2025 Calendar of Events

New events added throughout the year.

*Events reflected below may be postponed or rescheduled. They are all tentative at this time and are subject to change at any time

January 2025

$0.99 Kids’ Meals: Join us Wednesdays and enjoy this amazing offer! Coupon online – must show by phone or print out. .99C kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Not valid with other promotion or offer. Not valid on Valentine’s Day. Starts 1/8 – 2/26

1 New Year’s Day
4 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
11 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
17-20 MLK Day Pass: Join us for a long weekend of fun! Holiday Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
18 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required) Register Here
26 Private Events Open House: Experience the ambiance of the Nautilus Ballroom along with vendors, champagne, hors d’oeuvres and more! Reservations required by Tuesday, February 18th. To RSVP, email NautilusWeddings@ldry.com or call (713)-315-5168.

February 2025

$0.99 Kids’ Meals: Join us Wednesdays and enjoy this amazing offer! Coupon online – must show by phone or print out. $0.99 kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Not valid with other promotions or offers. Not valid on Valentine’s Day. Starts 1/8 – 2/26

Mardi Gras Special Features: All month celebrate Mardi Gras with some Cajun & Creole to make your February sizzle!

1 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
5 Homeschool Day: Homeschooled students and their families are invited for an educational day at the Aquarium! This is a special day for homeschooled children to learn more about our animals and explore the wonders of the aquatic world. Advanced registration is required. Email AquariumHouston@Ldry.com for more details. Register Here
8 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
13, 14, 15 Romance Under the Sea: Bring your sweetheart for a romantic dinner under the sea for two in our Aquarium Restaurant. (Reservations Required)
14-17 Presidents’ Day Pass: Join us for a long weekend of fun! Holiday Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
15 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required) Register Here

March 2025

Mardi Gras Special Features: All month celebrate Mardi Gras with some Cajun & Creole to make your February sizzle! Ends 3/4

Lent Features: This season, dine at the Aquarium and enjoy one of our featured seafood dishes like our Stuffed Catfish & Shrimp or our Fried Seafood Platter! 3/5 - 4/17

1 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
7-23 Spring Break Pass: One pass, three parks, unlimited visits! This pass is valid at the Downtown Aquarium Houston, Kemah Boardwalk and Galveston Island Pleasure Pier. Buy tickets online!
18 World Serval Day

April 2025

5 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
12 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
19 Breakfast with Easter Bunny: Dine on more than just carrots with Peter Cottontail! Enjoy a delicious breakfast and take pictures with him. (Reservations Required)
20 Easter Sunday Brunch: Celebrate Easter with crafts, photos with the Easter bunny and a delicious buffet with over 40 items to choose from! (Reservations required)
22 Party for the Planet: Join us for our Earth Day Celebration! Learn how you can take care of the environment.

May 2025

3 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
10 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
11 Mother's Day Brunch: Show Mom you care and take her on an underwater dining adventure with the family! (Reservations Required)
17 Endangered Species Day: People of all ages are encouraged to learn about the importance of protecting endangered wildlife and how they can help!
21 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required) Register Here
23-26 Memorial Day Weekend: Celebrate the long weekend with our Red White & Blue Margarita special.
23-26 Memorial Day Weekend: Join us for a long weekend of fun! Holiday Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
30 Latin Beats: Strap on your dancing shoes! Join us for live music and free salsa lessons every Friday night this summer from 7pm-10pm! Begins May 30 through August 15
31 World Parrot Day: Join us as we celebrate these amazing birds!

June 2025

Latin Beats: Strap on your dancing shoes! Join us for live music and free salsa lessons every Friday night this summer from 7pm-10pm! May 30 through August 15

National Zoo and Aquarium Month: Wildlife is a crucial part of the growth of our ecosystem. Celebration the importance of these species in our lives and how we can protect them.

8 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
8 World Oceans Day: The Ocean is the heart of our planet—celebrate the importance of it in our lives and how we can protect it.
9-13 Sea Safari Camp: “Animal Athletics” (Ages 6-10)
14 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
15 Father’s Day: Bring dad to a special dinner under the sea!
21 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required) Register Here
22 World Rainforest Day: Learn all about rainforests, the animals that live there, their importance and how you can save them. Activities include crafts, games, animal appearances, keeper chats, and more!
23-27 Sea Safari Camp: “Home Sweet Habitat” (Ages 7-12) From dripping rainforests to vibrant coral reefs, habitats around the world have unique characteristics that are important to the animals that live there. Campers will explore these habitats to discover how different animals survive in the place they call home.Register Here

July 2025

Latin Beats: Strap on your dancing shoes! Join us for live music and free salsa lessons every Friday night this summer from 7pm-10pm! Begins May 30 through August 15

4-6 Patriot Pass: Join us for a long weekend of fun! Holiday Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!

4-6 Fourth of July: Celebrate the 4th of July weekend with our Red White & Blue Margarita special!
7-11 Sea Safari Camp: “Animal Investigators” (Ages 7-12) Campers will use knowledge and skills gained throughout the week to step into the role of an animal investigator, piece together clues, and solve a wildlife crime.
12 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
14 Shark Day: Join us in celebrating Shark Day to raise awareness for shark conservation with fun, exciting activities for all ages!
19 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
21-25 Sea Safari Camp: “Conservation Heroes” (Ages 7-12) Your mission, should you choose to accept it: become a conservation hero! Explore how your actions can make a big impact in protecting animals from danger. Create your own superhero identity, design your super suit, and star in your own conservation comic.
26 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required) Register Here
29 Tiger Day: Join us in celebrating Global Tiger Day to raise awareness for tiger conservation with fun, exciting activities for all ages!

August 2025

Latin Beats: Strap on your dancing shoes! Join us for live music and free salsa lessons every Friday night this summer from 7pm-10pm! Ends August 15

Houston Restaurant Month:: Join us at the Aquarium for Houston Restaurant Month! August 1 - September 2

2 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
4-8 Sea Safari Camp: Animal Athletics Register Here
9 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
16 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required) Register Here
17 Private Events Open House: Experience the ambiance of the Nautilus Ballroom along with vendors, champagne, hors d’oeuvres and more! Reservations required by Tuesday, February 18th. To RSVP, email NautilusWeddings@ldry.com or call (713)-315-5168.

Start booking your private holiday events in our incredible Nautilus Ballroom!

September 2025

$0.99 Kids’ Meals: Join us Monday-Thursday and enjoy this amazing offer! Coupon online – must show by phone or print out. $0.99 kids’ meal with the purchase of an adult entrée. Not valid with other promotions or offers. (Starts 9/2 – 9/30)

Aug 29 - Sept 2 Labor Day Weekend: Celebrate the long weekend with our Limited Time Offer cocktail!
Aug 29 - Sept 2 Labor Day Pass: Join us for a long weekend of fun! Holiday Pass Valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk and Pleasure Pier!
6 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
13 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
16 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required)Register Here
26 Latin Beats - Hispanic Heritage Celebration: Strap on your dancing shoes and move to the Latin Beats! Enjoy free salsa dance lessons, live entertainment, and more.

October 2025

National Seafood Month: Enjoy the flavors of the sea at the Aquarium with one of our delicious dishes.

National Dessert Month: Indulge by ordering one of Aquarium's delicious desserts after your meal.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Join us in the fight and together we can save lives. Enjoy a specialty item and a portion of the purchase will benefit National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.

Landry’s Select Club Saturdays: LSC Members enjoy Buy One, Get One Free All-Day Adventure Passes to the Aquarium Exhibit and Rides! Valid Saturdays 5, 12, 19, 26 only and must show Membership ID for discount.

4 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
8 Homeschool Day: Homeschooled students and their families are invited for an educational day at the Aquarium! This is a special day for homeschooled children to learn more about our animals and explore the wonders of the aquatic world. Advanced registration is required. Email AquariumHouston@Ldry.com for more details. Register Here
11 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
10-13 Spooktacular Pass: Join us for a long weekend of fun! Holiday Pass Valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk and Pleasure Pier!
17 International Sawfish Day: Join us in celebrating the rare sawfish and increasing awareness for this critically endangered species!
17 Sip & Stroll: Join us for a one-of-a-kind winter Sip & Stroll in our Aquarium Exhibit! Tickets are available online.
18 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required) Register Here
31 Halloween, Kids Eat for $0.99: Give your little trick-or-treaters a spooktastic surprise! Enjoy .99 kids’ meals all day long with the purchase of an adult entrée.
31 Halloween: Kids wear your costumes and get a ½ price exhibit ticket with adult exhibit purchase!

November 2025

1 Marine Biologist for a Day: The perfect way to spend the day for young aspiring marine biologists! (Registration Required) Register Here
8 Working on the Wild Side: An exciting career program for teens! (Registration Required) Register Here
11 Veteran’s Day 20% Discount: Thank you for your service! Must show valid ID to receive offer.
15 Zoologist for a Day: Young animal lovers will spend the day learning how we care for our creatures that live outside the ocean including Bengal tigers, two-toed sloths, parrots, reptiles, and more! (Registration Required) Register Here
27 Thanksgiving Buffet: Get out of the kitchen and enjoy a buffet of traditional favorites, a kid’s buffet and more at the Aquarium! (Reservations Required)
27-30 Thanksgiving Pass: Join us for a long weekend of fun! Holiday Pass valid for FOUR days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!

December 2025

Holiday Sweetness! Join us all month long for our amazing holiday dessert promotion!

6, 13, 14, 20-24 Breakfast with Santa: Santa is stopping by the Aquarium this holiday season! Dine with him and our mascot, Sharkey, and enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet! (Reservations Required)
24 Christmas Eve: Open for family fun! Join us for an incredible 4-course dinner menu!
25 Christmas Day: Open for family fun! Join us for an incredible 4-course dinner menu!
25 – 29 Polar Pass: Join us for a long weekend of fun! Holiday Pass valid for FIVE days instead of three at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, and Pleasure Pier!
31 New Year's Eve Family Celebration: Ring in the New Year with our mascot, Sharkey! Celebrate with a delicious buffet, balloon drop, contests & giveaways for the kids! (Reservations Required)
31 New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day: We are Open!

Enjoy our Holiday Pass throughout the year! Valid on Friday, Saturday, Sunday at Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk and Pleasure Pier. 3 Parks, 1 Pass! Details on website and ticketing pages.

Time and dates subject to change without notice.
Some outside events may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather.
Education programs must be reserved in advance. Please call to RSVP at 713-315-5112 or book online.
If you are interested in being a vendor or a sponsor for one of our events, please email AQMarketing@ldry.com for more details and options.

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