, 2026 at 10:00 am”
Dec 9 · 10:00 amEvent
A Coastal Quest programme at the Central Coast Aquarium featuring Arctic creatures at 10:00 am on December 9, 2026.
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“Costal Quest: Artic Creatures Dates: December 9, 2026 at 10:00 am”
Dec 22 · 10:00 amEvent
A programme at the Central Coast Aquarium exploring Arctic creatures at 10:00 am on December 22, 2026.
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“BFLF: Arctic Creatures Dates: December 22, 2026 at 10:00 am”
Dec 23 · 10:00 amEvent
A Coastal Quest programme at the Central Coast Aquarium featuring Arctic creatures at 10:00 am on December 23, 2026.
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“Costal Quest: Artic Creatures Dates: December 23, 2026 at 10:00 am”
“Children (2 and under): Free”
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