Salt Marsh Open House
2022-01-26 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Salinas de San Pedro Salt Marsh, 3720 Stephen M White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Salt Marsh Open House
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday January 26-28, 2022
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Celebrate World Wetland Day! Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium Educators to learn about the Salinas de San Pedro wetlands habitat at Cabrillo Beach by using binoculars and microscopes to observe live animals.
Visitors can view the birds of the marsh, learn about native plants and observe the changes in the tides.
Follow the raccoon tracks and meet CMA staff in the Salinas de San Pedro Marsh, located near the Cabrillo Boat Launch.
Fee: FREE; open to all ages.

Weekend Tidepool Walk
2022-01-29 12:45 - 14:15 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Sunday, January 30, 2022
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Join CMA Educators on a tour of the Point Fermin tidepools! Attend an informative slide show in the John M. Olguin Auditorium, then come along on a naturalist-led ramble on the rocks to see animals in their natural habitat. Outdoor clothing and sneakers advised. Young children must be accompanied by adults.
Reservations required for groups: 310-548-7562.
Fee: FREE.

World Oceans Day-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2023-06-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
In 2008, the United Nations declared June 8 as World Oceans Day.
Visit the Aquarium as we celebrate the ocean with activities and crafts.
Free and open to all ages; registration is not required.
310-548-7562

Whale Fiesta-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-02-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Get ready for a big blowout at this year’s annual Whale
Fiesta –literally! Thanks to Councilman Joe Buscaino and
the Port of Los Angeles, we have added a life-size pod
of inflatable whales to this annual celebration of all things cetacean. Get an up-close-and-personal encounter with the 100-foot blue whale, the largest animal on the planet. Step inside a humpback and gray whale!
Also enjoy games, crafts, guest lecturers, festive music, and the famous duct tape whale contest. Friends members get a special gift! Become a member today!
A free event for the whole family and a great way to kick off whale watch season!

Meet the Grunion-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-06-23 19:30 - 22:30 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Meet the Grunion-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
Watch silvery fish come up on the beach to spawn! Learn about the interesting mating rituals and growth of this curious fish. The Aquarium opens at 8pm followed by guided observation at the beach.
Warm clothing and a flashlight are recommended. April, May and June are closed season, grunion may not be taken.
Tickets

Grand Grunion Gala-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2024-09-07 17:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Don’t miss the best beach party in town – the Grand Grunion Gala on September 7, 2024 at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium!
For this special occasion, the Aquarium will be transformed into a bioluminescent glow theme. We’ll kick off the evening with craft cocktails, appetizers, and a silent auction at 5 p.m., followed by a gourmet dinner, program and live auction in the courtyard. Then join us for dancing to a live band!
Enjoy gourmet cuisine prepared by Chef Paul Buchanan of Primal Alchemy
Enjoy craft cocktails
Browse the silent auction must-have packages
Bid in the live auction or simply watch the excitement unfold
Try your luck at our wine wall – out of dozens of bottles, will you pick the best one?
Dance under the stars to Decades Band.
Click here for more details and to buy tickets!

Sea Scare-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2025-10-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Sea Scare: Siren’s Curse
With construction underway, aquarium staff have unearthed a mysterious relic from the past. Curious minds want to decipher the runes inscribed on the artifact, but others warn of an ancient curse that may be released with too much meddling. Will the siren’s song draw you into unraveling the mystery by finding clues hidden throughout the aquarium including the dark corners of Skull Alley, the Mad Scientist’s Lab and Haunted House? Who knows what lies ahead, but a family friendly night of thrills, chills, and gills at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium is guaranteed!
Other challenges include winning prizes in our carnival game area and creating your own goodies at our arts and crafts tables. Be sure to visit the Trunk or Treat zone and don’t forget to dress your best and participate in our costume contest.
Guests with a family membership will receive 4 FREE tickets and get early entry into the event starting at 6pm.
SCHEDULE
5 :00 p.m. – Food Trucks Open
6:00 p.m. – Members-only Early Entry
7:00 p.m. – Sea Scare Starts
8:00 p.m. – Costume Contest
9:00 p.m. – Final entry into aquarium
Event Tickets: Save Money & Time, Buy Online. Event will sell out. ONE NIGHT ONLY**

Cetacean Appreciation-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2026-02-21 14:00 - 17:00 | CA
Stop by during Cetacean Awareness Week and learn more about these amazing Marine Animals learn about their important role in California’s coastal ecosystem, how they eat and other fascinating cetacean facts! Visit us in the exploration center.
Free and open to all ages; registration is not required.

Earth Day-Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
2026-04-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, 3720 Stephen M. White Drive, San Pedro, CA, 90731, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with a Grand Opening of our renovated Exhibit Hall and new Collections Room. Activities will include a beach cleanup, films, tours, puppet shows, food trucks, and more.
Beach Cleanup: 9am-12noon
Ribbon Cutting: 10am
Opening Fair: 10am-3pm
